From Malay Mail · Ian Jeremiah Patrick · · 1m 40s
Dian Sastrowardoyo shines in 'The Fox King'
Indonesian actress Dian Sastrowardoyo hopes Indonesian cinemas embrace Malaysian-Indonesian film collabs.
In brief
Indonesian actress Dian Sastrowardoyo hopes Indonesian cinemas embrace Malaysian-Indonesian film collabs. Indonesian actress Dian Sastrowardoyo hopes The Fox King reaches Indonesian cinemas after its Malaysian release. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Dian Sastrowardoyo's film career
Indonesian actress Dian Sastrowardoyo has spent more than two decades building a career across film and television.
Notable film roles
She has appeared in 2001’s Whispering Sands and What’s Up with Love? and the Netflix series Cigarette Girl.
Early Malaysian collaboration
She began her connection with Malaysian cinema with a cameo in Saw Teong Hin’s 2004 film Puteri Gunung Ledang.
The Fox King release
The Fox King released in Malaysian cinemas on September 17 with Dian starring as Lara, an English teacher.
Production timeline
Dian described making The Fox King as a short but enjoyable experience with filming completed within weeks.
Family time during production
She spent time away from her family during the fasting month as she travelled to Malaysia for filming.
Indonesian cinema hopes
Dian hopes The Fox King will be screened in Indonesian cinemas after its Malaysian release.
Collaboration benefits
Dian believes greater collaboration between Malaysian and Indonesian filmmakers creates mutual learning opportunities.
Cross-border roles
She points to Malaysian actors Chew Kin Wah and Bront Palarae finding roles across the border.
Acting as character growth
Dian says acting makes her more observant and helps her understand different perspectives.
Upcoming projects
Dian has The Sea Speaks His Name in the pipeline for the 31st Busan International Film Festival.
Current cinema hopes
Dian hopes Malaysian audiences will experience The Fox King while it screens nationwide.
What to remember
Indonesian actress Dian Sastrowardoyo hopes The Fox King reaches Indonesian cinemas after its Malaysian release.
