Kisah Tanah Jawa: Pocong Gundul

I didn't expect much when I'm watching Indonesian horror movies. Mostly it's about series jump scares. But to my surprise, this film brings lots of values to enrich the story.

It's about a boy with hereditary retrocognitive ability which at first, he and his friend tried to commercialize the ability. But when a couple tried to find their missing girl and he succeeded finding her, layers of mysteries revealed as he succumbed an entity that haunted a school.

This brings him to a life threatening endeavor with the help of his friend. More characters showed up and give more complexities to the problem.

Good story telling, decent acting (not great, but not bad), good cinematography. Overall, a good movie.

One flaw I found is the ending. It feels a little rushed.

Kisah Tanah Jawa: Pocong Gundul is an Indonesian horror film based on a legendary urban myth, offering a gripping and eerie experience. This film is particularly appealing to horror enthusiasts who enjoy supernatural themes and mystical storytelling.

One of its strongest aspects is the haunting atmosphere, enhanced by well-crafted cinematography and an immersive sound design that intensifies the tension. The dark and shadowy visuals effectively amplify the fear factor, making the audience feel as if they are part of this terrifying world.

The performances from the cast are solid, successfully building suspense throughout the film, although some dialogues feel slightly unnatural. The storyline is intriguing, with a mystery that keeps viewers engaged. However, certain parts of the film progress at a slower pace, and some of the jumpscares are somewhat predictable.

The visual effects contribute well to the film's eerie ambiance. Several scenes manage to evoke fear without solely relying on jumpscares, which is a commendable approach.

Overall, Kisah Tanah Jawa: Pocong Gundul is a decent horror film that effectively creates a suspenseful atmosphere while delivering an engaging story. Despite some flaws in pacing and jumpscare execution, it remains an enjoyable watch for fans of Indonesian horror.

After the success of Danur Universe and the box office record-breaking film "KKN di Desa Penari", it seems that Awi Suryadi has established himself as one of the promising horror film directors in Indonesia. Through Kisah Tanah Jawa: Pocong Gundul, Awi presents a back and forth narrative that is neatly woven through the main character who has retrocognitive abilities. This film provides enough horror, jump scares and gore but still provides adequate storytelling. A big applause was also given to the production value, music score and set design, not to mention the make up for the Pocong itself, which was very convincing and neat. "Pocong Gundul" successfully opened a new horror universe which seems to be increasingly popular recently.

Kisah Tanah Jawa: Pocong Gundul delivers a creepy atmosphere that really draws you into the world of Javanese folklore. The visuals are pretty striking, and the way they use sound to build tension works well, keeping you on edge for most of the movie. The setting, especially the Javanese landscapes, feels authentic and adds to the supernatural vibe of the story. That said, the plot can feel a bit all over the place at times. Some scenes don't get the buildup they need, so they come off as rushed or incomplete. Also, the characters don't really get much development, so it's hard to fully invest in what happens to them. Plus, some of the scares feel like things we've seen before, which can make the horror a bit less effective as the movie goes on. Overall, though, if you're into Indonesian folklore and enjoy supernatural horror, Kisah Tanah Jawa is still worth a watch. It's spooky enough to keep you entertained, even if it has a few bumps along the way.