Khusnul Khitam

The story of a family whose very existence is threatened by a small creature: the rat. While commonly known as an agricultural pest that destroys rice crops, the rat soon proves to be a destructive force against their domestic harmony as well, ultimately threatening to tear the entire family apart.

A villager of Desa Jepitu named Rubiyanto conducted a water extraction project from Gua Pulejajar with a group of volunteers. Echa, a student of cultural anthropology, involved herself in the project for her research. The water reserve in Gua Pulejajar does not only give hope to Rubiyanto and the other villagers of Desa Jepitu, but also reignites spiritual relations between Echa and her late father, who was a former activist of Gua Pulejajar.

The news of death is a part of the trade for Harjo, an old man who lives by selling coffins. One issue stalled his long preparation for his own demise, which actually would lead him to the start of another journey.

While picnicking in a flower garden with her two best friends, Yanti (62) learns that their togetherness will soon end because each of them must move to be closer to their children. In the midst of the inevitable separation, Yanti learns to accept change and care for memories through small, touching routines.

a short film by Khusnul Khitam

Huda, a fish thief in fish auction, decided to leave his home since his mother passed away in addition to abusive behavior of his alcoholic father. Harsh life in the auction site made Huda want to achieve his dream to catch the golden fish in sea. Sri, a fish collector, is close with Huda and considers the ‘golden fish’ as a myth. However, Huda is becoming more confident that if he were to catch the golden fish, his life would be happier. In the end, Huda must choose whether to survive in the fish auction site with little hope or go to find the golden fish in desperation.

The story of a family whose very existence is threatened by a small creature: the rat. While commonly known as an agricultural pest that destroys rice crops, the rat soon proves to be a destructive force against their domestic harmony as well, ultimately threatening to tear the entire family apart.

The story of a family whose very existence is threatened by a small creature: the rat. While commonly known as an agricultural pest that destroys rice crops, the rat soon proves to be a destructive force against their domestic harmony as well, ultimately threatening to tear the entire family apart.

A villager of Desa Jepitu named Rubiyanto conducted a water extraction project from Gua Pulejajar with a group of volunteers. Echa, a student of cultural anthropology, involved herself in the project for her research. The water reserve in Gua Pulejajar does not only give hope to Rubiyanto and the other villagers of Desa Jepitu, but also reignites spiritual relations between Echa and her late father, who was a former activist of Gua Pulejajar.

The news of death is a part of the trade for Harjo, an old man who lives by selling coffins. One issue stalled his long preparation for his own demise, which actually would lead him to the start of another journey.

While picnicking in a flower garden with her two best friends, Yanti (62) learns that their togetherness will soon end because each of them must move to be closer to their children. In the midst of the inevitable separation, Yanti learns to accept change and care for memories through small, touching routines.

While picnicking in a flower garden with her two best friends, Yanti (62) learns that their togetherness will soon end because each of them must move to be closer to their children. In the midst of the inevitable separation, Yanti learns to accept change and care for memories through small, touching routines.

a short film by Khusnul Khitam

a short film by Khusnul Khitam

Huda, a fish thief in fish auction, decided to leave his home since his mother passed away in addition to abusive behavior of his alcoholic father. Harsh life in the auction site made Huda want to achieve his dream to catch the golden fish in sea. Sri, a fish collector, is close with Huda and considers the ‘golden fish’ as a myth. However, Huda is becoming more confident that if he were to catch the golden fish, his life would be happier. In the end, Huda must choose whether to survive in the fish auction site with little hope or go to find the golden fish in desperation.

Amidst the din of laughter and the thumping beat of the wedding music, Pras stands silent behind his camera. He records the joy of others, but, unlike his brother, can no longer find meaning in every shot. The two stand on the edge of the noise—one still believes, one wants to move on.