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Pelepas Saka
Haider and his wife return to Mestika village to attend the prayers organised by Haider`s parents. Haider`s twin brother Raden is also home for the same reason. The brothers used to be close until Haider married Alisya, who is Raden`s ex-girlfriend. One night, Asiah puts a spell on Haider. Not realising that a mysterious entity is now attached to him, Haider`s behaviour starts to change and he suspects Raden and Alisya are having an affair.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends decides to visit an abandoned mansion, rumored to be haunted by a malevolent spirit. As they explore the decaying estate, they uncover dark secrets and unleash a vengeful entity that begins to hunt them one by one.
Critical Reception
Pelepas Saka received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many citing predictable plot points and a reliance on jump scares. However, some appreciated the atmospheric tension and the performances of the main cast.
What Reviewers Say
Fails to deliver fresh scares, relying on genre clichés.
Suffers from a slow pace and underdeveloped characters.
Some atmospheric moments offer a glimmer of potential.
Google audience: Audience reviews were largely unfavorable, with many finding the film to be unoriginal and lacking in genuine horror elements. Common complaints included a predictable storyline and a lack of character development.
Fun Fact
The production team reportedly encountered several technical difficulties during filming in the abandoned locations, which they claimed added to the eerie atmosphere of the movie.
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