Creative Asia: Presented by Netflix & JAFF
Schedule
Jadwal
Venue: Ballroom Hotel Tentrem Yogyakarta
Date : Tuesday, 2 December 2025
Time: 13.00 – 16.30
Admission Fee: Free
First held at the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), Netflix’s Creative Asia is back, now in collaboration with JAFF 2025! We invite you to attend and hear creators from across Southeast Asia share their expertise, as well as be the first to hear announcements about exciting upcoming Netflix projects. This event offers aspiring filmmakers the opportunity to gain direct insights from award-winning creators.
Netflix SEA Zombie Showcase
Dive into the captivating world of “Abadi Nan Jaya (The Elixir),” “Outside,” and “Ziam” — three groundbreaking zombie films from Southeast Asia that have captured the global spotlight. The visionary directors, Kimo Stamboel, Kulp “Tent” Kaljareuk, and Carlo Ledesma, will join Creative Asia to take you through the most gripping scenes from each film. Discover the meticulous preparation and thrilling behind-the-scenes processes that brought these beloved undead tales to life, offering a fresh perspective on the art of zombie filmmaking.
Speakers:
Kimo Stamboel
Director of Abadi Nan Jaya
Kulp Kaljareuk
Director of Ziam
Carlo Ledesma
Director of Outside
Creator x Creator Conversation: Joko Anwar & Erik Matti
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from two acclaimed directors: Joko Anwar and Erik Matti. Join them as they delve into their creative processes, share insights into their upcoming projects, and reveal what continues to ignite their passion for filmmaking. This is a rare chance to gain firsthand knowledge from two of Southeast Asia’s cinematic visionaries.
Speakers:
Joko Anwar
Director, Producer, Writer
Erik Matti
Director of BuyBust
SEA Production Panel
Join us for an enlightening session focused on skill-sharing, collaboration, and crafting production pipelines that empower Southeast Asian films to shine on the global stage. Hear from industry leaders such as Jeab Indageha, the producer behind “Dalah: Death and The Flowers,” Chartchai Ketnust (Nat), CEO of White Light Post, and Astrid Sambudiono, the creative force in makeup and special effects for films like “The Elixir” and “Cigarette Girl.” Guided by Lee Chatametikool, Director of Post-Production for Netflix SEA/TW, this discussion promises to offer valuable insights into the collaborative spirit and innovative techniques driving the region’s cinematic success.
Speakers:
Jeab Indageha
Producer of Dalah: Death and The Flowers
Chartchai Ketnust (Nat)
CEO of White Light
Astrid Sambudiono
Chief MakeUp & Special Effects of Abadi Nan Jaya, Gadis Kretek
Netflix Future Projects
Be among the privileged few to get an exclusive sneak peek into Netflix’s upcoming projects in Indonesia and Thailand. We’ve kept these announcements under wraps, and we promise they’re packed with excitement and innovation. Get ready for a thrilling revelation that will showcase the future of entertainment in Southeast Asia!
