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Itu Bisa Diatur
Three friends, Dono, Kasino, and Indro, open a restaurant because of Dono’s cooking expertise. There are situational jokes in the restaurant: the scary food critic who instead gives a good review; Indro and Susan, the cashier, who play around with the security guard’s handcuffs until they have to go around together, which annoys Indro’s girlfriend. There’s also gym humour when Henny, a stewardess friend of Dono, teaches him. And of course, there are jokes among the three friends.
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Plot Summary
The film follows the humorous misadventures of several individuals navigating the complexities of everyday life and relationships in Jakarta. Through a series of comedic situations, the characters encounter amusing challenges and misunderstandings that highlight the often chaotic and unpredictable nature of human interactions.
Critical Reception
Information on the critical reception of 'Itu Bisa Diatur' is limited due to its age and the relative scarcity of archived reviews from that period in Indonesian cinema. However, local audiences generally appreciated its lighthearted comedic approach, which was a popular genre at the time.
What Reviewers Say
The film is remembered for its lighthearted and accessible humor, typical of Indonesian comedies from the 1980s.
It provided straightforward entertainment, focusing on relatable everyday situations for its audience.
The performances of the established cast were generally well-received for their comedic timing.
Google audience: Audience reviews from the period, where available, suggest that 'Itu Bisa Diatur' was seen as a fun and engaging comedy that successfully entertained viewers with its simple plot and amusing characters. It is remembered fondly by those who experienced it as a light and enjoyable film.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of popular Indonesian comedies in the 1980s that often featured ensemble casts and focused on observational humor derived from daily life.
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