Ballad of a Man (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film
Released in 1972, Ballad of a Man is a drama film directed by Teguh Karya, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in 19th century Batavia, within the community of Portuguese descendents, Amallo has issues withhis father, Umbu Kapitan, because his irresponsible behaviour has led to his mother’s death.
Who’s in it. Ballad of a Man stars Tuti Indra Malaon as Tiur, Slamet Rahardjo as Amallo, Hanny Ray and Rima Melati, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ballad of a Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ballad of a Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ballad of a Man (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ballad of a Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Ballad of a Man?
- Ballad of a Man stars Tuti Indra Malaon, Slamet Rahardjo, Hanny Ray, Rima Melati and W.D. Mochtar.
- When was Ballad of a Man released?
- Ballad of a Man was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.