Jockhole

This documentary delves into the chilling realities of political mass murder in Indonesia during the 1960s. It follows the filmmaker's investigation into the killings, confronting the perpetrators who have never faced consequences for their actions. The film utilizes surreal and theatrical re-enactments to explore the trauma and the societal impact of these events.

Jockhole received widespread critical acclaim for its daring and unique approach to a harrowing subject. Critics lauded its bravery in confronting perpetrators and its innovative use of cinematic techniques to represent unspeakable violence and trauma. While disturbing, the film was recognized for its significant contribution to understanding a dark period in history.

• A profoundly disturbing yet essential examination of state-sanctioned violence.

• Praised for its innovative and unsettling re-enactments that convey the horror of the Indonesian genocide.

• Recognized for its courageous direct confrontation with perpetrators who remain unpunished.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly found Jockhole to be a powerful and important film, highlighting its bravery and unique approach to a difficult subject. Many viewers were struck by the film's ability to bring attention to a largely unaddressed historical atrocity and its unflinching look at the perpetrators.

Winner of the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival (World Cinema Documentary Competition). Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

The film's director, Josh Oppenheimer, also directed the acclaimed companion film 'The Act of Killing', which explores similar themes and features some of the same individuals involved in the Indonesian killings.