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Ekskul
Joshua, a high school student, is a troubled adolescent. At school, he was the object of ridicule of Mike and his gang. He was hung on the school's fence and his head was pushed down the toilet. At home, he was often beaten by his father and scolded by his mother for no apparent reason. His parents would be furious for his slightest mistake. Katie pursued Josh only to make fun of him. So Josh felt humiliated when Katie was also dated Mike's friend. Josh became more withdrawned and with the student counselor, he cannot express his feelings. Only Shabina, the daughter of the police captain, Margono, understands him. Then he bought a homemade pistol and plots revenge. He holds hostage his six friends who have insulted him, including Mike and Katie, in the school.
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Plot Summary
A group of teenagers joins an extracurricular activity at their school, unaware of the dark secrets and dangerous rituals that lie within. As they delve deeper, they uncover a sinister plot orchestrated by some of the members and faculty. They must race against time to escape the clutches of the organization before they become its next victims.
Critical Reception
Ekskul was a moderately successful Indonesian horror film, praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and engaging plot, though some critics noted predictable elements. It resonated with audiences looking for a thrill, becoming a notable entry in Indonesian genre cinema of the mid-2000s.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its chilling atmosphere and effective jump scares.
Appreciated for its attempt to blend mystery with horror elements.
Some found the plot to be somewhat formulaic within the horror genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's ability to create tension and its surprising twists. Viewers generally enjoyed the suspenseful narrative and the local flavor of the horror.
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Ekskul', is short for 'Eskul', which is the Indonesian term for extracurricular activities.
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