The turbulent tale of Indonesia’s political and economic crisis in the late 1990s that forced President Suharto to resign after 32 years is told through the eyes of a 60-year-old woman and her two sons. The youngest can’t hold down a job and, according to his brother, is wasting his life on gambling, pigeon races and student demonstrations. But like all Indonesians, the whole family is caught up in events that will change their lives forever. Beautiful cinematography and minimal directorial interference ensure that The Eye Of The Day offers a startling and nuanced glimpse into a dramatic moment in Indonesia’s history.