Pusaka
Pusaka

Pusaka

2019Movie94 minMalay

Skilled cop Inspector Nuar discovers twins, Balqis and Qistina, mysteriously locked up in an abandoned house. He suddenly starts suffering a series of unexplained hauntings, and individuals linked to the case begin dying one by one. Nuar must now race against time to solve the dark mystery behind the two girls before it’s too late.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Joko AnwarGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends who are paranormal investigators visit a supposedly haunted house that belonged to a notorious sorcerer. As they delve deeper into the house's dark history, they uncover terrifying secrets and become targets of malevolent supernatural forces. Their investigation turns into a desperate fight for survival as the entity within the house reveals its true, horrifying nature.

Critical Reception

Pusaka received mixed to positive reviews from critics and audiences, often praised for its atmospheric horror and jump scares, though some found the plot to be derivative of other horror tropes. It was noted for its ambitious attempt to blend supernatural mystery with intense horror sequences within a Malaysian context.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective jump scares and unsettling atmosphere.
  • Some critics noted that the plot relied on familiar horror clichés.
  • Appreciated for its attempt to explore Malaysian folklore and supernatural themes.

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Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Pusaka', translates to 'heirloom' or 'legacy' in Malay, hinting at the generational curse or dark inheritance central to the plot.

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