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Congkak
Kazman is a dedicated husband who, despite his wife Sufiah's protests, decided to buy a bungalow for their family near a lake as a family getaway. Anxious in the new house, Sufiah feels as if someone is watching her. Her daughter Lisa, who would always go downstairs at night to play congkak with someone whom she could only see, compounds her uneasiness. Sufiah throws the congkak in the lake, but is awakened the next night by the sound of the congkak being played again and upon investigation, she sees an old lady playing it. When her daughter disappears, the oldest resident in that area, Pak Tua, comes to the family's rescue and helps in locating the missing family members.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends rents a secluded house for a holiday, unaware of its dark past and a malevolent spirit connected to a traditional board game called Congkak. As strange occurrences escalate, they realize they are trapped and must uncover the truth behind the spirit's vengeance before it claims them all.
Critical Reception
Congkak was a moderate success in Malaysia, appealing to fans of local horror films. While praised for its atmosphere and some suspenseful moments, it received criticism for its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters, a common critique for many films in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its chilling atmosphere and jump scares.
Criticized for relying on common horror tropes and a predictable storyline.
Some viewers found the supernatural elements and local folklore intriguing.
Google audience: Audience reception information from Google is not readily available for this film.
Fun Fact
The film's title refers to 'Congkak' (also spelled 'Sungka' or 'Mancala'), a traditional Southeast Asian board game that plays a central role in the movie's supernatural plot.
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