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Exploring Film Design in the Documentary Kisarasa: Indonesia Culinary Culture Through Visual Storytelling

Authors
Rika Hindraruminggar1, *
1Universitas Mercu Buana, West Jakarta, Indonesia
*Corresponding author. Email: rika.hindraruminggar@mercubuana.ac.id
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Rika Hindraruminggar
Available Online 18 March 2026.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6239-612-8_15How to use a DOI?
Keywords
film design; visual storytelling; food documentary; cultural heritage; digital platform
Abstract

The intersection of film design and visual narrative in the Kisarasa food documentary series on the intersection of film design and visual storytelling in Kisarasa, an Indonesian food documentary series that highlights the country’s rich spice heritage. Through a qualitative case study, the research examines how production design elements such as set and location design, color palettes, props, costumes, lighting, and cinematography contribute to the construction of cultural narratives. The analysis draws on theoretical perspectives from Saul Bass and Tony Caputo to understand how symbolic design and emotional resonance function within visual media. Findings show that Kisarasa employs a unified visual language to guide the audience’s emotional engagement and cultural understanding. Each episode creates an immersive journey from historical context to present-day culinary practices. The use of digital platforms extends the impact of the documentary, making Indonesia’s culinary identity accessible to global audiences. The study concludes that thoughtful film design enhances both the aesthetic appeal and narrative clarity of cultural documentaries.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference and Exhibition of Innovation in Media and Visual Design (IMDES 2025)
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Atlantis Highlights in Social Sciences, Education and Humanities
Publication Date
18 March 2026
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978-94-6239-612-8
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2667-128X
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6239-612-8_15How to use a DOI?
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© 2026 The Author(s)
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