Doctor Siti Pertiwi Returns to the Village (1979)
Overview
After her graduation as a doctor, Siti Pertiwi is sent to the Menggala area in Lampung. She has to deal with many problems, such as the corrupt paramedics who assist her and the villagers’ fear of the shaman – Atuk Raja – and his men. These problems have complicated her role as the local doctor. Then she receives help from a student who interns in the area. Unfortunately, the assistance invites gossip.
Cast
Christine Hakim
Dr. Siti Pertiwi
Maruli Sitompul
Atuk Raja
El Manik
Joice Erna
August Melasz
Ikranagara
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