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Bangkitnya Suster Gepeng
Keiko Larasati Hirosuke is a Japanese-Indonesian mulatto girl, her grandfather was a Japanese soldier assigned to Indonesia. After the war was over, the grandfather returned to Japan, married and had one child who later married an Indonesian man. One night, after clubbing with his girlfriend and friends, Keiko got a terrifying terror. There is a strange broadcast on the radio, like the broadcast of the war of independence. The woman's voice mentioned the life debt that must be paid. Keiko and his friends are confused.
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Plot Summary
A former nurse, Rini, who was once accused of causing the death of a patient, returns to the hospital where the incident occurred. She believes she is being haunted by the vengeful spirit of the patient. As she tries to uncover the truth behind the patient's death and clear her name, she uncovers a dark conspiracy within the hospital.
Critical Reception
Bangkitnya Suster Gepeng received a mixed reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its attempt at a psychological horror narrative and its atmosphere, others found the plot predictable and the scares uninspired. It was noted for its effective use of Indonesian folklore and urban legends related to vengeful spirits.
What Reviewers Say
The film effectively builds suspense and utilizes a creepy atmosphere, drawing on local ghost stories.
Some viewers found the plot twists to be somewhat predictable, and the scares did not always land effectively.
The performances, particularly from the lead actress, were generally considered adequate for the genre.
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Fun Fact
The film is part of a series of Indonesian horror films often featuring nurses or similar hospital figures as central to the horror narrative, tapping into common cultural anxieties.
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