The Act of Killing
The Act of Killing (2012) is a documentary drama, directed by Joshua Oppenheimer. It stars Anwar Congo and Herman Koto. The 159-minute film holds an audience score of 7.7/10.
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What The Act of Killing Is About
In this chilling and groundbreaking documentary, former Indonesian death squad leaders reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of various film genres. As they recreate their past atrocities, the line between reality and performance blurs, exposing the lingering impact of Indonesia's 1965-66 anti-communist purge and the unsettling psychology of its perpetrators.
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What is The Act of Killing about?
In this chilling and groundbreaking documentary, former Indonesian death squad leaders reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of various film genres. As they recreate their past atrocities, the line between reality and performance blurs, exposing the lingering impact of Indonesia's 1965-66 anti-communist purge and the unsettling psychology of its perpetrators.
Where can I watch The Act of Killing?
The Act of Killing is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is The Act of Killing?
The Act of Killing runs for 159 minutes (2h 39m).
When did The Act of Killing come out?
The Act of Killing was released in 2012.
Who directed The Act of Killing?
The Act of Killing was directed by Joshua Oppenheimer.
Who stars in The Act of Killing?
The Act of Killing stars Anwar Congo, Herman Koto, Syamsul Arifin, Ibrahim Sinik.
What is The Act of Killing's rating?
The Act of Killing holds 8.2/10 on IMDb and 7.7/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 83 out of 100.
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