Tradition Keepers
Threads of Life

Tradition Keepers is a 6-part documentary series by Threads of Life and Asa Films, sharing stories from the weaving communities we have worked with across Indonesia. These films follow the lives of the tradition keepers whose knowledge sustains Indonesia’s textile cultures. Over more than 20 years, Threads of Life has collaborated with over 1,200 weavers across 12 islands while researching, documenting, and revitalising Indonesia’s natural dye and weaving traditions.

This 6-episode series will be released periodically throughout 2026 on Threads of Life’s Youtube Channel. Click the icon below to access the playlist!

Production: Threads of Life, Asa Films
Producer & Director: Shinta Retnani
DOP: Kelvin Morris W
Camera Operator: Simon Widy
Sound Recordist: I Made Suhartana
Online Editing: Aftertake