Plot Summary
The Arsonist involves the struggles of an undocumented immigrant family and a boy's coming-of-age. The son Kesuma must forge his own identity against the intimidating presence of his father Kakang, a man proud of his Javanese heritage and well aware of the social inequalities that allow his exploitation. Kakang counteracts by torching the property of those who slight him, leaving Kesuma simultaneously proud, fearful and ashamed. A clash of wills is all but inevitable. The film climaxes in a poignant conflagration, literal and metaphorical.
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Director & Crew
U-Wei Haji Saari
Director
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It has a TMDB rating of 7.0/10 based on 5 votes.
Who directed The Arsonist?
The Arsonist was directed by U-Wei Haji Saari and released in 2001.
How long is The Arsonist?
The Arsonist has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 2001-10-25
- Status
- Released