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Keramat
Zul Suphian is Habib, who is wrongly accused of raping Mustika (Diana Amir) that he was beaten by the villagers led by Mustika's own brother, Jabar (Alex Yanz). However, no one could have predicted that after the incident, Habib, who is not an ordinary youth, would begin to develop strange powers, where the veil that hides his disfigured face emits a ray that leads to the death of many villagers.
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Plot Summary
A group of young people go on a spiritual journey to a remote village known for its mysterious rituals and ancient curses. As they delve deeper into the village's secrets, they uncover a dark history and awaken a malevolent force that begins to hunt them down one by one. They must find a way to appease the spirits and escape the village before they become its next victims.
Critical Reception
Keramat received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its atmosphere and suspense but criticism for its predictable plot and reliance on jump scares. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its attempt at a supernatural horror narrative within an Indonesian cultural context, while others found it lacking in originality and genuine scares.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and visual style.
Criticized for a formulaic storyline and derivative horror tropes.
Felt to be an average entry in the Indonesian horror genre.
Google audience: Audience reception for Keramat is largely unavailable. However, films of this genre and era in Indonesia often receive comments regarding their reliance on supernatural themes and traditional folklore, with some viewers enjoying the cultural elements and others finding the scares to be uninspired.
Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film draws upon Indonesian folklore and superstitions, aiming to create a sense of dread rooted in local beliefs.
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