Knight Kris
Knight Kris

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Knight Kris

2017
Movie
106 min
Indonesian

In an ancient temple, Bayu found a Keris embedded in stone. Because of his curiousity, he pulled it. Then some strange things happened! Bayu got powers to be a Mighty Warrior. Too bad that the Keris is also a seal to a ruthless giant called Asura. The giant who had been sealed for thousands of years now resurrected to spread terrors to humanity. Accompanied by Rani, his cousin and an old ape named Empu Tandra, Bayu must face Asura and the League of Shadows. Can his journey prevail?

Insights

Director: Visal SakGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A young Cambodian man dreams of becoming a skilled martial artist, but his path is complicated by the criminal underworld. He finds himself caught between his aspirations and the dangerous realities of his environment. The film follows his struggle for survival and self-discovery in a world that tests his strength and spirit.

Critical Reception

Knight Kris received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise for its action sequences and the lead actor's performance. Some critics noted that while the narrative had potential, it occasionally suffered from pacing issues and underdeveloped subplots. Overall, it was seen as a solid effort in Cambodian action cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic martial arts choreography and fight scenes.

  • The lead performance was often highlighted as a strong point.

  • Some found the plot to be somewhat formulaic or predictable.

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Fun Fact

The film was a significant project for its lead actor, Pich Sarana, who is also a professional martial artist, allowing him to showcase his real-life skills.

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