The Flag
The Flag

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The Flag

2002
Movie
73 min
Indonesian

Budi and Rosi are assigned by the teacher to raise the flag on Mondays. But when the teacher gives Budi the flag for washing, he falls asleep and forgets that the bucket he is using to soak the flag, is usually used by his neighbour, Bang Ali, to wash his bajaj (motor tricycle). Budi panics when he learns that the flag is missing. He calls Rosie and they look for it around the house. Then Bang Ali returns the bucket, and they rediscover the flag. But when they wash and dry it, the flag goes "missing" again. This takes Budi and Rosi on an "adventure" to find the flag again.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Lars von TrierGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

Molly, a young woman with a mild intellectual disability, dreams of winning a prestigious dog show with her beloved poodle. Despite facing numerous obstacles and skepticism from those around her, she remains determined to achieve her goal. Along the way, she forms unexpected bonds and learns valuable lessons about perseverance, friendship, and self-worth.

Critical Reception

The Flag (2002) received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its heartwarming story and the performance of its lead actress. Some critics found the film's pacing to be uneven, while others lauded its emotional depth and uplifting message.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its touching narrative and strong lead performance.

  • Appreciated for its themes of perseverance and friendship.

  • Some viewers noted a slow pace in certain sections.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a short film but was expanded into a feature-length movie due to the positive response during early development.

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