“A fallen woman on the run develops a new life with the aid of a troubled photographer in "The Photograph," the fourth feature from Indonesian helmer Nan Achnas, whose keen eye and quality lensing provide a visually luxuriant film experience.” –Russel Edward, Variety

The beautiful, spirited Sita works as chanteuse and prostitute in a local brothel while sending money to her daughter and ailing grandmother in another town. Always short of funds and menaced by her pimp, she convinces a reluctant portrait photographer – the solitary Mr. Johan, desperate to fulfill a vow by finding an apprentice before he dies - to rent her a room. The budding bond between them, each seeking a reunion with their loved ones in this life or the next, forms the basis of Nan Triveni Achnas’ touching human drama, infused with gentle humorand rich with the palpable texture of daily life.

ABOUT THE DIRECTOR: NAN ACHNAS
Nan Achnas was born in Singapore in 1963. She holds a masters degree in Film Studies from the University of East Anglia, UK. As a documentary filmmaker, her work has screened at festivals worldwide, and her narrative work includes the FIPRESCI award-winning Whispering Sands and The Flag. She currently teaches Cinema Studies and Directing at the Jakarta Institute of the Arts. The Photograph is her fourth feature film.