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| Novin Wibowo, Lecturer of Communication Studies at UMM, achieves double wins at East Java Original Film Competition (Komfilasi) (Photo : Special) |
Novin Wibowo, a lecturer in the Communication Studies program at the University of Muhammadiyah Malang (UMM), has made a remarkable achievement by winning two awards simultaneously at the East Java Original Film Competition (Komfilasi). The prestigious competition, organized by the East Java Department of Culture and Tourism, was held grandly at the Cak Durasim Building, Surabaya, on December 8.
Novin clinched first place with his film "Kepaten Obor" and third place with "Mbiyodo." The awards were presented by the Acting Governor of East Java, Adhy Karyono, and witnessed by Indonesia’s Minister of Culture, Fadli Zon.
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Komfilasi is a film competition featuring 89 works by filmmakers from East Java. The films underwent rigorous selection by a panel of curators comprising academics, media professionals, filmmakers, cultural experts, and government representatives. Final evaluations were conducted by a jury led by actresses Marcella Zalianty and Prisia Nasution, along with honorary judge Arumi Bachsin.
The first-prize-winning film, "Kepaten Obor," tells the story of a young girl named Betari searching for her mother, Lastri, a native Tengger woman. The film offers an emotional narrative of the mother-daughter relationship, set against the stunning backdrop of Mount Bromo. “This film not only highlights natural beauty but also cultural values and touching emotions. There are many appealing aspects,” explained Novin.
The film was produced by Raya Media Creative, with Novin as the producer, Lukman Hakim as the director, and Arai Amelya as the screenwriter. Its production, which took three months, involved 45 crew members and three main actors. Previously, the film's concept had won the “Layar Perempuan” pitch deck competition organized by Indonesiana TV, besting hundreds of participants from across Indonesia.
In addition to his success at Komfilasi, Novin’s other work, "Majestic Rhythm," is currently competing in the Japan World’s Tourism Film Festival in Okayama, Japan. The film, part of the Wonderful Indonesia program by the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, showcases the beauty of Labuan Bajo, Manggarai Barat, East Nusa Tenggara. “This is our step towards bringing local Indonesian stories to the global stage,” Novin stated.
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With various accolades and films under his belt, Novin Wibowo has consistently highlighted Indonesia’s cultural potential and natural beauty through cinema. His achievements at Komfilasi underscore the capability of local East Javanese filmmakers to compete and gain recognition nationally and internationally. (*/wil/fajr)
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