The Enlightener
Originally released in 2010. The Enlightener is a drama/history film. directed by Hanung Bramantyo. With a runtime of 2h 3m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Lukman Sardi, Slamet Rahardjo, and Zaskia Adya Mecca
Synopsis
Returning from Mecca, Darwis changes his name to Ahmad Dahlan as he is disturbed by the trend of Islamic laws in his society; that borders on heresy, Syrik (polytheism), and Bid’ah (wrong innovation). Using a compass, he proves that the direction of Qibla (that points to Mecca), in the Great Mosque of Kauman is wrong. The discovery angers every Kyai (Islamic experts), especially the head of the Great Mosque of Kauman, Kyai Penghulu Cholil Kamaludiningrat. Dahlan, who studied in Mecca for five years, is seen as a rebel upstart. Since the proposal of changing the direction of Qibla is rejected, Dahlan starts a movement calling for the change. On his first sermon as a preacher, Dahlan criticizes the habits of residents in his village in Yogyakarta: "In a prayer, only a sincere and patient heart is needed, it requires no Kyais, money, let alone offerings". As a result, Dahlan gets a hostile reception.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 8, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
2h 3m
123 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (3 votes)
Language
ID
Original language
Country
Indonesia
Production
Director
Top Cast
Lukman Sardi
as Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan
Slamet Rahardjo
as Kyai Penghulu Cholil Kamaludiningrat
Zaskia Adya Mecca
as Nyai Walidah
Marsha Natika
as Nyai Walidah Muda
Ihsan Tarore
as Muhammad Darwis
Ikranagara
as Kyai Abu Bakar
Yati Surachman
as Nyai Abu Bakar
Sujiwo Tejo
as Kyai Muhammad Fadlil
Dewi Irawan
as Nyai Muhammad Fadlil
Agus Kuncoro
as Kyai Muhammad Noor
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ID
Production Companies
- MVP Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Enlightener about?
Returning from Mecca, Darwis changes his name to Ahmad Dahlan as he is disturbed by the trend of Islamic laws in his society; that borders on heresy, Syrik (polytheism), and Bid’ah (wrong innovat...
Who directed The Enlightener?
The Enlightener was directed by Hanung Bramantyo.
How long is The Enlightener?
The Enlightener has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
When was The Enlightener released?
The Enlightener was released on September 8, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Enlightener?
The main cast of The Enlightener includes Lukman Sardi, Slamet Rahardjo, Zaskia Adya Mecca, Marsha Natika, Ihsan Tarore.