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Teguh Karya (September 22, 1937 Pandeglang Regency-December 11, 2001 Jakarta) otherwise known as Steve Liem Tjoan Hok was an Indonesian film director, actor and screenwriter.
Teguh Karya began his journey in the film industry in the 1960s, starting out as a scriptwriter for Komoedie Stamboel, an old Indonesian film production company. He then went on to direct his first film titled "Tiga Dara" (Three Maidens) in 1956 which won him numerous awards in film festivals both domestically and internationally. Throughout his career, he directed a total of 16 movies and played various roles both in front of and behind the camera.
His films were celebrated for their social realism and nuanced depictions of the everyday lives of Indonesians. He was also known for his willingness to tackle topics often considered taboo in traditional Indonesian society such as extramarital affairs and political corruption. His works have influenced generations of Indonesian filmmakers and are still studied in film schools across the country.
Apart from his contributions to the film industry, Teguh Karya was also a lecturer at the Jakarta Art Institute and a member of the Indonesian Film Artists Association. He passed away due to a heart attack in 2001.
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