Paul Agusta
Born 1980 (age 45) · Jakarta, Indonesia
Appears in 41 titles

Paul Fauzan Agusta (born on September 1, 1980, in Kampung Melayu, South Jakarta) is an Indonesian actor, director, producer, screenwriter, and film curator known for his contributions to independent cinema. He is the son of Minangkabau literary figure Leon Agusta and Margaret "Maggie" Rose Glade, a feminist figure from the United States with German, Irish, and Welsh ancestry. After completing his film studies in the United States, Paul returned to Indonesia in 2003 and became actively involved in the national film industry. He is known for his belief that video has democratized opportunities for anyone to create in the field of cinema, emphasizing the importance of well-developed storytelling. One of his latest works is the film Onde Mande! (2023), a family comedy-drama deeply rooted in Minangkabau culture. In this film, Paul involved many local actors from West Sumatra to enhance the authenticity and cultural essence of Minang. He expressed his satisfaction with the performances of the local actors, who successfully supported the cultural elements of the film. With his dedication to showcasing local culture and his contributions to independent cinema, Paul Fauzan Agusta remains a significant figure in the Indonesian film industry.

Filmography

The Butterfly House
6.3
The Butterfly House
2025
Director
The Game Kiss
3.0
The Game Kiss
2011
Director
The Prize!
8.3
The Prize!
2023
Director
Parts of the Heart
1.0
Parts of the Heart
2012
Director
Daysleepers
4.0
Daysleepers
2018
Director
The Anniversary Gift
4.0
The Anniversary Gift
2008
Director
Why Isn't Peter Happy?
Why Isn't Peter Happy?
2011
Director
Pages
Pages
2021
Director
Istana Kosong
Istana Kosong
2012
Director
Hantu Pamburu
Hantu Pamburu
Director
All Is Forgiven, for We Have Been Happy
At the Very Bottom of Everything
The Sky and Black Paper
The Sky and Black Paper
2013
Director
The Last Time
The Last Time
2011
Director