Jomblo
Jomblo

Movie spotlight

Jomblo

2017
Movie
117 min
Indonesian

Four best friends have different reasons for being single. However, problems arise when they desire to have a lover causing the beautiful friendship turned into a rivalry.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Google Users86%
Director: Arie KritingGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

This film follows the journey of four college friends navigating their late teens and early twenties, facing the challenges and humor of being single ('jomblo') in Indonesia. As they pursue education and explore relationships, they learn valuable lessons about love, friendship, and self-discovery, often through comical mishaps and heartfelt moments.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, generally praised for its relatable characters and humor, though some critics noted predictability in its plot. It resonated well with younger audiences in Indonesia.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted comedy and focus on relatable coming-of-age themes.

  • Appreciated for its portrayal of contemporary Indonesian youth culture and friendship dynamics.

  • Some viewers found the plot to be somewhat formulaic, but enjoyed the chemistry among the lead actors.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed the film for its humor, relatable characters, and the exploration of single life in college. Many found it entertaining and a good representation of young Indonesian experiences.

Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of a popular Indonesian novel of the same name by Adhitya Mulya, which also spawned a television series.

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