Pesta Babi — sebuah film dokumenter tentang Proyek Strategis Nasional yang dilakukan pemerintah di berbagai daerah di Papua, khususnya di bagian selatan — menjadi sorotan di Papua, skala nasional, dan juga di dunia internasional.
The documentary 'Pesta Babi' or Pig Feast seems to have opened many people's eyes to what is really happening in the customary forests of indigenous Papuans, which are increasingly being destroyed by the National Strategic Project that is clearing these forests for food crops.
Despite the controversy, the film depicts what is truly happening in Papua.
Reverend Matheus Adadikam is the Director of the Institute for the Study and Advocacy of Human Rights (ELSHAM Papua).
When asked about the content of the documentary film, Adadikam said that what is depicted in the film reflects work that has long been carried out by Papuan activists, and that the facts depicted in the film are not surprising.
"So, in my opinion, in my assessment, we are not surprised, because this is work that we try to highlight almost constantly, but certainly through various existing channels, those of each NGO, but also in connection with traditional customs, churches, and other parties," said Adadikam.
Recently, dissenting opinions have emerged from some of the religious and traditional figures, even those involved in the documentary itself, who reject its contents. Adadikam said that for those with extensive experience in Papua, this was to be expected.
Nevertheless, Adadikam said that the documentary film has opened up the eyes of millions of people outside Papua to what's really happening in the region. The dynamics and pros and cons surrounding the movie are ultimately up to the audience.
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