Samiun dan Dasima (1970)

Drawing from the novel, lenong (play) and the previous film (Njai Dasima I), this new film version has heightened erotic scenes considered the boldest for its time. But as mentioned by the director, the eroticism is meant to reveal the psychological aspects of the characters. Unlike the previous version, that mainly highlights conflict between love and witchcraft, this one features social and psychological conflicts. For example, how Dasima feels like an outsider with Edward Williams’s friends, or how she prefers leaving their house to live with her maid in the village. It also shows more background of the Samiun and Hayati characters - Samiun is a black market trader with a lot of debts and Hayati is a woman obsessed with gambling to get rich. When his debts are due and he is unable to pay, Samiun asks his friend, Puasa, to “rob” him while he is returning to their village with Dasima.

Director: Hasmanan
Genre: Drama
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Leo Fioole
Editing: Janis Badar
Production: PT Chitra Dewi Film Production
Country: Indonesia
Language: Bahasa indonesia
Original Language: id
More Films by Director: Hasmanan
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Samiun dan Dasima about?
Drawing from the novel, lenong (play) and the previous film (Njai Dasima I), this new film version has heightened erotic scenes considered the boldest for its time. But as mentioned by the director, the eroticism is meant to reveal the psychological aspects of the characters. Unlike the previous version, that mainly highlights conflict between love and witchcraft, this one features social and psychological conflicts. For example, how Dasima feels like an outsider with Edward Williams’s friends, or how she prefers leaving their house to live with her maid in the village. It also shows more background of the Samiun and Hayati characters - Samiun is a black market trader with a lot of debts and Hayati is a woman obsessed with gambling to get rich. When his debts are due and he is unable to pay, Samiun asks his friend, Puasa, to “rob” him while he is returning to their village with Dasima.
Who directed Samiun dan Dasima?
Samiun dan Dasima was directed by Hasmanan.
Who stars in Samiun dan Dasima?
Samiun dan Dasima stars Chitra Dewi, W.D. Mochtar, Sofia W.D., Abdul Hamid Arief, Nico Pelamonia, Mansjur Sjah.
What genre is Samiun dan Dasima?
Samiun dan Dasima is a Drama film.
Where was Samiun dan Dasima produced?
Samiun dan Dasima was produced in Indonesia.