Aditya Ahmad

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Aditya Ahmad

Born May 29, 1989 · Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia (age 37)

Aditya Ahmad, born in Makassar (May 29th 1989) has his short SEPATU BARU recognized as Special Mention in 64th Berlin International Film Festival. He then participated the Asian Film Academy (19th Busan Internationa Film Festival) and the Berlinale Talent Campus 2015. Aditya also worked as 2nd Assistant Director on a few features by Miles Films.

Known For

On Stopping the RainOn Stopping the Rain · 2014
On Stopping the Rain
2014
MovieDrama
A little girl living in a slum area is restless as the never-ending rain is stopping her burning desire to wear her brand new shoes. She will call upon the old traditional way to stop the unstoppable rain.
A GiftA Gift · 2018
A Gift
8.02018
MovieDrama
Isfi can wear her comfortable pants among her guy friends but has to wear hijab to be accepted at Nita’s house. Two days to Nita’s Birthday, all Isfi wants is to prepare the best gift in Nita’s room.
Salute to the Pig!Salute to the Pig! · 2025
Salute to the Pig!
2025
MovieDrama
In the 1999 Timor war, Darius (40), a financially strapped father, fights to protect a state-owned priceless sandalwood tree in his front yard from thieves, while struggling to support his daughter’s dream of joining the military.
Falling in Love Like in MoviesFalling in Love Like in Movies · 2023
Falling in Love Like in Movies
8.82023
MovieComedyDrama
Bagus, a screenwriter, reunites with his high school friend and crush, Hana, who is still grieving from the loss of her husband. He wants to convince her to fall in love once again, just like in the movies.
GoldfishGoldfish
Goldfish
MovieDrama
Nur is a 13-year-old boy who lives with his father in a rural area in South Sulawesi, Indonesia. Nur naturally replaced his mother in the household after her passing. Nevertheless, his father remains aloof, and decides to send Nur away to an all-boys boarding school to make him more 'manly'. Missing fatherly love, he unexpectedly gets the attention and validation he needs at school. However, he faces bullying and harassment due to his feminine nature. Everything changes when he encounters a Bissu, an androgynous local spiritual leader who believes Nur is the chosen one to replace them. Presented with a chance to finally get acceptance, Nur has to choose which path to take. His choice will reshape his relationship with his father forever.
Islands of FaithIslands of Faith · 2020
Islands of Faith
8.02020
MovieDocumentary
Through the lens of faiths and cultures in seven provinces in Indonesia, this documentary follows individuals who strive to address climate change.
Emma'Emma' · 2016
Emma'
7.42016
MovieDramaHistory
In 1950s Makassar, the life of a devoted mother is upended when another woman enters her husband's life.
Four Seasons in Java
Oct 8, 2026
Four Seasons in Java · 2026
Four Seasons in Java
2026
MovieDramaThriller
Pertiwi returns to her hometown after spending two decades in prison to rebuild her life. There, she finds power in things that have been abandoned: discarded electronic devices that mysteriously light up and a community of outcasts living on the fringes of society. But coming home also means confronting the four men who sent her to prison and now rule the village. Together with the outcasts, Pertiwi begins to uncover the darkness that still haunts the place - and the past she thought she had left behind.

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