Gundala

Sancaka, a security guard who is struck by lightning, gains superpowers that allow him to fight corruption and injustice in Indonesia. He becomes the superhero Gundala, facing off against the villainous Pengkor and his organization, the Independent Revolutionary People's Force. Sancaka must harness his new abilities to protect the innocent and bring hope to a nation plagued by inequality and tyranny.

Gundala received generally positive reviews from critics, praising its ambitious scope, visual style, and action sequences. It was lauded for its attempt to establish a cinematic universe for Indonesian superheroes and its relevant social commentary. While some found the plot occasionally convoluted, the film was largely seen as a strong entry in the superhero genre and a significant milestone for Indonesian cinema.

• Visually striking with impressive action choreography.
• A compelling narrative that effectively blends superhero tropes with social commentary.
• Ambitious world-building for a new Indonesian cinematic universe.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's exciting action and its contribution to Indonesian superhero cinema. Many viewers found the story engaging and the visual effects to be of high quality, though some noted that certain plot elements could be improved.

Nominated for Best Director and Best Picture at the 2020 Indonesian Film Festival (Festival Film Indonesia).

Gundala was the first film in Bumilangit Cinematic Universe (BCU), a planned series of films based on Indonesia's popular comic book characters.