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Fajar Nugros

The New Wave of Indonesian Horror: 13 Films Redefining Fear
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Indonesia’s horror renaissance blooms from decades of strict censorship that suppressed supernatural intensity and social commentary. Post-1998 reforms ignited gradual change, but the true revolution arrived via an audience insurgence. Box office records shattered as “Satan’s Slaves” (2017) and “Impetigore” (2019) drew millions, proving horror’s commercial power. Streaming platforms amplified this hunger—Netflix acquisitions like “The Queen of Witchcraft” sparked global fan theories, while TikTok challenges recreated “Sorop“‘s digital ghost. Social media discussions now drive narratives, with Gen Z demanding bolder critiques of corruption, extremism, and environmental decay. This synergy—directors weaponizing folklore against modern rot and crowds craving cultural catharsis—fuels Southeast Asia’s most electrifying horror wave.

Here are 13 titles from the last three years that highlight the aforementioned.

1. The Queen of Witchcraft (2023) by Fajar Nugros

Fajar Nugros spotlights Dukun (shaman) warfare. Rival witches in modern Yogyakarta deploy social media curses (#TikTokHex) and sentient pocong (shroud ghosts...
See full article at AsianMoviePulse
  • 8/13/2025
  • by Panos Kotzathanasis
  • AsianMoviePulse
Jogja-netpac Asian Film Festival 2024 Reviews and Interviews
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With Indonesia’s first film market taking place during Jaff, the enthusiasm for the festival was even bigger, in a way that is actually quite contagious, particularly since the overwhelming majority of the audience were in their 20s, with their attitude giving the whole thing a party essence that was quite appealing. The program was also interesting, with the local films taking a rather large part of the program, allowing for new discoveries in an industry that is dominated by horror movies, but actually produces a number of other genres. Also of interest is the fact that the local productions seem to move more towards mainstream paths, something that also dictates the festival’s program, in contrast to European film festivals who usually pick the arthouse path.

Without further ado, take a look at our coverage of Jaff

Film Review: A Brother and 7 Siblings (2024) by Yandy Laurens

Dimas Bagus Triatma...
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  • 12/12/2024
  • by Panos Kotzathanasis
  • AsianMoviePulse
Jaff 2024 Announces Juries Awards: Yohanna, HappyEnd and Ma – Cry of Silence the big winners
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Hanoman Award

Hanoman Award is a feature-length competitive program for established directors and upcoming young talent who hold the future of Asian cinema. The first winner will be awarded a Golden Hanoman and runner-up will be awarded a Silver Hanoman.

Amanda Nell Eu, Gina S. Noer and Julien Rejl gave the Silver Hanoman to “Viet and Nam” by Vietnamese Truong Minh Quy and the Golden Hanoman to “HappyEnd” by Neo Sora.

Film Analysis: HappyEnd (2024) by Neo Sora Interview With Neo Sora: The Casting Process Was Classical and Quite Abnormal for Japan Film Review: Viet and Nam (2024) by Minh Quy Truong Netpac Award

Netpac Award aims to read the diverse Asian perspectives from the first or second work of directors who hold the future of Asian cinema.

Arian Darmawan, Intan Paramaditha and Latika Padgaonkar gave the Netpac Award to “Ma – Cry of Silence” by The Maw Naing

Film Review: Ma- Cry of Silence...
See full article at AsianMoviePulse
  • 12/7/2024
  • by Panos Kotzathanasis
  • AsianMoviePulse
‘Sleep Call’ Ending Explained & Movie Recap: Is Rama Dead Or Alive?
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I think people are most afraid of being lonely, hence, we want to build connections through love, lust, and friendship. But would it be okay if someone faked all emotion or pretended to fall in love? I don’t think anybody would want that, definitely not the girl Dina in Fajar Nugros’s film Sleep Call. Dina is a loan shark who helps other people clear their debts when she struggles to clear her own. Naturally, Dina’s own life is a mess, and to make ends meet, she often has to sleep with people from her office, but it’s clear she’s not happy with her situation. But, Dina finds comfort in her virtual relationship with Rama, which gives her peace in her chaotic life. However, a major revelation is made in Sleep Call when it is revealed that all the people Dina had slept with are turning up dead.
See full article at Film Fugitives
  • 9/8/2024
  • by Sutanuka Banerjee
  • Film Fugitives
Idn Media Launched Idn Pictures, After Acquiring Demi Istri Production
Millennials (2018)
To support and grow the Indonesian film industry, Idn Media has acquired an independent film company, Demi Istri Production, on 12 May 2020. Demi Istri Production was founded in 2013 by Director ​Fajar Nugros and Producer ​Susanti Dewi​. After the acquisition, Fajar Nugros and Susanti Dewi will join Idn Media to lead ​Idn Pictures​.

Fajar Nugros and Susanti Dewi have been in the Indonesian film industry for a long time, producing and directing multiple films, including ​Cinta Brontosaurus (2013), ​Yowis Ben (2018 & 2019), ​Moammar Emka’s Jakarta Undercover (2017), and ​Terbang Menembus Langit (​ 2018).

By launching Idn Pictures, Idn Media is committed to continuing its vision to democratize information and become a one-stop content platform for Millennials and Gen Z in Indonesia.

A film is not only a work of art, but also an impactful medium to inspire millions of Millennials and Gen Z in Indonesia. Idn Media hopes that through the films that Idn Pictures produces, it...
See full article at AsianMoviePulse
  • 5/20/2020
  • by Rhythm Zaveri
  • AsianMoviePulse
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