Where can I stream Ibuku legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for Ibuku in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
Ibuku
2026·Movie
–
Not rated yetGoodWatch score–
Not rated yetGoodWatch scoreWatchWhere to watch
Not streaming in any country yet.
Ibuku fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Fast Pace4
- Violence4
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics10
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Satire & Parody1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Family, everyday modern life, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances, characters, and direction
- Acting9
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumTense
Ibuku is tense.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and cathartic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics10Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumFamily, everyday modern life, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around family, everyday modern life, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout performances, characters, and direction
The performances, characters, and direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You want something to laugh atYou need an uplifting mood
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
A destitute widow and former traditional dancer defies social ostracization to embark on a desperate international journey, seeking a final reconciliation with her estranged daughter who faces execution abroad for the murder of an abusive employer.
Grief-Stricken DramaMother-Daughter ReconciliationSocial OstracizationDesperate International JourneyClass and Gender CommentaryTragic RealismEmotional CatharsisPerformance-Driven Narrative
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like Ibuku
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: Ibuku
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with Ibuku
Ibuku2026
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Broker (2022)Frozen River (2008)Rectify (2013)Mass (2021)Biutiful (2010)Sherwood (2022)Mystic River (2003)Bloodline (2015)I Know This Much Is True (2020)Innocence (1997)Red (2008)House of Sand and Fog (2003)Tsotsi (2005)In the Bedroom (2001)Shotgun Stories (2007)I've Loved You So Long (2008)The Woodsman (2004)Hope (2013)Autumn Sonata (1978)The Indian Runner (1991)Maid (2021)Capernaum (2018)Monpura (2009)All or Nothing (2002)Lost Girls (2020)Expats (2024)Accattone (1961)Polisse (2011)The Waterfront (2025)Sling Blade (1996)No Other Choice (2025)Mamma Roma (1962)Stolen (2023)The Child (2005)The Trap (2007)In the Fade (2017)Little Odessa (1994)Lorna's Silence (2008)American Rust (2021)Nil by Mouth (1997)Three Monkeys (2008)Elena (2011)L'Argent (1983)Asuran (2019)The Place Beyond the Pines (2013)Oasis (2002)Mayor of Kingstown (2021)Long Bright River (2025)Babel (2006)Mulk (2018)Blue Bayou (2021)Time of the Wolf (2003)Harga (2021)Man on Fire (2004)A Sun (2019)The Dry (2021)In a Better World (2010)Loveless (2017)The Glory (2022)Ordinary People (1980)Metro Manila (2013)Stillwater (2021)Dheepan (2015)The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada (2005)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Ibuku
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
What is Ibuku rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.
How long is Ibuku?
1 h 35 min
Ibuku runs 1 h 35 min.
What language is Ibuku in?
IndonesianJavanese
It was made in Indonesian, with some Javanese. Produced in Indonesia, United States, Japan, Hong Kong SAR China, France.