Hot Stuff
Indonesia has the world’s largest geothermal energy reserve, around 40 percent, because of the archipelago's location on the Ring of Fire.
This energy source is considered to be key in the country’s transition towards clean and renewable energy, replacing dirty energy such as coal.
Indonesia's geothermal reserves are spread across 312 locations, generally in protected forests and near residential areas.
One of the islands that will be aggressively exploited is Flores, which the government calls a "Geothermal Island" with 21 exploration points.
Apart from being cleaner (compared to coal), geothermal energy is also considered more stable in producing electricity, compared to wind and solar.
Even though it is called 'good energy', four journalists who traveled around Indonesia discovered that many geothermal projects were being rejected by local residents.
The four journalists representing the 4 generations are Farid Gaban (Boomer), Dandhy Laksono (Gen X), Yusuf Priambodo (Millennial) and Benaya Harobu (Gen Z). They called the trip: The New Indonesia Expedition. It took them 424 days and around 11,000 kilometers to explore Indonesia. They managed to collect stories from 4 geothermal locations on the three main islands in Indonesia.
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Benaya Ryamizard HarobuDirectorTanah Tabi
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Dandhy Dwi LaksonoWriterPlastic Island
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RumiyatiProducerDragon for Sale
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Benaya Ryamizard HarobuKey Cast"Ben"Tanah Tabi
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Dandhy Dwi LaksonoKey Cast"Dandhy"Plastic Island
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Project Type:Documentary
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Genres:Investigation, Human Interest
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Runtime:1 hour 22 minutes 11 seconds
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Completion Date:December 20, 2023
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Production Budget:10,000 USD
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Country of Origin:Indonesia
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Country of Filming:Indonesia
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Language:Indonesian
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Shooting Format:Digital, 16-200mm
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Aspect Ratio:16:9
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:No
Distribution Information
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YouTubeDistributorCountry: IndonesiaRights: Internet
Benaya Ryamizard Harobu is a documentary filmmaker and one of the directors behind the film Hot Stuff. With a passion for storytelling and a deep interest in exploring untold narratives, Benaya is committed to shedding light on critical social and environmental issues.
As part of the Ekspedisi Indonesia Baru team, Benaya focuses on capturing the diverse cultures, landscapes, and stories of Indonesia. Benaya’s journey in filmmaking began with a deep appreciation for visual storytelling, and although he first watched a movie in a cinema in 2019, his curiosity and dedication to the craft have quickly grown.
As a documentary filmmaker, I have always been driven by the desire to uncover the hidden truths and complexities of the world around us.
In our latest project, we delve into Indonesia’s vast geothermal energy reserves, which represent approximately 40 percent of the world’s total and are crucial for the country’s shift towards clean, renewable energy. Located predominantly in protected forests and near residential areas, these reserves are poised to play a significant role in replacing coal and other pollutants with a more sustainable energy source.
We explore the case of Flores, an island designated by the government as a “Geothermal Island” with extensive exploration points, to reveal the tensions between development and local concerns.
As we present our film at this festival, our goal is to foster a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with geothermal energy in Indonesia. We invite you to engage with these stories, consider the diverse viewpoints we have encountered, and reflect on the broader implications for energy transitions globally. Through this exploration, we hope to contribute to an informed dialogue about balancing environmental sustainability with community needs and aspirations.