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Toko Perlengkapan Mayat
Daeng Sarro, the owner of a mortuary supplies business, asks his children and grandchildren to come and stay at his house in a remote village after his wife dies, until the mourning period is over. However, due to urgent matters, Rahma must return to the city, while her children remain at home. Day by day, various mysterious events begin to haunt Daeng Sarro's grandchildren.
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Plot Summary
A young man inherits a mysterious funeral supply shop from his estranged father, only to discover a dark family secret tied to the shop's unusual and disturbing products. As he delves deeper into the shop's history, he uncovers a series of supernatural events and a malevolent force that threatens his sanity and his life.
Critical Reception
The film has garnered mixed to positive reviews, with many praising its atmospheric tension and unique premise, while some critics noted pacing issues and a predictable plot in certain segments. Audiences have responded favorably to the jump scares and the unsettling portrayal of grief and the afterlife.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its eerie atmosphere and disturbing imagery.
Critiqued for occasional pacing problems but appreciated for its original concept.
Effective in creating suspense and unsettling dread.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's spooky elements and its exploration of dark themes. Some viewers found the story compelling and the scares effective, though a few mentioned that certain plot points felt underdeveloped.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Horror Film at the Indonesian Film Festival (Festival Film Indonesia).
Fun Fact
The intricate and unsettling props used in the funeral supply shop were all custom-made by local artisans, adding a layer of authentic creepiness to the film's set design.
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