Genre: Drama, Adventure
Logline: Refusing to accept his loss, a cat attempts to dig up his owner’s grave at the funeral as sympathetic villagers try to pull him away, ending in a dramatic climax.
Treatment:
Act 1
In a small village in Indonesia, a stray cat, Bintang, wanders the streets and meanders through narrow alleyways. Bintang is no ordinary cat; he has been a loyal companion to his owner, Mr. Wahyu, for years. As Wahyu talks to Bintang, he finds a ready listener to express his loneliness since the death of his wife. Bintang becomes his therapy animal. The cat seems to sense his emotions, and we hear Wahyu describe his life with his late wife. We watch Wahyu discuss things from the cat’s point of view. In fact, we never leave this point of view. We see Bintang’s paws when they climb onto the foot of Bahyu’s bed and begin to knead the blankets. We see his paws as he scratches the fleas on his neck.
Act 2
Mr. Wahyu can’t wake up. A doctor is called and Wahyu is declared dead. The villagers gather around for Mr. Wahyu’s funeral, devastated by the loss of their beloved friend. Bintang, unable to comprehend the absence of his owner, appears in distress. He approaches Mr. Wahyu’s grave and meows pitifully. Bintang’s grief grows stronger. Determined to be close to his beloved owner, Bintang starts digging at Mr. Wahyu’s grave, forcing the villagers to intervene. Villagers struggle to stop the cat from unearthing the grave, but Bintang doesn’t understand their efforts. A weary grave digger named PAK ADI notices Bintang’s relentless attempts once the villagers leave. He observes the cat’s behavior and offers a sympathetic smile. Understanding Bintang’s struggle, Pak Adi decides to help.
With Pak Adi’s assistance, Bintang and the grave digger dig up the grave. As the grave opens, they uncover an astonishing sight: Mr. Wahyu, who had been in a coma, breathes weakly. Determined, they act swiftly, carrying Mr. Wahyu to a nearby hospital.
Act 3
Mr. Wahyu lies motionless, hooked-up to monitors and surrounded by medical professionals. Bintang watches him from the corner of the room, hope emanating from his eyes. After an anxious wait, a doctor walks up to Bintang, running his hand over the feline’s fur. The doctor announces that Mr. Wahyu has awakened from his coma, shocking everyone present. Bintang, overjoyed, leaps onto Mr. Wahyu’s hospital bed, purring loudly. Tears stream down Mr. Wahyu’s face as he strokes Bintang’s head, grateful for his feline companion’s unwavering loyalty.
Months pass, and Bintang and Mr. Wahyu, both healthy, return to their humble village hut. The villagers are thrilled to see the miraculous recovery. Bintang, having brought his owner back from the edge of death, becomes a local hero. The villagers honor Bintang in a joyous celebration. They shower him with treats and affection, forever recognizing his unwavering love and loyalty. Bintang, content in his role as savior, basks in the adoration.
