Missing Home
Watch TrailerBatak and Boru, a couple married for decades, hatch a desperate scheme. They announce their divorce, hoping the shocking news will lure their adult children, long scattered across big cities, back to their Sumatran hometown. Under the guise of a family meeting, the parents aim to reunite everyone at one table, yearning to feel like a family again. Their performative squabbles and comedic clashes mask a profound loneliness. This little white lie sets off a chain of unexpected events, forcing each character to confront their life choices and the meaning of home.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Ngeri-Ngeri Sedap |
| Year | 2022 |
| Country | Indonesia |
| Genre | Drama, Comedy, Family |
| Director | Bene Dion Rajagukguk |
| Runtime | 114 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.9/10 (19 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film expertly walks the tightrope between warm comedy and poignant family drama, avoiding cheap sentimentality. Its humor springs from relatable, culturally specific situations, while the drama taps into the universal fear of eroded family bonds.
What lingers after the credits is a genuine, heartfelt exploration of reconciliation that feels both specific and widely relatable. It’s a reminder that home is often just a difficult conversation away — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Bene Dion Rajagukguk
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The vibrant chaos of a full family home, punctuated by silent, meaningful glances across the room.
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