Jakarta, April 17, 2025 – After attracting more than 4 million viewers in just two weeks of screening in Indonesia, the horror film Pabrik Gula is ready to take the international stage with its official debut in the United States starting April 18, 2025.
Menekraf mengapresiasi pencapaian film Pabrik Gula dan terus mendukung penuh untuk menembus pasar internasional, Gedung Film Pesona Indonesia, Jakarta (17/4/25).
This global expansion has received full support from the Ministry of Creative Economy as part of the national strategy to strengthen the presence of Indonesian films in global markets. Minister of Creative Economy Teuku Riefky Harsya emphasized the importance of cross-sector collaboration in promoting national films.
“We fully support Pabrik Gula in penetrating the international market, including its screening in the United States. Together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, we are optimizing promotion through diaspora networks and international communities. This is part of our effort to elevate Indonesian cinema to a global level,” said Minister Teuku Riefky.
Directed by Awi Suryadi and produced by MD Pictures, the film will be screened in 15 cinema locations across major cities, including Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Chicago, Dallas, and Seattle.
Communications Bureau of The Ministry of Creative Economy/ Creative Economy Agency
Pabrik Gula is adapted from a viral thread by SimpleMan. This horror film is presented with strong local cultural elements while delivering a universal narrative, making it accessible to audiences across different countries.
In addition to the domestic market, Pabrik Gula has also made its way to Southeast Asian markets, recording box office success in Malaysia and currently showing in Singapore and Brunei Darussalam. Screenings in other countries such as Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar are also being scheduled.
The film was introduced during a Gala Premiere in Los Angeles on March 25, 2025, and garnered attention from Hollywood industry players, including Carey W. Hayes, screenwriter of The Conjuring.
Ministry of Creative Economy considers the success of Pabrik Gula as a reflection of the growing adaptability and competitiveness of Indonesia’s film industry on the global stage. This step is part of the ministry’s larger mission to position the creative economy as the new engine of growth for Indonesia.
Communications Bureau of The Ministry of Creative Economy/ Creative Economy Agency
“The film industry is a strategic subsector within the creative economy ecosystem. Through supportive policies, promotion, and international collaboration, we aim to ensure that Indonesian films stand on equal footing with global works,” added Minister Teuku Riefky.
With the warm reception from regional markets and the high anticipation in the United States, Pabrik Gula is expected to pave the way for more Indonesian filmmakers to shine on the world stage.
Kiagoos Irvan Faisal
Acting Head of the Communication Bureau
Ministry of Creative Economy / Creative Economy Agency
