YOUTH PLEDGE

YOUTH PLEDGE, also known as SUMPAH PEMUDA, is a documentary that examines how young Indonesians perceive their national identity while living outside their home country. The film incorporates personal identification document scans, objects representing Indonesian culture, and recitations of the Youth Pledge to create a multifaceted narrative.

The documentary features digital video of the Indonesian consulate in New York and 16mm footage capturing self-identified Indonesians posing for U.S. visa-compliant photos. This blend of various formats highlights the complexities of being 'Indonesian' in a global context, addressing questions of identity in an era marked by authoritarianism and fascism.

Collectors interested in contemporary documentaries will find value in YOUTH PLEDGE for its unique approach to storytelling and its focus on the experiences of a specific cultural group. This film offers an insightful perspective on migration, identity, and the challenges faced by the Indonesian diaspora.