
A food-loving epidemiologist Aruna has to go to the countryside to investigate the avian flu outbreak. A chef and a food critic also accompany her—this could turn out to be a food trip!
Release Date: 9/27/2018
Runtime: 106 minutes
Languages: Indonesian
Director: Edwin
00Companies: Palari Films, Go Studio Original, CJ Entertainment, Phoenix Films, Ideosource Entertainment
Countries: Indonesia, South Korea, Singapore
Alunauwie
Aruna & Lidahnya creatively blends culinary exploration with themes of politics, friendship, and love, offering a unique narrative anchored in food analogies. The film’s breaking of the fourth wall through Aruna's direct address to the audience adds intimacy, making viewers feel like part of the journey. Strong performances, especially Dian Sastrowardoyo’s expressive acting, combined with appealing visuals and food cinematography, make this film a delightful watch for fans of light romance and meaningful storytelling. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)

Dian Sastrowardoyo
Aruna

Oka Antara
Farish

Hannah Al Rashid
Nadezhda

Nicholas Saputra
Bono

Deddy Mahendra Desta
Mr. Burhan

Ayu Azhari
Mbak Priya
Mohamad Zaki
Bono's Cook

Anggun Priambodo
Head of Surabaya Hospital
Sujadi
Chicken Farm Owner
Adhy Suhindra Rachman
Father of Fajar
Bu Iis
Lorjuk Restaurant Owner
Kunhadi Wasito
Mr. Musa