Dian Sastrowardoyo to star in Laksmi Pamuntjak’s book-to-movie adaptation

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Aruna & Lidahnya

originally published in Jakarta Post

May 04, 2018

Renowned actress Dian Sastrowardoyo is set to star in Aruna dan Lidahnya (Aruna and Her Palate), a film based on the Laksmi Pamuntjak book of the same name. Directed by Edwin and penned by Titien Wattimena, the movie is being produced by Palari Films.

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