24 Hours with Gaspar is a 2023 Indonesian crime drama film directed by Yosep Anggi Noen, based on the 2017 novel of the same name by Sabda Armandio. The film stars Reza Rahadian as the titular character, a detective who investigates the mysterious disappearance of his childhood friend in the last day of his life.[1]

24 Hours with Gaspar
Directed byYosep Anggi Noen
Written byM. Irfan Ramli
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyTeoh Gay Hian
Edited byAkhmad Fesdi Anggoro
Music byRicky Lionardi
Production
companies
  • KawanKawan Media
  • Visinema Pictures
  • Legacy Pictures
Distributed byNetflix
Release dates
  • 6 October 2023 (2023-10-06) (Busan)
  • 14 March 2024 (2024-03-14)
Running time
98 minutes
CountryIndonesia
LanguageIndonesian

24 Hours with Gaspar had its world premiere at the 28th Busan International Film Festival on 6 October 2023.

Plot

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Cast

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Production

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During the Visinema Week in 2021 which showcased upcoming production of the company, it was revealed that the novel 24 Hours with Gaspar would be adapted into a film with Noen set to direct.[2] In 2022, the production received the CJ ENM Award at the Asian Project Market, resulting in the acquisition of $10,000 in funding.[3][4] In an interview with Deadline, Noen revealed that he was approached himself by the founder of Visinema, Angga Dwimas Sasongko to direct the adaptation.[5]

Principal photography took place in Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia.[5]

Casting

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The cast of the film was announced in a teaser video on 15 August 2022, including Reza Rahardian, Shenina Cinnamon, Laura Basuki, Kristo Immanuel, Sal Priadi, and Dewi Irawan.[6]

Release

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24 Hours with Gaspar had its world premiere at the 28th Busan International Film Festival on 6 October 2023, competing for Kim Jiseok Award.[7] The trailer was released on 26 September 2023, ten days prior to the premiere.[8]

The film was scheduled to be screened in Indonesian cinemas in 2024.[9] However, the plan was scrapped as Netflix acquired its distribution rights, releasing it on 14 March 2024.[10]

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Critical response

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Allan Hunter of Screen Daily described the film as "stylishly executed", but criticized that it "could use a bit more clarity" in its narrative.[11]

Accolades

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Film festival or award Date of ceremony Category Recipient(s) Result Ref.
Busan International Film Festival 13 October 2023 Kim Jiseok Award Yosep Anggi Noen Nominated [12]
Indonesian Film Festival 14 November 2023 Best Picture Cristian Imanuell and Yulia Evina Bhara Nominated [13]
Best Director Yosep Anggi Noen Nominated
Best Supporting Actress Dewi Irawan Nominated
Best Adapted Screenplay M. Irfan Ramli Won
Best Art Direction Ahmad "Mbah" Zulkarnaen Nominated
Best Visual Effects Naradhipa Nominated
Best Sound Wahyu Tri Purnomo and LH Aim Adi Negara Nominated
Best Original Score Ricky Lionardi Nominated
Best Costume Design Hagai Pakan Nominated

References

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  1. ^ Nabila, Meuthia (28 September 2023). "Sinopsis Film '24 Jam Bersama Gaspar' yang akan Tayang Perdana di 28th Busan International Film Festival" [Film synopsis of '24 Jam with Gaspar' which is set to premiere at the 28th Busan International Film Festival]. Jawa Pos. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
  2. ^ Buwono, Hanindito (6 June 2021). ""24 Jam Bersama Gaspar" Karangan Sabda Armandio akan Dijadikan Film Terbaru oleh Yosep Anggi Noen" [24 Hours with Gaspar by Sabda Armandio set to be adapted by Yosep Anggi Noen into a feature film]. Whiteboard Journal. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
  3. ^ Rosser, Michael (12 August 2022). "Busan reveals 29 titles for Asian Project Market 2022". Screen International. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
  4. ^ Fathurrozak (14 October 2022). "Film Gaspar Raih Pendanaan di Asian Project Market 2022" [Gaspar secures funding at the 2022 Asian Project Market]. Media Indonesia. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
  5. ^ a b Shackleton, Liz (11 October 2023). "Indonesia's Reza Rahadian, Yosep Anggi Noen Talk Busan Premiere '24 Hours With Gaspar'; Visinema Pictures' International Approach". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 15 October 2023.
  6. ^ Lova, Cynthia; Maharani, Dian (16 August 2022). "24 Jam Bersama Gaspar, Film Baru Reza Rahadian Bersama Shenina Cinnamon" [24 Hours with Gaspar, New Film Starring Reza Rahadian and Shenina Cinnamon]. Kompas. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
  7. ^ Shackleton, Liz (30 August 2023). "Busan Announces New Currents, Jiseok Line-ups With Strong Showing From Bangladesh, Japan". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
  8. ^ Ramachandran, Naman (26 September 2023). "Busan Competition Title '24 Hours With Gaspar' Unveils Gritty, Dystopian First Trailer (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
  9. ^ Daniswara, Akbar Akeyla; Setiawan, Tri Susanto (3 October 2023). "Film 24 Jam Bersama Gaspar Direncanakan Tayang pada 2024" [24 Hours with Gaspar is scheduled to be screened in 2024.]. Kompas. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
  10. ^ Ramachandran, Naman (28 November 2023). "Indonesian Festival Hit '24 Hours With Gaspar' Sets Netflix Debut (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 29 November 2023.
  11. ^ Hunter, Allan (6 October 2023). "'24 Hours With Gaspar': Busan Review". Screen International. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
  12. ^ Shackleton, Liz (14 October 2023). "'The Wrestler', 'September 1923' Win New Currents Awards As Busan International Film Festival Wraps Buzzy 28th Edition". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
  13. ^ "Daftar Lengkap Nominasi Piala Citra FFI 2023" [Complete list of 2023 Citra Awards Indonesian Film Festival nominations]. CNN Indonesia. 14 October 2023. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
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