“But it’s Tjandrawidjaja’s performance as Mika that really hits it on the nail. She is brilliant at bringing out the emotional reality at hand when Yang malfunctions, and her performance feels as seasoned as her adult co-stars. She has a bright future ahead as an actor with how believable she can bring about emotions and moods in a character.”
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“Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja swathes Mika in the blunt honesty and sorrow of youthful loss, breaking our hearts as she puts Mika through her grief. Through her brilliant performance, we come to realize that Yang was never a robot to her, even though she knew full well what he was.”
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“…Mika, whom Tjandrawidjaja embodies with a charming naturalness that helps sell both the character’s grief…”
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“She was unbelievable and I promise this won’t be the last we see from her.”
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“Colin Farrell and Jodie Turner-Smith praise ‘After Yang’ Co-star Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja”
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“Tjandrawidjaja is so good that we truly feel for her”
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“Both Min and Tjandrawidjaja deliver performances full of heart and wonder, which complete the film”
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“Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja blew me away in this. She helped progress the story with each scene.”
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“Tjandrawidjaja avoids the child actor trap of acting precocious toward the camera and finds strong footing in playing the conflicted Mika with striking maturity.”
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“Her voice is startling”
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“Remarkable young Tjandrawidjaja”
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“Tjandrawidjaja brings a sweetness and compassion to her role as Yang’s little sister”
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“Tjandrawidjaja and Min both impress in their first and second film roles, respectively”
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“Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja is fantastic in her feature film debut”
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“Malea’s poignant performance elevates the film and manages to steal the show”
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“The heart and soul of the film is Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja”
“Tjandrawidjaja brings more part than merely being cute, sad kid, and the sweet interactions between herself and Farrell are especially moving”
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“Featuring a beautiful performance from newcomer, Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja”
“The heart is deeply felt, particularly in the performance of Tjandrawidjaja”
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“The brightest stars of the foundational break-through work from Min and Tjandrawidjaja, for whom this film wouldn’t work without their warmth and chemistry. Together, they make one of the strongest ensembles in recent memory.”
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“Tjandrawidjaja really makes the whole film with her endearing portrayal as young Mika”
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“The true breakout star of After Yang is likely to be Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja, who is remarkably charismatic and engaging as young Mika”
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“Tjandrawidjaja is effortless sweet as Mika, providing that first spark of human connection we see between the family and Yang”
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“The young and incredibly talented Tjandrawidjaja”
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“Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja is adorable as hell”
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“A natural Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja”
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“Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja, feisty and sweet”
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“An adorable Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja”
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“Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja does a solid job”
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Interview with Nightmarish Conjurings
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Interview with SEA Today
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Interview with US China Press (in Mandarin)
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Interview with Cinemags Magazine (in Indonesian)
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Interview with Nerdophiles
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Interview with LA Parent Magazine
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“It must be said though, Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja plays the frustrated and spoiled only child so well, it’s a given that she has a long career ahead of her.”
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“…the changes in Mika, played with disarming naturalness by 9-year-old Tjandrawidjaja…”
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“…Tjandrawidjaja is the precocious heart of the narrative…”
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“…lively, quizzical nine year-old Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja…”
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“…buoyant newcomer Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja…”
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MCU Times
“…the floating debutant Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja…”
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“…the already very talented young Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja.”
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“…a very tender and excellent child interpreter named Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja“
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Festival De Cannes – After Yang Press Kit
“Malea was the first person we auditioned for the film, which was before we officially started the auditioning process, and it was clear that we had found our Mika. They put her on tape, and it was so evident.” – Kogonada (After Yang’s director)
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“Malea was a true discovery” – Kogonada (After Yang’s director)
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Variety
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Vogue Paris
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Insert Today on Trans TV Indonesia
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SEA Morning Show – SEA Today News Channel
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“…it was a 7-year-old that blew the crowd away before the match even started…”
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“We especially got goosebumps towards the end when she ascends into a falsetto (Beyoncé/Christina vibes anyone?)”
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Inside Edition
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NBC Sports
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Yahoo Sports
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The Score
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Sporting News
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XFL on FOX
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“There is truly something unique about hearing this classical song performed by this 8-year-old. It gives the iconic tune an entirely new feeling and makes each word so much more powerful.
There is no doubt that is Malea Emma is a rising star. And with a voice like this, I have a feeling we will be hearing her name for years to come.”
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Total Access Pass
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On The Spot Interviews
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Ini Talk Show
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Hitam Putih
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“Malea’s voice is so big, she’s hitting notes even professional singers can’t reach.”
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“Unlike most children her age, Malea Emma was in complete control of her voice and was pitch-perfect. She even added some impressive falsetto notes and unique ending to the famous song. Judge Luke Bryan exclaimed, “We’re getting outsung by a seven-year-old!” The judges were so impressed that they awarded the girl a Golden Ticket.”
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Voice of America Indonesia for MyTV
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“One can feel Malea’s bubbly personality as she speaks with such clear enunciation. Her young face radiates a joyfulness that is innocently pleasant and pure.”
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“Malea Emma’s voice is incredible, mature and mesmerizing as she flawlessly belts out one of the most challenging songs. And she, again, amazed anyone listening.”
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“It’s obvious that little Malea has a ton of talent and she’s definitely got a passion for performing.”
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Gaston Gazette – The Song That Unites All Of Us
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ProSieben Red Jahresrückblick 2018
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USA Today
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CNN Headline News Morning Express with Robin Meade
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“…wowed the audience and stopped the show…”
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Live Kelly and Ryan
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ABC World News Tonight with David Muir
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CBS Local News
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Fox Sports West
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Associated Press
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CNN New Day
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ABC World News Tonight with David Muir
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CBS Evening News
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“Malea Emma had belted out a striking rendition that was part Christina Aguilera and part Whitney Houston — and all soul.”
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iHeart Radio – On Air With Ryan Seacrest
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“…the glorious scene-stealer, seven-year-old Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja.”
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“A true standout in the orphan ensemble was the adorable Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja as Molly, the youngest of the orphan crew. She had this vivacious energy that just made everyone want to giggle and give her a squeeze.”
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“The youngest cast members stole hearts right and left on Friday, notably 7-year-old Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja, a comic spitfire, as Molly.”
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“…Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja’s Molly – who is astoundingly adorable…”
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“…adorable scene-stealer and audience favorite Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja (Molly)…”
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“…stealing the show every moment they are onstage are the incredibly cute Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja as Molly, the youngest of the orphans…”
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Big City Kids (BCK) Magazine
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Berita Satu TV Channel
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