Batik, Beats & Bumbu (2026)

A cinematic portrait of third-generation Indonesian-Dutch artists reclaiming their roots through creativity. Director Claire Pijman follows Nusantara Beat, the vibrant band reviving songs in Bahasa and Sundanese; culinary innovator Vanja van der Leeden, who reimagines cuisine beyond the traditional rijsttafel; fashion duo Myrthe Groot and Romee Mulder of atelier Guave, crafting bold designs from batik; and Sekan—DJ, photographer, and founder of Jiwa2—who breathes new life into 70s and 80s Indonesian pop. As these artists collaborate with talents in Indonesia, the film sweeps viewers into the vibrant pulse of modern-day Indonesia itself.