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Gombal From Home (2020) – Virtual Relationships and Fake Identities.
Loneliness during the pandemic becomes the central theme of “Gombal From Home”. The film tells the story of Eka, a young man who seeks attention and companionship through a dating application by using a fake identity. At first, the virtual relationship feels exciting and comforting, but the lies he creates slowly give rise to more complicated emotional conflicts.
Palsubuuk! (2023) – The Disaster of Social Media Hoaxes
Amid the rapid advancement of technology, there are still people who are not fully prepared to face it. This lack of preparedness is clearly portrayed in Palsubuuk!, a film that tells the story of the downfall of a meatball stall caused by a single irresponsible social media post. Through this film, we do not merely witness a cliché comedy-drama, but also a real issue that feels very close to everyday life.
Bersama Membangun Negeri (2023) — Grassroots Visits and Staged Tears
In Bersama Membangun Negeri, the most disturbing thing is not merely about a corrupt politician, but about how Heni shows absolutely no empathy toward Satinah, casually asking her — an elderly widow in the village — to cry in front of a campaign camera. No longer done in secret, but openly, as if it were something completely normal.
Anxietus Domicupus (2021) — A Delivery Courier and Her Anxiety
Language is typically one of the first cues audiences use to determine a character's identity in a film. The words someone chooses and the accent they carry can reveal their origins and personality. In this film, however, the language spoken is an entirely invented one, a fusion of Javanese, Japanese, and Latin that sounds distinctly foreign to the ear.
Trashtalk — Measuring Humanity Through Unconventional Humor
Comedy cinema is often associated with polished lighting, precise shot composition, and visually pleasing aesthetics carefully crafted to draw out laughter.
Seribu Kunang-Kunang di Jakarta (2020) — A Creative Interpretation of Poetry Through Film
Seribu Kunang-Kunang di Jakarta is an adaptation of a poem by Joko Pinurbo, brought to life as a short film directed by Anindya Erviana Madalina. The film follows a poet who encounters a young Chinese-Indonesian girl carrying the moon on a night in May 1998, a year that left a dark mark on Indonesian history, defined by the inhumane tragedy that targeted the Chinese-Indonesian community as victims of racial violence.

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A New Chapter of Resonance Begins! Inside the Vibration-Filled Opening Ceremony of Sewon Screening 12
Yogyakarta, September 22, 2026 — The moment has arrived: Sewon Screening 12 has officially opened. First introduced back in April as a pre-event,
What Happens When Cinema Meets Visual Art?
On August 26, 2026, mats were spread out in front of the Visual Art Management Department, where a crowd made up mostly of
September to Sewon – Institut Seni Indonesia Screen Marks the Finale of Sewon Screening 11 Pre-Events
Yogyakarta, August 29, 2025 - After traveling to three cities across Java and visiting various film communities in Yogyakarta, Sewon Screening finally returned
Grebek Massal Solidifies Sewon Screening Ties with Yogyakarta Film Communities
Yogyakarta, July 20, 2025 – Serving as the highlight of the Grebek Komunitas series, Grebek Massal wrapped up the outreach program with a
Sewon Screening Strengthens Its Network Through “Grebek Komunitas”
Yogyakarta, July 20, 2025 – Bringing a fresh burst of energy at the beginning of its new decade, Sewon Screening 11 launched a
A Room to Watch, A Room to Converse—An Alternative Screening in Semarang’s Kota Lama
Semarang, June 20, 2025 - After stopping by the City of Heroes, Sewon Screening 11 continued its roadshow screenings and made its second

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A New Chapter of Resonance Begins! Inside the Vibration-Filled Opening Ceremony of Sewon Screening 12
Yogyakarta, September 22, 2026 — The moment has arrived: Sewon Screening 12 has officially opened. First introduced back in April as a pre-event, the festival has now reached a new chapter as its main event, bringing fresh updates while staying true to the same spirit that has always defined it, delivering a breath of fresh air to every audience member who comes to Sewon.
Put Down Your Phone and Tune Into the Buzz of Malioboro Night
Malioboro, May 23 2026. As the conversation around social media often goes, it cuts both ways, bringing both benefits and drawbacks into our daily lives.
When Literature Dissolves into Cinema: The Layar Lanskap Kaliurang Screening
This edition, Layar Lanskap: Kaliurang, carried a distinctly experimental spirit, one steeped in deep literary sensibility.
Layar Kenduren: Where Barriers Dissolve in the Act of Remembering
Yogyakarta, April 25, 2026 — “Layar Kenduren” marks the first pre-event activity of Sewon Screening 12. The barriers that once confined memory were gently lifted through the films screened that evening.
The Curtain Falls on the Pre-Events, Sewon Screening 11 Main Event Dates Finally Announced!
On August 29, 2025, Layar Institut Seni Indonesia unfolded in full force. The cool Yogyakarta night, 245 unwavering pairs of eyes, and a screen standing tall at the heart of the Boulevard campus. This was more than just a film screening it was a statement. A cinema space does not always need thick walls; sometimes, it only needs people willing to sit and watch.
Anchoring in the City of Atlas: From Communities to the National Stage—Two Open Film Funding Opportunities
Sewon Screening 11 returns at the dawn of a new decade. After a successful Layar Tandang debut in the City of Heroes, Surabaya, the festival has now arrived in Semarang the historic City of Atlas. This stop marks another milestone in the vibrancy of local cinema, as Sewon Screening 11 lands with a powerful program and opens not just one, but two doors of opportunity, the Sewon Short Film Fund for community filmmakers, and the Layar Indonesiana Short Film Production Competition with national reach.

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Getting to Know Magnis Putri Exela Festival Manager of Sewon Screening 10 ‘Persistence’
Sewon Screening as a student film festival driven by the collective of the ISI Yogyakarta Film and Television Student Association, once again drew attention during the celebration of its 10th edition last year. Behind its success stands Magnis Putri Exela, the Festival Manager, who led and managed the festival under the theme of Persistence. So, what was Magnis’ journey like throughout managing Sewon Screening 10?
So, What’s the Point of All Our Hard Work in Making Films?
Creating a film is an incredible achievement. But it means nothing if no one watches it. Sadly, this is often the case for many of us young filmmakers our films end up collecting dust after the production phase simply because we didn’t plan our distribution well. In fact, film distribution is a crucial bridge. It’s not just the producer or director who feels proud; the entire crew finally sees that their hard work has paid off when the film reaches an audience.

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Diving Back Into the Memories of Sewon Screening

Yogyakarta, September 22, 2026 — Now more than a decade in, the Sewon Screening Film Festival takes up the theme Resonance for its 12th edition. Each year, moments from the festival are archived and shown to visitors at an archive exhibition during the following edition.

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Sewon Screening Returns to Its Old Home with a Look at This Year’s Venue

Sewon, 22 September 2026 — After previously moving to AUVI and the Faculty of Recording Media Arts area, Sewon Screening is finally returns to the Concert Hall and the former rectorate courtyard of ISI Yogyakarta. Returning to its original home brings significant changes to the festival’s overall venue arrangement. With a more organized program layout, the festival is now ready to offer a much more enjoyable viewing experience for everyone who attends. So, what are the benefits for visitors?

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Unveiling the Life of Comedian in Mati Ketawa (2026)

Directed by Vigo Antony Novar Sasela, the short film Mati Ketawa uses stand-up comedy not merely as a setting, but as a medium through which grief can be explored. According to Vigo, the film seeks to address an aspect that is still rarely explored in short films: the possibility of expressing and examining grief through stand-up comedy, rather than treating it only as an emotional element within a story.

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Resonance Corner: Weaving Stories Within a Space of Resonance

Sewon Screening is a film festival that has run every year for over a decade. With each edition, it has introduced a wealth of new films and programs, each built around its own theme. This year, Sewon Screening 12 returns under the theme “Resonance,” bringing with it a lineup of programs designed to offer participants something fresh, among them, Resonance Corner.

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