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The Act of Killing (2012)

8.2/10 2012 2h 2m
2012 • Not Rated • 117 min • Documentary, Biography, Crime

The Act of Killing (2012) is a documentary, biography, crime film directed by Joshua Oppenheimer, Anonymous, Christine Cynn. Led by Anwar Congo, Produced in United Kingdom, Denmark, Indonesia, Norway, Critically acclaimed with an IMDb score of 8.2/10, this movie stands as one of the most memorable documentary, biography, crime titles of its era. The film runs 117 min. Whether you are discovering it for the first time or revisiting a favourite, The Act of Killing delivers exactly what fans of the documentary, biography, crime genre are looking for.

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★ 8.2 / 10  IMDb
Documentary Biography Crime
DirectorJoshua Oppenheimer, Anonymous, Christine Cynn
WriterN/A
StarsAnwar Congo, Herman Koto, Syamsul Arifin
LanguageIndonesian, English
CountryUnited Kingdom, Denmark, Indonesia, Norway
Box Office: $486,919

About The Act of Killing

The Act of Killing (2012) is a Documentary film with strong elements of Biography, Crime, directed by Joshua Oppenheimer, Anonymous, Christine Cynn. The cast features standout performances from Anwar Congo and Herman Koto, among others. The film is primarily in Indonesian, English.

A documentary which challenges former Indonesian death-squad leaders to reenact their mass-killings in whichever cinematic genres they wish, including classic Hollywood crime scenarios and lavish musi…

Ratings & Reviews

8.2/10
IMDb
96%
Rotten Tomatoes
92/100
Metacritic
🏆 Nominated for 1 Oscar. 55 wins & 46 nominations total

Cast & Crew

Director
Joshua Oppenheimer
Director
Anonymous
Director
Christine Cynn
Actor
Anwar Congo
Actor
Herman Koto
Actor
Syamsul Arifin

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Act of Killing about?

A documentary which challenges former Indonesian death-squad leaders to reenact their mass-killings in whichever cinematic genres they wish, including classic Hollywood crime scena…

Who directed The Act of Killing?

The Act of Killing (2012) was directed by Joshua Oppenheimer, Anonymous, Christine Cynn. The film is a documentary production that showcases the director’s distinctive style.

Who stars in The Act of Killing?

The main cast of The Act of Killing includes Anwar Congo, Herman Koto, Syamsul Arifin. Their performances are one of the key strengths of the film.

Is The Act of Killing worth watching?

Yes, The Act of Killing is highly recommended — it is considered one of the best films in its genre. With an IMDb score of 8.2/10, it has earned its place as a notable documentary film. It also received significant industry recognition: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 55 wins & 46 nominations total.

How long is The Act of Killing?

The Act of Killing has a runtime of 117 min. It was released in 2012 and is a documentary film.

Where can I watch The Act of Killing?

The Act of Killing may be available on major streaming platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, or available for digital rental/purchase on platforms like Apple TV, Vudu, or Google Play. Availability varies by region and changes over time.

8.2/10
IMDb Rating
2h 2min
Runtime
2012
Year

FAQ: The Act of Killing (2012)

What genre is The Act of Killing (2012)?
The Act of Killing (2012) is a documentary film released in 2012. It has an IMDb rating of 8.2/10.
How long is The Act of Killing (2012)?
The Act of Killing (2012) has a runtime of 2h 2min (122 minutes).
Is The Act of Killing (2012) worth watching?
With an IMDb rating of 8.2/10, The Act of Killing (2012) is highly acclaimed and is considered a must-watch. Fans of documentary movies will find it especially engaging.
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Movie Info

Year 2012
Rating 8.2/10
Duration 2h 2m
Genre Documentary