Salman Aristo

Writing

Salman Aristo

Born April 13, 1976 · Jakarta, Indonesia (age 50)

Salman Aristo is an Indonesian screenwriter and film director, best known for his work on Verses of Love (2007), The Rainbow Troops (2008), Garuda di Dadaku (2009), and The Dancer (Sang Penari, 2011).

Known For

Garuda: Dare to DreamGaruda: Dare to Dream · 2026
Garuda: Dare to Dream
8.72026
MovieAnimationComedy
Putra, a 13-year-old boy living with asthma, dreams of one day playing for Indonesia’s national football team. Often underestimated, his determination never wavers until he fails a crucial selection, making his dream feel impossibly out of reach. Everything changes when he encounters Gaga, a mystical Garuda who offers him a new chance. Alongside Naya, a talented young footballer and the coach’s daughter who becomes his fiercest ally, Putra embarks on a journey filled with challenges, growth, and unexpected courage. Through it all, Putra comes to understand that chasing a dream takes more than grit and bravery. It takes belief, and the people who stand beside you. The question is: can he rise above his limits and become one of Indonesia’s finest?
Kambing JantanKambing Jantan · 2009
Kambing Jantan
6.02009
MovieDramaComedy
Stuck in a finance degree he doesn’t care about and a long-distance relationship draining his wallet, Dika’s life in Australia feels like a mess—until an old friend inspires him to chase a different dream: comedy.
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.
Like & ShareLike & Share · 2022
Like & Share
7.32022
MovieDrama
Two best friends who create ASMR content together discover a world of personal exploration that leads them both toward harrowing outcomes.
30 Hari Mencari Cinta30 Hari Mencari Cinta · 2004
30 Hari Mencari Cinta
6.02004
MovieComedyDrama
When lifelong friends Keke, Gwen, and Olin embark on a quest for love by making a pact to find boyfriends, their tight-knit bond is put to the test.
Verses of LoveVerses of Love · 2008
Verses of Love
6.02008
MovieDramaRomance
Fahri attracted many women, including Maria, Nurul, and Naora. They hide their feelings until Fahri's marriage with Aisha which broke their hearts.
Polis Evo 2Polis Evo 2 · 2018
Polis Evo 2
6.42018
MovieActionComedy
A group of terrorists have taken over a village and are holding the villagers hostage. Special Forces from Malaysia and Indonesia are tasked with handling the incident but their mission fails. Now it is up to Inspector Sani and Inspector Khai to save the hostages and at the same time, take down the terrorist group.
The Rainbow TroopsThe Rainbow Troops · 2008
The Rainbow Troops
7.52008
MovieDramaFamily
A 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.

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Garuda: Dare to DreamGaruda: Dare to Dream · 2026
Garuda: Dare to Dream
8.72026
MovieAnimationComedy
Putra, a 13-year-old boy living with asthma, dreams of one day playing for Indonesia’s national football team. Often underestimated, his determination never wavers until he fails a crucial selection, making his dream feel impossibly out of reach. Everything changes when he encounters Gaga, a mystical Garuda who offers him a new chance. Alongside Naya, a talented young footballer and the coach’s daughter who becomes his fiercest ally, Putra embarks on a journey filled with challenges, growth, and unexpected courage. Through it all, Putra comes to understand that chasing a dream takes more than grit and bravery. It takes belief, and the people who stand beside you. The question is: can he rise above his limits and become one of Indonesia’s finest?

Creator

Behind the Scenes of Dilan ITB 1997Behind the Scenes of Dilan ITB 1997 · 2026
Behind the Scenes of Dilan ITB 1997
2026
MovieDocumentary
Behind the Scenes of Dilan (Di Balik Layar Dilan) is an approximately 75-minute observational documentary that captures Ariel NOAH’s journey as he is entrusted with the role of the adult Dilan—a decision that immediately sparked public debate. Amidst the commentary, expectations, and the weight of nostalgia attached to the figure of Dilan, the film goes beyond simply observing the acting process; it dissects how a fictional character transforms into a collective memory contested by many. From Bandung as the birthplace of the myth, through intimate reading rooms, to the final day of shooting, the documentary follows Ariel's transformation as a human being, a public figure, and a new vessel for an icon. Ultimately, the film poses one profound question: when a myth changes bodies, who is truly being tested—the actor, the character, or the audience's own memory?

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