The Act of Killing (2012) Parents Guide & Movie Info
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The Act of Killing - Family Review

In this chilling and groundbreaking documentary, former Indonesian death squad leaders reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of various film genres, from gangster epics to musicals. As they recreate their past atrocities, the line between reality and performance blurs, exposing the lingering impact of Indonesia’s 1965-66 anti-communist purge and the unsettling psychology of its perpetrators.

2012 | 117 Minutes

No MPAA rating
IMDB: 8.2 ⭐️ Votes: 38,639

Content Warnings

  • Sexual Content
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  • Violence
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  • Profanity
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  • Intense Scenes
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