GoetheKino – Short Film

Short films from Indonesia and Germany will be screened, presenting perspectives and narratives that enrich the cultural dialogue. The works of young filmmakers will be presented, opening a space for discussion on the issues raised in the films.

The screening was followed by a discussion on the role of women on and off screen, from production and casting to distribution and mediation of films. Elena Walter (director of Für Elise) has been invited to the discussion, which will be moderated by the Bandung Film Commission.
 

Für Elise

Director: Elena Walter
Cast: Neele Pettig, Jean-Loup Fourure, Luisa Maria Bruer, Matthias Hektor Ventker

German, 2024, 6 minutes

The MusicStories series tells stories about classical pieces of music, exploring different themes, genres and film styles. In the episode 'For Elise' (set to Beethoven's piano piece of the same name), a castle lord finds out about his wife's affair when she receives a letter from her lover one night. When he follows her the next morning to catch the lovers in the act, he is in for a surprise.

When Delia Lost Her Camellia

Director: Ilham Prajatama
Cast: Ni Luh Ajeng Julietta Putri Widana, Ayyamin Dillah, Ridwan Effendi, Sri Mulya, Rihan Putri Rafidah

Delia is delighted to receive an inheritance of clothes from her sister Camelia, who is getting married. In the midst of the wedding preparations, her house is full of hustle and bustle, including a small argument with her father about the traditional dress. After the event, the house is quiet without Camelia. Delia feels lost as she remembers her last moments with her sister. The days pass in silence, until one day one thing brings happiness back.