YOGYAKARTA, INDONESIA – December 3, 2025 – Viking Sunset Studios, a brand new international film production and creative development company establishing a major presence on the beach in Bali, Indonesia, successfully concluded its participation at the Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) 2025 in Yogyakarta. The studio used the festival to reinforce its deep commitment to the co-development of Indonesian stories and the global positioning of Southeast Asian cinema.
The studio’s highly visible presence at JAFF followed a significant market run, where CEO & President Bo H. Holmgreen flew directly from the American Film Market (AFM) to attend the JAFF festival. Viking Sunset Studios had a strong showing at both AFM and JAFF, showcasing a robust slate of five new feature films, including one that was featured as a special screening.
Major Highlight: Special Screening of Bandit A key event for the studio was the special screening of its film, Bandit, held on 2 December 2025 at 19:45 WIB at XXI PREMIERE Yogyakarta. The event attracted a distinguished audience of hundreds of filmmakers, journalists, festival attendees, and industry partners.
Prior to the screening, CEO & President Bo H. Holmgreen delivered a short address. Emphasizing the studio’s dedication to meaningful storytelling and cross-cultural exchange, he highlighted the rising potential of Southeast Asian cinema and the studio’s mission to support creators in bringing authentic, culturally grounded stories to global audiences. The overwhelmingly positive response to the film further reinforced the momentum behind Bandit and future Viking Sunset Studios projects.
Strengthening Regional and International Vision from Bali JAFF 2025 provided Viking Sunset Studios with valuable opportunities to deepen its relationships with partners across Asia. These exchanges reflected the studio’s commitment to participating in and contributing to the evolution of Southeast Asian cinema, focusing on co-development initiatives and promoting innovative filmmaking. The new base in Bali is set to become a hub for international-standard movie production in the region.
“JAFF 2025 reaffirmed Southeast Asia’s position as one of the most exciting creative regions in the world,” said CEO & President Bo H. Holmgreen. “Returning directly from the American Film Market, it’s clear that global interest in these stories is at an all-time high. Our new green screen limbo soundstage on the beautiful coast of Bali is dedicated to transforming conversations into collaborations and elevating impactful stories to global audiences.” As the region experiences a surge in content demand, the studio is committed to cultivating new voices and providing pathways for global distribution. About Viking Sunset Studios Viking Sunset Studios is an international film production and creative development company specializing in high-quality storytelling across film, television, and digital platforms. With a strong focus on collaboration, cultural exchange, and innovation, the studio partners with creators around the world to bring diverse and compelling narratives to life, operating as a brand-new hub for international movie making in Indonesia.
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