Modong : The Art of Having
Dir. Diana Fitrianingsih
Synopsis
Modong (30), a man suffering from mental illness after his beloved cow was sold by his brother. Away from home, Modong goes through a routine of traveling around the village and taking care of a tree branch that he thinks of as a cow.
To the villagers, Modong is a disturbing madman, until one day the branch goes missing, making him feel lost for the second time. Modong cursed whatever happened. His daily life became chaotic, as did his brother who wanted to get rid of him.
Film Details
Title
Modong : The Art of Having
Director
Diana Fitrianingsih
Production Year
2019
Duration
27 minutes 35 seconds
Age Classification
13+
Film Genre
Fiction
Schedule
- Q&A
- The Hallway Space, Pasar Kosambi Lt. 2, Jl. Kebon Pisang, Bandung
- June 26, 2025, 18.30 WIB (UTC +7)
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Modong: The Art of Having (2019) — When the World Disappears
Through Modong, Diana Fitrianingsih offers a unique perspective that reveals more than just trauma and social stigma. By portraying mental illness as a deeper form of representation, the film invites viewers to trace the turbulence of Modong’s emotions.
