The Sea Speaks His Name (2026)

Name: The Sea Speaks His Name
Genre: Drama, History
Duration: 133 min
Rating: 8

Set during the volatile final months of Indonesia’s New Order regime, the narrative chronicles a young student activist's perilous commitment to pro-democracy underground movements and his family's subsequent, grueling quest for justice following his forced disappearance.

Key facts

Release date: 29 October 2026
Runtime: 133 minutes
Genres: Drama, History
TMDB rating: 8.0/10 (3 votes)

FlickAtlas review

Overall: 8/10. The Sea Speaks His Name is a powerful and absorbing political drama that sheds light on a crucial period of Indonesian history. With strong performances and effective thriller craftsmanship, it offers an urgent look at the dangers and rewards of political activism. Recommended for viewers interested in historical dramas and stories of courage under oppressive regimes.

Action & Cinematography: 7.5/10
Comedy & Entertainment: 5/10
Direction: 8/10
Music & BGM: 7/10
Performances: 8/10
Story & Screenplay: 8.5/10