A Man Called Ahok (2018) Movie Script
I humbly ask
to all my supporters
please go home.
This is a police headquarters.
To everyone outside, please stay calm.
There are around six
thousand residents in this complex.
We are in Depok territory.
I assure you that I am safe in here.
I ask all of you to return to your homes.
The police may relocate me
as a result of your demonstrations.
This is not Jakarta.
So, for my safety and
yours, please go home.
I wish to assure you all
I am safe and well.
I hear that you, my supporters,
wish to hold a candlelight vigil.
I ask all of you to not do that, please.
Honestly, if you do
not listen to my words
I think there will be
individuals out there trying to provoke
if you continue.
We cannot choose our family,
or where we are born.
However, we can
determine our goals and dreams.
A man once said
"One day you will be
the Head of Regent, Hok!"
His big dreams for his hometown
made him one of the most beloved persons
by the people of
Gantung village in East Belitung.
His name was Tjoeng Kiem Nam.
In the village he was also
known as "Tauke" or Big Boss.
I am grateful to have
had the privilege to call him.
Papa.
WEST BELITUNG, 1976.
If you're told, don't fight back.
Those are the words of your parents.
Hok, I will come to your school,
and watch you command
the Independence Day ceremony.
Not happening this year
Did anyone get higher grades than you?
I've raised you to be the head chief!
Not just the Commander of Ceremonies.
It was your dream to be
the Independence Day Commander
not his.
What is your dream? Tell me!
Enough!
If you're told, don't fight back.
Those are the words of your parents.
Mr. Kim Nam
How are you?
What are you doing here?
You need to sign
the contract for the project.
Your price is robbery!
I am not signing anything
until you change it!
Listen.
You've seen how others have gone down
by not playing it our way.
This is how we play the game here.
Forget it! I will not sign!
Mr. Kim Nam, if you insist,
none of your projects will start.
So Just sign it!
Then everything will go smoothly.
Okay?
Let's go!
Come on.
It was never
his charm or personality that won
the hearts of many people
including my mother.
Although perhaps
we were the only
ones who felt that his heart
did not always belong to us.
Go inside and help your mother!
Come on, Son.
How can I help?
I need help for my son,
for his tuition fees.
I see
Ahok!
Koh Asun?
Another present?
The usual, Uncle.
Your dad
is the strangest person in this world.
With all that money
he still puts himself into debt.
If he is borrowing money
that means he has none.
I know!
He borrows money
just to give it away!
When will he learn?
Don't just stare at them.
Go on take one!
Here you go.
Hok! Count it before you leave.
There's ten thousand.
I counted it.
This should be enough.
Thank you so much, Tauke.
Hey, Kid!
Promise me you'll do your best at school!
So in the future you can build Belitung.
Evening, Tauke.
Can you please help us?
We don't have
enough money for tomorrow's groceries!
I already know what you are about to say.
This is wrong!
You gave away money
when we needed it the most.
I've told you!
We will never suffer by giving to others.
Don't just stare at them.
No matter how much money we give,
we still eat good food and
the kids are well taken care of.
We are never short, right?
Look at us now!
What?
We have no money!
Every person's fortune is already set.
The people we help
will pray for our well being.
That is the key to salvation.
Everyday in this house
we have to teach
our kids to help and serve others.
Tomorrow we set the example.
You serve all of us with your good food.
Let us rest for now.
Come on.
The dusk is gaining ground.
Locusts gathered in the field.
We made 100 for today and we are
selling them for 25 Rupiah each.
It's 2500 Rupiah in total, Dad.
There are no lovely girls other than you.
Long time no see, Ma'am. Are you well?
I'm well. If I were sick
I would not be here. Right?
This is Mrs. Bun, an extraordinary woman.
She has been a loyal
customer for more than ten years.
She is a monthly spender here.
She knows how important it is to invest
in her children's future.
Not like my wife.
A bit of money,
and she's off shopping to Jakarta
or Singapore.
Giving me nothing but a headache.
- Mrs. Bun, how many carats will you buy?
- Yes?
Today I want to sell.
I am surprised! You are cashing in?
That's life, there are ups and downs.
Everyone has experienced it.
Mrs. Bun, you must be joking.
I bet you are about to
buy go expensive stuff
without telling your husband, am I right?
It's impossible
that Kim Nam's wife has no money.
- That's true.
- Enough. So how much do I get?
Yeah.
Hold on.
- Here you go.
- Yeah.
- Thank you.
- No worries.
Please excuse me.
Okay.
Mrs. Bun
How much for one kilogram?
Are you asking for the price, Ma'am?
You're having a party?
Why can't I know the price?
Today is a good day, Mrs. Bun.
The prices here can't be
compared to the help our family
received from you and Tauke.
Study well, Son.
Hey, don't forget to bid
farewell to Madam before you leave.
I cannot accept this.
You have a business to run.
How much is it?
Please accept it. I insist!
Thank you
Please send our regards to your husband.
- Please, everyone, take your seats.
- Thanks.
It's not just once a year we do this.
Fifi, go get some drinks for Bibi!
Serve her please.
Come Mr. Suyan and Bibi, let's eat!
Come on.
Hok, pass me the meat.
Suyan! Take care of my children.
I will, Sir.
He will help the people of Belitung.
My children will become doctors,
Head of Regent and a Lawyer.
They will build this land
to be a successful country.
Amen.
Remember
if you are out to hunt tigers,
bring your siblings.
If we are surrounded by
tigers that are ready to attack,
it is most likely
that your fellow hunters will flee,
even at the risk of
leaving us to be attacked.
But if you hunt with siblings
even though you are
faced with a ferocious tiger,
they will not run and abandon you.
Running away means losing your siblings.
TIN MINING COMPANY OFFICE
Hold on a minute!
It is your duty to
make our business easier.
Not complicate things.
Stop talking in circles.
You said I have to be careful.
What does that mean?
Which part don't you understand?
With the mining production decreased
and this kind of weather,
only my projects can save you!
Your company is free-falling.
Take a good look outside.
All those workers
are going to lose their jobs.
I pity them.
You entered from that door,
now make your way out!
You are not welcome here!
Mr. Kim Nam
compromise
otherwise it will be your end.
You know exactly what I mean.
We'll see who will be destroyed!
Those people are getting on my nerves.
If we don't give them a cut,
we will not get any projects.
No projects, no income.
I need to pay the workers.
I don't have the heart to let them go.
I think
we need to sell some of our properties,
to cover the basic overhead,
and to pay off Asun.
How about our place in Manggar?
Is it still there?
Why?
Nothing.
Looking at
your generous habit of helping others,
I was thinking of
setting up our own pharmacy.
Excuse me, Tauke.
Tauke
Hi there,
how can I help?
We are so sorry
we desperately need help.
Suyan!
Yes, Ma'am?
Suyan.
- Take all of this stock with you.
- Okay.
Bring them and make the deliveries.
Mom
I understand what is happening.
We are not the only ones
going through tough times.
There are other
families in a worse situation than us.
Hok.
I'm sorry.
Our family is the wealthiest
and most respected family in my village,
but that doesn't mean we never
experienced the ups and downs of life.
Then a new light,
hope and happiness shone into our lives.
We call him
BAKTI TIMAH HOSPITAL
Come on.
What is his name?
I named him.
Basu Panca Fransetio.
You may call him Frans.
Hi Frans.
Thank you for giving
me the strength I needed.
I promise to work harder for us.
Please stack them in order.
Yes, Mom.
You, come here.
- Aliong!
- Yes?
Bring me some nails and a hammer.
Quickly!
Mom? Why not give the baby milk porridge?
He is only three months old.
All my children ate milk
porridge after six months.
Ahok was breastfed by two people,
Grandma and I.
Because their birth was close,
so sometimes I breastfed
Aliong and Grandma breastfed Ahok.
That's why I am so clever!
Why is Ahok the only smart one?
You're smart because
you're lucky to be my son.
You got plenty of nutrtition,
and enough sleep.
If only your buddy
Musyono had the same life as you,
he would have been smarter than you.
Excuse me Tauke.
Do you remember us?
Yes, you came by my house once.
Yes.
We heard that you are here in Manggar
so we came by to say thank you.
We could only express
our gratitude through Ahok before.
Ahok?
Thank you?
For what?
For helping in
the birth of our grandchild.
I heard that Madam had just given birth.
Please accept this gift.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Thank you. Please excuse us.
Yeah. Thank you.
Ahok!
- Ahok!
- Yes, Dad?
Explain yourself, what have you done?
They were crying when they left our house
they told me that their daughter
was about to give birth
I told them not to worry.
Then I went to
Mr. Asun's house to ask for money.
But he got angry and told me off.
Don't be stupid!
Like father, like son! Go home!
My savings were not enough,
so I forced Yuyu to give up his savings.
Sir!
Miss! Please open up!
Help us!
Come in!
Please help my daughter.
The midwife said
she was lucky as
her water had just broken.
Thank you, Ahok.
Dad?
Quickly you two get
changed and come with me.
Bring your stationery.
What's going on, Dad?
Today is Sunday.
No questions!
The first one out
will lead the one behind.
I will be waiting in the car.
You're the one who took my savings,
and I am the one who gets tortured
all because of you.
The eight drums
you ordered have been delivered.
Now pay up! Settle your account.
I'll sort it out tomorrow!
Yuyu, write this for tomorrow's agenda.
Settle the payment for the eight drums
of asphalt I owe Aguan.
Ahok, tick off the same item on the list.
Yuyu, write down. Give me cash
don't give me any cheque.
Money is for the important things,
people like you don't need to save cash.
I need cash so I can
deal with people like you.
People who always
bring problems to my table.
How will I make any profit?
- Dad?
- Yes?
There are twelve
drums noted here, not eight.
Hah!
You found yourself a thief.
Stop being too kind,
you create your own trouble!
I'll check it later tonight.
Let's continue with the notes.
Who delivered the asphalt?
You or your men?
My staff of course,
as if I have nothing else better to do.
Who received the goods?
Hmm Abdul? Hendra?
It was Hendra.
Hey! Call Hendra!
Yesterday's asphalt, how many drums?
Twelve drums.
Yes, Tauke?
How many asphalt drums did you order?
Twelve.
Yesterday I met with Aguan..
He said he only sent eight drums here.
Which is correct?
Twelve or eight drums?
Both are correct.
I ordered eight, but
on the purchase order,
I asked them to put down twelve.
- So you lied?
- It wasn't my intention to lie to Tauke,
but it's a common
practice everywhere else.
Come here, bring the measurer.
Measure the thickness
of the top layer of asphalt.
- Three
- Say that again!!
Three centimetres.
Read my specifications!
My specifications are for six centimetres,
so why is it only three?!
In other projects
it is like this as well, Tauke.
Yuyu, please fire him!
Fire?
Tauke, I was forced to
Shut your mouth!
Whatever your excuse is
what you did was wrong!!
Tell him that today is
his last day working for us.
Mr. Hendra,
you don't need to come to work tomorrow.
Today is your last day working here!
Ahok and Yuyu are your children
not your employees.
Let them find their own way.
This is my way of teaching them.
Ahok.
Wake up, go to your room.
Don't you think
that you're being too hard on them?
No.
No matter how much
wealth we leave them, it will run out.
Yuyu Wake up, go to your room.
But the knowledge we pass on
will last forever.
When I found out his wife was ill.
I tried to get him to
return and work for me.
I tried to help him,
but Hendra declined.
Maybe he was ashamed
because he stole too much from us.
We don't have proper
medical facilities here,
so he gave up.
He let his wife be
treated with what's available.
Now, listen to what I have to say,
so that people don't have to steal to
afford proper medical treatment.
You have to become a doctor!
Build a proper hospital here!
So people can be
treated right here on this island.
If you become a doctor
if I get sick, my own son can treat me.
At first,
he told me to become Head of Regent
I don't understand what he wants.
All he talks about is
work, work and more work.
Now he tells me to become a doctor.
How is that possible?
Needles freak me out!
You should be grateful, Hok!
To have a father
that cares about his children.
All I can do
is sell at the market every day.
Hey, Mus!
With your brain, you can travel the world.
Are you going somewhere?
To Jakarta.
I am going to see the Monas.
- I see
- Hok?
Yeah?
Is it true? You're moving
to Jakarta after you graduate?
Looks like it.
Dad wants me to become a doctor.
Then come back and build a hospital here.
If you graduate with a degree
He will be a doctor, Musyono.
A doctor! He just told you that.
Doctor is a degree, Aliong!
Same as a Bachelor in Medicine! You fool!
Oh is it? Silly me!
I bet that you'll forget
about us here in Gantung.
How could I forget any of you?
You say that now,
tomorrow you will say something different.
- Wanna bet?
- Hey, don't!
As mom and dad say,
"Gambling is forbidden."
No matter how hard I tried,
I never understood how to love him.
Maybe because we were too much alike,
or perhaps,
this is what it means to be a man.
It was never my intention
to crush the dreams
of the most important person in my life.
But now I saw nothing
but disappointment from his eyes.
WEST BELITUNG, 1992.
If you're told, don't fight back.
Those are the words of your parents.
I left medical school to
come home and help you.
You need me more than anyone else.
What a waste!
Belitung needs a doctor!
Not another Kim Nam who is always in debt!
Now your company is
neglected because you are ill.
I want you to go to Jakarta
and concentrate on your health.
This is a bad idea! There's no way
I'm running my business with him!
I have made it clear.
If he wants to help, be a doctor!
Then build a hospital!
Let him prove himself or
we won't know what he is capable of.
Prove himself for what? To run
away like he ran from medical school!
How will we know
he won't keep running away.
What's the guarantee
he will stay this time?!
If you're told, don't fight back.
Those are the words of your parents.
Don't fight, if they forbid you.
They'll curse you into a stone.
This city boy thinks he can come back,
and change the system
that's been running for ages?
Narrow-minded!
I have a long term plan, Dad.
I now know how to run your business.
I now know how to run your business.
All the theory in the world
won't help you face reality, Hok!
- I have a vision
- What vision!!
Enough! Cut it out!
If you're told, don't fight back.
Those are the words of your parents.
How was it?
Did you take care of everything?
Not yet, they asked us to pay them off.
Your father took me
away from selling cookies.
Don't ask me to question his decisions.
We are in too much debt,
and you know this.
My father is in no shape
to deal with these problems.
I am the one
who walks by his side here, Hok.
Then tell me,
how can we keep the company running?
We gotta stand up and
oppose this rotten system.
Change is needed!
It's not going to be that easy,
you put everyone at risk.
Too big of a risk.
"As long as the employees are
paid on time". That was his only rule!
You just said
it is not going to be
easy to make a change.
Change is never easy!
But if we do not start,
nothing will ever change.
Your father did mention
that you were going to do crazy things.
Mus, you're the smartest
person I know in Gantung.
I need you.
Alright.
Let's do it your way.
Hey, my brother!
Amazing!
I knew the father as a businessman.
Now his son is a businessman as well.
As the saying goes "The rotten
durian doesn't fall far from the tree."
How are you?
I've been looking forward to this moment.
Though it is obvious
that you do not have any business here.
This is a mining site
not some project you can mess with.
Your signature means nothing here.
So What can I do for you?
You have it wrong.
I am sitting here to save you.
I hold all the mining
permits for East Belitung.
Manggar, Gantung
Batu Penyu.. Name a place!
Bloody thief!
When things are difficult for us
he holds us all ransom!
You knew this was coming.
We will not give any
more payoffs to anyone.
Hok! That is not a choice!
We will cease
mining activities for a while.
Abdul!!
Yes, Sir?
Tell the workers
they don't have to work tomorrow.
What are you saying, Sir?
Isn't there another way?
Dul
Musyono will help you take care of this.
Please go home and rest, it's late.
I still need to speak with Musyono.
Alright, Sir.
Where is everyone?
So here's the thing, Sir.
Ahok has a plan for us.
It is only temporary.
His decision is for the best.
The best?!
We make sure
that they can provide for their families!
That is the best!
Not by keeping them at home!
Get them back here!
Now!!
Over here near the red circle,
don't forget,
all this needs to be completed.
Yes, Sir.
You were supposed to help me
save us from this situation!
You think I haven't been trying?
- You know exactly...
- You didn't try hard enough!!
You can't even hold
on to your own principals!
I thought
you could go
places with that brain of yours.
Don't even think about leaving Belitung
you won't make it out of Gantung!
I think it's time for me
to leave your side, Hok.
Why can't you appreciate my decision?
This is still my company.
You just make sure they get paid on time
not to make them suffer!
This company will not
survive with your decision!
This company will also
not survive if you don't pay
the people who give
their sweat for this company!
I know but there has to be sacrifices.
Look at this.
I have designed this system
where we will become profitable.
We can pay the debts
and the workers' salaries.
Don't show me what you read in a book.
I thought I taught you empathy?!
Empathy?
That will make this company bankrupt.
You are not listening.
Think of the workers.
How would their families feel
when they go home
with nothing but sweat?!!
Please leave now.
Get out!!
Frans, eat your food!
I am going back to Jakarta
to get my Master's Degree.
A Master's Degree?
Yes.
My children should
get the highest education.
But I would be extremely disappointed
if this is just
an excuse to run from Belitung.
You don't have to worry,
I will become greater than you.
Greater than me in debt?
I will settle all of your debts.
Asun!
How much is my debt?
Not in the mood to count.
Can't afford the payroll,
and you want to pay off my debt?
We don't know where life will take us,
and I will not be around forever.
So you have to think,
and set your course.
Even if they don't pay us,
we can still survive!
But if I don't help them,
their child won't make it till tomorrow.
Enough!
You want me to sell my gold again?!
Why don't you listen to Ahok?
We don't have money to give away!
That kid is full of theories!
What does he know?
That city boy came home
to help you when you were sick.
He should be the one you think about,
not other people's children!
You're going for practice?
That's crazy.
He not other people's children!
When are you leaving?
Later this afternoon, why?
Nothing
You will go to Jakarta for high school.
I don't think so.
Why not?
I want to stay here
to look after Mom and Dad.
Frans!
Hurry up! Let's go!
Okay, I gotta go
Hey! We have to spar later.
Do you think I'm scared of you?
Do not pretend that you don't have money.
This pharmacy money
is for restocking the medicine,
which you keep handing out for free!
If you keep doing this,
we're not only going to lose your company,
you're pulling down the pharmacy too!
Goddamnit
He drives me crazy with his stubbornness.
Hello
Hi Dad? You rarely call me.
Where's Mom?
So you just
want to talk to Mom and not me?
It's not like that.
When are you guys coming home?
Next Tuesday.
How are you feeling?
I'm feeling much better.
I hope you get well soon,
so I can show you my new moves.
My Champion of Belitung!
You are with Mr. Suyan, right?
Relax, Dad.
I can take care of myself.
Dad
Promise me you will look after yourself?
Yes, I promise.
Honey.
Stop it.
Stop it, honey.
I have to lay off the workers.
Maybe I should have listened to you.
Listen to me or to that city boy?
Maybe it's time for you to retire.
All your life, all you've done is work.
With or without the company,
Ahok will come home just for you.
Thank you.
Mom!
Ahok!
Why didn't you tell me
you were coming home?
Dad.
MASTER'S DEGREE CERTIFICATE
Congratulations.
So, what are your plans after this?
I will try to work in Jakarta first.
Don't you think it's time
to come home to Belitung?
What's wrong with Jakarta?
I can still use all my knowledge there.
It's hard to imagine
you receiving wages from someone else
when many others here
have high hopes for you.
Dad,
- for once
- Ahok!
I will keep on
searching for possibilities
however,
it seems like you all
have to start looking for another job.
According to the data
and with our current assets,
we have a way to pay off the debts.
Let it go.
My decision is final.
TIN MINING COMPANY OFFICE
Coffee with milk, please.
Already thinking of finding a new job?
Not yet, Sir.
I will stand by and help Tauke.
He helped everyone who asked for his help.
Now he is sick and no one can help him.
This is the least I can do.
Thank you.
I would be happy to work for
free as long as his health gets better.
But what can we do?
He doesn't want our help.
If only I was born as a smart person.
I could do way more for him.
I know what Tauke really wants,
is for his son to return home.
Nothing else matters to him.
Ahok is your best friend.
What happened between you two?
Brother,
please convince Ahok to come back.
Pa!
Where are you going?
To sort out the payroll.
You just recovered from the fever.
That means I'm back to normal.
Pa!
Nam!
What are you doing here?
Here, take it.
- What is this?
- See for yourself.
If it's more than what I owe you, keep it.
But if it's less, I apologize.
Drive carefully!
Sorry.
Did you hit yourself, Tauke?
Hit what?
I will take you to the pharmacy.
Tauke We have arrived.
Ma'am!
It's Tauke!!
- What's wrong?
- Hurry!
- What's wrong?!
- It's Tauke!
What happened?!
Pa!
- Pa!
- Pa!
Help!
Pa!
I want a grandchild.
Dad!
Here comes the city boy!
So how does it feel to be an employee?
Is it serious, Dad?
Do I look like a sick man?
You act like a boss,
you're nothing but an employee!
You were not meant to be desk bound,
you should be out in the field.
Not sitting all day in
air conditioned comfort.
I rushed home thinking
that you were in critical condition.
But you look fine.
Great!
Please don't get too sick.
I have a lot of work to do,
and I need to go
see mom before I go back.
Koko!
His results are positive.
He has cancer.
Please come home
look after dad.
He needs us now.
Study well, Harry.
Learn tourism in Switzerland.
The mining business here
won't last forever.
The same goes for my life.
It is no longer a secret that I am ill
and that I am going to leave you all.
Yuyu!
Finish your studies.
If I am still around,
you might have a chance to be my doctor.
And how about you, Hok?
With your studies and Master's Degree.
I will open my own mining company
just like you.
I already have an investor.
Wonderful!
Your company hasn't started,
yet already in debt
For sure your debt
will be greater than mine.
Regardless You should
be the leader of Belitung.
Fi
Look after your brothers,
and look after your mother.
Always be ready
to hunt tigers.
Let's eat.
I am lucky to be able
to care for him till the end of his life.
Bringing him back to Belitung,
and placing him next to Frans.
Plenty of his dreams
remain unaccomplished.
I will take
his responsibilities and his goals.
I understand now.
Thank you, Dad
Hey, Mom?
Move it to the left a bit
Yes, Mom?
What's up?
Hey there, sorry to keep you waiting.
Please wait a minute.
Mom!
I am starving!
THE INDONESIAN RUPIAH HAS PLUNGED
Hok, remember,
your father was heavily in debt.
Even during his final days,
he forced himself to
keep on helping others.
He made life hard, even for you.
I am worried
that you will end up like him.
After all I am his son, Mom.
It is no surprise for us to
share the same personality.
You don't have to worry.
I never hand out money
so I don't have any debts.
Sure you don't hand out money,
but it's the same thing,
letting those people outside
take free medication from the pharmacy.
You're making me suffer.
Mom everything will be okay.
The results look good.
This section. It could be more efficient.
I am on it, Sir.
- Thank you.
- Yes, Sir.
How is this mine site a nature reserve?!
Mr. Ahok!
Don't be naive
This system has been in
place since your father's time.
So You know exactly what to do!
Please, Sir!
It's not worth it.
Suyan, get the car.
Dad?
Dad?
Sit here.
Ahok, later when you grow up
you need to
become the leader of authority.
What for?
The rich control the poor.
The authority control the rich.
If you become a leader of authority,
you will have the power to deal with
people like the one in the office earlier.
They have power to help the people,
but instead
they fill up their own pockets.
Right or wrong, they don't care.
One day you'll
become their elected leader.
It's impossible for Chinese people
like us to become government officials.
Maybe not today, but
one day it will be possible.
Get as much knowledge as you can
and come home to build your hometown.
At the very least,
do something instead of just talking.
Give me your word?
I promise.
Are we Indonesian or Chinese?
Never stop loving this country, Hok.
It is true what Dad once said
Poor people don't go against the rich.
Rich people can't
go against the authority.
Just leave it.
Don't pick a fight we can't win.
It's that simple!
We can't just sit and do nothing, Yu!
As a businessman
you will need to be flexible.
This is not about agreeing or disagreeing.
This is about company survival.
How can a company survive
when those thieves
rob it in broad daylight!
I'm going into politics!
I will fight those corruptors!
Why are you laughing?
You don't have to get angry.
We support you no matter what.
I am now a doctor.
Fifi is a lawyer.
And everyone already knows
it has always been dad's wish
for you to become a leader of authority.
A Member of the Legislature
is not a leader of authority.
Regardless of what you will become,
we will support you.
But you have to be aware of the risks!
I don't like this.
Come on, let's eat.
Check.
Good afternoon, Ladies and Gentlemen.
I am a candidate member of
the Regional House of Representatives,
from the Perhimpunan Indonesia Baru Party.
My name is Basuki Tjahaja Purnama,
but people in my village, Gantung.
They all call me Ahok.
You can call me whatever you want.
Ahok or Basuki,
I am still the same person.
What a big crowd we have today.
In the name of
God I take this oath and promise.
That I will fulfill my duty
as a Member,
Chairman,
Vice Chairman
of the Regional House
of Representatives
of East Belitung District.
How come you never collected this, Sir?
Please sign it.
What is this?
The usual, your travel allowance.
But I haven't
travelled anywhere this month.
Just take it.
It will be a waste if you don't.
I can't!
I haven't travelled anywhere,
how can I accept this allowance?
Proceed, Mr. Ahok.
The budget for this education program
can be fulfilled by cutting
the costs of official travel allowances
that are too large.
Our budget is big,
but it is not used in the right place.
What do you mean not in the right place?
I was requested to
accept travel allowances
even though I had not travelled anywhere.
But I never take them.
If we are brave enough
to turn down this handout.
Imagine,
how many children who have dropped out
can continue
their proper education at school?
Back to you, Chairman.
Does anyone here agree
that this item is included in the agenda?
No matter how hard I work.
I can't do much if I am on my own.
Maybe now it is time
to honour Dad's wishes.
Your journey into
the Regional House of Representatives
is considered easy
because of Dad's history.
But a Government Official
is a different ball game.
Picture this
If I can become Head of Regent,
how much of the government's budget I can
use to help the people of East Belitung?
Hospitals?
Free of charge!
Education?
Free of charge!
So our people are well taken care of.
You are about to hunt tigers.
As your siblings, we'll be by your side.
But look in the mirror!
Fi!
Show me any laws or regulations
that denies people of Chinese descent
to become Head of Regent!
Show me!
We need to be strong
because this journey will not be easy.
We are the children of Kim Nam.
Since when have our lives been easy?
For almost a year as
a Member of the Legislature,
I've met many people in various villages.
And many have asked me,
"Ahok, what do you actually do?
Such a comfort!
Travelling with a car, chit-chat
over coffee, taking home a big paycheck
just like a celebrity."
I ask for the blessings of everyone here.
I am going to enter the elections
to become Head of Regent of East Belitung.
Don't believe what people say.
I am a witness of Mr. Kim Nam's life.
If that is the case,
then I am lucky to be the son of Kim Nam.
My father used to say,
"Don't be weary when
it comes to helping others."
I wish that the poor can say,
"I am rich."
The weak can say, "I am strong."
I will scare those
who stole the people's money.
He has little
influence as a Member of Legislature.
But we have a real problem
if he becomes Head of Regent.
We need to have one of our people inside.
You can't lose!
Don't you worry
our people will make their move tomorrow.
I have to go now.
You take care of the bill!
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I wish to share a few words.
Think about this.
From the Dutch era until today,
Belitung never had a Chinese leader.
Never in history!
Now there's
a big mouth Member of Legislature
running for Head of Regent.
I, as the head of this village
want to emphasise to all of you.
Do not vote for Ahok!
I knew I would find you here.
I thought you would
never talk to me again.
Please understand,
I didn't mean what I said back then.
I knew that, Hok.
But I am worried.
You used to be anti-officials.
Now you are about to become one of them.
What do you think?
Do you agree with
the issues spreading around?
I can't answer as simple
as agree or disagree, Hok.
So?
As far as I've learned,
there are different interpretations of
the same verse by different translators.
I don't have the knowledge
to explain it further to you
because I am not an expert on that topic.
You are a part of my family.
Don't be afraid to tell me the truth.
I will never choose you as a leader, Hok.
But as a servant for East Belitung,
you will be my number one choice.
Have faith, Hok.
Number five!
Hopefully more people
in East Belitung share that same thought.
Amen, Hok!
Number three!
What's going to happen if you lose?
I am not afraid of losing.
I am only afraid if I am wrong.
With this announcement,
candidate number three,
Basuki Tjahaja Purnama
and Khairul Effendi
has won
the election with 32% of the votes.
This decision will be
enforced on predetermined dates.
You have a significant lead
in your village,
which means you are much smarter than me.
Let's keep in touch after this election.
If you or your village
needs any assistance,
please do not hesitate to contact me.
Anytime.
Please excuse me.
What is the meaning of this?
His love for his homeland made me realize
that this was not
the end of my father's dreams.
This is the beginning of my journey.
My battle is not over.
I have learnt
to forgive and accept all of this,
for the good of our nation.
GOD NEVER SLEEPS
It would have a negative
effect on the citizens of Jakarta
the economic loss to them
from the road congestion caused
by the marches and demonstrations.
It is not appropriate to do
a demonstration against the process,
which I am going through at the moment.
I am concerned that there are chances
that other parties will take
advantage of our right to protest
by creating opportunites
for clashes with the opposition.
Thank you for the law
abiding demonstrations,
and lighting the candles
as a symbol of our struggle
to enforce the pillars of
the Constitution
of the Republic of Indonesia
through the State Philosophy
Pancasila, Constitution 1945 UUD45,
and Unity in
Diversity - Bhinneka Tunggal Ika.
Let us show that we believe
that God remains the only sovereign,
and holds the history of
every nation in His hands.
We shall show that we are
people who believe in God Almighty,
who equally loves all humans
and wishes justice for all.
God never sleeps.
One day I will see the real Monas.
I will bring you there.
Where is justice.
Where is honesty.
Which must be glorified.
We must fight for.
Their mouths are sealed.
Their shame is bought.
Feelings are uncertain.
Full of bribes.
Our beloved homeland,
The great Indonesia.
Which I will always defend,
Even if it puts my life at stake.
Kill the corruptors.
Kill those who impoverished the people.
Kill the corruptors.
That caused us to suffer.
Kill the corruptors.
Kill those who impoverished the people.
Kill the corruptors.
That caused us to suffer.
Kill the corruptors.
Kill those who impoverished the people.
Kill the corruptors.
That caused us to suffer.
Kill the corruptors.
Kill those who impoverished the people.
Kill the corruptors.
That caused us to suffer.
Kill the corruptors.
Kill those who impoverished the people.
Kill the corruptors.
That caused us to suffer.
Our beloved homeland,
the great Indonesia.
Which I will always defend,
Even if it puts my life at stake.
Have opinions, have opinions.
Many people don't like it.
Spark ideas.
Spark ideas.
Many people don't like it.
They criticize.
And get jealous.
They act overly.
Critical and cynical.
Want to make this.
Want to make that.
So many busybodies.
Want to build this.
Want to build that.
So many killjoys.
They act.
Culturally superior.
They act.
Religiously superior.
No matter what.
No matter what.
Babbling "don't care what they think".
I will stay
I will stay.
A person.
Who is free
to all my supporters
please go home.
This is a police headquarters.
To everyone outside, please stay calm.
There are around six
thousand residents in this complex.
We are in Depok territory.
I assure you that I am safe in here.
I ask all of you to return to your homes.
The police may relocate me
as a result of your demonstrations.
This is not Jakarta.
So, for my safety and
yours, please go home.
I wish to assure you all
I am safe and well.
I hear that you, my supporters,
wish to hold a candlelight vigil.
I ask all of you to not do that, please.
Honestly, if you do
not listen to my words
I think there will be
individuals out there trying to provoke
if you continue.
We cannot choose our family,
or where we are born.
However, we can
determine our goals and dreams.
A man once said
"One day you will be
the Head of Regent, Hok!"
His big dreams for his hometown
made him one of the most beloved persons
by the people of
Gantung village in East Belitung.
His name was Tjoeng Kiem Nam.
In the village he was also
known as "Tauke" or Big Boss.
I am grateful to have
had the privilege to call him.
Papa.
WEST BELITUNG, 1976.
If you're told, don't fight back.
Those are the words of your parents.
Hok, I will come to your school,
and watch you command
the Independence Day ceremony.
Not happening this year
Did anyone get higher grades than you?
I've raised you to be the head chief!
Not just the Commander of Ceremonies.
It was your dream to be
the Independence Day Commander
not his.
What is your dream? Tell me!
Enough!
If you're told, don't fight back.
Those are the words of your parents.
Mr. Kim Nam
How are you?
What are you doing here?
You need to sign
the contract for the project.
Your price is robbery!
I am not signing anything
until you change it!
Listen.
You've seen how others have gone down
by not playing it our way.
This is how we play the game here.
Forget it! I will not sign!
Mr. Kim Nam, if you insist,
none of your projects will start.
So Just sign it!
Then everything will go smoothly.
Okay?
Let's go!
Come on.
It was never
his charm or personality that won
the hearts of many people
including my mother.
Although perhaps
we were the only
ones who felt that his heart
did not always belong to us.
Go inside and help your mother!
Come on, Son.
How can I help?
I need help for my son,
for his tuition fees.
I see
Ahok!
Koh Asun?
Another present?
The usual, Uncle.
Your dad
is the strangest person in this world.
With all that money
he still puts himself into debt.
If he is borrowing money
that means he has none.
I know!
He borrows money
just to give it away!
When will he learn?
Don't just stare at them.
Go on take one!
Here you go.
Hok! Count it before you leave.
There's ten thousand.
I counted it.
This should be enough.
Thank you so much, Tauke.
Hey, Kid!
Promise me you'll do your best at school!
So in the future you can build Belitung.
Evening, Tauke.
Can you please help us?
We don't have
enough money for tomorrow's groceries!
I already know what you are about to say.
This is wrong!
You gave away money
when we needed it the most.
I've told you!
We will never suffer by giving to others.
Don't just stare at them.
No matter how much money we give,
we still eat good food and
the kids are well taken care of.
We are never short, right?
Look at us now!
What?
We have no money!
Every person's fortune is already set.
The people we help
will pray for our well being.
That is the key to salvation.
Everyday in this house
we have to teach
our kids to help and serve others.
Tomorrow we set the example.
You serve all of us with your good food.
Let us rest for now.
Come on.
The dusk is gaining ground.
Locusts gathered in the field.
We made 100 for today and we are
selling them for 25 Rupiah each.
It's 2500 Rupiah in total, Dad.
There are no lovely girls other than you.
Long time no see, Ma'am. Are you well?
I'm well. If I were sick
I would not be here. Right?
This is Mrs. Bun, an extraordinary woman.
She has been a loyal
customer for more than ten years.
She is a monthly spender here.
She knows how important it is to invest
in her children's future.
Not like my wife.
A bit of money,
and she's off shopping to Jakarta
or Singapore.
Giving me nothing but a headache.
- Mrs. Bun, how many carats will you buy?
- Yes?
Today I want to sell.
I am surprised! You are cashing in?
That's life, there are ups and downs.
Everyone has experienced it.
Mrs. Bun, you must be joking.
I bet you are about to
buy go expensive stuff
without telling your husband, am I right?
It's impossible
that Kim Nam's wife has no money.
- That's true.
- Enough. So how much do I get?
Yeah.
Hold on.
- Here you go.
- Yeah.
- Thank you.
- No worries.
Please excuse me.
Okay.
Mrs. Bun
How much for one kilogram?
Are you asking for the price, Ma'am?
You're having a party?
Why can't I know the price?
Today is a good day, Mrs. Bun.
The prices here can't be
compared to the help our family
received from you and Tauke.
Study well, Son.
Hey, don't forget to bid
farewell to Madam before you leave.
I cannot accept this.
You have a business to run.
How much is it?
Please accept it. I insist!
Thank you
Please send our regards to your husband.
- Please, everyone, take your seats.
- Thanks.
It's not just once a year we do this.
Fifi, go get some drinks for Bibi!
Serve her please.
Come Mr. Suyan and Bibi, let's eat!
Come on.
Hok, pass me the meat.
Suyan! Take care of my children.
I will, Sir.
He will help the people of Belitung.
My children will become doctors,
Head of Regent and a Lawyer.
They will build this land
to be a successful country.
Amen.
Remember
if you are out to hunt tigers,
bring your siblings.
If we are surrounded by
tigers that are ready to attack,
it is most likely
that your fellow hunters will flee,
even at the risk of
leaving us to be attacked.
But if you hunt with siblings
even though you are
faced with a ferocious tiger,
they will not run and abandon you.
Running away means losing your siblings.
TIN MINING COMPANY OFFICE
Hold on a minute!
It is your duty to
make our business easier.
Not complicate things.
Stop talking in circles.
You said I have to be careful.
What does that mean?
Which part don't you understand?
With the mining production decreased
and this kind of weather,
only my projects can save you!
Your company is free-falling.
Take a good look outside.
All those workers
are going to lose their jobs.
I pity them.
You entered from that door,
now make your way out!
You are not welcome here!
Mr. Kim Nam
compromise
otherwise it will be your end.
You know exactly what I mean.
We'll see who will be destroyed!
Those people are getting on my nerves.
If we don't give them a cut,
we will not get any projects.
No projects, no income.
I need to pay the workers.
I don't have the heart to let them go.
I think
we need to sell some of our properties,
to cover the basic overhead,
and to pay off Asun.
How about our place in Manggar?
Is it still there?
Why?
Nothing.
Looking at
your generous habit of helping others,
I was thinking of
setting up our own pharmacy.
Excuse me, Tauke.
Tauke
Hi there,
how can I help?
We are so sorry
we desperately need help.
Suyan!
Yes, Ma'am?
Suyan.
- Take all of this stock with you.
- Okay.
Bring them and make the deliveries.
Mom
I understand what is happening.
We are not the only ones
going through tough times.
There are other
families in a worse situation than us.
Hok.
I'm sorry.
Our family is the wealthiest
and most respected family in my village,
but that doesn't mean we never
experienced the ups and downs of life.
Then a new light,
hope and happiness shone into our lives.
We call him
BAKTI TIMAH HOSPITAL
Come on.
What is his name?
I named him.
Basu Panca Fransetio.
You may call him Frans.
Hi Frans.
Thank you for giving
me the strength I needed.
I promise to work harder for us.
Please stack them in order.
Yes, Mom.
You, come here.
- Aliong!
- Yes?
Bring me some nails and a hammer.
Quickly!
Mom? Why not give the baby milk porridge?
He is only three months old.
All my children ate milk
porridge after six months.
Ahok was breastfed by two people,
Grandma and I.
Because their birth was close,
so sometimes I breastfed
Aliong and Grandma breastfed Ahok.
That's why I am so clever!
Why is Ahok the only smart one?
You're smart because
you're lucky to be my son.
You got plenty of nutrtition,
and enough sleep.
If only your buddy
Musyono had the same life as you,
he would have been smarter than you.
Excuse me Tauke.
Do you remember us?
Yes, you came by my house once.
Yes.
We heard that you are here in Manggar
so we came by to say thank you.
We could only express
our gratitude through Ahok before.
Ahok?
Thank you?
For what?
For helping in
the birth of our grandchild.
I heard that Madam had just given birth.
Please accept this gift.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Thank you. Please excuse us.
Yeah. Thank you.
Ahok!
- Ahok!
- Yes, Dad?
Explain yourself, what have you done?
They were crying when they left our house
they told me that their daughter
was about to give birth
I told them not to worry.
Then I went to
Mr. Asun's house to ask for money.
But he got angry and told me off.
Don't be stupid!
Like father, like son! Go home!
My savings were not enough,
so I forced Yuyu to give up his savings.
Sir!
Miss! Please open up!
Help us!
Come in!
Please help my daughter.
The midwife said
she was lucky as
her water had just broken.
Thank you, Ahok.
Dad?
Quickly you two get
changed and come with me.
Bring your stationery.
What's going on, Dad?
Today is Sunday.
No questions!
The first one out
will lead the one behind.
I will be waiting in the car.
You're the one who took my savings,
and I am the one who gets tortured
all because of you.
The eight drums
you ordered have been delivered.
Now pay up! Settle your account.
I'll sort it out tomorrow!
Yuyu, write this for tomorrow's agenda.
Settle the payment for the eight drums
of asphalt I owe Aguan.
Ahok, tick off the same item on the list.
Yuyu, write down. Give me cash
don't give me any cheque.
Money is for the important things,
people like you don't need to save cash.
I need cash so I can
deal with people like you.
People who always
bring problems to my table.
How will I make any profit?
- Dad?
- Yes?
There are twelve
drums noted here, not eight.
Hah!
You found yourself a thief.
Stop being too kind,
you create your own trouble!
I'll check it later tonight.
Let's continue with the notes.
Who delivered the asphalt?
You or your men?
My staff of course,
as if I have nothing else better to do.
Who received the goods?
Hmm Abdul? Hendra?
It was Hendra.
Hey! Call Hendra!
Yesterday's asphalt, how many drums?
Twelve drums.
Yes, Tauke?
How many asphalt drums did you order?
Twelve.
Yesterday I met with Aguan..
He said he only sent eight drums here.
Which is correct?
Twelve or eight drums?
Both are correct.
I ordered eight, but
on the purchase order,
I asked them to put down twelve.
- So you lied?
- It wasn't my intention to lie to Tauke,
but it's a common
practice everywhere else.
Come here, bring the measurer.
Measure the thickness
of the top layer of asphalt.
- Three
- Say that again!!
Three centimetres.
Read my specifications!
My specifications are for six centimetres,
so why is it only three?!
In other projects
it is like this as well, Tauke.
Yuyu, please fire him!
Fire?
Tauke, I was forced to
Shut your mouth!
Whatever your excuse is
what you did was wrong!!
Tell him that today is
his last day working for us.
Mr. Hendra,
you don't need to come to work tomorrow.
Today is your last day working here!
Ahok and Yuyu are your children
not your employees.
Let them find their own way.
This is my way of teaching them.
Ahok.
Wake up, go to your room.
Don't you think
that you're being too hard on them?
No.
No matter how much
wealth we leave them, it will run out.
Yuyu Wake up, go to your room.
But the knowledge we pass on
will last forever.
When I found out his wife was ill.
I tried to get him to
return and work for me.
I tried to help him,
but Hendra declined.
Maybe he was ashamed
because he stole too much from us.
We don't have proper
medical facilities here,
so he gave up.
He let his wife be
treated with what's available.
Now, listen to what I have to say,
so that people don't have to steal to
afford proper medical treatment.
You have to become a doctor!
Build a proper hospital here!
So people can be
treated right here on this island.
If you become a doctor
if I get sick, my own son can treat me.
At first,
he told me to become Head of Regent
I don't understand what he wants.
All he talks about is
work, work and more work.
Now he tells me to become a doctor.
How is that possible?
Needles freak me out!
You should be grateful, Hok!
To have a father
that cares about his children.
All I can do
is sell at the market every day.
Hey, Mus!
With your brain, you can travel the world.
Are you going somewhere?
To Jakarta.
I am going to see the Monas.
- I see
- Hok?
Yeah?
Is it true? You're moving
to Jakarta after you graduate?
Looks like it.
Dad wants me to become a doctor.
Then come back and build a hospital here.
If you graduate with a degree
He will be a doctor, Musyono.
A doctor! He just told you that.
Doctor is a degree, Aliong!
Same as a Bachelor in Medicine! You fool!
Oh is it? Silly me!
I bet that you'll forget
about us here in Gantung.
How could I forget any of you?
You say that now,
tomorrow you will say something different.
- Wanna bet?
- Hey, don't!
As mom and dad say,
"Gambling is forbidden."
No matter how hard I tried,
I never understood how to love him.
Maybe because we were too much alike,
or perhaps,
this is what it means to be a man.
It was never my intention
to crush the dreams
of the most important person in my life.
But now I saw nothing
but disappointment from his eyes.
WEST BELITUNG, 1992.
If you're told, don't fight back.
Those are the words of your parents.
I left medical school to
come home and help you.
You need me more than anyone else.
What a waste!
Belitung needs a doctor!
Not another Kim Nam who is always in debt!
Now your company is
neglected because you are ill.
I want you to go to Jakarta
and concentrate on your health.
This is a bad idea! There's no way
I'm running my business with him!
I have made it clear.
If he wants to help, be a doctor!
Then build a hospital!
Let him prove himself or
we won't know what he is capable of.
Prove himself for what? To run
away like he ran from medical school!
How will we know
he won't keep running away.
What's the guarantee
he will stay this time?!
If you're told, don't fight back.
Those are the words of your parents.
Don't fight, if they forbid you.
They'll curse you into a stone.
This city boy thinks he can come back,
and change the system
that's been running for ages?
Narrow-minded!
I have a long term plan, Dad.
I now know how to run your business.
I now know how to run your business.
All the theory in the world
won't help you face reality, Hok!
- I have a vision
- What vision!!
Enough! Cut it out!
If you're told, don't fight back.
Those are the words of your parents.
How was it?
Did you take care of everything?
Not yet, they asked us to pay them off.
Your father took me
away from selling cookies.
Don't ask me to question his decisions.
We are in too much debt,
and you know this.
My father is in no shape
to deal with these problems.
I am the one
who walks by his side here, Hok.
Then tell me,
how can we keep the company running?
We gotta stand up and
oppose this rotten system.
Change is needed!
It's not going to be that easy,
you put everyone at risk.
Too big of a risk.
"As long as the employees are
paid on time". That was his only rule!
You just said
it is not going to be
easy to make a change.
Change is never easy!
But if we do not start,
nothing will ever change.
Your father did mention
that you were going to do crazy things.
Mus, you're the smartest
person I know in Gantung.
I need you.
Alright.
Let's do it your way.
Hey, my brother!
Amazing!
I knew the father as a businessman.
Now his son is a businessman as well.
As the saying goes "The rotten
durian doesn't fall far from the tree."
How are you?
I've been looking forward to this moment.
Though it is obvious
that you do not have any business here.
This is a mining site
not some project you can mess with.
Your signature means nothing here.
So What can I do for you?
You have it wrong.
I am sitting here to save you.
I hold all the mining
permits for East Belitung.
Manggar, Gantung
Batu Penyu.. Name a place!
Bloody thief!
When things are difficult for us
he holds us all ransom!
You knew this was coming.
We will not give any
more payoffs to anyone.
Hok! That is not a choice!
We will cease
mining activities for a while.
Abdul!!
Yes, Sir?
Tell the workers
they don't have to work tomorrow.
What are you saying, Sir?
Isn't there another way?
Dul
Musyono will help you take care of this.
Please go home and rest, it's late.
I still need to speak with Musyono.
Alright, Sir.
Where is everyone?
So here's the thing, Sir.
Ahok has a plan for us.
It is only temporary.
His decision is for the best.
The best?!
We make sure
that they can provide for their families!
That is the best!
Not by keeping them at home!
Get them back here!
Now!!
Over here near the red circle,
don't forget,
all this needs to be completed.
Yes, Sir.
You were supposed to help me
save us from this situation!
You think I haven't been trying?
- You know exactly...
- You didn't try hard enough!!
You can't even hold
on to your own principals!
I thought
you could go
places with that brain of yours.
Don't even think about leaving Belitung
you won't make it out of Gantung!
I think it's time for me
to leave your side, Hok.
Why can't you appreciate my decision?
This is still my company.
You just make sure they get paid on time
not to make them suffer!
This company will not
survive with your decision!
This company will also
not survive if you don't pay
the people who give
their sweat for this company!
I know but there has to be sacrifices.
Look at this.
I have designed this system
where we will become profitable.
We can pay the debts
and the workers' salaries.
Don't show me what you read in a book.
I thought I taught you empathy?!
Empathy?
That will make this company bankrupt.
You are not listening.
Think of the workers.
How would their families feel
when they go home
with nothing but sweat?!!
Please leave now.
Get out!!
Frans, eat your food!
I am going back to Jakarta
to get my Master's Degree.
A Master's Degree?
Yes.
My children should
get the highest education.
But I would be extremely disappointed
if this is just
an excuse to run from Belitung.
You don't have to worry,
I will become greater than you.
Greater than me in debt?
I will settle all of your debts.
Asun!
How much is my debt?
Not in the mood to count.
Can't afford the payroll,
and you want to pay off my debt?
We don't know where life will take us,
and I will not be around forever.
So you have to think,
and set your course.
Even if they don't pay us,
we can still survive!
But if I don't help them,
their child won't make it till tomorrow.
Enough!
You want me to sell my gold again?!
Why don't you listen to Ahok?
We don't have money to give away!
That kid is full of theories!
What does he know?
That city boy came home
to help you when you were sick.
He should be the one you think about,
not other people's children!
You're going for practice?
That's crazy.
He not other people's children!
When are you leaving?
Later this afternoon, why?
Nothing
You will go to Jakarta for high school.
I don't think so.
Why not?
I want to stay here
to look after Mom and Dad.
Frans!
Hurry up! Let's go!
Okay, I gotta go
Hey! We have to spar later.
Do you think I'm scared of you?
Do not pretend that you don't have money.
This pharmacy money
is for restocking the medicine,
which you keep handing out for free!
If you keep doing this,
we're not only going to lose your company,
you're pulling down the pharmacy too!
Goddamnit
He drives me crazy with his stubbornness.
Hello
Hi Dad? You rarely call me.
Where's Mom?
So you just
want to talk to Mom and not me?
It's not like that.
When are you guys coming home?
Next Tuesday.
How are you feeling?
I'm feeling much better.
I hope you get well soon,
so I can show you my new moves.
My Champion of Belitung!
You are with Mr. Suyan, right?
Relax, Dad.
I can take care of myself.
Dad
Promise me you will look after yourself?
Yes, I promise.
Honey.
Stop it.
Stop it, honey.
I have to lay off the workers.
Maybe I should have listened to you.
Listen to me or to that city boy?
Maybe it's time for you to retire.
All your life, all you've done is work.
With or without the company,
Ahok will come home just for you.
Thank you.
Mom!
Ahok!
Why didn't you tell me
you were coming home?
Dad.
MASTER'S DEGREE CERTIFICATE
Congratulations.
So, what are your plans after this?
I will try to work in Jakarta first.
Don't you think it's time
to come home to Belitung?
What's wrong with Jakarta?
I can still use all my knowledge there.
It's hard to imagine
you receiving wages from someone else
when many others here
have high hopes for you.
Dad,
- for once
- Ahok!
I will keep on
searching for possibilities
however,
it seems like you all
have to start looking for another job.
According to the data
and with our current assets,
we have a way to pay off the debts.
Let it go.
My decision is final.
TIN MINING COMPANY OFFICE
Coffee with milk, please.
Already thinking of finding a new job?
Not yet, Sir.
I will stand by and help Tauke.
He helped everyone who asked for his help.
Now he is sick and no one can help him.
This is the least I can do.
Thank you.
I would be happy to work for
free as long as his health gets better.
But what can we do?
He doesn't want our help.
If only I was born as a smart person.
I could do way more for him.
I know what Tauke really wants,
is for his son to return home.
Nothing else matters to him.
Ahok is your best friend.
What happened between you two?
Brother,
please convince Ahok to come back.
Pa!
Where are you going?
To sort out the payroll.
You just recovered from the fever.
That means I'm back to normal.
Pa!
Nam!
What are you doing here?
Here, take it.
- What is this?
- See for yourself.
If it's more than what I owe you, keep it.
But if it's less, I apologize.
Drive carefully!
Sorry.
Did you hit yourself, Tauke?
Hit what?
I will take you to the pharmacy.
Tauke We have arrived.
Ma'am!
It's Tauke!!
- What's wrong?
- Hurry!
- What's wrong?!
- It's Tauke!
What happened?!
Pa!
- Pa!
- Pa!
Help!
Pa!
I want a grandchild.
Dad!
Here comes the city boy!
So how does it feel to be an employee?
Is it serious, Dad?
Do I look like a sick man?
You act like a boss,
you're nothing but an employee!
You were not meant to be desk bound,
you should be out in the field.
Not sitting all day in
air conditioned comfort.
I rushed home thinking
that you were in critical condition.
But you look fine.
Great!
Please don't get too sick.
I have a lot of work to do,
and I need to go
see mom before I go back.
Koko!
His results are positive.
He has cancer.
Please come home
look after dad.
He needs us now.
Study well, Harry.
Learn tourism in Switzerland.
The mining business here
won't last forever.
The same goes for my life.
It is no longer a secret that I am ill
and that I am going to leave you all.
Yuyu!
Finish your studies.
If I am still around,
you might have a chance to be my doctor.
And how about you, Hok?
With your studies and Master's Degree.
I will open my own mining company
just like you.
I already have an investor.
Wonderful!
Your company hasn't started,
yet already in debt
For sure your debt
will be greater than mine.
Regardless You should
be the leader of Belitung.
Fi
Look after your brothers,
and look after your mother.
Always be ready
to hunt tigers.
Let's eat.
I am lucky to be able
to care for him till the end of his life.
Bringing him back to Belitung,
and placing him next to Frans.
Plenty of his dreams
remain unaccomplished.
I will take
his responsibilities and his goals.
I understand now.
Thank you, Dad
Hey, Mom?
Move it to the left a bit
Yes, Mom?
What's up?
Hey there, sorry to keep you waiting.
Please wait a minute.
Mom!
I am starving!
THE INDONESIAN RUPIAH HAS PLUNGED
Hok, remember,
your father was heavily in debt.
Even during his final days,
he forced himself to
keep on helping others.
He made life hard, even for you.
I am worried
that you will end up like him.
After all I am his son, Mom.
It is no surprise for us to
share the same personality.
You don't have to worry.
I never hand out money
so I don't have any debts.
Sure you don't hand out money,
but it's the same thing,
letting those people outside
take free medication from the pharmacy.
You're making me suffer.
Mom everything will be okay.
The results look good.
This section. It could be more efficient.
I am on it, Sir.
- Thank you.
- Yes, Sir.
How is this mine site a nature reserve?!
Mr. Ahok!
Don't be naive
This system has been in
place since your father's time.
So You know exactly what to do!
Please, Sir!
It's not worth it.
Suyan, get the car.
Dad?
Dad?
Sit here.
Ahok, later when you grow up
you need to
become the leader of authority.
What for?
The rich control the poor.
The authority control the rich.
If you become a leader of authority,
you will have the power to deal with
people like the one in the office earlier.
They have power to help the people,
but instead
they fill up their own pockets.
Right or wrong, they don't care.
One day you'll
become their elected leader.
It's impossible for Chinese people
like us to become government officials.
Maybe not today, but
one day it will be possible.
Get as much knowledge as you can
and come home to build your hometown.
At the very least,
do something instead of just talking.
Give me your word?
I promise.
Are we Indonesian or Chinese?
Never stop loving this country, Hok.
It is true what Dad once said
Poor people don't go against the rich.
Rich people can't
go against the authority.
Just leave it.
Don't pick a fight we can't win.
It's that simple!
We can't just sit and do nothing, Yu!
As a businessman
you will need to be flexible.
This is not about agreeing or disagreeing.
This is about company survival.
How can a company survive
when those thieves
rob it in broad daylight!
I'm going into politics!
I will fight those corruptors!
Why are you laughing?
You don't have to get angry.
We support you no matter what.
I am now a doctor.
Fifi is a lawyer.
And everyone already knows
it has always been dad's wish
for you to become a leader of authority.
A Member of the Legislature
is not a leader of authority.
Regardless of what you will become,
we will support you.
But you have to be aware of the risks!
I don't like this.
Come on, let's eat.
Check.
Good afternoon, Ladies and Gentlemen.
I am a candidate member of
the Regional House of Representatives,
from the Perhimpunan Indonesia Baru Party.
My name is Basuki Tjahaja Purnama,
but people in my village, Gantung.
They all call me Ahok.
You can call me whatever you want.
Ahok or Basuki,
I am still the same person.
What a big crowd we have today.
In the name of
God I take this oath and promise.
That I will fulfill my duty
as a Member,
Chairman,
Vice Chairman
of the Regional House
of Representatives
of East Belitung District.
How come you never collected this, Sir?
Please sign it.
What is this?
The usual, your travel allowance.
But I haven't
travelled anywhere this month.
Just take it.
It will be a waste if you don't.
I can't!
I haven't travelled anywhere,
how can I accept this allowance?
Proceed, Mr. Ahok.
The budget for this education program
can be fulfilled by cutting
the costs of official travel allowances
that are too large.
Our budget is big,
but it is not used in the right place.
What do you mean not in the right place?
I was requested to
accept travel allowances
even though I had not travelled anywhere.
But I never take them.
If we are brave enough
to turn down this handout.
Imagine,
how many children who have dropped out
can continue
their proper education at school?
Back to you, Chairman.
Does anyone here agree
that this item is included in the agenda?
No matter how hard I work.
I can't do much if I am on my own.
Maybe now it is time
to honour Dad's wishes.
Your journey into
the Regional House of Representatives
is considered easy
because of Dad's history.
But a Government Official
is a different ball game.
Picture this
If I can become Head of Regent,
how much of the government's budget I can
use to help the people of East Belitung?
Hospitals?
Free of charge!
Education?
Free of charge!
So our people are well taken care of.
You are about to hunt tigers.
As your siblings, we'll be by your side.
But look in the mirror!
Fi!
Show me any laws or regulations
that denies people of Chinese descent
to become Head of Regent!
Show me!
We need to be strong
because this journey will not be easy.
We are the children of Kim Nam.
Since when have our lives been easy?
For almost a year as
a Member of the Legislature,
I've met many people in various villages.
And many have asked me,
"Ahok, what do you actually do?
Such a comfort!
Travelling with a car, chit-chat
over coffee, taking home a big paycheck
just like a celebrity."
I ask for the blessings of everyone here.
I am going to enter the elections
to become Head of Regent of East Belitung.
Don't believe what people say.
I am a witness of Mr. Kim Nam's life.
If that is the case,
then I am lucky to be the son of Kim Nam.
My father used to say,
"Don't be weary when
it comes to helping others."
I wish that the poor can say,
"I am rich."
The weak can say, "I am strong."
I will scare those
who stole the people's money.
He has little
influence as a Member of Legislature.
But we have a real problem
if he becomes Head of Regent.
We need to have one of our people inside.
You can't lose!
Don't you worry
our people will make their move tomorrow.
I have to go now.
You take care of the bill!
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I wish to share a few words.
Think about this.
From the Dutch era until today,
Belitung never had a Chinese leader.
Never in history!
Now there's
a big mouth Member of Legislature
running for Head of Regent.
I, as the head of this village
want to emphasise to all of you.
Do not vote for Ahok!
I knew I would find you here.
I thought you would
never talk to me again.
Please understand,
I didn't mean what I said back then.
I knew that, Hok.
But I am worried.
You used to be anti-officials.
Now you are about to become one of them.
What do you think?
Do you agree with
the issues spreading around?
I can't answer as simple
as agree or disagree, Hok.
So?
As far as I've learned,
there are different interpretations of
the same verse by different translators.
I don't have the knowledge
to explain it further to you
because I am not an expert on that topic.
You are a part of my family.
Don't be afraid to tell me the truth.
I will never choose you as a leader, Hok.
But as a servant for East Belitung,
you will be my number one choice.
Have faith, Hok.
Number five!
Hopefully more people
in East Belitung share that same thought.
Amen, Hok!
Number three!
What's going to happen if you lose?
I am not afraid of losing.
I am only afraid if I am wrong.
With this announcement,
candidate number three,
Basuki Tjahaja Purnama
and Khairul Effendi
has won
the election with 32% of the votes.
This decision will be
enforced on predetermined dates.
You have a significant lead
in your village,
which means you are much smarter than me.
Let's keep in touch after this election.
If you or your village
needs any assistance,
please do not hesitate to contact me.
Anytime.
Please excuse me.
What is the meaning of this?
His love for his homeland made me realize
that this was not
the end of my father's dreams.
This is the beginning of my journey.
My battle is not over.
I have learnt
to forgive and accept all of this,
for the good of our nation.
GOD NEVER SLEEPS
It would have a negative
effect on the citizens of Jakarta
the economic loss to them
from the road congestion caused
by the marches and demonstrations.
It is not appropriate to do
a demonstration against the process,
which I am going through at the moment.
I am concerned that there are chances
that other parties will take
advantage of our right to protest
by creating opportunites
for clashes with the opposition.
Thank you for the law
abiding demonstrations,
and lighting the candles
as a symbol of our struggle
to enforce the pillars of
the Constitution
of the Republic of Indonesia
through the State Philosophy
Pancasila, Constitution 1945 UUD45,
and Unity in
Diversity - Bhinneka Tunggal Ika.
Let us show that we believe
that God remains the only sovereign,
and holds the history of
every nation in His hands.
We shall show that we are
people who believe in God Almighty,
who equally loves all humans
and wishes justice for all.
God never sleeps.
One day I will see the real Monas.
I will bring you there.
Where is justice.
Where is honesty.
Which must be glorified.
We must fight for.
Their mouths are sealed.
Their shame is bought.
Feelings are uncertain.
Full of bribes.
Our beloved homeland,
The great Indonesia.
Which I will always defend,
Even if it puts my life at stake.
Kill the corruptors.
Kill those who impoverished the people.
Kill the corruptors.
That caused us to suffer.
Kill the corruptors.
Kill those who impoverished the people.
Kill the corruptors.
That caused us to suffer.
Kill the corruptors.
Kill those who impoverished the people.
Kill the corruptors.
That caused us to suffer.
Kill the corruptors.
Kill those who impoverished the people.
Kill the corruptors.
That caused us to suffer.
Kill the corruptors.
Kill those who impoverished the people.
Kill the corruptors.
That caused us to suffer.
Our beloved homeland,
the great Indonesia.
Which I will always defend,
Even if it puts my life at stake.
Have opinions, have opinions.
Many people don't like it.
Spark ideas.
Spark ideas.
Many people don't like it.
They criticize.
And get jealous.
They act overly.
Critical and cynical.
Want to make this.
Want to make that.
So many busybodies.
Want to build this.
Want to build that.
So many killjoys.
They act.
Culturally superior.
They act.
Religiously superior.
No matter what.
No matter what.
Babbling "don't care what they think".
I will stay
I will stay.
A person.
Who is free