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[tender music playing]

Komang! Hurry, we're gonna be late!

Let's take a shortcut.

The one that passes the beach? Is it faster?

Just follow me.

[indistinct chatter]

[kid] This garbage is from Java.

But it's polluting our beach.

I want to go to Java.

I could become a musician or an artist.

Right.

They say this garbage will drift back to Java.

Maybe you can get a free ride with it.

Hey, garbage! Bring my little brother along!

Hey. I'd probably be whale dinner.

[giggles]

Like the prophet Yunus?

But you're the Buton version, with darker skin.

[giggling]

Is that the beach?

Sure is.

[tender music continues]

BASED ON THE TRUE STORY OF RAIM LAODE AND KOMANG

[whines] Gosh, Arya.

Such a handsome young man.

Good morning. Om swastiastu.

- Swastiastu. - Swastiastu.

Going somewhere, Arya?

I'm just heading out with Komang.

Komang!

You know how teens are.

- Someone is going on a date. - Yes.

Where are we going?

I'll take you to a place that will make you happy.

You better mean it.

[ladies chatting indistinctly]

Mom, I'm going out for a bit.

[comedian] I'm mad at my grandma.

She's keeping a duck,

and she loves it more than me.

She said,

"I take care of the duck so it's healthy and lays eggs,

and you can have the eggs.

You wanna swap?

"I take care of you, but I take your eggs?"

[crowd laughing, clapping]

[comedian 2] The second child is so unlucky,

always getting the first child's leftovers.

I thought I had it the worst,

but my fifth younger sibling is worse off.

The clothes they wear were handed down so many times,

the Adidas shirt was reduced to just the letter "A."

[crowd laughing]

[comedian 2] Just wear it!

[Ode] My name is Raim Laode

I'm originally from Wangi-wangi,

but I live in Baubau.

So which one is it?

Am I fragrant or stinky?

[scattered laughter]

Anyone up for a sniff?

You?

No, thanks.

Not you, I'm talking to the lady over there.

You're way too cocky.

But you can get in line, mister.

- [crowd laughing] - I see you're pretty cute.

Mind sharing your skincare tips so my face can look better?

[crowd laughing]

And the girls in Wakatobi?

Whoo! They're gorgeous.

The girls in Baubau are no match.

If they start fighting…

[crowd laughs]

…they're done for.

[crowd cheering, clapping]

If there is a regent election, then win…

[Komang laughing]

[Arya] Well?

Did I manage to make you happy?

Yeah, I guess.

Although that Raim guy was the only one who was funny.

That's all right.

What matters is I get to see your smile today.

All good? I'm serious, don't play with me.

You're hilarious. You own the stage and the crowd.

He's got the hang of it.

Right.

- Give it a try, just the opening? - The opening.

[stuttering] First, I'll say a greeting.

Nice!

"Hello, my name is Ode."

I can't think!

- [chuckling] - I have no business doing it.

Women like it though.

- Right? - True.

Yet you can't get a girl. [Mocking laugh]

Just you wait!

I'm focused on chasing my dream of going to Jakarta.

Once I've made it, finding a girl won't be hard.

- Yeah right. - Don't worry. Tomorrow,

come with me to the campus.

I'll introduce you to my girl's friend.

[Ode] Who?

There's someone, but we need the right timing.

- You in? - [I can] Count me in.

Ade.

I want to talk to you about something.

What is it? About the organization?

No.

[phone buzzing]

Yes, Mom?

Okay, I'll get it for you.

Okay.

My mom wants me to buy incense. Can we drop by and get some?

Okay.

What did you want to say?

No, it's nothing.

All right then, let's go.

[Komang] Try some.

Try this sample, it's free.

I'd like some.

What is this?

Mm!

It's good.

This is laklak.

[exclaiming] Hi!

He ate it first.

Have you paid for that? We want some too.

It's not free?

- How could you? - Pay for it! It's their income.

Should I spit it out?

It's okay, it's free.

Come on, stop joking!

Are you guys close?

Ade, this is Ode.

Raim Laode.

Ode, this is Ade. Komang Ade.

- Ade, Ode. What a match! - Sure is!

- Like, onde mande. - Ote-ote!

[giggling]

Onde mande, the Betawi art show?

Exactly! [Chuckling]

That's really cheap.

Babe, it's funny, right?

[forced laughter]

It's funny, right?

Babe, I wanna go over there.

- Come on, let's play. - Come on.

Hey, Raim.

Good luck.

[bright music playing]

[Ode] Since I…

Asked for your food,

can I

also ask… for your number?

Sure.

Sorry. Let me hold that for you.

[deep breaths]

This is my dad's number.

Huh?

Is this okay?

[chuckles] It used to be his.

[chuckling] Oh.

So now it's your number?

It'd be awkward if I called and your dad picked up.

What would I say?

Should I ask for more laklak?

It would be funny.

Since my dad has passed away, he can't pick up.

Are you serious?

I'm sorry, I didn't know…

I'm just kidding. [Chuckling]

So he's still alive?

He passed away. But that's my number.

[chuckling] Oh.

Dark jokes, huh?

You've got a knack for being a comedian.

Umm…

If I ask you out sometime,

would you mind?

[man] Raim!

See you.

Where are you, dan?

[tender music]

SHOULD I PICK YOU UP AT YOUR HOUSE?

LET'S JUST MEET THERE.

Boy!

What?

I need your advice.

I'm going out with a girl.

Your motorcycle is free, right?

Yeah, it's free because it's broken.

What about Dad's?

[Boy] He went to buy sandpaper with it.

Gosh, again?

Does he want to polish the streets?

Maybe.

I'm busy here.

If you want to ride it, go get this fixed.

[sighs]

I'M NEARBY.

I'M USING ICAN'S MOTORCYCLE.

BUT ICAN IS NOT COMING.

[chuckles]

Komang, are you going out with Arya?

No.

It's a friend I haven't introduced you to.

A guy?

Don't stay out too late.

I won't.

Why are you smiling like that?

Why? Do I look scary?

Yeah.

You scared the life out of me.

[chuckles]

It's not funny, isn't it?

It's funny.

You, I mean.

[chuckling shyly]

Here.

[Ode] Do I smell?

Huh?

No.

Don't you worry, I've showered.

No skin diseases either. All good.

I wasn't thinking that.

So why are you sitting so far away?

I could even put a ship between us.

Eyes on the road.

[tender music playing]

[Ode] I'm back! I'm Raim Laode.

I'll be your tour guide at Keraton Fort today.

[Komang chuckles]

But it's strange, it's a little empty today.

Just one guest.

What's your name?

Komang Ade.

- Oh, Komang Ade. - [Komang chuckles]

I see.

This is Keraton Fort,

the largest fort in the world.

It's an Indonesian fort that was built by the locals

of the Buton Sultanate.

Miss Komang Ade,

do you know who normally constructs forts?

[hums]

Komang!

No.

Construction workers?

Not quite.

Laode!

Perhaps.

[Komang chuckles]

Perhaps.

I've been wondering, what do La Ode and Wa Ode mean?

It's simple.

"La" means men, "Wa" means women,

and "Ode" means overdose.

- I'm being serious! - [giggling]

Okay, okay.

Ode is a title of nobility in Buton.

There's La Ode and Wa Ode.

La means La ilaha ill all ah,

and Wa means Wa asyhadu Anna muhammadar rasulullah.

So Buton's people carry both God's and the prophet's names.

What does Komang mean?

The third child.

That's it?

Yeah, that's it. The third child.

No historical significance?

I don't think so.

Oh, I see.

You've been in Sulawesi for some time, right?

It must be so different from Bali, where tourists are everywhere.

[hums]

Feels the same.

As long as my mom is happy, I'm fine.

Even so, sometimes she nags a lot.

Despite all the complaints,

when something goes wrong,

our mom is always the first one to help.

You're totally different on-stage than when we're talking like this.

Hmm?

I knew it.

You agreed to hang out with me

because of love at first sight, right?

[exclaiming]

You're so full of yourself.

[chuckling]

It just dawned on me.

I'm out with Komang,

whose name means the third child,

known as Ade, three letters,

and I borrowed a motorcycle to go with Komang, known as Ade,

from a third friend.

[whispers] In the name of God.

Do you… want to

go out with me?

I mean,

just so we're both on the same page.

Hold on, we just met. Isn't it too soon?

Right.

You have a point.

How about this?

We're going to hang out for three hours.

Let's try being in a relationship.

If you think we're a good match, we'll keep going.

But if not,

you can end it.

So?

Handshake?

To seal the deal.

Our dating.

Aw, man.

You don't want to shake hands with a Buton noble?

[Ode chuckles]

["Lesung Pipi" by Raim Laode playing]

Who do we have here?

What's your name?

- Ode. - Okay, Ode.

Dolphins are capable of echolocation.

Echolocation is…

I can't focus if you film me like that.

[laughing]

Keep going.

["Lesung Pipi" by Raim Laode continues playing]

[music fades]

Thanks for the ride home.

Sure. Wait.

So…

We've been dating for three hours,

and I said that if you think we're a match, we'll continue,

but if not, feel free to end it.

It's okay if you decide to end it.

I'll just go home feeling sad.

You see the sky?

It's cloudy, as if it's feeling sad.

Ready to cry.

So? Do we continue dating?

It's raining!

Huh?

[Komang laughs]

Why is it raining so hard all of a sudden?

No idea.

Is it okay if I stay here for a bit?

It's okay.

Hey.

Do you mind if I pray here?

Maghrib is almost over.

Yeah, sure.

[tender music playing]

Come in.

You can pray here.

Okay.

[groans] It's dead.

Can I borrow your phone real quick?

QIBLA

- This way. - Oh.

Is your Qibla facing west?

It's the opposite of mine.

I see.

The bathroom is over there.

Let me dry your jacket.

- You don't have to. - No worries. It should dry out.

[Ode praying in Arabic]

- [thunder rumbles] - Amen.

[sighs]

Ma'am.

Sorry, I was praying…

Hi.

It's still pouring.

Looks like it'll last a while.

What do I do?

I can't go home in the rain.

I mean, you can.

If anything, your jacket might get a cold.

Burping and all. Just give it a massage.

Give it a go and update me tomorrow.

Your jokes aren't bad at all.

You'll be even funnier if I mentor you.

See you later.

Peace be upon you.

Om swastiastu.

[movie playing indistinctly on TV in the distance]

[coughing in the distance]

Dear?

Dear.

Quit smoking. Drink some water.

- Gosh. - Just a minute, dear.

Just a minute.

- That's enough. - Where's the movie?

You've smoked a lot today.

Last one.

You keep saying that.

- I swear. - Dad.

Buy a spark plug? The motorcycle is broken.

- What's wrong? - It won't start.

- Change the spark plug. - Peace be upon you.

[Ode's dad and Ode's mom] And upon you peace.

Everyone's here.

[Ode's dad] Yes.

[chuckling]

You were out in the rain? You might get sick.

Don't worry, Mom. I'm happy, I won't get sick.

He'll be fine.

Because he's in love.

Don't get some kid pregnant, you hear me?

- Dear! - Oh my God, Dad!

Sheesh.

Ode!

Calm down, dear.

- What woman did he brave the rain for? - He's young. Let him be.

He's young. Let him be.

[grunts]

[Ode's dad] Move aside, I'm watching here.

Psst.

Who is it?

Wanna know?

The girl he's courting

is the daughter

of a mother

and of a father.

She was born to her parents.

The aunt's niece?

Maybe.

- Yeah. - [chuckles]

Have you prayed?

[wheezing]

- Why are you laughing? - Funny.

- She's funny. - That means my joke is funny.

- No! I'm the funny one! - I thought I was funny.

[giggling]

She's so lovely.

Aww.

What are you looking at?

You're so nosy.

What's with the heart eyes?

You're so annoying!

Stop bothering me and go pray.

Let me see.

Don't fall for her too.

- Just a peek. - Let me kiss her.

Stop!

That's mine!

[smooches] I kissed her first.

[tender music playing]

[Ode] Did you know?

I'm the luckiest person on Earth

because I get to see your beautiful smile.

[chuckles]

Let's just go.

Ma'am, peace be upon you.

- Mom. I'm heading out. - Om swastiastu.

Come on.

[tender music continues playing]

Over there.

WHAT ARE YOU DOING, THREE LETTERS?

I'M MISSING SOMEONE.

THE IMAM IS NERVOUS BECAUSE HIS TARAWIH CONGREGATION IS PEVITA PEARCE

Islam.

That's Pevita Pearce. Take a good look!

- You're right. - But she's a Muslim, right?

Yeah, it says so on her Wikipedia.

How about this one?

Huh?

Stay out of it. They've been dating for a year.

Let him have his freedom.

Yeah, seriously.

What freedom? Your freedom led them with no end in sight.

All because you introduced them.

Why blame me?

I only opened the door. He took it further.

You still introduced them to the path of sin.

Cut it out!

If you want to go for it, just go for it. I'll skip.

Stop being distracted by women. Let's focus on our careers.

Yeah. Got any news?

I just remembered something.

You want to do stand-up with Boy, right?

You should go for the audition.

I think this is the right choice. It could take you to Jakarta.

True. There's plenty of Muslim women over there.

Are girls all you think about?

When's the audition?

Um… tomorrow.

- [Husni] He's talented, you know. - [I can] Go practice.

[phone dings]

- [I can] Focus. - [Husni] They are funny.

But our group…

[exclaims] Gosh! Oh my God.

I need to stop by Ade's place first.

To help her prepare for Galungan.

Oh my God. Huh?

- Is he converting? - He's faltering.

Lakum dinukum waliya din.

- For you is your religion… - There he goes.

- …and for me is my religion. - Preach.

You're a preacher now?

- It's only been a year. - Balinese girls are there.

I'm coming. Balinese girls, seriously?

- [traditional Balinese music] - [indistinct chatter]

Om swastiastu. Peace be upon you.

Om swastiastu.

Sorry I'm late, I was looking after my kid.

No worries.

In Bali, we'd make a pork la war.

I checked the market earlier, but they didn't have it.

It's hard to find here.

Squid la war is good as well.

Not everyone is able to eat pork la war.

It'll taste especially great if it's Kadek's cooking.

Thank you.

It's done.

Arya was supposed to be your future son-in-law.

He's kind, handsome, successful,

and he's like a brother.

Not Raim.

They're just friends. It's nothing serious.

How can it be friendship when they're always together everywhere?

Warn Komang to not end up like Kadek

before it's too late.

If you pass away,

who's going to take care of your Ngaben ceremony?

Auntie, where are the flowers?

In the kitchen, on the bottom shelf.

Just have a look there.

- Okay. - Thanks.

How is it?

This la war is as lovely as you, Komang.

Mom. I can't believe you're comparing me to squid la war!

I'm a dolphin, not a squid.

There's no such thing as dolphin la war. This girl…

Komang.

Did you hear?

Arya secured a job in Kalimantan.

He's bound for success,

and he's from Bali, just like us.

I'm gonna go help Kadek.

Komang.

I'm talking to you right now.

Sit!

No mother wants her child to suffer.

They only wish them happiness.

If your own mother, who gave you life, thinks this way,

imagine how your Creator feels about you.

[thuds]

Gosh.

[sighs]

Thanks.

Do I look like a Made or a Nyoman?

You do.

You look like an "I Nyoman Hanuman."

Huh?

[monkey noises]

Lovely weather today.

You're taking the audition to go to Jakarta?

Yeah.

Is this because of what my mom said earlier?

What did she say?

I'm serious.

Me too. I didn't hear anything.

Oh, I know.

I bet she's proud that I look like Ade.

By the way, what is this for?

This is an offering.

To show our gratitude.

How long will you stay in Jakarta?

[sighs] I can't say for sure.

If I make it big, amen.

I might stay there for good.

I hope you succeed and make it to Jakarta.

[exclaims]

That's exactly what I need, prayers from all directions!

If both our Gods bless me,

there's no way I'll fail.

[chuckling]

[somber music playing]

[phone dings]

Komang.

Your mom's asking for you. She needs your help.

Okay. I'll go over there.

What about me?

Need my help?

No need, I don't want to trouble you.

- All good. - Come on.

Take it easy.

Relax.

Just completely ignore my presence, huh?

[man] The winner is… Raim Laode!

[cheering, clapping]

[crowd shouts encouragingly]

Five scrubs in! If I keep at it, a genie will come out!

[Ode's dad] Just be patient.

You're always so fussy when I ask for help.

[Ode] Peace be upon you!

And upon you peace and God's mercy and blessings.

[Ode's dad exclaims]

[Ode's dad] My beloved son is here.

[Ode groans]

What? You need anything?

You finish that.

- Here you go. - Go.

I brought some food for dinner.

Oh. I'll take it upstairs.

Okay.

[Boy] Okay.

Peace be upon you.

And upon you peace and God's mercy and blessings.

Hello.

[indistinct chattering]

- Hey! - What, Dad?

Why do you keep on staring at her?

She's not going to disappear.

Are you serious about her?

Of course.

[protesting groan]

I wouldn't bring her here if I wasn't.

You'll face a heavy burden.

I know that, Dad.

Hey, Raim.

Is she serious about you?

I think so.

[skeptical huff]

I'm your son, don't treat me like that.

Listen to me.

It's in human nature

to love and care for one another,

regardless of religion.

But as a leader,

your follower should be of the same faith.

[somber music playing]

Anyway, don't stress about it.

Leave it to fate.

If you're meant to be with her,

there will be a way.

[chuckles]

- Now that's my dad. - "Now that's my dad."

Peace be upon you!

[Ode's mom] And upon you peace and God's mercy and blessings.

[Ode] And upon you.

[Ode's dad] There he is!

Mr. Dua.

- How are you? - How are you?

- I'm good, thanks to God. - Thank God.

I heard you're going to Jakarta?

Soon.

Have you eaten yet?

[in Arabic] I take refuge in Allah from the cursed devil.

In the name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.

O Allah, bless us in what You have provided for us,

and protect us from the punishment of the Fire.

Amen.

Amen.

Amin ya rabbal alamin.

[men murmuring] Amen.

Let's dig in.

[Ode] Let's go.

- Whoosh! - [Ode's mom] Get a plate for Mr. Dua.

[exclaims] So good!

[chuckles]

- [Ode] Mr. Dua. - [Ode's mom] Pass the plate.

Mom, are you excited that he's leaving home?

Is that why we have a feast?

I'm not excited, I'm sad.

Think of this as

a prayer for your upcoming success in Jakarta.

May it go well.

I pray for my children to always be under Allah's protection.

[in unison] Amen.

May they stay far from drugs…

[Ode and Ode's dad] Amen.

[Ode's mom] …and from women.

- Amen. - [Ode] Amen.

No amen to that?

No way. What if women stay away,

but we're approached by men instead?

- Hey! - Oh my God!

See? You laughed.

For me, I don't want that. I'd prefer women to approach me.

- Whatever. - Stop joking like that.

But where's the beef?

We normally have beef for a feast, right?

[Ode's mom] This is plenty enough.

Beef isn't your thing, Boy.

No need to make a fuss.

- [Boy] But beef is part of a feast… - Dad is right.

- Enough about that. - We don't like beef anyway.

Cows don't like us either, right?

[chuckles]

[Boy] Nice joke. Use that in the competition.

And get eliminated.

[Boy laughs]

- ♪ Happy birthday to you ♪ - Whose birthday is it?

♪ Happy birthday to you ♪

♪ Happy birthday, happy birthday Happy birthday to you ♪

[cheering, clapping]

Oops. I blew it out.

Dad, give me your lighter.

It went out.

The wind was too strong.

You and your big breath.

Oh, it's your birthday?

Here, go ahead. Say a prayer.

[exclaiming]

- Mr. Dua, dig in. - Thank you.

You're welcome.

[indistinct chatter, clattering]

[Ode] Time flies.

We've been together for a while now.

You're graduating soon,

and busy with your organization,

and I'm getting ready to leave for Jakarta.

[sighs]

To be honest,

I…

I can't do this without you.

That's why I hope you understand

why I'm doing this.

I understand.

I'll wait for you.

I love you so much.

Do you?

- Here we go again. - [chuckles]

I'm being serious.

Really? How serious?

Two million percent.

- Two million? - Two million!

Not convinced? Five million percent serious!

[chuckling]

As long as

you haven't made your vow on the altar,

and I'm still alive,

I will always love you.

I love you too.

[chuckles]

[tender music playing]

[gasps]

Java's garbage!

[laughing]

[tender music playing]

[Ode] Yes.

[Ode's dad] Again?

Take care.

Wish me luck.

Take care, son.

Yes, Mom.

I'll miss you a lot.

[sniffling]

- Bye. - Don't forget to pray.

Yes, ma'am.

[Boy] Bye.

Wish me luck.

God willing.

- [Ode's mom] Take care. - [Boy] I will.

[tender music playing]

Take care.

I will.

Quit it, Dad.

This is my last one.

I promise.

Yes.

- You take care too, Dad. - I will.

[soft laugh]

I'm going away for a while.

Okay?

I'll be missing you.

Take care.

Let me know as soon as you get there.

- [I can] Take a seat in the front. - Peace be upon you.

Hey. Where do I sit?

You can sit in the back.

What am I? A sacrificial lamb?

You'll still reach Jakarta.

You can visit Malioboro too.

Of course. Want me to get you a souvenir?

I'd love that.

[Boy] What kind?

One of those dangling things would be nice.

Oh, like a keychain?

No.

A clothes hanger. Like…

- You wouldn't get it. - [Ode] I can, help me out here.

[Ode] I can, I can't open the door.

- [Ode] The door won't open. - [I can] Then get in the back.

- I'll be going. - Boy.

Make space.

Let's be sacrificial lambs together.

Okay.

Bye.

Take care, Mom.

[tender music playing]

[up-tempo music playing]

[no audible dialog]

[Boy] Is that Monas?

- Monas! - It is!

- Monas! - Monas! Take a pic!

- The top of it is made of gold. - Gold? Really?

How do you know?

- Some guy told me. - [laughing]

[man] Bro!

[in English] It's awesome in Minnesota.

[in English] Welcome to Jakarta. [Laughs]

South Jakartan pantun!

[in English] Come on, let's go.

My man, call me Maman.

Come on.

[in English] This is your apartment, bro.

You'll be staying here while you're in Jakarta.

- [in English] Okay, enjoy. - Thank you.

[exclaims in awe]

[Ode] All right.

- Raim. - Hmm?

Mom keeps saying that Dad smokes too much.

Oh.

[sighs]

What are you doing?

Let me write a song first.

What about stand-up materials?

We can do that later.

[phone buzzing]

Hello.

Peace be upon you.

[Ode] And upon you peace. Om swastiastu.

What are you doing, Three Letters?

I'm peeling onions right now. What are you doing?

I just finished the ashr prayer.

Guess what?

I live on the twentieth floor,

so my prayers get to the heavens faster than yours.

No way. Prayers reach the heavens equally from anywhere.

But my prayers get there faster

because you're on the ground.

That's not true.

With all the pollution, your prayer might get lost.

I guess so.

Let me know when you're not busy.

I'd like to video call.

[Ode makes teasing noises]

You miss this handsome face already?

Handsome face?

More like a coral reef to me.

We are out of incense.

Yes, Mom.

I'm gonna go help my mom.

Call me later.

Okay.

Peace be upon you.

Hey, you ready?

Yeah.

With that bag?

[groans]

You look like a debt collector. We're gonna party.

- You don't get Jakarta at all. - What party?

People's party!

People's party?

Who was that? Raim?

What is he doing in Jakarta?

If he was committed, he wouldn't have left.

Men are quick to stray,

especially in a city like Jakarta.

You should learn from your sister Kadek's experience.

After getting married, she barely comes home.

I can count her visits with one hand.

Okay?

[somber music playing]

You know how Mom is.

Who'd want to visit if she keeps acting like that?

Are you really sure about Raim?

Think it over.

Do you want to end up like me?

Exciting, isn't it?

Yeah.

[Maman] I'll take care of everything!

[Maman] Order up!

Okay.

A glass of water.

Make it two.

Oh dear.

This is Jakarta.

[exclaims] Hey. Istighfar, Boy!

That's sinful!

- Take it easy. - Come on.

You may say that now, Raim,

but once she sits next to you, you'll freeze up.

[giggling]

Don't worry.

I have a girlfriend.

- You do? - Yup.

Oh no.

Remember,

relationships and family are private matters.

Keep them out of your profession, or you'll lose focus.

That's not it.

Rest assured. I'm still single.

No wonder.

But Raim's girl is a good kid.

She's kind and won't be a bother.

We're here to focus on our careers.

- [chuckling] - He's right.

That means you're CWP.

What's that?

Careful with your partner.

Not CMP?

What's that?

Collecting more partners.

[laughing] I like that.

But you're MTP.

What's that?

Missing the punchline! Not funny!

[laughing]

You're from Wakatobi too?

You look like a coral reef.

After a bombing.

Ouch.

Messed up.

[crowd laughing, clapping]

We're good, though. Peace.

Listen, guys.

For us Wakatobi people, breakups are hard to move on from.

Why?

Because everyone looks the same!

Identical!

No difference.

- So after a breakup… - Komang.

Komang.

[Komang's mom] Komang.

- [laughter from TV] - [Komang's mom] Komang.

Komang.

Turn down the TV volume a bit.

You didn't even notice we had a guest.

It's okay, Auntie.

- I'm sorry, Arya. - It's okay, she was watching TV.

- There's a parcel for Komang. - [TV continues, softer]

- What did you buy? - Incense.

[Komang's mom] Do you need some?

Uh… no, Auntie.

But if you're ever low on incense, let me know.

I have a lot at home. I'll bring some over.

[Ode on TV] Finding girls is like finding fish in the sea.

- If you don't get it… - [Arya] Komang.

[show continues indistinctly]

Can I talk to you outside?

[laughter on TV, show continuing indistinctly]

Okay.

- Excuse me, Auntie. - Okay.

[show continuing indistinctly]

[Arya] Hello.

- Hello, Arya. - Hello.

- Sit down, Komang. - Thank you.

What's up? What do you want to talk about?

Are you still setting up your tutoring place tomorrow?

Yeah.

Let me help with photos or anything else.

Sure.

If you don't mind.

I don't mind.

I'm always available for you 24/7.

[chuckles awkwardly]

I asked Ola to help.

[phone dings]

Inshallah… she can help out.

BOY DIDN'T MAKE IT…

[somber music]

[Arya] Raim?

Yeah.

Hang on.

- [phone buzzing] - [Ode] What do I do?

- [Boy] Easy, there. - You can't leave.

This is just how it is.

I know I didn't perform my best.

You pursue your dreams here.

I'll look after our parents back at home.

This is the way.

So you can focus here.

Okay? Leave the people in the village to me.

Don't worry about me.

- [sighs] How can I not worry about you? - There, there.

- [Boy] It's okay. - [phone buzzing]

- [voicemail] The number you are calling… - [clicks tongue]

[somber music playing]

After spending weeks in Jakarta…

They say Jakarta is hot, but Wakatobi is even worse.

It's like every house gets its own sun.

- [laughing] - [Ode] It's so hot…

[Ode] I can't fail, Ade.

You said it yourself.

If you dream big,

keep your spirit high, don't let it hang low like a clothesline.

[Komang] I'll always support you from here.

God wouldn't bring you this far just to make you fail.

[sighs]

I wonder how Boy is doing.

I have to fight on my own now.

[Komang] Ode.

You always fight your own battles.

Others may walk alongside you,

but no one can walk in your place.

What are you doing?

I'm sending out an echolocation signal. Can you hear it?

What? Are you a dolphin?

Can you hear it?

What?

My way of saying I miss you.

ENGLISH TUTORING CENTER

[Ode] Hang in there.

This is part of our journey.

I'll get even busier,

but I have to succeed.

[Komang] I understand.

I'll always support you from here.

Raim!

Raim!

Meet Natasha, a music producer.

Oh, hi.

- Natasha. - Raim.

FEELING GRATEFUL AND EXCITED TO START A NEW JOURNEY

Stay calm. Keep your spirits up.

Bro.

- How are you? - I'm good.

- See you. - Bye.

[gasps] Man.

Was that Afgan?

- Yeah. - The real Afgan?

- The singer, yeah. Yeah. - He's your friend?

Don't lie. He's your friend?

- Yes, the Afgan. - That's crazy.

[Ola] Okay, so…

Does anyone know the English word for "bunga"?

[kids in English] Flower!

Good.

Rini, what flower do you like?

ARE YOU THAT BUSY? CALL ME WHEN YOU CAN.

[Rini] Sunflower.

[Ola] What's that in English?

[Rini in English] Sunflower.

- I like sunflowers too. - Good job.

Does anyone know the English word for "hujan"?

- Me! - Rain!

- Good. - Usually, when it rains,

I like to get soaked in the rain.

- [Ola] Really? - When I go home.

- [Ola] Can you do that? - Yeah.

- [Ola] Don't you get in trouble? - But I must change first.

[Ola] Oh.

Let's go.

Are you happy being a Muslim?

I feel nothing but gratitude so far.

Why are you asking that?

No reason. Just curious.

My dad said

that faith requires conviction.

If you hesitate, then it's no longer belief,

but doubt.

How are you and Raim?

We're fine.

I figured.

I wish someone would fight over me too.

Like…

[whines playfully]

"Stop! Don't fight over me."

"I can choose for myself!"

- "Don't touch me! No!" - [woman] Ola!

Get my prayer gown! I want to pray.

Hang on.

Ade.

Let's go.

[Ode] What do I do now?

You're already on the right track, Raim.

SUCU is just a stepping stone.

[in English] It's like a… jump stone.

[chuckles]

Right?

Huh? What do you mean?

See? He agrees.

[chuckles]

Everyone should first be familiar with Raim Laode.

So I shouldn't go home yet?

Yeah. You can't just go back and forth between Sulawesi and Jakarta.

Three days in Jakarta is barely more than a seminar trip.

A week?

Study tour!

A month?

Enough questions! Sit.

Hey.

[Maman] There she is. Nat!

- How are you? Sorry you had to wait. - I'm doing great, Nat.

How are you?

I'm good, thanks. Hello. Hi.

[stammers]

[chuckling] How are you?

- [stammers] I'm good. - Okay.

- Sit down. So I let her know that… - Okay.

…you play guitar and write songs.

She used to manage Ebiet G. Ade.

Now he's become Ebiet G. A plus.

[cackling]

That's too much.

Let her check out your songs.

It's not finished, though.

As long as there's some sound in it.

Okay.

Do you mind wearing this?

I don't mind.

- Here. - Okay, thanks.

[faint music playing over phone]

It's good.

Really good.

Nice demo.

- Really? - Mm-hmm.

When can we start recording?

See? [Exclaims]

That was quick.

Um… I'm ready anytime.

[in English] Okay, good.

[Maman in English] Yes! Okay.

- Let's order something. - All right.

[Maman] Excuse me!

Uh…

Um…

Here.

I've informed Maman that we usually take care of distribution.

[in English] But we're open for discussion.

Got it.

By the way, you live in Jakarta, right?

Sometimes, I travel between Jakarta and Baubau.

And Baubau is in…?

Sulawesi.

That's tough.

[Komang] Did your producer get to hear the song?

[Ode] Yeah. She likes it.

I must finish this song soon.

So I can't go home yet.

MAY THIS PROJECT BRING BLESSINGS.

Mm…

It's okay.

This is your moment.

Is your producer a guy?

A girl.

How about you?

Haven't you been close with Arya lately?

I'm not.

But you're with Arya more than you're with me, right?

You're not any better.

You're always with your producer.

Ade.

We are dating,

but that doesn't mean you're tied down.

If you find someone better,

I won't stop you.

Go ahead.

[somber music playing]

What do you mean?

That doesn't sound like a relationship.

Do you want to break up?

Maybe that's for the best.

Hello?

Hello?

Ade…

[heavy breathing]

[sniffling]

[Ibu] Komang.

Why have you been ordering incense online?

[Komang] It's simpler that way.

Aren't you going to shower? I thought Raim was coming.

He's not.

When is he coming?

Ode has things to do in Jakarta.

Oh, Komang.

Be more realistic, won't you?

Look at what's in front of you

instead of chasing something far away.

When Arya is here,

he stops by every day to help us out.

He's kind, Komang.

Yes, Mom.

Why not see where it goes?

[sighs]

Kadek moved with her husband.

If I'm with Arya,

he'll take me to Kalimantan.

You'll be all alone here, and even lonelier.

If you're with Raim, he will take you to Jakarta too.

Either way, I'll be alone.

At least if you're with Arya, I'll feel more at ease.

Okay?

[sighs]

I guess love by itself isn't enough.

Do you know this saying?

A woman is always faced with two choices.

Accepting the man who proposes to them,

or waiting for the man they love to do so.

But I get to choose my soulmate, right?

I think

that's up to fate to decide.

Rini.

Are you done playing?

Yes, Auntie.

You can take off your hijab if it's hot.

No, my mom says I look prettier with a hijab.

You are pretty, Rini.

- Let's go home, then. - [Rini] Yeah.

Good girl.

Say what to Auntie?

- Bye, Auntie Komang. - Bye, Rini, Ola.

Auntie.

Peace be upon you.

And upon you peace.

What are you doing here?

I'm here to deliver Ode's donation to the temple, mosque, and church.

My husband is not doing too well.

[coughing]

[coughing]

Please pray for his recovery.

[somber music playing]

[Ode's mom] Ade.

I'm at a loss.

Whenever Dad asks

about Ode,

how Ode is doing,

I don't know how to answer.

I think

he really misses Ode.

Do you still keep in touch often?

If you do,

tell him to come home.

His father misses him.

HOPEFULLY, THIS COLLABORATION WILL BE A SWEET START

[Arya] I've talked to your mom.

I want us to take the next step. I want to marry you.

What are you even saying?

I know this can't come as a surprise to you.

You've always known how I feel.

I know you and Raim are a thing,

but I can't bear to see you like this.

You're precious, Ade. You deserve certainty.

And you have me here. A certainty.

Ade.

You're wasting your time.

I hate seeing you feeling down because of Raim.

Ade.

Ade.

Ade, give me a chance to make you happy.

Ade.

Let me ease the pain that Raim left behind.

[tender, somber music]

Dear.

Dear.

Wake up. It's time to pray.

And… there it is.

- [in English] Easy listening. - [phone buzzing]

- See? - Magic tricks?

Not witchcraft.

- Thanks. - [phone keeps buzzing]

So, where were we?

Uh, about the drums.

Right.

If possible, add a touch of trumpet too.

We can arrange that.

Okay. But just at one point.

[phone buzzing]

We'll sort it out back at the office…

- Excuse me. - Okay.

[Ode sighs]

[Boy] Peace be upon you.

Hello. Peace be upon you.

What's up? I'm in a meeting.

[sniffling] Be patient, stay strong.

Dad has passed away, Raim.

[sobbing] Dad has passed away, Raim.

[background music fades]

Our dad has passed away.

Our dad is gone, Raim.

What will we do?

Please come home.

["Bersenja Gurau" by Raim Laode playing]

Ode, my condolences.

[Ode] Thank you.

Stay strong.

[sniffling]

[indistinct prayers]

["Bersenja Gurau" by Raim Laode continues playing]

[Ode] Let's wash the motorcycle together.

I'll wash your motorcycle every day, I promise.

I swear to Allah.

I will never sulk in front of you again.

Wake up, Dad.

Wake up!

Raim, let it go.

I can't, Boy!

You promised you'd take care of him.

You promised.

[Ode] Right?

[sobbing] He's gone, Boy!

Boy!

[Ode sobs] Mom.

Everything in life comes in pairs.

We complete each other.

[scoffs]

Even smoking has to be philosophical for you?

["Bersenja Gurau" by Raim Laode continues playing]

[mourners chanting prayer]

[song ends]

[Ode] I don't think I've told you,

but I used to play here with my dad when I was a kid.

I just realized…

How much I missed your smile.

[sighs]

[Komang] I know this is hard for you.

[sniffling]

But from my own experience

with my dad's passing…

The grief

will ease over time.

[sighs]

Thinking about it, my life is quite ironic.

I thought

we could choose our soulmates.

But some things are just beyond my control.

This is one of them.

No matter how far I go…

It always leads back to you.

[Ode] Now we share something in common.

[soft laugh]

Our dads are playing cards in heaven.

That's for sure.

[Ode chuckles]

Are they in the same heaven, do you think?

[tender music playing]

[deep breaths]

Can you get it off?

- I can't. - Let me.

Sorry.

Let me say hi to your mom.

I feel bad for keeping you out this late.

It's fine. She's probably asleep anyway.

You should go home.

At least let me walk you home.

Okay.

I haven't been here in a while.

Feeling nostalgic?

Yeah.

- [nearby door opens] - I miss praying here.

Gosh, Komang! Where have you been all night?

You didn't answer my calls!

You haven't told Raim?

- Mom. I was… - [Komang's mom] This girl…

- Hey… - [Komang exhales shakily]

- [Komang's mom] Komang! - [Ode] What's going on?

[Komang breathing shakily]

[breathing deeply]

My mom accepted Arya's proposal.

I've been meaning to tell you,

but I couldn't find the right moment.

The right moment?

There is no right moment for this.

When did he propose?

A week or two ago.

Why do you ask?

We broke up.

But if you've said yes to Arya, it's all over!

My mom accepted Arya's proposal, not me!

I haven't given him my answer.

He said he's serious, but I haven't accepted it.

- So why didn't you turn him down? - Why should I?

You're never there for me, Ode!

You're always busy with your own thing!

You're making me lose my faith in you.

Now I have a chance to make my mom happy.

It's my dream!

That's my dream!

But your mother…

Your mother won't approve of me if I'm not settled.

But I can do it now.

I can make you happy.

I don't need empty words.

If you mean it, show me so that I can believe!

Believe that we belong together!

But you know this is hard right now, Ade!

Because I must get

your mother's blessing…

And challenge the heavens.

That's it?

Is that all?

Have you given up the fight?

You won't fight for me?

Fate's path…

Cannot be scripted by two pens.

[sighs]

["Ekspektasi" by Aruma and Raim Laode playing]

Hey…

What's wrong?

Hmm?

It's late.

Let's go inside.

- [sniffling] - Come on.

[Imam] Allahu akbar.

["Ekspektasi" by Aruma and Raim Laode continues playing]

[Imam] Allahu akbar.

["Ekspektasi" by Aruma and Raim Laode continues playing]

[Mr. Dua] Raim.

Our soulmate, death, and fortune

are all in God's hands.

Our duty is to pursue them.

If you seek fortune, head to the capital.

Pursue it there.

If you want death,

jump off a bridge.

You'll find death.

If you seek your soulmate,

go to her.

Pray for her.

Do you believe?

Mr. Dua.

I got you a little something.

Mashaallah.

[Boy] These are breadfruit biscuits.

Ade brought them when she visited yesterday.

[Mr. Dua] Praise God. I'll see you later, then.

- Peace be upon you. - An upon you peace. Take care.

Really?

What?

Come on.

What?

So much for being a good brother.

[sighs]

What?

Ade came here a lot?

Oh.

Yeah, she visited a lot.

But don't get the wrong idea.

[phone dings]

Who said she was into you?

- I guess not. - [phone keeps dinging]

See?

Hey, your phone's ringing.

I'm taking a dump before washing the motorcycle.

Weirdo.

[sighs]

WHEN ARE YOU RETURNING TO JAKARTA?

THE PRODUCER IS READY TO WORK ON YOUR SONG.

[Boy] You're heading to Jakarta soon?

You're about to become a singer.

I can't wait.

But why do you look so down?

Hey.

Thinking about Ade?

[somber music playing]

[Boy] I think that before you go to Jakarta,

you should meet her one more time.

Have a proper conversation.

[indistinct, happy chatter]

[Ode] She's getting married to Arya.

He proposed.

What should I say?

[Boy] Oh. Well, that means you should move on.

No point in moping around.

Forget about someone else's wife.

Let's go find some girls from here.

Maybe we'll get lucky.

Sorry.

Looks like you're still not over her.

That means you can't give up yet.

If you want someone or something, there's always a way.

Maybe you can meet her family, talk to her mom,

or maybe you can go to her and kneel down

and tell her you're serious about her.

That you're her soulmate.

Do whatever it takes to convince her.

[us tad] As written in Surah Al-Inshirah:

"Indeed, with hardship comes ease."

[us tad continues preaching]

Sorry, I left this behind at the tutoring center.

Next time, check your things before leaving.

[Ode] Ma'am, I'm here

to clear things up.

Ade and I…

I mean, Komang,

have been dating for quite a while,

and we have dreams

that we're working towards together.

I completely understand your fears,

but please rest assured,

Komang will always be your daughter.

I'm not taking her away,

I'm just asking for her hand in marriage…

Raim.

I've accepted Arya's proposal.

I don't resent you,

but there's no future for you and Komang.

Some things are beyond our control,

and this is one of them.

Because it's not just my approval that you need,

but also that of the ancestors.

I hope you understand.

It's not that I don't want to hear you out,

but this conversation won't lead anywhere.

I…

Have arranged Komang's wedding to Arya on September 1st.

[somber music playing]

You're welcome to attend.

At least

I gave it a shot.

I can't lose you, Komang.

I've already lost Kadek.

I can't lose anyone else.

If you're going to be with Raim,

who's going to take care of my burial when I'm gone?

You're lucky to have married Dad, the man you loved.

I don't love Arya!

Komang.

I'm doing this for your own good!

Arya is a good man!

I know, Mom!

If that's your wish, what choice do I have?

I've never had a say in anything!

[door slams]

[heavy breathing]

[sobbing]

[sobbing]

[thuds]

[sobbing]

[Ode] I want to go to Jakarta

and start a music career there.

If you dream big,

keep your spirit high, don't let it hang low like a clothesline.

[Ode] What about you?

Do you have a dream?

[Komang] I've always dreamed of seeing dolphins.

[Ode] Dolphins?

[Komang] Yeah, dolphins.

No other dreams?

Making my mom happy.

That's admirable.

Wow, it's amazing.

This is great. What do you think?

Sounds good. What about you?

It's enjoyable. The high notes fit well.

- [in English] Low profile! - Okay.

- As Andra and The Backbone would say… - Nice!

Not a pantun!

It's "Perfect".

[chuckles] Let's hear it again.

[wistful music playing]

Hey.

[indistinct chatter]

Hi, Jono, Joni.

Are you hungry?

[guitar playing on TV]

[Ode on TV] This song is called, "Komang."

[Ode singing Komang]

[Komang's mom] He's made it.

Even though he's busy now,

he still remembers to send us incense.

Huh?

So…

[Ode keeps singing "Komang"]

[sobbing] Dear.

If your heart says it's Raim…

I will give you my blessing.

You have my blessing.

But you must be completely sure.

[Ode] Peace be upon you!

And upon you peace.

[Boy] And upon you peace.

Mom.

You're more and more beautiful.

- You're lying. - I'm not.

Mom, he's a celebrity now. His song is very popular!

[music playing on player]

[Ode] Hey.

Why are you here?

Isn't today your wedding day?

My wedding day with whom?

You released your song?

Yeah.

On August 17th.

A national anthem?

What's it called?

No, it's not.

It's something even more sacred.

It's called… "Komang."

You poor thing! [Laughs]

Did you think it was about you?

[scoffs] "Komang" isn't about you.

"Komang" means the third child.

I wrote it in three cities,

with three producers.

Seems like lucky number three is still a thing.

Wait, you haven't answered my question.

You called off the wedding?

I only want to marry Laode,

the Buton noble.

You poor thing!

It's not you.

Oh my gosh! [Chuckles]

You're not the only Laode out there.

"La" means men,

and "Ode" means overdose.

Oh, right.

But do you really…

Want to marry Laode?

Our Qiblas are the opposite.

I know that.

[uplifting music playing]

[chuckles]

[dolphin chirps]

[gasps]

- [exclaiming] - [laughing]

[both] Dolphins!

- [Ode] Hey, over here! - [exclaiming]

- [Ode] Hey! - [Komang] Over here!

[Komang] Dolphins!

[exclaiming excitedly]

Dolphins!

[Ode] I've never seen a jellyfish like this before.

- Ode! - What?

Don't touch that! You're not old enough.

I won't use a jellyfish. I'll get stung.

[Kadek] Komang! What do you want to do?

[Kadek] Komang!

["Komang" playing]

No dolphins today?

They don't show up this time of year.

Besides, with all this trash, no dolphins would come near.

Let's go. We're gonna be late.

Wait a second.

For you.

Thanks.

I'm sending out an echolocation signal. Can you hear it?

[Ode] Are you a dolphin?

[Komang] Can you hear it?

[Ode] What?

[Komang] My way of saying I miss you.

[Ode chuckles]

[Mom] Aren't you going to shower? I thought Raim was coming.

[Komang] He's not.

Ode has things to do in Jakarta.

That doesn't sound like a relationship.

Do you want to break up?

[Ode] Ade, do you believe

that fate brings people together for a reason?

I do.

Then you should believe

that you'll see dolphins one day

and I'll be by your side.

Dolphins!

[laughing, exclaiming]

Dolphins!

Over here! Dolphins!

[Ode exclaims] Dolphins are so cool!

Look at that, it's jumping!

["Komang" continues playing]

- Ode. - Hmm?

I believe we'll be like that one day.

God willing.

[both exclaiming, laughing]

Ouch!

What dance is that?

Hey!

Kecak dance! From Bali!

["Komang" continues playing]

Komang, not yet. That's for your husband.

Why not? I'm just giving it a taste.

You should wait, dear. Be patient.

Is everything here?

Who's really your child, me or Raim?

It feels like you love Raim more.

You're jealous of your own husband?

Yeah.

Is this everything?

Good afternoon.

Good afternoon.

[exclaims] Wow. That's a lot!

Who cooked all this?

Oh, it turns out to be my love.

I'm off to Friday prayer.

What about lunch?

I'd love to, but I'll eat after I come back.

If I eat now, whew,

I'd be so full, I'd feel drowsy during prayer.

Okay then.

Bring this and hand it out to the people.

Okay, Mom.

I'm sure they appreciate having this every Friday.

It's not a big deal.

Thank you, Mom.

You're welcome.

No goodbye kiss?

[chuckling]

Okay.

- Peace upon you. - And upon you peace.

["Lesung Pipi" by Raim Laode playing]

Happy Eid Mubarak! Forgive me, body and soul.

[song ends]