Kultus Iblis
Kultus Iblis

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Kultus Iblis

2023
Movie
98 min
Indonesian

A pair of twins come to a remote village to find out the cause of their father's strange death, but they end up trapped in a dangerous village full of terror.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Joko AnwarGenres: Horror

Plot Summary

A group of young women are drawn into a dark cult after inheriting a mysterious mansion. They soon discover the house is haunted by a malevolent entity and that the cult's rituals are far more sinister than they imagined. To survive, they must uncover the house's secrets and confront the evil that resides within.

Critical Reception

Kultus Iblis received mixed to positive reviews, with many praising Joko Anwar's direction and the film's atmospheric horror elements. Some critics found the plot predictable, but the performances and visual execution were generally well-received by audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling atmosphere and effective jump scares.

  • Joko Anwar's signature directorial style creates a palpable sense of dread.

  • Some found the narrative a bit conventional for the horror genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, with viewers highlighting the film's intense horror sequences and suspenseful pacing. Some viewers noted that while the story followed common horror tropes, the execution made it an engaging watch.

Fun Fact

The film is part of Joko Anwar's universe of horror films, with connections to other works like 'Pengabdi Setan' (Satan's Slaves).

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