Kafir: Bersekutu dengan Setan

My friend recommend me this movie, said it was one of the best horror movie this year, i thought it would come as average. Boy oh boy i was wrong!

The acting in this movie was very good!, I'm very surprised local talents could be this good(or maybe because i rarely watch local movies). It felt so cinematic yet so natural and real. For me it was on par with Hereditary. Yes it is THAT good.

The special effects was not disappointing at all. For a movie with small budget, you can't get any better.

The story was nice too, it felt fresh and different(in a good way) than other local horror movies. Always left you wondering WTF is going on.

Overall, this movie deserves your time!

I really like the cinematography of this film good color tone and give a good impression in the eyes of the audience acting the players especially the mother, very good and convincing we will feel scared even though the ghost of this film hasn't appeared yet

unfortunately, I was a little disappointed with some of the effects

overall, this film is good even though it can't be as powerful as satan's slave

This movie is great, actually. The acting is amazing, with great (although not too complex, possibly to get the more mysterious vibe) characterization. All of them, especially Putri Ayudya, she deserves Piala Citra of her own. Her change of character, her change of voice, her change of look, it's just the best I have ever seen in Indonesian horror for a long time. The cinematography is also beautiful; every scene is good looking (too dark, perhaps, but it still supports the tone of teh whole movie). The plot of this movie is constructed neatly and systematically; it's hard to not lose focus. The aura surrounding this movie is gripping and mysterious, which gets me excited and scared at the same time. That is why it's so hard to see when this movie gets into its final act, it failed spectacularly. This movie got predictable pretty quickly, and seemed too rushed. and the twist isn't that good either. That basement scene is a treat to see on screen, but it's not very convincing and I blamed the director for the failed execution. It leaves me with a "meh". At the end, I appreciated this movie for trying to be different, but I knew this movie could be better.

Kafir: Bersekutu dengan Setan is a prime example of the revival of modern Indonesian horror. By blending supernatural elements with deeply rooted local tradition and intense family drama, the film offers an experience that is not just scary-but emotionally gripping.

From the very beginning, the audience is pulled into a tense, quiet atmosphere. The seemingly peaceful village backdrop becomes the perfect setting for a haunting story. Cinematography and lighting are used effectively to create discomfort without relying heavily on special effects. Viewers will feel breathless during many intense yet well-paced moments.

The acting is solid, especially from the lead, who conveys fear and desperation convincingly. What sets the film apart is how it integrates cultural values and spiritual beliefs, making the horror feel grounded and personal.

Some scenes may feel slow to some, but this pacing helps build mystery. Local rituals and community beliefs add a distinct flavor that Western horror rarely captures.

With mature direction and a story that touches on faith, grief, and family, Kafir deserves an 8 out of 10. It's not just a scary film-it's one that stays with you.

Well, in fact, there's not much good Indonesian movie reboots these days, mostly are bad. Only the horror ones turned out successfully, and this movie is one of it. though not perfect because some of it scenes just don't make sense, the action of some of the characters get a little bit forced, and the transition between scenes at the beginning of the movie goes too fast, it was all soon covered by a good visual and practical effect, simple yet understandable storyline, setting, scoring, and cinematography with the accurate portrayal of local nuance of the last 20th century's Indonesia. For that, 7/10 is what I give for this movie, but even by Hollywood standards, it's already good enough (and there's still so much room to grow in order to make a better movie, not just horror).