
Acting
Slamet Rahardjo
Born
1949-01-21 (77)
Place of birth
Serang, Banten, Indonesia
Known for
Acting
Credits
80 titles
Slamet Rahardjo Djarot (born January 21, 1949, in Serang, West Java, now part of Banten) is an Indonesian actor, director, and screenwriter. Known for over 50 years of his career as a versatile professional due to his strong and realistic on-screen presence, he is one of the most respected actors of his generation. His impressive performances were highly praised, particularly in romantic dramas such as Ranjang Pengantin (1974) and Di Balik Kelambu (1983). Throughout his career, he has received various awards and nominations for the Citra Awards at the Indonesian Film Festival, including Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Music Director, Best Screenwriter, and Best Director, making him …
Known for
5.5No synopsis available yet.
Para Pencari Tuhan
2007
6.6When a violent act kills her parents, Sita vows to debunk the idea of supernatural torment after death — a fixation that leads her on a dark quest.
Grave Torture
2024
8.1Set in 1960s Java, a young Javanese woman betrays her teacher, falls in love and must face dire consequences.
Gowok: Javanese Kamasutra
2025
6.5Tara is the only witness of the massacre of her adoptive parents. The trauma was so deep that it made Tara need the help of a psychologist. Increasingly, it seems there is something hidden from within Tara
Katarsis
2023
7.8When a gifted chef loses his sharp sense of taste, he turns to an old friend who helps him rediscover traditional flavors through an old recipe book.
The Secret Recipe
2025
NRDunia Tanpa Koma tells the story of Raya, a young female journalist in a weekly news magazine called Target, who tries to publicize a piece about a drug syndicate at her magazine.
A World Without Commas
2006
Film credits
2020s · 15 titles
6.6When a violent act kills her parents, Sita vows to debunk the idea of supernatural torment after death — a fixation that leads her on a dark quest.
Grave Torture
2024
8.1Set in 1960s Java, a young Javanese woman betrays her teacher, falls in love and must face dire consequences.
Gowok: Javanese Kamasutra
2025
7.8When a gifted chef loses his sharp sense of taste, he turns to an old friend who helps him rediscover traditional flavors through an old recipe book.
The Secret Recipe
2025
7.1Two siblings, Ali and Zahra, who agreed to keep the matter of Zahra's missing shoes a secret, which Ali had brought in for repair. To solve the problem, they decided to share Ali's worn-out shoes. Zahra would wear them in the morning during her school schedule, and after returning home, she would run as fast as she could so Ali could wear them to school in the afternoon. New hope emerged when Ali learned of an inter-school running competition with a prize of a pair of shoes for the third-place winner. Ali signed up, determined to win the competition so he could buy Zahra new shoes.
Children of Heaven
2026
2.7Short on cash, food analyst Sari makes a deal to go on a blind date, only to realize she's been set up with Utama, her hateable but handsome boss.
A Business Proposal
2025
5.9Four siblings go missing and wake up in the afterlife, undergoing punishment for their worldly sins in the depths of hell.
Hell Torture
2023
7.5Ambar and Raka have planned their wedding and dreamed of a happy future together, just like any other couple. But their plans are put to the test when Akung Abi and Nin Sita — their grandfather and grandmother — turn out to be former lovers who parted ways 56 years ago. Since their youth, the relationship between Abi and Sita has been shaped by a past filled with stories that were never truly resolved. Without realizing it, that unfinished history begins to affect Ambar and Raka’s relationship in the present. The deeper they uncover their grandparents’ past, the more they feel that something has remained unsettled for the last 56 years.
Cinta Lama Babak Kedua #CLBK
2026
6.5By her mother, Kila was entrusted to her grandfather who lived in the village. She then meets her old friend and involved in an unexpected adventure.
Buku Harianku
2020
7.0While caring for their respective parents, Asia and Raja meet in a hospital and fall in love, but a bittersweet secret changes everything.
First, Second & Third Love
2022
7.3Nala live a seemingly harmonious family. The father always prayed for his family to remain healthy and happy, both in this world and the hereafter. However, a figure from the father's past, whose matters remained unresolved, eventually caused a rift in their family life.
Only Your Name in My Prayers
2025
6.9Four adult siblings must set aside their differences after their mother's health declines, but can they come together and be a family again?
If Mom Is Gone Tomorrow
2024
8.2Daku, a writer, feels pressed for time to find true love. In the midst of a complicated journey, he searches for the meaning of comfort in love.
Cinta Tak Pernah Tepat Waktu
2025
5.9While restoring an old mansion, the project's team uncovers a cursed heirloom, releasing a deadly force that threatens their lives.
The Heirloom
2024
6.5Betrothed as a child and adored by her in-laws, a newlywed's marriage is missing only one thing — the love of her husband, who still longs for his ex.
The Heart of Suhita
2023
7.0Bisma, a single photographer who is constantly being asked to marry by her parents, finally meets a perfectionist wedding organizer named Sissy. However, the struggle to get it is not always easy. Together with Ito, Bisma tries to win over Sissy's heart so that marriage can be achieved.
Wedding Proposal
2021
2010s · 22 titles
7.0Returning from Mecca, Darwis changes his name to Ahmad Dahlan as he is disturbed by the trend of Islamic laws in his society; that borders on heresy, Syrik (polytheism), and Bid’ah (wrong innovation). Using a compass, he proves that the direction of Qibla (that points to Mecca), in the Great Mosque of Kauman is wrong. The discovery angers every Kyai (Islamic experts), especially the head of the Great Mosque of Kauman, Kyai Penghulu Cholil Kamaludiningrat. Dahlan, who studied in Mecca for five years, is seen as a rebel upstart. Since the proposal of changing the direction of Qibla is rejected, Dahlan starts a movement calling for the change. On his first sermon as a preacher, Dahlan criticizes the habits of residents in his village in Yogyakarta: "In a prayer, only a sincere and patient heart is needed, it requires no Kyais, money, let alone offerings". As a result, Dahlan gets a hostile reception.
The Enlightener
2010
5.0The world of science is shocked with the creation of sophisticated weapons as the savior of the world from giant asteroids that can hit the earth in the future. But, these weapons are successfully hijacked by a group of villain led by Durja King and transformed into a threat of destruction. But in times of crisis, GARUDA appears as a figure who has super power that can save the world.
Garuda Superhero
2015
6.5A martial arts master angers two of her protégés when she selects a third to take her post and the legendary weapon that comes with it.
The Golden Cane Warrior
2014
7.5Adapted from Korean movie, Miss Granny, this movie tells a story of old woman that despise old-age that suddenly transform to a pretty girl with all her youth problems.
Sweet 20
2017
6.8The level-headed owner of a struggling coffee shop finds his future at risk when his partner—a talented but cocky barista—makes a major bet with a wealthy entrepreneur. To save their beloved shop from bankruptcy and overcome their differences, they must find the ultimate perfect cup of coffee.
Coffee Philosophy
2015
NRThis film tells about the life journey of several students at a campus in Bandung, namely Slamet, Fuad, Gungun, Poltak, Benny and Ria.
Bahwa Cinta Itu Ada
2010
7.9Three freshly graduated adults try to educate young beggars to become street vendors, but are opposed by their fathers.
How Funny (This Country Is)
2010
6.3Orphaned by a tragedy that took the lives of her parents, Srintil grows up in a poor Indonesian village aspiring to be a sacred dancer.
The Dancer
2011
7.7A successful lawyer attempts to connect with her teen daughter on an island vacation, where the phone signal is weak and the tension is strong.
Susah Sinyal
2017
5.4Ningsih is forced to marry Sapto by her father. She refuses the arranged marriage and fled away to Jakarta. She falls in love with the person she met on the internet.
Calon Bini
2019
7.1An old diary containing dark secrets found by Naya, a novelist who has out of ideas for 3 years. This book is a good material for her latest novel, but something unexpected starts to happen.
Ghost Writer
2019
NRWhen an aging king must choose an immediate successor, his decision divides two brothers and fills a kingdom with chaos, violence and betrayal.
The Robbers
2013
7.0Ayla is enjoying her teenage years and her love affair with Ando, the rock band vocalist. She is surprised when a young pilot named Arsen, claims to be her husband.
The Perfect Husband
2018
7.5A girls friendship with hijab. Three married women and a friend who is still single secretly started a hijab business without her husband knowing.
Hijab
2015
7.0Tormented by vivid dreams, a man tries to follow his visions to find the whereabouts of a high school couple he can't stop thinking about.
Something In Between
2018
4.5Dilemma is an omnibus film, five stories that depict dark side of Jakarta's underbelly. Jakarta's underground world that seldom to talk about, and forgotten by most of the people.
Dilema
2012
6.9A happily married couple embarks on a journey in an effort to overcome a tragic loss—and rekindles their love for each other.
Critical Eleven
2017
NRA young American citizen (played by Mike Lewis) comes to Bali and hires a guide (played by Slamet Raharadjo). All day they toured the beautiful places in Bali. They have dinner together to unwind. Therein lies the surprise. A touching dramatic story. Prepare tissue because the story really touches the heart.
Made in Bali
2016
NRIt is an omnibus consisting of six stories.
Jakarta Hati
2012
NRTells about the friendship of three young people, Mahesa (Abimana Aryasatya), Kevin (Christian Sugiono) and Analea (Kamidia Radisti) who are engaged in the stock exchange. Various conflicts began to occur. Starting from work, friendship to the love triangle between Mahesa, Kevin and Analea. Mahesa at the lowest point in his life. His father got sick because of him and he also lost Ray, his best salesperson. Plus about his love affair with Analea who had the same fate. In contrast to Kevin who was having the upper hand. All his friends were happy to approach him and Analea was successful in his possession. Mahesa's downturn made Analea feel guilty. He felt that everything that happened in Mahesa's life was because of his fault. One day Analea offered to help Mahesa to atone for her guilt. And Mahesa also asked for something special from Analea which was difficult for Analea to grant.
Sang Pialang
2013
6.3A woman in her golden years goes to college, where she befriends a group of younger students and gets into many misadventures.
Mahasiswi Baru
2019
NRBebek Belur Indonesia is a comedy film released in 2010 directed by Adrianto Sinaga. The film stars among others by Torro Margens, Mario Irwinsyah, Rini Yulianti, Didi Petet, Slamet Rahardjo, and others.
Bebek Belur
2010
2000s · 11 titles
8.4Berlian and her teenage daughter Daya are on the run from political violence. Constantly daydreaming that her absent father will return, young Daya chafes under the stern hand of her mother. Forced to move inland from their seaside home to a desert of constantly shifting sands, the pair settle down to their familiar antagonism. Finally, Daya sees a vaguely familiar face shuffle in from across the wasteland.
Whispering Sands
2001
NRWhen Sheren falls in love with Evan, she is able to finally move past the death of her fianc'. But Evan's ex-girlfriend returns and Evan can't decide who to choose.
About Love
2007
5.5Khairul Azzam, an Indonesian student in Egypt, has to support his family in his home country while focusing on his education. He tries to seek refuge and strength in God to help him through it all.
When Love Hymn
2009
8.3Disillusioned with his life and career, a supermarket customer service employee sets out on a journey to locate his estranged father.
Banyu Biru
2005
7.6A group of 10 students struggles with poverty and develop hopes for the future in Gantong Village on the farming and tin mining island of Belitung.
The Rainbow Troops
2008
5.0Tiara broke Bama's heart and changed Bama into a playboy. Bama and Tiara meet again. Bama's dating buddy dropped the curse so his penis could speak.
My Name is Dick
2008
9.0In the late 15th century, a forbidden romance blossoms between Gusti Putri, a Javanese Hindu princess and Hang Tuah, a Malay Muslim warrior from Melaka, against a backdrop of war and mysticism.
Princess of Mount Ledang
2004
NRThe film features the events taking place during the first Semanggi Tragedy, November 13th 1998. Combining fiction and real events, it uses footage from television coverage of the Semanggi shootings. Lanang, a student activist in Atmajaya University, is preparing for a mass scale demonstration at the Parliament Special Session with his friends. Lanang's mother, Mrs. Satya Graha and her friend, Jeng Tri, help the student action by providing logistics. On the same day, Novie, Lanang’s girlfriend is having her birthday. Lanang asks Novie to join the demonstration and after that, they will celebrate Novie’s birthday together. But Novie chooses to have a party at Indri’s house instead. In the afternoon, the Semanggi incident breaks. Lanang is one of the 250 victims of the shootings. Novie tries to find Lanang at the corner of Semanggi, but then she receives a call from Lanang’s friend, telling her that he is in the hospital.
Kutunggu di Sudut Semanggi
2004
NREight stories are interwoven including the story of a child who works hard just to get a bottle of clean water and a pair of roller skates. Then there are siblings who sell pirated DVDs and start fighting each other when the younger one only wants to drink Starbucks coffee. The third story is about the daughter of a prostitute who has a crush on her moral studies teacher. Then we meet a Japanese man who is hungry for true love and meets a karaoke girl and we hear the story of a lowly-paid television director who is looking to escape the pressures from his wife and boss. Then there is the story of a female kindergarten principal who is trying to apply the Islamic way of life to defuse the temptations of the material world; or the tale of an expatriate’s former chauffeur who gets into trouble after receiving a farewell gift from the boss.
Love Potpourri
2008
NRRais, a diplomat, returns home when his mother passes away. He goes to the house of his sister, Rima. There is an awkward situation, as both siblings don't talk to each other.
Room
2006
NRA remake of 1977 Indonesian classic film with the same title. Siska (Raihaanun) is heartbroken after her fiancé broke off their engagement. Unwilling to see his sister depressed, her brother Johnny introduces her to his friend Leo. However, unknown to Siska, Leo only interested in her as part of a bet.
Badai Pasti Berlalu
2007
1980s · 3 titles
8.0Set in 1896, "Tjoet Nja' Dhien" celebrates one of Indonesia's great heroes who fought for independence from the Dutch. The pious Muslim people of Aceh, a city that had flourished since ancient times as a trade port, enter into a fierce war with the Dutch. Tjoet Nja' Dhien, the widow of a rebel leader operating in Aceh in Sumatra, assumes the leadership when her husband Teuku Uma is killed in an ambush. Dhien's charismatic presence and power of survival motivate the locals to join and later continue their opposition to the Dutch. Despite personal obstacles, she remained in the thick of the struggle for ten years.
Tjoet Nja' Dhien
1988
7.3A portrait of newly married couple, Nurlela and Hasan, who have to live at the house of Nurlelas’s father. They do not have enough money to find a place of their own. Nurlela's father constantly compares Hasan negatively to his rich son-in-law Bakri (August Melasz), causes a friction between the young couple. Hasan and Nurlela fights when looking for their own way to be able to live independently. This situation makes them lie to each other, especially Hasan, who questions himself about his work and its environment. Hasan’s hard work to get off the family’s house eventually causes a misunderstanding. Nurlela almost commits suicide before the couple is able to trust each other again.
Behind the Mosquito Net
1983
NRSora has to work really hard to support her family, by giving swimming lessons and being a model, as her husband Sony is unreliable. But with the help of an idealist young lawyer, Singgih, and a loyal friend, Devina, Sora manages to survive.
Full Moon at Mid-Day
1988
1970s · 7 titles
9.0Love story in which the girl's parents disapprove of her boyfriend because he was accused of killing his former wife.
First Love
1973
NRBram and Nona marry without her parent’s approval, as she is already arranged to marry Paul. The life of the husband and wife is only supported by Bram’s small salary so they live in the slums, which is realistically depicted. They also have problems with Nien, Bram’s old unmarried sister.
Bridegroom's Bed
1974
10.0A group of Javanese villagers are driven to revolt against the Dutch colonialists in this historical drama, which revolves around the themes of loyalty and treachery.
November 1828
1979
8.0Set in 19th century Batavia, within the community of Portuguese descendents, Amallo has issues withhis father, Umbu Kapitan, because his irresponsible behaviour has led to his mother’s death.
Ballad of a Man
1972
NRShot in dark colours and with an atmospheric treatment, the narrative is sketchy but the plot revolves around Koswara, a driver for Kardiman. Koswara’s brothers and sisters-in-law trade his wife, Aisah, to Kardiman, until his wife goes insane and dies. Agus Herman, son of Kardiman, is as brutal as his father and Mrs. Kardiman, also has an impure background. Her daughter, Nana, who is born without knowledge of her biological father, is almost raped by her stepfather, Kardiman. It is also suggested that Mrs. Kardiman desires Koswara. An experiment from Indonesian directing legend, Teguh Karya, that was not entirely successful.
Marriage in a Season
1976
7.5Siska, a young woman was heartbroken after her fiancé broke off their engagement. Unwilling to see his sister depressed, her brother Johnny introduced her to his friend Leo, who is known as a womanizer.
Badai Pasti Berlalu
1977
NRDirector Teguh Karya intended to make a “real” comedy amidst the many slapstick comedies at the time, and in fact calls this film a bitter comedy. In the film, Ms. Sumirah, a widow who used to be a favourite pretty girl in Padalarang, worries about her daughter Anna, who is shy and self-conscious. She keeps pushing Anna’s brother, Willy, to invite home a co-worker from the clothing factory he works in. Then a change occurs after Anna meets Jaka, an English teacher living near her house. When their relationship starts to bloom, it is found out that Jaka is the son of Saodah, a woman who once had an affair with Sumirah’s husband, Van Nijs. Sumirah changes her mind and opposes their relationship. Finally Anna and Jaka elope.
Kawin Lari
1974
Undated · 2 titles
Highlights the rarely explored story of Palang Hitam. Palang Hitam is the name of the team responsible for handling unidentified bodies, accident victims, and murder victims. They operate under the Jakarta Capital Region Parks and Cemeteries Department.
Pemburu Jenazah
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NRAn official Indonesian remake of South Korea's drama series with the same title.
Descendants of the Sun
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Series credits
5.5No synopsis available yet.
Para Pencari Tuhan
2007
6.5Tara is the only witness of the massacre of her adoptive parents. The trauma was so deep that it made Tara need the help of a psychologist. Increasingly, it seems there is something hidden from within Tara
Katarsis
2023
NRDunia Tanpa Koma tells the story of Raya, a young female journalist in a weekly news magazine called Target, who tries to publicize a piece about a drug syndicate at her magazine.
A World Without Commas
2006
Behind the camera
10.0In Jakarta, a young journalist struggling to escape from the confines of familiar obligations, receives a telegram informing him that his mother is dying.
Telegram
2001
10.0In Jakarta, a young journalist struggling to escape from the confines of familiar obligations, receives a telegram informing him that his mother is dying.
Telegram
2001
7.0A study of middle class life in Jakarta.
As White as the Heart, as Red as the Lips
1982
7.0A study of middle class life in Jakarta.
As White as the Heart, as Red as the Lips
1982
NRAlthough Ayu has been honest, Sutra is continuously haunted by the fact that Ayu was not a virgin when they married, even after five years of marriage. As a result, Sutra always faces problems in having sex with his wife. Then when he finds out that Ayu met her old friend, Manaseh, Sutra becomes increasingly suspicious and his mental state grows unstable. He himself has a relationship with Rhoda Darsono, who has a very possessive nature. This disturbs Sutra, who only wants to have fun with her. Just when Sutra starts to realise his mistake, he is murdered.
In Love
1987
NRAlthough Ayu has been honest, Sutra is continuously haunted by the fact that Ayu was not a virgin when they married, even after five years of marriage. As a result, Sutra always faces problems in having sex with his wife. Then when he finds out that Ayu met her old friend, Manaseh, Sutra becomes increasingly suspicious and his mental state grows unstable. He himself has a relationship with Rhoda Darsono, who has a very possessive nature. This disturbs Sutra, who only wants to have fun with her. Just when Sutra starts to realise his mistake, he is murdered.
In Love
1987
NRBecause of his wife’s encouragement, Prabowo enters a dangerous business and is eventually imprisoned. While waiting for his trial, his business partner, Wahyuni the divorcee, whom he also loves, bails him out. Their children Ani and Reni, who have to downgrade from their mansion to a flat, suffer from the shock of change. They resort to drugs and prostitution to escape reality. While the mother is sick, Wahyuni becomes intimate with Prabowo. Once found out, they slowly try to solve each problem. Wahyuni is willing to reconcile the entire family. So Rini attempts to become a photographer, by following her boyfriend, a tour guide in Bali. There is another character, a journalist, who comes in and out of the film, and functions as a commentator and witness of their lives. The dialogue veers on philosophical messages as director, Slamet Rahardjo, tries to represent both the lower and upper classes, mixing his narrative style with realism.
Kembang Kertas
1984
7.3A portrait of newly married couple, Nurlela and Hasan, who have to live at the house of Nurlelas’s father. They do not have enough money to find a place of their own. Nurlela's father constantly compares Hasan negatively to his rich son-in-law Bakri (August Melasz), causes a friction between the young couple. Hasan and Nurlela fights when looking for their own way to be able to live independently. This situation makes them lie to each other, especially Hasan, who questions himself about his work and its environment. Hasan’s hard work to get off the family’s house eventually causes a misunderstanding. Nurlela almost commits suicide before the couple is able to trust each other again.
Behind the Mosquito Net
1983
4.0An Asian anthology: Mirage, Aliwan Paradise, The Tree Of Life, and The Tokyo Game.
Southern Winds
1993
6.5From the real life story of Marsinah, an Indonesian activist that was kidnapped & found dead on May 1993 after a demonstration act.
Marsinah: Cry Justice
2002
6.5From the real life story of Marsinah, an Indonesian activist that was kidnapped & found dead on May 1993 after a demonstration act.
Marsinah: Cry Justice
2002
10.0This is a story about two boys, Andri and Gempol. Andri is rich, educated but unhappy. Lonely and neglected by his parents, he befriends Gempol whose parents are too poor to send him to school. While Gempol yearns to go to school, Andri envies his freedom and parental love. Andri sneaks food, books, and money to Gempol while Gempol, in return, gives him friendship.
My Sky My Home
1991
NRSince birth Ponirah has lived a cursed life. Her mother died while birthing her and her brother Permadi is hit by a truck while riding a bicycle with her. This leads her father, Jabarudi, to go temporarily insane and nearly stab her with a kris. Their maid, Trindil, brings Ponirah with her and escapes the city, settling in Yogyakarta. Trindil becomes a prostitute to support herself and Ponirah; the two live at the brothel.
Ponirah Is Convicted
1984
7.0A man violates his village's law by seducing and abandoning his childhood sweetheart. Exiled to Jakarta, he learns to love and respect those in the red light district, causing him to return home in an effort to make amends.
Rembulan Dan Matahari
1979
7.0A man violates his village's law by seducing and abandoning his childhood sweetheart. Exiled to Jakarta, he learns to love and respect those in the red light district, causing him to return home in an effort to make amends.
Rembulan Dan Matahari
1979
Kodrat feels the loss after his friend, Solikhin, is shot dead by the police. They both come from poverty and are brought up in an orphanage. In return, they always donate the money they earn from their crimes to the orphanage. Kodrat wants revenge but his boss gives him an order to execute Solikhin’s girlfriend, Susy. He is not willing to do it. Instead, he brings Susy to the police, and goes to the orphanage to give away everything he owns. Mustakin, the patron of the orphanage, reveals Kodrat’s identity. He also tells Kodrat that the person who shot Solikhin is Sofyan, a friend from the orphanage. The bloody climax is inevitable, and the patron who tries to intervene becomes a victim.
Kodrat
1986
Kodrat feels the loss after his friend, Solikhin, is shot dead by the police. They both come from poverty and are brought up in an orphanage. In return, they always donate the money they earn from their crimes to the orphanage. Kodrat wants revenge but his boss gives him an order to execute Solikhin’s girlfriend, Susy. He is not willing to do it. Instead, he brings Susy to the police, and goes to the orphanage to give away everything he owns. Mustakin, the patron of the orphanage, reveals Kodrat’s identity. He also tells Kodrat that the person who shot Solikhin is Sofyan, a friend from the orphanage. The bloody climax is inevitable, and the patron who tries to intervene becomes a victim.
Kodrat
1986
