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Barakati
Abdul Manan (Fedi Nuril), a young archaeologist from Yogya, arrives from a British journalist, Gerry Johnson (Jono Armstrong), who asks to explain the meaning of a few lines of sentences in a 14th century lontar.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends embarks on a camping trip to a secluded mountain, unaware of the local legend of the 'Barakati,' a mythical creature that preys on humans. As they delve deeper into the wilderness, they find themselves stalked by an unseen force, turning their adventure into a desperate fight for survival against a terrifying entity.
Critical Reception
Barakati (also known as 'The Barakati') received mixed to negative reviews. While praised by some for its attempt at local horror folklore and some atmospheric tension, it was largely criticized for its predictable plot, uneven pacing, and underdeveloped characters. The film struggled to balance its scares with a coherent narrative, leaving many viewers and critics wanting more.
What Reviewers Say
Offers some suspenseful moments but falls short on originality.
Relies heavily on jump scares and familiar horror tropes.
The creature design and folklore aspect are mildly intriguing but not enough to elevate the film.
Google audience: Audience reception for Barakati appears to be largely unimpressed, with many viewers finding the film to be a standard horror offering that doesn't bring much new to the genre. Common complaints include a lack of substantial plot development and predictable scares.
Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film is based on a Filipino folklore creature, the Barakati, which is said to be a shapeshifter capable of transforming into a dog or other animals, often associated with dark magic.
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