The Jungle School

The Jungle School (2013)

Sokola Rimba

An idealistic young woman travels to the jungles of Indonesia to teach literacy -- and much more -- to local children.

Date of release
2013-11-21
TMDB
6.9 / 10 (7)
Runtime
1h 30m
Genres
Drama, History
Director
Riri Riza

Casting

Interesting facts

  • Filmed in: Indonesia

The Jungle School is a 2013 biographical drama film written and directed by Riri Riza. It follows the life of the anthropologist and educator Butet Manurung, portrayed by Prisia Nasution.

Production

In October 2013, it was announced Miles Films had optioned the autobiographical book Sokola Rimba by anthropologist and educator Butet Manurung. Principal photography began in June 2013 and took place in Jambi. More than eighty Orang Rimba people took part during the filming.

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