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Pelajaran Cinta
Students who come to Yogyakarta to study, also have their first taste of love and sex. Three friends, Benny, Lesmono, and Larso find this out for themselves. Benny, a ladies’ man, introduces his friends to prostitution. Lesmono is secretly in love with Indri, but she falls into the hands of Benny. Benny, who takes life very lightly, manages to smuggle Indri into his room in the lodging house. When he goes home to Jakarta, Indri is anxious because she misses her period. Lesmono helps her to find a shaman who can perform an abortion. But when she goes to see a doctor, she finds out that she is not pregnant after all. Lesmono hopes to get Indri back but his hopes vanish when Benny returns and Indri goes back to him. Attempting to represent the teenagers’ psychological state in relation to love and sex; the film only manages to be jokey and shallow.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy young man, caught between his studies and his responsibilities at home, finds himself entangled in a complex romantic relationship. He struggles with his feelings for a woman his family disapproves of, leading to personal turmoil and difficult choices. The story explores themes of love, duty, and societal expectations.
Critical Reception
Pelajaran Cinta was a notable Indonesian drama of its era, appreciated for its portrayal of romantic struggles and family conflicts within the context of Indonesian society. While specific critical reviews from the time are scarce, its themes resonated with audiences, contributing to its place in Indonesian cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Explores the complexities of young love and familial duty.
Features relatable romantic dilemmas for its time.
Offers a glimpse into social norms and relationship dynamics in 1970s Indonesia.
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Fun Fact
The film was produced during a period of significant growth in Indonesian cinema, often focusing on dramatic and romantic narratives that reflected societal values and aspirations.
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