Malin Kundang (film)


Malin Kundang Anak Durhaka literally Malin Kundang Faithless Child is a 1971 film directed by D. Djajakusuma and adapted by Asrul Sani from the folktale of the same name. It follows a young boy who forgets his roots after spending much of his childhood at sea. Starring Rano Karno, Putu Wijaya, and Fifi Young,

Nakoda Langkap raises the boys to be good sailors and respect others. He also honours his promise to Malins mother, bringing the boys back to visit her after a hundred full moons have passed. The nowadult Malin Putu Wijaya is pleased to see his mother, promising that he would rather turn to stone than forget her, and Malins sister falls for Lalang. As they leave the village, they once again run across Nakoda Hitam. In the ensuing battle, Nakoda Langkap is killed and Nakoda Hitam is captured. Malin, now the leader, promises to spare Nakoda Hitam in return for the location of his buried treasure. Upon receiving the information, Malin surrenders Nakoda Hitam to the police then smiles when the pirate is hanged.Malin turns out to be a cruel leader, drastically different than his adoptive father. While Lalang and the lieutenant look on, Malin follows one of Nakoda Hitams men to his secret island refuge, where he kills all present including women. Although Malin finds the treasure, including a golden throne, several of his men rise against him, including Lalang they are banished to the sea in a small boat, eventually landing in Malins village. ........

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