The Act of Killing
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.
Language:
DA
Production Countries:
Denmark, Norway, United Kingdom
Budget:
$1,000,000
Revenue:
$722,714
Status:
Released
Videos
Mark Kermode reviews The Act of Killing (2012) | BFI Player
Featurette
Official US Trailer
Trailer
