Hestu Saputra

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Hestu Saputra

Born July 31, 1985 · Jogjakarta, Indonesia (age 41)

Hestu Saputra is an Indonesian film director.

Known For

LorongLorong · 2019
Lorong
6.52019
MovieHorrorThriller
Waking up after giving birth, Mayang gets the news unlike what she expects from Reza, her husband: their first baby has died. Both of them are experiencing tremendous depression. Mayang can not accept it. Everyone at the hospital is sure that she is hallucinating. She contacts the police to look for a bright spot in this strange case. Dr. Vera who helped her give birth, provides evidence: the document of her baby's death with several photographs of the incident. Mayang who chooses not to give up begins to be considered crazy by some people in the hospital, including her own husband. Moreover, she feels to be followed by a spirit.
The EnlightenerThe Enlightener · 2010
The Enlightener
7.02010
MovieDramaHistory
Returning 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.
Habibie & AinunHabibie & Ainun · 2012
Habibie & Ainun
7.52012
MovieDramaRomance
Habibie wanted to unite Indonesia by designing airplanes. He met his soulmate and underwent his struggle to become the 3rd president of Indonesia.
#MoveOnAja#MoveOnAja · 2019
#MoveOnAja
5.72019
MovieComedyRomance
Broke and heartbreak, Irwan just wants to spend a gloomy new year's eve in the room alone. Dani, his friend, persuades him to make a list of dating applications. Because of that, Irwan can meet Nadia who is making selection to accompany her New Year's Eve. When they meet, Irwan and Nadia feel unsuitable, but fate says something else.
Aku Harus MatiAku Harus Mati · 2026
Aku Harus Mati
0.52026
MovieHorror
Mala, a woman in debt due to her hedonistic lifestyle in the city, returns to an orphanage to find solace and reunite with her old friends. However, after experiencing a strange event, she, Tiwi, and Nugra, embark on a journey to a mysterious house in the middle of the forest plagued by evil spirits. The journey uncovers dark secrets from a family's past and leads Mala on a journey to find her true identity.
Merry Riana: A Million Dollars DreamMerry Riana: A Million Dollars Dream · 2014
Merry Riana: A Million Dollars Dream
7.22014
MovieDramaRomance
Merry who lived in Singapore never thought her life would change. She struggled against rejection until she got 1 million dollars at a young age.
Nona Manis SayangeNona Manis Sayange · 2023
Nona Manis Sayange
2023
MovieComedyRomance
Sika, a girl who is in love with her childhood friend named Akram. However, their relationship did not receive the blessing of Sika's father. Until then Akram was challenged to fulfill the very high belis (dowry).
A June RainA June Rain · 2017
A June Rain
6.52017
MovieRomance
The romance between two academics takes a poetic turn when the opportunity to study abroad could permanently put some distance between their love.

Filmography

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The EnlightenerThe Enlightener · 2010
The Enlightener
7.02010
MovieDramaHistory
Returning 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.

Second Assistant Director

Letter from DeathLetter from Death · 2020
Letter from Death
3.72020
MovieHorror
Failing to prove the urban legend of Mbak Rohanna's ghost at Virgin Bridge, Yogyakarta, makes Zein (Endi Arfian) have to propose other haunted places to Kinan (Carrisa Perruset) to make content on their YouTube channel. One time, Pasha (Omara Esteghlal), a student from the same college with Kinan and Zein, carries out a gruesome action in the middle of the city of Yogyakarta and claims to get a letter from the death. The letter threatens, if Pasha does not do what is ordered in the letter, then death would pick him up. From that letter, Kinan and Zein investigate Gama Plaza, an old building that had been used as a place of suicide by their campus students several years ago, Darius (Jerome Kurnia). When they begin the investigation, the next letter arrive again to one of their campus student, and this time it takes a life. Kinan believes that this is a premeditated murder, but Zein argues that everything that happens is related to the spirit of Darius.

Director

Syirik: Danyang Laut SelatanSyirik: Danyang Laut Selatan · 2025
Syirik: Danyang Laut Selatan
1.02025
MovieDramaHorror
After six years of studying at a pesantren, Said returned to his village, Wonosari, only to find it drastically changed. His village was now entangled in mystical beliefs. Amid the chaos, Said reunited with Sari, his childhood sweetheart, but their relationship was hindered by Sari’s mother, Santika, who was determined to make Sari the lead dancer in the village's ritual. Unaware of the true importance of her role, Sari found herself caught in a dangerous web of intrigue involving Santika, Ningsih, and the village chief. Ningsih, who aspired to take the lead dancer's place, was willing to do anything—including using black magic—to threaten Sari. Meanwhile, Ki Dalang, the leader of the ritual, struggled to uncover who truly possessed the qualities to become the lead dancer. This search led to a confrontation with dark forces that threatened everyone involved. This tale, rich in mystery and conflict, tests the limits of love, trust, and tradition.

Director

Ayat Ayat AdindaAyat Ayat Adinda · 2015
Ayat Ayat Adinda
2015
MovieDrama
A melodious voice does not necessarily makes Adina (Tissa Biani) a member of her school‘s qasidah team. Faisal (Surya Saputra), Adina’s father, forbids her. Faisal strongly urges her to focus on studies. Adina’s family never lives long in one place. They often move and are excluded wherever they live. Adina slowly began to understand. Her family are considered heretical. Although Adina does not understand what it is heretical. Driven by the desire to make his family proud and respected by others, Adina determines to follow MTQ contest and to win it. But, her desire gets obstacles. Faisal existence is considered a problem by the neighbours. Faisal gives an ultimatum to his wife and children: not to behave any kinds which make them into the spotlight. One little mistake will make them not only expelled from their homes, but their safety is also threatened.

Director