The Act of Killing (2012)

"A story of killers who win and the society they build."

Documentary History

Overview

In this chilling and groundbreaking documentary, former Indonesian death squad leaders reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of various film genres. As they recreate their past atrocities, the line between reality and performance blurs, exposing the lingering impact of Indonesia's 1965-66 anti-communist purge and the unsettling psychology of its perpetrators.

Duration

159 min

Rating

⭐ 7.7 / 10

Status

Released

Release Date

Nov 08, 2012

Languages

Indonesian

Production

Final Cut for Real, Piraya Film, Novaya Zemlya, Spring Films