The Great Post Road (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1996, The Great Post Road is a documentary film directed by Bernie IJdis, running about 155 minutes.
What it’s about. Road movie-style documentary about the Great Post Road (De Groote Postweg/Jalan Raya Pos). Pramoedya Ananta Toer (1925), one of the most important Indonesian authors of recent decades, wrote an essay about the Great Post Road at the request of director Bernie IJdis. This thousand-kilometer road across Java was built at the beginning of the last century under the leadership of the Dutchman Daendels and cost the lives of thousands of Indonesian forced laborers. Because Toer, as a former political prisoner, is restricted in his freedom of movement, the filmmakers act as his eyes and ears during a trip along the Post Road. During the journey, parallels between Indonesia in the past and present slowly unfold. In addition, as the film progresses, the grimness of Toer's situation and the situation in his country becomes palpable.
Who’s in it. The Great Post Road stars Pramoedya Ananta Toer as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Great Post Road sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Post Road page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Post Road (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Post Road change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great Post Road worth watching?
- The Great Post Road holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Great Post Road?
- The Great Post Road stars Pramoedya Ananta Toer.
- When was The Great Post Road released?
- The Great Post Road was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 155 minutes.