Harlot's Prayer (Indonesian: Tuhan, Izinkan Aku Berdosa; lit. God, Allow Me to Sin) is a 2023 Indonesian drama film directed by Hanung Bramantyo from a screenplay by Ifan Ismail, based on the 2003 novel Tuhan Izinkan Aku Menjadi Pelacur! by Muhiddin M. Dahlan. It stars Aghniny Haque as Kiran. It had its world premiere at the 2023 Jakarta Film Week on 27 October 2023 and was released in Indonesian theatres on 22 May 2024.
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| Indonesian | Tuhan, Izinkan Aku Berdosa |
| Directed by | Hanung Bramantyo |
| Written by | Ifan Ismail |
| Based on | Tuhan Izinkan Aku Menjadi Pelacur! by Muhiddin M. Dahlan |
| Produced by | Raam Punjabi |
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| Cinematography | Satria Kurnianto |
| Edited by | Haris F. Syah |
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Running time | 117 minutes |
| Country | Indonesia |
| Language | Indonesian |
The film received four nominations at the 2024 Indonesian Film Festival, including Best Actress (Haque).
Premise
editKiran spends her youth dedicated to serving her community and religious figures she deeply respects. However, after experiencing multiple losses and betrayals, she decides to break away from her faith, taking control of her own thoughts and body in a rebellious act. She then chooses to take even bigger risks, exposing herself to greater danger.[1]
Cast
edit- Aghniny Haque as Kiran
- Donny Damara as Tomo
- Djenar Maesa Ayu as Ami
- Andri Mashadi as Daarul Fauzi
- Samo Rafael as Hudan
- Gotheng Iku Ahkin as Kiran's father
Production
editThe development of the script began in 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic.[2] In February 2023, it was announced that Dapur Films optioned the film adaptation rights to adapt the 2003 novel Tuhan Izinkan Aku Menjadi Pelacur! by Muhiddin M. Dahlan into a feature film, alongside the cast announcement of Aghniny Haque and Andri Mashadi.[3] The principal photography began in May 2023, taking place at the University of Amikom in Yogyakarta.[4]
Release
editHarlot's Prayer had its world premiere at the 2023 Jakarta Film Week, competing for the Global Feature Award, on 27 October 2023.[5] It was also screened at the 18th Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival during the Indonesian Film Showcase section.[6] The film was released in Indonesian theatres on 22 May 2024.[7] It garnered 442,663 admissions during its first ten days.[8] It garnered 655,725 admissions during its theatrical run.[9]
Accolades
edit| Award / Film Festival | Date of ceremony | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref. |
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| Indonesian Film Festival | 20 November 2024 | Best Actress | Aghniny Haque | Nominated | [10] |
| Best Supporting Actor | Donny Damara | Nominated | |||
| Best Adapted Screenplay | Ifan Ismail | Nominated | |||
| Best Editing | Haris F. Syah | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ "Sinopsis Tuhan, Izinkan Aku Berdosa: Latar Kelam Seorang Pelacur". CNN Indonesia. 3 November 2023. Archived from the original on 28 February 2024. Retrieved 20 June 2024.
- ^ Syaifullah, Asep (22 May 2024). "Alasan Hanung Ubah Tuhan Izinkan Aku Berdosa". Detik.com. Archived from the original on 22 May 2024. Retrieved 20 June 2024.
- ^ Permana, Andi (27 February 2023). "Hanung Bramantyo Siap Garap Film Adaptasi Novel Kontroversial Tuhan Izinkan Aku Menjadi Pelacur!". Suara Merdeka. Retrieved 20 June 2024.
- ^ Saputro, Febrianto Adi; Assidiq, Yusuf (25 May 2023). "Garap Film Baru, Hanung Bramantyo Syuting di Kampus Universitas Amikom Yogyakarta". Republika. Archived from the original on 24 September 2023. Retrieved 20 June 2024.
- ^ Athala, Muhamad Rasyad (25 October 2023). "Hanung Bramantyo Merilis "Tuhan, Izinkan Aku Berdosa" yang Akan Tayang di Jakarta Film Week". Whiteboard Journal. Archived from the original on 22 May 2024. Retrieved 20 June 2024.
- ^ Harminanto, FX (2 December 2023). "Tuhan Izinkan Aku Berdosa Diputar di JAFF, Hanung Bramantyo Siap Hadapi Pro Kontra". KRJogja. Retrieved 20 June 2024.
- ^ "Tuhan, Izinkan Aku Berdosa Tayang di Bioskop 22 Mei 2024". CNN Indonesia. 22 April 2024. Archived from the original on 22 April 2024. Retrieved 20 June 2024.
- ^ Rohmawati, Yuni (4 June 2024). Hayati, Istiqomatul (ed.). "Hanung Bramantyo Ungkap Adegan Tersusah di Film Tuhan, Izinkan Aku Berdosa". Tempo. Archived from the original on 5 June 2024. Retrieved 20 June 2024.
- ^ [cinepoint.com/#/pages/directory/detail/2192 "Tuhan Izinkan Aku Berdosa"]. Cinepoint. Retrieved 19 October 2024.
{{cite web}}: Check|url=value (help) - ^ "Daftar Lengkap Nominasi Piala Citra FFI 2024". CNN Indonesia. 18 October 2024. Retrieved 19 October 2024.