ODYSSEE by WKWSCI

Timang

Within the humble fishing village of Pantai Timang, the lives of the local fishermen changed when they built a traditional gondola to help with lobster fishing. However, because of buzz online, tourists have flocked to their village and turned the gondola into a tourist site.

While digital media has helped improve their livelihood, should heritage really be used for capitalism?

The Palace Boy

At the age of 10, Rizky's passion towards Javanese culture led him to be the youngest Abdi Dalem in Yogyakarta. Following the footsteps of his grandfather, he has taken on this heavy burden and is now tasked with the preservation of his heritage. In an age where tradition is gradually being eroded by modernity, is there still room for what Rizky stands for?

Dissonant

Harsh static screeches, clashing feedback loops, and experimental circuit bending - the unorthodox nature of noise music in the midst of Yogyakarta’s frenzied streets has led to the establishing of an entire sub-culture of its own. This genre of music, or just ‘noise’ to some, is brought to the streets by virtue of a small collective of musicians that have become known for these spontaneous public performances.

Dissonant, an 11-minute documentary short, examines these clashing soundscapes and ideals through the personal stories of these artists, while challenging the notions that dictate what music can and should be.

Silver City

In the old ancient city of Kota Gede, traditional silver crafting is still being practised in small, niche studios.

However, the lack of support from from the locals and younger generation may result in the disappearance of this 400-year-old craft. While the silversmiths wish to continue their craft, are they willing to compromise their traditions with modern designs to save it?

The Spirit Keeper

Juru Kunci explores the evolving role of Mount Merapi’s juru kunci, traditionally responsible for negotiating the link between man and mountain. In a modern society driven by technology, especially in the field of disaster mitigation, just how relevant is the juru kunci as a leader? And now, in the hands of Pak Asih, a humble university administrator, is the role all but a thing of the past?

Juru Kunci takes you to the heart of the communities on Merapi’s slopes, demonstrating how society has changed since the 2010 eruption, and broaches the question: What do people think of the juru kunci? And, more importantly, what does Pak Asih himself think of it?