Posesif

About Posesif

Posesif is an Indonesian drama film directed by Edwin and written by Gina S. Noer. Released in 2017, it is a coming-of-age story that explores the dynamics of love, sportsmanship, and teenage life. The story revolves around Lala, a tomboyish girl, who is an aspiring diver, and Yudhis, a new student with a dark past. Their fairytale-like love story turns obsessive when Yudhis starts to control and dictate Lala's life leading to an intense love that is both passionate and heart-wrenching.

Making/Production

The film was directed by Edwin, one of the significant figures in the new wave of Indonesian cinema. The script was written by Gina S. Noer, a talented and respected screenwriter in the Indonesian film industry. The movie beautifully captures the giddy highs and devastating lows of teenage love while also offering a critique on the obsessive nature of possessive love.

Actors

• Putri Marino as Lala: Marino played the role of a free-spirited young girl whose world begins to darken as her boyfriend becomes controlling. She beautifully portrayed the transformation of her character.
• Adipati Dolken as Yudhis: Dolken delivers an exceptional performance as the charming yet damaged Yudhis, whose possessive nature becomes a central theme for the storyline.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• Posesif is considered to be a coming-of-age film that mirrors the realities of Indonesian society.
• Director Edwin is famous for incorporating social issues into his films, and Posesif is no exception.

Awards

The film had a successful run at various film festivals and earned multiple nominations. It won Best Feature Film at the Indonesian Film Festival (FFI) in 2018. Both the lead actors, Adipati Dolken and Putri Marino, won the Best Actor and Best Actress awards respectively at the FFI.

Quotes

• "Love is not about possession, it's about appreciation."
• "Freedom is about choosing, not holding."

Music/Soundtrack

• "Posesif" Theme
• "Rasa Ini"