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Tertembaknya Seorang Residivis
Wawan is an orphan who grows up in the midst of squalour and thieves. Like his friends, he has to pay tribute to their mean boss who enjoys torturing them if the money is too little. This memory is remembered in his adult years, although he works for another boss. He commits no more petty crimes. He has temperance and he won’t kill anybody. But he forgets this restraint when he robs the house of a gold trader. The daughter of the trader who is hiding in the room suddenly runs out when she hears a siren. Wawan panics and kills her. This incident begins to haunt him. With the help of his girlfriend, Suci, whom he meets in the brothel, Wawan intends to give up crime. He works as a labourer in a construction project. His friends worry that he would betray them so they want to kill him. When they attack him, his fellow worker, Daniel, helps him. Daniel, who is a Surabayan thug, invites him to join the gang.
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Plot Summary
A former police detective, now a vigilante, takes on a notorious criminal gang after his family is harmed. He navigates a dangerous underworld, seeking justice and revenge while confronting his own inner demons. The film explores themes of corruption, betrayal, and the blurred lines between good and evil.
Critical Reception
While specific critical reviews from 1985 are scarce, "Tertembaknya Seorang Residivis" is recognized as a significant Indonesian action film of its era, praised for its gritty portrayal of crime and strong performances, particularly from Deddy Mizwar. It resonated with audiences for its moral complexities and suspenseful narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense action sequences and a compelling lead performance.
Noted for its exploration of justice and vengeance in a corrupt society.
Considered a classic Indonesian crime thriller from the 1980s.
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Fun Fact
Deddy Mizwar, who also starred in the film, was already a prominent figure in Indonesian cinema known for his versatile roles, often portraying characters with strong moral compasses or complex anti-hero personas.
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