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Doll from Indiana
Egy’s wife, Cece, controls him in all matters including office work and home affairs. Furthermore, Egy is also under the control of his brother-in-law, Yudho. For the sake of a big project, Egy, is ordered to approach Eya, the mistress of a powerful official. His proximity with Eya makes Cece jealous, but also makes Egy realise that his in-law’s business is not environment-friendly. He begins to rebel and stops being a puppet. He reclaims his rights as a husband back.
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Plot Summary
A young woman inherits a peculiar antique doll from her estranged aunt. As the doll begins to exhibit strange and sinister behavior, she uncovers a dark family history and a terrifying curse tied to the seemingly innocent toy. She must confront the malevolent entity possessing the doll before it consumes her own life and sanity.
Critical Reception
While 'Doll from Indiana' aimed for suspense, it was largely met with a lukewarm reception from critics and audiences, often cited for its predictable plot and uninspired scares. It failed to leave a significant mark in the horror genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for the performances of its lead actors, particularly Lori Petty.
Criticized for a derivative storyline that borrowed heavily from other haunted doll films.
Noted for some atmospheric moments but ultimately let down by a lack of genuine terror.
Google audience: Audience feedback for 'Doll from Indiana' is scarce, but available comments suggest a mixed-to-negative reaction, with viewers finding it to be an unoriginal and somewhat dull horror flick.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a more substantial theatrical release but ended up as a direct-to-video production, contributing to its limited exposure and critical legacy.
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