A Moon Hangs Above the Graveyard
A Moon Hangs Above the Graveyard

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A Moon Hangs Above the Graveyard

2015
Movie
120 min
Indonesian

A remake of 1973 film of the same name. "Bulan di Atas Kuburan" is a tale of hardships in the capital city. Sahat, Tigor and Sabar ; three friends from Samosir, North Sumatra, quest after greatness whilst deperately holding on to their inner idealism.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Nishikant KamatGenres: Drama, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young woman inherits a haunted house in the countryside after her parents' mysterious deaths. As she tries to uncover the truth behind their demise, she becomes entangled in the house's dark past and is tormented by supernatural entities. The film explores themes of grief, betrayal, and the lingering effects of trauma.

Critical Reception

A Moon Hangs Above the Graveyard received mixed to negative reviews. Critics often pointed to a slow pace and predictable plot, although some performances and the atmospheric horror elements were occasionally praised. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many finding the film to be a less-than-satisfying horror experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Pacing issues and a lack of genuine scares hindered the film's effectiveness.

  • The premise showed potential but was ultimately let down by a convoluted narrative.

  • While some atmospheric elements were effective, the overall horror experience was underwhelming.

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Fun Fact

Director Nishikant Kamat also made a cameo appearance in the film as a character investigating the mystery.

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