Nearly a year since it was first introduced to last year’s inaugural JAFF Market, Ardiansah Sulistiana’s new martial arts drama, The Tiger, is now percolating with new trailer and poster assets this month. The new film, featuring Cecep Arif Rahman and Epy Kusnandar among its cast, is also set to make its case before audiences in early December at the 20th Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival.
In a West Javanese village, Raka, a chili trader, accidentally sparks a conflict with the hot-tempered Dirga. Cornered in a fight, Raka unleashes an extraordinary silat style, resembling a tiger, a secret family tradition known as Pamacan. The viral video of his power attracts Koswara, a feared warrior determined to claim the legacy. With his men, Koswara terrorizes Raka’s family, forcing him to protect their honor and heritage. Guided by his wise father Abah, Raka learns to master his strength while facing relentless threats. The Tiger is a tale of honor, tradition, and the fight to safeguard cultural legacy.
The teaser trailer below has a counter embedded so it’s more of a work-in-progress placeholder. That means it could get removed at some point in favor of something more polished down the line as its commercial release prospects near, but it’s got an eyeful of the goods without question if you love Indonesian action on film.
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