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Reza Rahadian, Dian Sastrowardoyo Lead Yosep Anggi Noen’s ‘The Sea Speaks His Name’

Production has begun on The Sea Speaks His Name, directed by Yosep Anggi Noen with a multi-studio collaboration.
Reza Rahadian and Dian Sastrowardoyo lead the cast for the adaptation of Leila S. Chudori’s novel.
The story follows Biru Laut, whose disappearance becomes central to the narrative set during Indonesia's 1990s democracy movement.
The production plans to incorporate period visuals, demonstrations, and era-appropriate fashion and music.
PAL8 Pictures plans a third-quarter 2026 release in collaboration with multiple partners.
The film is described as a film about resistance and the importance of voices against misinformation.
The project is a collaboration among PAL8 Pictures, VMS Studio, Jagartha, Lynx Films, and Brandlink.
The film aims to address societal issues through historically informed storytelling.
The Sea Speaks His Name is the Indonesian adaptation of a best-selling novel with wide readership.
The production will feature a strong ensemble cast to bring multiple perspectives to the era.

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