5 Recommendations for the Scariest Indonesian Horror Films That Will Make Your Hair Stand on End

"Dream - Horror films remain one of the favorite genres in Indonesia, as evidenced by the number of horror films continuously produced each year. Various titles of local horror films have managed to achieve high ratings, showing that the horror film industry in the country is rapidly developing. So, for those of you looking for references to the scariest Indonesian horror films, the following list of Indonesian horror film recommendations could be an interesting choice to boost your adrenaline."

"1. The Torment of the Grave (2024)"

The film "Siksa Kubur" directed by Joko Anwar tells the story of Sita (Faradina Muti) who, after losing both her parents in a suicide bombing, decides to prove that sinners do not receive rewards after death. Together with her brother, Adil (Reza Rahadian), they have been orphans since childhood.

5 Recommendations for the Scariest Indonesian Horror Films That Will Make Your Hair Stand on End

The trauma from the incident made Sita doubt religion and the concept of hell. To prove her belief, Sita plans to be buried with the most evil person she knows, while bringing a recording device to gather evidence.

"2. Suzzana: Breathing in the Grave (2018)"

The recommended scariest Indonesian horror film that you must watch is Suzzana: Bernapas dalam Kubur. It tells the story of a married couple, Suzzana and Satria, who live happily even though they have not had children after five years of marriage. However, their happiness is disturbed when Satria leaves the house, and four of their employees rob the house. Suzzana is killed and buried alive by the robbers.

"The spirit of Suzzana returns to the real world, appearing before her husband and the inhabitants of her house. Satria attempts to uncover the truth behind Suzzana's tragic death and the mystery of her presence as a spirit seeking justice."

"3. Mangkujiwo 2 (2023)"

"Mangkujiwo 2 is included in the list of the scariest Indonesian horror films that you can use as a reference. After the death of Cokrokusumo, Uma tries to cope with her trauma while seeking answers about the involvement of Kuntilanak in her life. Meanwhile, Brotoseno, Nyi Kenanga, and Karmila carry out various evil actions to bring Mangkujiwo to the peak of glory, which will result in a bloodbath."

"4. Satan's Slaves (2017)"

The horror film by Joko Anwar released in 2017 successfully garnered attention in the global film scene. The story focuses on the Rini family (Tara Basro) who struggle to pay for their mother, Mawarni's (Ayu Laksmi), treatment, a former famous singer suffering from a serious illness. Forced to sell their house in the city, they move to their grandmother's house in the village. Mawarni, who can only lie down and use a bell to call for help, eventually passes away after 3.5 years without a clear diagnosis.

"After Mawarni's death, their father, Bahri (Bront Palarae), went to the city to work, while Rini and her siblings experienced mystical disturbances in their new home."

"5. Corpses Washer (2024)"

"The Corpse Washer is a film that tells the story of Lela (Aghniny Haque), a corpse washer haunted by terror and the burdens of the past while working. This film, which premiered on February 22, conveys a moral message from director Hadrah Daeng Ratu about the importance of stopping gossiping about others."

"In her efforts to uncover the truth from the clues found while bathing the victim, Lela is continually haunted by spirits and feels burdened by their past secrets. With a duration of 107 minutes, this film presents a tight narrative without losing its dark and eerie atmosphere."

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