Mistress Dasima (I) (1929)

This film tells the story of a nyai (mistress) who becomes famous after the publication of a book in 1896, and then popularized through theatre and the traditional performance of lenong. Dasima, a girl who is originally from Kuripan, Bogor, is married to an Englishman named Edward William. From Tangerang, she later moves to Batavia (Jakarta). She becomes well known for her beauty and wealth. One of her suitors is Samiun who is married to Hayati. Dasima is persuaded by Mak Buyung to leave her "master". But when she becomes Samiun's second wife, she is neglected.

Director: Lie Tek Swie
Genre: Drama
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Cinematography: A Loepias
Production: Tan's Film
Country: Indonesia
Language: No Language
Original Language: xx
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mistress Dasima (I) about?
This film tells the story of a nyai (mistress) who becomes famous after the publication of a book in 1896, and then popularized through theatre and the traditional performance of lenong. Dasima, a girl who is originally from Kuripan, Bogor, is married to an Englishman named Edward William. From Tangerang, she later moves to Batavia (Jakarta). She becomes well known for her beauty and wealth. One of her suitors is Samiun who is married to Hayati. Dasima is persuaded by Mak Buyung to leave her "master". But when she becomes Samiun's second wife, she is neglected.
Who directed Mistress Dasima (I)?
Mistress Dasima (I) was directed by Lie Tek Swie.
Who stars in Mistress Dasima (I)?
Mistress Dasima (I) stars N Noerhani, Anah, Wim Lender, Momo.
What genre is Mistress Dasima (I)?
Mistress Dasima (I) is a Drama film.
Where was Mistress Dasima (I) produced?
Mistress Dasima (I) was produced in Indonesia.