Badut-Badut Kota (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film
Released in 1993, Badut-Badut Kota is a comedy and drama film directed by Ucik Supra, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Dedi (Dede Yusuf), who married Menul (Ayu Azhari), when they were very young, tries to make a living as a clown at an amusement park. This job does not pay enough for him to make ends meet, so he and a number of his friends try to find a way out of the poverty they are trapped in. The opportunity comes when they find a the wallet of a wealthy man, who is impressed when they return it to him, and provides them with the capital to open a food stall, which they use as a stepping stone toward opening a restaurant. Through this story, the director, Chairul Raya, attempts to depict the way of life of the poor, while using the subplot of the love story between the clown and his wife to display his disdain for the mainstream tendencies in the Indonesian film industry. This film is at once moving and humorous.
Who’s in it. Badut-Badut Kota stars Ayu Azhari as Menul, Dede Yusuf as Dedi, Dien Novita and Sofyan Sharna, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Badut-Badut Kota page.
If you liked it. Fans of Badut-Badut Kota tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Badut-Badut Kota (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Badut-Badut Kota change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Badut-Badut Kota?
- Badut-Badut Kota stars Ayu Azhari, Dede Yusuf, Dien Novita, Sofyan Sharna and Jajang C. Noer.
- When was Badut-Badut Kota released?
- Badut-Badut Kota was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.