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Getaran
Awie is a mechanic and owns his own workshop in a secluded place. One day, he discovered a group of teenagers rendering a number as a band and was impressed by what he saw. He promised the youngsters that he would make them famous recording artistes. In the midst of all this, Awie fell in love with Mona, who was attracted to Awie's righteous attitude. They even shared a similar vision and that is to promote this group of youngsters and propelled them to stardom. But all of these dreams are about to meet a crushing blow when Zamri and Sam, enemies of Awie, beats Awie up, which resulted in him losing his memories. With no Awie to guide and motivate them, the young band was without the feeling of hope.
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Plot Summary
A group of college students stumble upon a haunted house during a weekend getaway. They soon discover that the house is not only derelict but also a nexus of paranormal activity, with a malevolent entity trapped within its walls. As strange occurrences escalate, they must find a way to escape the house before they become its next victims.
Critical Reception
Getaran received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It is widely considered a poorly executed horror film, often cited for its weak script, uninspired direction, and reliance on cheap scares. The film failed to make a significant impact on the genre or achieve any notable commercial success.
What Reviewers Say
Lacks originality and relies heavily on overused horror tropes.
Features a weak plot and unconvincing performances.
Offers little in terms of genuine scares or suspense.
Google audience: Audience reception for Getaran is largely negative, with viewers often criticizing its predictable storyline, lackluster acting, and the absence of any truly frightening moments. Many found the film to be a disappointing entry in the horror genre.
Fun Fact
Despite its low critical standing, the film features R. Lee Ermey, known for his iconic role as Gunnery Sergeant Hartman in 'Full Metal Jacket'.
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