Under , every film intended for public screening in cinemas must obtain an STLS. The LSF examines films for compliance with censorship criteria, including content that may be harmful to public morality, national security, or religious harmony. The process involves administrative review, screening, and potentially revisions or appeals. Once a film passes, it receives an STLS, which serves as official verification that the film is legal and approved for distribution in Indonesia.
The most prominent "matching" initiative is the . This is a one-to-one matching fund supported by the Indonesian Cultural Endowment Fund , which has allocated approximately $10m to support international co-productions .
Verified channels (denoted by a checkmark) that host legally licensed Indonesian cinema.
Prime Video is becoming a sleeper hit for Indonesian cinema, often acquiring rights to award-winning independent films.
In an age of streaming platforms and rampant digital content, audience trust is paramount. "Verified" content ensures that viewers are engaging with official, high-quality, and legitimate productions, rather than unauthorized copies or low-quality media.