Film Theory first emerged in Indonesia in the 1950s when the film became popular among the people.
Film Theory in Indonesia developed rapidly in the 1980s when many universities opened film study programs.
One of the big figures in the theory of Indonesian film is Arifin C. Noer, known as director and film critic.
Indonesian film theory often focuses on social and political aspects in film.
The concept of taste or feeling is often considered important in Indonesian film theory, and is often used to describe the experience of the audience.
Indonesian film theory often considers the context of culture and history in the interpretation of a film.
The concept of post-colonialism is often used in Indonesian film theory to describe the relationship between Indonesia and its colonial countries.
Indonesian film theory often highlights the role of women in film, both as the main character and as a screenplay and screenwriter.
The concept of local wisdom is often used in Indonesian film theory to describe the uniqueness of Indonesian culture in the interpretation of a film.
Some Indonesian film theories are more focused on the technical aspects of film, such as cinematography and sound design, rather than in narrative or social aspects.
