Tabu: Mengusik Gerbang Iblis
Tabu: Mengusik Gerbang Iblis

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Tabu: Mengusik Gerbang Iblis

2019
Movie
96 min
Indonesian

When six best high school buddies are cross the forbidden forest and broken all the rules in there, something evil follow their back and causing death among themselves.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: Niniek L. KarimGenres: Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of young women are drawn to a remote village after hearing rumors of a mysterious curse. As they delve deeper into the village's secrets, they uncover a dark ritual and a malevolent entity that begins to torment them. They must find a way to break the curse before it consumes them entirely.

Critical Reception

Tabu: Mengusik Gerbang Iblis received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics citing a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some praised its attempts at atmospheric horror, the film ultimately failed to deliver a truly compelling or frightening experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on jump scares and common horror tropes.

  • Lacks originality in its storytelling and character development.

  • Attempts at atmosphere are undermined by a weak script.

Google audience: Audience reception was largely unenthusiastic, with many viewers finding the film to be formulaic and uninspired. Common complaints included a lack of suspense and a disappointing resolution.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Tabu: Mengusik Gerbang Iblis,' translates to 'Taboo: Disturbing the Gate of Demons,' hinting at the supernatural themes explored within the narrative.

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