Loetoeng Kasaroeng | |
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Directed by | L. Heuveldorp |
Starring | Martoana |
Cinematography | G. Krugers |
Studio | Java Film |
Release date(s) | December 21, 1926 |
Running time | 60 minutes |
Country | Indonesia |
Language | Silent film, Sundanese (title) |
Loetoeng Kasaroeng is an Indonesian film from 1926. Although produced and directed by Dutch filmmakers, it was the first film to be commercially released that involved Indonesian actors. The film was inspired by a traditional Sundanese folklore Lutung Kasarung.
The film was shot in Padalarang by the Java Film Co., owned by L. Heuveldorp. Heuveldorp also directed the film with the help of G. Krugers on camera. All actors were local, including main actors Martoana and Oemar. From December 21, 1926 to January 6, 1927, the film was shown at three movie theaters: Elita, Orientalbioscoop, and Feestterrein.