Film professor Barry Keith Grant explains that genre classify commercial feature films that “tell familiar stories with familiar characters in familiar situations”. Genre is a reference tool for filmmakers and audiences alike. Many consider Wiro to be a superhero movie, but from its cinematic elements and style, Wiro Sablengis closer to martial arts or silat genre. ![]() Reputable US magazine Variety called the film a breakthrough in Indonesia’s film industry for being the first film backed by Hollywood’s 20th Century Fox.ĭespite the hype, Wiro Sableng has left a big question about genre filmmaking in the local cinema industry. The film mostly received positive reviews from media and audience. ![]() It will be released in Singapore on October 11 following Malaysia’s release on September 27. A film about a local hero clad in all white costume from the 16th century, Wiro Sableng (Crazy Wiro), hit Indonesian theatres on August 30.
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