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Lagenda Budak Setan
Based on the all time best-selling novel, Kasyah (Farid Kamil) is a troublemaker in high school but things change when he meets Ayu (Lisa Surihani). However, Kasyah is force to part with Ayu when he has to go for a research project. Ayu then meets her ex-lover Azmi (Que Haidar) who is an abuser.
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Plot Summary
The story revolves around Kazar, a young man with a dark past who is haunted by the spirit of his deceased girlfriend, Sofea. Kazar struggles to come to terms with Sofea's death and the circumstances surrounding it. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers secrets that threaten to consume him.
Critical Reception
Lagenda Budak Setan was a moderately successful film in Malaysia, appealing to audiences interested in supernatural thrillers and romantic elements. While it garnered a following, critical reception was mixed, with some praising its atmospheric horror and emotional core, while others pointed to plot inconsistencies and pacing issues.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its attempts at creating a suspenseful and eerie atmosphere.
Some viewers found the romantic elements and the protagonist's grief compelling.
Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped supporting characters.
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Fun Fact
The film is a remake of the 2007 film 'Budak Setan' and was also directed by Israfil Ismayil.
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