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Perkawinan
Mas Tok, son of a rich family, is studying in Holland when he meets Inge, a staff of Nitou travel agency. They marry but cannot have a child due to Mas Tok’s illness. When they return to Indonesia, his parents disapprove of his marriage as they intended him to marry another girl. Mas Tok then returns to Europe to treat his illness. Meanwhile, Inge is made to leave by her parents-in-law when she is found pregnant and thought to be unfaithful. Mas Tok comes home to find his wife gone and blames his parents because the baby is his son. Mas Tok meets Inge again under a snow fall, much like when they first meet, only this time his parents are there to witness.
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Plot Summary
The film centers on a young woman named Lina who is pressured into a marriage she doesn't want by her family. She secretly loves another man, but societal expectations and family duty force her hand. The story explores the conflicts between personal desire and obligation within Indonesian society.
Critical Reception
As an older Indonesian film, detailed critical reception is scarce in easily accessible Western databases. However, "Perkawinan" is recognized as a significant drama from its era, contributing to the Indonesian cinematic landscape of the early 1970s.
What Reviewers Say
Explores themes of arranged marriage and personal sacrifice.
Reflects social pressures and traditions of Indonesian society.
A notable example of Indonesian drama from the early 70s.
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Fun Fact
The film was produced by PT. Jala Prawita, a production house active in Indonesian cinema during the 1970s.
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