Set in 1960s Java, a young Javanese woman betrays her teacher, falls in love and must face dire consequences.

Ratri Sujita

Nyai Santi

Young Ratri

Young Kamanjaya

Kamanjaya

Rahayu

Bagas Dewangga

Harjolukito

KGP Haryo

Sri

Lono

Djenar

Young Santi

Ningsih
Gowok isn’t just about the history of an old tradition. Behind it, there’s a story about tragic love, political ego, and sexuality. It also sheds light on a cultural practice most people today probably never even heard of reminding us that there was a time when sex education wasn’t just about the act itself, but also about how a husband plays a role in building a healthy, respectful marriage.
June 5, 2025

Ratri Sujita

Nyai Santi

Young Ratri

Young Kamanjaya

Kamanjaya

Rahayu

Bagas Dewangga

Harjolukito

KGP Haryo

Sri

Lono

Djenar

Young Santi

Ningsih
Gowok isn’t just about the history of an old tradition. Behind it, there’s a story about tragic love, political ego, and sexuality. It also sheds light on a cultural practice most people today probably never even heard of reminding us that there was a time when sex education wasn’t just about the act itself, but also about how a husband plays a role in building a healthy, respectful marriage.

