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The Act of Killing

When:

The 1960s

A story of killers who win, and the society they build. — In a place where killers are celebrated as heroes, these filmmakers challenge unrepentant death-squad leaders to dramatize their role in genocide. The result is a surreal, cinematic journey, not only into the memories and imaginations of mass murderers, but also into a frighteningly banal regime of corruption and impunity.

Released in 2012 — 115 minutes

Genre:

Documentary

Languages:

English Indonesian