Jathil : Lakuning Pangreksa

Synopsis

Reog Ponorogo merupakan kesenian tradisional yang menjadi identitas daerah dengan tokoh-tokoh ikonik seperti Warok, Klana Sewandana, Bujang Ganong, Singo Barong, dan Jathil. Sosok Jathil, yang awalnya dimainkan laki-laki, mengalami transformasi penting sejak PON 1968 ketika perannya mulai dibawakan oleh perempuan. Dokumenter “Jathil: Lakuning Pangreksa” menyoroti perubahan ini sebagai bentuk negosiasi budaya, terutama di tengah stigma mengenai tari Jathil yang kerap dianggap vulgar. Melalui narasi, wawancara, dan arsip visual, film ini merekam dinamika pelestarian tradisi dalam menghadapi tuntutan zaman. Film dokumenter ini menegaskan pentingnya peran masyarakat dan pemerintah dalam menjaga keberlanjutan kesenian Reyog sebagai warisan budaya.

Reog Ponorogo is a traditional art form that has become the identity of the region, with iconic characters such as Warok, Klana Sewandana, Bujang Ganong, Singo Barong, and Jathil. The character of Jathil, which was originally played by men, underwent a significant transformation since the 1968 National Sports Week (PON) when the role began to be played by women. The documentary “Jathil: Lakuning Pangreksa” highlights this change as a form of cultural negotiation, especially amid the stigma surrounding Jathil dance, which is often considered vulgar. Through narration, interviews, and visual archives, the film captures the dynamics of preserving tradition in the face of modern demands. This documentary emphasizes the importance of the role of the community and the government in maintaining the sustainability of Reyog art as a cultural heritage.