sukapesta i just found that yes, IMDb does have a page on this film, and i'd like to comment on it, cos Indonesia truly owes much of the revival of its film industry to this gem... i don't need to summarize the plot, cos i'm pretty sure those who actually get to this page have watched the film themselves... so, acting-wise... this was the pinnacle of Dian Sastrowardoyo's career, i feel now she's getting arrogant, acting solely in highly art-house flicks that honestly won't sell without her name on the posters, same goes for her co-star Nicholas Saputra... but in this film, both were incredibly successful in depicting the lives of typical teenagers in Jakarta (well, not exactly typical, i have yet to meet teenagers that crazy about poetry)...script-wise... excellent... unlike most other Indonesian teen flicks, i do not see the formal language syndrome nor excessive, pretentious use of slang... setting... Indonesia at its best, shows only the glamorous, glittery, upper-class side of the city, but there's enough (mostly boring) films out there on the supposedly dark side of Jakarta, so let's not argue on that... directing and editing... i can't remember much about this aspect of the film, which i guess means that it's just mediocre... no great staccato or surrealist style whatsoever here... sound... as another user have commented, the soundtracks are mercilessly inserted into every single scene, all sung by the same singer, sounding very similar one song to the next...now, the part where you shouldn't get your hopes up... while this film has really made its mark in the Indonesian film history, and has resulted in the newfound appreciation for local cinema, no other teen film since has even come close to it, both in terms of quality and theatrical success... (eiffel i'm in love, anyone?) and then comes the worst part, the TV show... yes, those of you lucky enough to reside in Indonesia know what i'm talking about... this film has spawned a worse-than-average telenovela no one was interested in after the first episode... i'm not even sure if it's still on TV now, if it is, don't bother, if it's not, well good riddance... they cast mostly unknowns in parts our beloved Dian Sastro and Nicholas Saputra made household names, with the casting process hyped up in a soon-forgotten reality show... commercial much?so my advice would be, rent the film, engross yourself in it, and enjoy it while it lasts, cos it literally doesn't get any better than this...

alake-5 I have notice this film from a friend during Ramadhan visit. I'm asking friends what it's all about.Then i'm thinking why not buy one. Then, from that moment i have repeated watching it for more than 10 times. Truly, i still love watching it now, even i could remember each scene.Why i'm saying this,it's was the moment i was in love with a girl. The main point is the message of love in the story teach the we respect our friend, entertain them.This heart feeling fantastic & quality movie i had never seen before. i suggest the viewer to study the moral part. In our live even a movie can influence our character and as a learning partner. Although some of only fantasy but for Ada Apa Dengan Cinta it more than that. I recommend it for all of you.I hope this kind of movie to be produce soon and it's suitable for all generation.

lee-90 For the first time my brother from Indonesia gave me the vcd of this movie, i thought, i'm gonna go trough a soapy yarn with the usual flair. well, of course it is soapy, but it was good, really good that it makes me cry in the end. The story seems simple, but it really gets you, and you kinda of really get into the heroes-heroines feelings. I never like romance movies, more if there are teen romance. But this one is an exception. It has some beautiful kept symbolism that I guess only few will understand (some subtle that none hollywood can make), and attitude that even Malaysian industries can't get it. The cinematography is the best, though some of the editing wasn't that good. Even movies like Moulin Roug can pulled this kind of love, which is so pure and truthful. Lads in indonesia. You all should be proud of this movie.

ve-handojo It's a local champ, and can be a very entertaining teen flick worldwide. Real characters fill this high-school love movie. The script smoothly runs the story, and strongly constructs the whole first love theme. The love-and-hate chemistry between the main characters works very well too. Actually, the scene where Rangga (the guy, Nicholas Saputra) dropped his precious book in Cinta (the girl, Dian Sastro) is too much of a coincidence... and simply the easiest way to move the story forward. Still acceptable, though. Supporting actress Ladya Cheryll (as Alya, Cinta's friend) delivers a very natural screen-stealing performance. Good music, good faces, good ending too. Overall, this is the kind of movie for a date, for a lazy Sunday afternoon, and for all time.