Andragogy

Watching Budi Pekerti felt incredibly personal. I know exactly how difficult it already is to be a teacher in Indonesia - underpaid, overworked, and expected to be perfect at all times. That's why Bu Prani's story cut so deep. She was never trying to be a hero. She was just tired. Human.

When that one moment at the market was caught on video, I knew what was coming. The internet doesn't wait. People don't ask questions. And just like that, everything she built - her job, her identity, her dignity - was put on trial by strangers.

Ine Febriyanti's performance was devastating in the best way. So subtle, but so powerful. I could feel her crumbling quietly, the way many real people do - without drama, without screaming, just... trying to survive.

And the ending? Honestly, I loved it. It doesn't force a "happy" resolution, and that's exactly why it works. Sometimes, life doesn't wrap up neatly. Sometimes, we just carry on, even if we're broken. And that final scene says more in silence than any dialogue could.

Budi Pekerti is the kind of film that lingers. It's not just a social commentary. It's a reflection of how cruel we've become, and how little space we give people to just be human. I cried when it ended - not because it was tragic, but because it was honest.

This film matters.

What's interesting about Budi Pekerti is that it takes the most relevant elements in social media life today: virality, cancel culture, and popularity. In his latest feature film after Photocopier (2021), Wregas Bhanuteja presents characters full of ethical and personality complexity which have to face the nightmare of their actions because of social media which causes the boundaries of morality to become blurred. Wregas is an expert in exploring human emotions and how a person's choices will have consequences, especially those that happen to Mrs. Prani (played extraordinary by Sha Ine Febriyanti) so this film feels very close to us. What Wregas did was so precise and effective that Budi Pekerti deserves to be one of the best Indonesian films in 2023.

Budi Pekerti is a compelling Indonesian film that dives deeply into the complexities of social values, morality, and human behavior. The story follows a family caught in a web of misunderstandings and moral conflicts after a public incident. This film does a remarkable job of exploring how society often rushes to judgment, showing the impact of public opinion and social media on individual lives.

The film excels in its portrayal of realistic, flawed characters who are forced to navigate difficult moral choices. It pushes viewers to confront their own biases, making them reflect on what it means to act with integrity in a world that frequently prioritizes appearances over honesty. The performances are strong and nuanced, especially from the lead actors who bring a raw vulnerability to their roles, making the audience empathize with their struggles.

Director Wregas Bhanuteja successfully uses this narrative to question society's inclination to judge and the implications of cancel culture. The film's atmosphere is heightened by its careful cinematography and well-chosen soundtrack, which create a sense of tension and realism.

Overall, Budi Pekerti is a thought-provoking film that resonates deeply with the current social landscape, serving as a reminder to look beyond superficial judgments. It's an impactful watch for those interested in films that challenge societal norms and promote introspection.

Social media could be very helpful and in other way it could bring us to bottom of our life This movie bring us a reality about our current situation mostly in Indonesia and maybe another country I could draw theory of relativity shown by the effect of social media throuh this movie

We must manage our conscience while we are surfing with social media

This movie also telling us about andragogy and it could be very powerful if it is used in environment with open mind culture

Really enjoyable movie with background in Yogyakarta, one of the best city in Java that known as a city with culture that put conscience at the first place.

This film tells the reality that is happening now, namely the era of social media where a lot of hoax news is being spread and many people believe this news. The storyline of this film is very easy to understand and the acting of the actors is also very good. And it turned out that when the scene was about to move house, it turned out that it wasn't raining on the shooting location and the production team added a very realistic rain effect. I give my appreciation to the editing team. In my opinion, what is missing from this film is that it doesn't exist. I recommend this film to be watched for all ages.