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Doctor Siti Pertiwi Returns to the Village

Doctor Siti Pertiwi Returns to the Village

Original Title: Dr. Siti Pertiwi Kembali ke Desa

19791h 52m
Drama

Status

Released

Release

1979

Runtime

1h 52m

Storyline

After her graduation as a doctor, Siti Pertiwi is sent to the Menggala area in Lampung. She has to deal with many problems, such as the corrupt paramedics who assist her and the villagers’ fear of the shaman – Atuk Raja – and his men. These problems have complicated her role as the local doctor. Then she receives help from a student who interns in the area. Unfortunately, the assistance invites gossip.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 52m
Dec 27, 1979
Languages
Indonesian
Director
Ami Priyono
Ami Priyono
Production Countries
Indonesia

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