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The Act of Killing

A story of killers who win, and the society they build.

★ 7.7 (709 votes) | 2012 | 1h 57m
Documentary
Overview

In this chilling and groundbreaking documentary, former Indonesian death squad leaders reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of various film genres, from gangster epics to musicals. As they recreate their past atrocities, the line between reality and performance blurs, exposing the lingering impact of Indonesia’s 1965-66 anti-communist purge and the unsettling psychology of its perpetrators.

Details
  • Status Released
  • Release Date November 1, 2012
  • Budget $1,000,000
  • Revenue $722,714
  • Production Final Cut for Real, Piraya Film, Novaya Zemlya, Spring Films

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