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Tasbih Kosong
Two employees were assigned by his office to collect data from a remote village in South Sulawesi. The village is a village where most of the population still adheres to the science of pesugihan or pellets. It is the figure of Mr. Wahyu who is the main character of the pesugihan. Pak Wahyu is not alone, he works together with Rajeng's parents to make Pak Wahyu the village head there forever. While Rajeng turns out to have inherited the magic of magic which he himself doesn't want to accept. Can Rajeng live like an ordinary human? What about her love story with Umar. Fate they both can not refuse.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Alia, inherits an old house filled with dark secrets. As she tries to uncover the truth behind her family's past and a mysterious curse linked to a tasbih (prayer beads), she finds herself haunted by terrifying supernatural entities. Alia must confront her fears and the malevolent forces that seek to consume her before it's too late.
Critical Reception
Tasbih Kosong received a mixed to negative reception from critics, primarily focusing on its predictable plot and reliance on jump scares. While some praised its atmospheric tension and some performances, many found the narrative lacked originality and character development. Audience reception was also divided, with some enjoying the horror elements while others felt it failed to deliver a compelling story.
What Reviewers Say
Relies heavily on jump scares and familiar horror tropes.
Atmospheric elements are present but overshadowed by a predictable narrative.
Performances are adequate, but character development is minimal.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Tasbih Kosong are mixed. Many found the film to be a standard horror offering with some effective spooky moments and a creepy atmosphere. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the story was uninspired and too similar to other films in the genre, with some expressing disappointment in the lack of originality.
Fun Fact
The film is directed by Ahmad Idham, a prolific Malaysian filmmaker known for his contributions to the horror and thriller genres.
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