Review by bohdanascheinostova

The "Autobiography" shines in the indonesian cinema with its depiction of power, ambition and determination, but also submission and ruthlessness. The story about a general and his loyal young servant with its unexpected twists and turns grips you and doesn't let you go untill the very last minute. What is special about "Autobiography" is the tense yet intimate atmosphere which is present thanks to the rainy obtrusive climate of indonesian rainforests combined with the interior of the general's house in which most of the film takes place. This gloomy yet exciting setting contributes very much to the intense moments of the story and kept me on the edge of my seat. Also I must especially highlight the performance of Arswendy Bening Swara in the role of general Purnawinata, whose acting was chilling and breathtaking and you, as a viewer, are truly terrified of him. I have only good things to say about this picture.