Haruan
Haruan

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Haruan

2014
Movie
72 min
English

10-year old Ikan lives with his older sister Salomah and their stepfather Deris. Ikan adores his sister and loves all fish, especially his pet snakehead fish Haruan. Some snakeheads eat their young. Apparently, some humans do too. Like the snakeheads, hungry Deris has no natural predator. Like the snakeheads, Salomah is a survivor. Ikan and Haruan will do anything to save their beloved Salomah. Deris must be stopped, at whatever cost...

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: Aman B. K.Genres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends embarks on a camping trip in a secluded jungle, unaware of the ancient, malevolent entity that lurks within. As strange occurrences and terrifying encounters begin, they realize they have stumbled upon a place where folklore and nightmares collide. Their survival depends on uncovering the dark secrets of the jungle and escaping the clutches of the monstrous Haruan before it claims them all.

Critical Reception

Haruan received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, with many pointing to its underdeveloped plot and reliance on jump scares. While some appreciated the attempt at a local folklore-inspired horror, the execution was widely seen as falling short of its potential, resulting in a film that failed to leave a lasting impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's reliance on predictable jump scares and underdeveloped plot was a common criticism.

  • While the concept of a local folklore monster was intriguing, the execution was deemed uninspired.

  • Many viewers found the pacing to be slow and the character development lacking.

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Fun Fact

The creature 'Haruan' is inspired by a Malaysian folklore creature often depicted as a water spirit or a type of snake with supernatural powers.

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