Night Woman
Night Woman

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Night Woman

1987
Movie
86 min
Indonesian

A young woman who is kicked to the curb when she reveals she's pregnant dies in a car accident and returns as a vengeance seeking kuntilanak to get revenge on her useless boyfriend.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Fabrice CazeneuveGenres: Drama, Horror

Plot Summary

A woman moves to a new town and begins to experience strange occurrences and disturbing visions. She uncovers a dark secret about the town and her own past, leading her into a terrifying confrontation with a malevolent force. The film explores themes of repressed trauma and psychological horror.

Critical Reception

Night Woman (1987) received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric tension and unique visual style, others found its narrative convoluted and its scares less effective. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its unconventional approach to horror and others put off by its bleak tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and visual direction.

  • Criticized for a confusing plot and inconsistent pacing.

  • Some found the horror elements genuinely disturbing, while others felt they fell flat.

Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this film, making it difficult to summarize specific audience likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was reportedly shot on a very low budget, with much of its visual impact achieved through creative cinematography and practical effects rather than expensive CGI.

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