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20/30 – Pa' Sakèra

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The legendary hero Pa' Sakera rises in the ranks of a Dutch-owned company and becomes a champion of oppressed workers, later murdering his boss over ill-treatment. After escaping from prison, Sakera becomes a fugitive and folk hero, killing many Dutch pursuers along the way. He is finally captured but warns of the vengeance of future generations of Madurese. As told by Pak Moh. Hasan Sasra

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