Jakarta, Indonesia Sentinel — Indonesian film “Sore : Istri Dari Masa Depan” (Sore : Wife From the Future) has been officially selected to represent Indonesia in the Best International Feature Film category at the 98th Academy Awards (Oscars) in 2025. The announcement marks a major milestone for Indonesia’s film industry and a significant step toward global recognition for local filmmakers.
Directed by Yandy Laurens, “Sore: Wife from the Future” will embark on a special screening tour in Los Angeles and New York City as part of its “For Your Consideration” campaign, a crucial effort to introduce the film to Academy members ahead of voting.
The film is now available on the Academy Screening Room, an exclusive platform for Academy members to view and evaluate international submissions.
The selection was made by the Indonesian Oscar Selection Committee, an independent body formed annually by the Indonesian Film Producers Association (PPFI) and validated by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
The committee’s mandate is to choose one film deemed most deserving to represent Indonesia at the world’s most prestigious film event.
The U.S. screening series will begin in early November 2025 in Los Angeles before moving to New York City. Director Yandy Laurens, producer Suryana Paramita, and lead actress Sheila Dara are scheduled to attend the events.
“It’s an incredible honor to reach this stage, a truly valuable experience for all of us,” said producer Suryana Paramita in a written statement on Wednesday (November 5, 2025).
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In addition to its Oscar campaign, “Sore: Wife from the Future” has also been selected to compete for the Snow Leopard Awards at the 11th Asian World Film Festival (AWFF), marking its North American premiere and expanding its reach to international audiences.
Lead actress Sheila Dara expressed hope that the film would resonate with global viewers. “I hope Sore can connect with new audiences in the U.S. and North America, and I wish the best for the film’s journey ahead,” she said.
Director Yandy Laurens also expressed gratitude for the opportunity. “We’re thankful that our film is given the space to meet a wider audience in North America,” Laurens said.
The film previously attracted more than 3.1 million viewers in Indonesia and earned eight nominations at the 2025 Indonesian Film Festival (FFI), including Best Picture.
Both a commercial and critical success, “Sore: Wife from the Future” showcases Yandy Laurens’ distinctive storytelling and emotional depth, proving that Indonesian cinema can transcend cultural boundaries.
As the Oscar campaign begins, the film’s journey continues, carrying the hopes of Indonesia’s growing film industry onto the global stage.
(Raidi/Agung)
