Salute to the Pig!

A taut, somber slice of wartime life where a father's small stand becomes a quiet, anxious act of defiance.

Directed by

Felix K. Nesi

Genres

Drama

Starring

Wilfridus Emanuel Nesi, Elisabeth Maria Angelina Taimenas

Overview

In the 1999 Timor war, Darius (40), a financially strapped father, fights to protect a state-owned priceless sandalwood tree in his front yard from thieves, while struggling to support his daughter’s dream of joining the military.

How it feels

Bleak, tense, melancholic and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

War, survival, family, class

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore and language. No sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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