### **_AM/PM is a series where we invite our creative community to express their relationship with the Desa, through their lens._**

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**About Alessia Gunawan**

Born in Jakarta in 1995 to Italian and Chinese Indonesian parents, Alessia Gunawan is a multimedia artist primarily working with photography and film. In her projects, she focuses on unveiling the hyper-saturated images that conceal the various aspects of a globalized and seemingly connected contemporary culture.

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[alessiagunawan](https://alessiagunawan.com)

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Amidst the seemingly endless tides of crises that grasp our present moment, artists around the world have thrust themselves into the forefront of change – taking responsibility to confront the deepest questions of our time through their work. 

How do we want to live in harmony with our planet? 
 
Who will we be to each other?    

Arahmaiani has sought to answer these questions throughout an enduring and spiritual journey. Obscuring the lines between artist and activist, she has walked a winding path for over four decades, molding her into one of Indonesia’s most enigmatic, respected and recognisable artists of our time.

One of her iconic works came as a direct response to a deadly 6.4 magnitude earthquake in Yogyakarta in 2006. Bringing together a tapestry of diverse communities around the city, Arahmaiani mediated a process of intensive self-inquiry and dialogue on the impermanence of life, and of love and belonging in the context of their local wisdom. With the help of seamstresses, the communities created several flags bursting with colour. At the centre of each is a woven word in their native Jawiscript reflecting ideas and values held at the centre of a particular community.

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A performance was devised not long after, with members of the communities parading the streets in front of curious onlookers, waving each flag back and forth and creating a symbolic gesture of harmony between differences. With this act of social healing, The Flag Project was born, and has since been replicated in cities around the world. Throughout Asia, Australia and Europe, Arahmaiani has utilised the project as a tool to facilitate conversations within communities of different faiths, religions and beliefs.

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In the spirit of this ongoing project, Potato Head welcomes the release of **AFTER THE FLAGS**, a unique and refreshing visual narrative directed by one of Indonesia’s talented up-and-coming filmmakers, **Kathleen Malay**.

Equal parts experimental film and environmental activism, the film paints a complex and stunning picture – highlighting the destructive patterns of human nature as well as its ability and potential to coexist in harmony with the natural world. 

This dichotomy is portrayed through the use of powerful symbolism and a kaleidoscope of ambient soundscapes that weave us into a space between interconnected realities –  inviting us to contemplate the significant changes required not only on the island of Bali, but on a regional and global scale. This position allows us to exercise one of our greatest gifts: the power of choice.

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AFTER THE FLAGS stands as a visual poem that extends its arm out, asking us to join the open-ended interplay between our imagination and the messages of hope embedded onto each flag. “Ewako”, meaning “brave” from the local dialect in Makassar. “Guyub”, meaning “harmonious” in Javanese, or “Taksu” the Balinese word for a spirit or state of being that is in balance with human and divine qualities. The intricate dance of these flags within the film prompts us to contemplate the vast human experience we all share.           

As director, Kathleen Malay represents the importance of having a young creative female force expanding the essence of Arahmaiani’s career-spanning work to a whole new generation; bridging new connections with the viewer and the communities that have contributed to it. 

Born in 1988 in Jakarta, Indonesia, Kathleen is both a filmmaker and musician. She has directed innovative music videos and creative short films for the likes of Gabber Modus Operandi, Melati ESP, Rully Shabara, The Brandals, Gangsar (FKA. Rollfast), Ora Iso and others.

A lifestyle and hospitality brand of which sustainability forms the very bedrock of its operations, [**Potato Head Bali**](https://seminyak.potatohead.co), has commissioned the film. To coincide with the release of this latest short, [an experiential installation of the artist’s flags](https://seminyak.potatohead.co/art-design/arahmaiani-the-flag-project) featured in the film will be on view.    

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Both film and installation remind us that a simple flag can be a hopeful representation of a united pursuit towards a common goal: a future that transcends the progressive commodification and industrialisation of our planet, and honors an approach to life inspired by the wisdom of ancient cultures and in balance with the natural world.  

_Written by Rudolf RG Perez_

**WATCH - [**AFTER THE FLAGS**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NU012tn5KJg)**

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**CREDITS**

Director: Kathleen Malay (@iannisxanaxis)

DOP: Deska Binarso (@desbins)

Creative Director: Pete Pepper Keen (@viaplanetearth)

Line Producer: Candra Dewangga (@dewanggacand)

Original Score: Kaazi (@kaazi_)

First Assistant Director: Sabrina Sasa (@sabrinasash)

Second Camera Operator: I Made Denny (@denny.chrsn)

Executive Producer: Rob O’hare (@robohare)

Project Manager:  Rizky Rahad (@rich.rahad)

Editor: Reza Tene (@rezatene)

Production House: Lynxfilms (@lynxfilms)

Commissioned by: Potato Head Films (@potatoheadbali)

Casting: Asep Kamaludin (@balicasting.id)

Unit Production Manager: Ashari Fahmi (@indomiegoreng.double)

Art Director: Muchlas Arek (@muchlas_arek)

Drone Pilot:  Rachmat Hidayat (@ram_matteo)

Grip & Camera Guard: Salman Poris (@karet_2pedas)

Set Dresser 1: Wayan Juliawan (@julian_bali9)

Set Dresser 2:  Yoman Arianto (@kupitcupitkupitcupit)

Executive Post Producer: Trima Wulandari (@trimawulandari24)

Online Artist: Aditya Pradana (@aditspace)

Online Support & GFX: Apen Syarief & Ona (@apensyaripudin & @onaiseu)

Production Secretary: Arti Riyanti (@artiriyanti)

Location Manager: Raynhard Bernard (@raynharddirck2)

Location Runner: Jhon Glen Sopacua (@johnn.glen)

Data Wrangler: Herdiansyah (@dijans)

Colorist: Ibnu Fajar (@ibnudawn)

Assistant Colorist: Kaia Parahita (@kaipw_)

Post Production Supervisor: Chrestella C. (@stellacle_)

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Potato Head Films presents After The Flags

**The Fifth Element**

Directed by Luc Beson

The Fifth Element is a 1997 science fiction action film conceived, directed, and co-written by Luc Besson. It stars Bruce Willis, Gary Oldman, Ian Holm, Milla Jovovich, and Chris Tucker. Primarily set in the 23rd century, the film's central plot involves the survival of planet Earth, which becomes the responsibility of Korben Dallas (Willis), a taxicab driver and former special forces major, after a young woman (Jovovich) falls into his cab. To accomplish this, Dallas joins forces with her to recover four mystical stones essential for the defence of Earth against the impending attack of a malevolent cosmic entity.     

Join us for a cinematic experience as we showcase cult classics, feature films, and experimental shorts on the big screen. Discover the symbiotic relationship between film and sound every Wednesday at Desa Potato Head.

Wednesday, 31 July 2024.

Doors open at 6:30 PM.
Film starts at 6:45 PM.

Klymax, Desa Potato Head.

Age Rating: 12+

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Klymax Movie Night: The Fifth Element

Potato Head is now the first hospitality company on the island to be certified by [The Sustainable Restaurant Association](https://thesra.org) (The SRA) with an amazing 3-star rating in our first go. We were giving ourselves a pat… until The SRA’s thorough assessment revealed just how much work lies before us. It made us realise the growing importance of a collective effort, so we started planning for the upcoming year.

To achieve the Food Made Good Standard, businesses must score at least 50% on the evaluation by submitting answers and evidence on the digital platform. Each submission undergoes thorough evaluation, evidence-checking, and review by The SRA’s experts. Ratings are awarded as follows: 50-59% earns one star, 60-69% earns two stars, and 70% or higher earns three stars.

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We would like to share our results and analysis of them. We got a total score of 74% divided in 3 sections:

**Environment (81%)**: Our team is doing a good job here. We've conducted a thorough carbon footprint analysis, set ambitious reduction targets, closely monitored our energy use, and worked to reduce food waste and single-use plastics.

**Society (75%)**: We’ve invested in staff training, promoted diverse hiring, offered youth internships, and actively participated in community initiatives like [beach cleanups](https://seminyak.potatohead.co/journal/walk-with-purpose-wasted-collective) and fundraising events.

**Sourcing (68%)**: We champion [vegan options](https://seminyak.potatohead.co/feast/tanaman), use overlooked plant parts, and support local farms and fisheries, all while selecting high-risk ingredients and serving only responsibly sourced seafood.

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So what’s our homework for this year?

We're kicking off by forming a collective of farmers to improve our produce and promote organic methods across more farms in Bali. Today marks the first day on the job for our full-time Farm Manager, Ricky – best of luck.

Once again, we're reaching out to our community. We're dedicated to enhancing the transparency and certification of our food sourcing, and while we've made progress, there's still more work to be done. This year, we've welcomed two new chefs: one as Head of Culinary Innovation and the other is Director of Culinary Sustainability. Their mission? To ensure our sourcing practices are as transparent and sustainable as possible. 

Together they will ensure we maintain a [sustainable](https://seminyak.potatohead.co/regenerate) approach centred around relationships with the best quality products and producers. By sourcing and utilising native Balinese ingredients, we aim to celebrate Bali's rich diversity of produce and support environmental conservation efforts.

We want to commend The Sustainable Restaurant Association (The SRA) for providing us with valuable insights to set clear priorities for next year. And of course, we are proud to be part of that global community you have built of food enthusiasts who value not only taste but also the origins of their food.

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Since 2010, The SRA has set a high standard for [sustainable food and drink](https://seminyak.potatohead.co/feast) businesses globally. Their certification process connects restaurants around the world to create a more socially and environmentally conscious hospitality industry.

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Did you know that, within the first 25 years of its life, a single mangrove tree can remove 0.3 tonnes of carbon from the atmosphere? That’s 2-4 times more than mature rainforest trees and is equivalent to the emissions released by a petrol car being driven for around 1180 km. 

Our mangrove conservation project is a fun way to contribute to making our world better. Join us as we take a canoe ride through the mangroves, waste-picking as we go, before stopping to plant mangrove saplings or harvest the seeds that will grow into pollution-fighting adult trees.

Registration fee: IDR 500,000 nett per person. Participants must be aged 12+. Booking is required one day prior.

Meeting Point at Jamu Bar, Studios Lobby.

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