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Movie is very flashy, although the CGI is not consistent (very well done in some scenes, looked like a B movie in a lot of scenes). Minimal character background and development, making it hard to get invested with the plot. The movie just rolls along, with barely any backstory for a lot of things thus not showing the reasoning and what really motivates the actions of a few characters. Plot points and characters were introduced as the movie progressed, but they were left out completely towards the end, and we can only guess what happened. The english was average at best, some actors spoke very clearly while others were mumbling (especially the main character, dunno if this was done on purpose or not). A lot cheesy lines and subpar delivery, making me laugh when it wasn't supposed to be funny. Action scenes were nice and well executed. The Raid 2 is still a much better movie in my opinion, with better plot and character development and very well executed action scenes with practical effects. Overall this movie is an okay attempt to be like a hollywood action movie, but still has a lot of room to improve, especially the writing. This movie is probably doing well in Indonesia (people were clapping at the end of the movie, I have no idea why, other than maybe feeling patriotic), but I don't think this would fare well internationally. Just my two cents.

Really bad movies, lots of plothole, bad CGI, awkward accent, boring conversation, poorly made setup, and bla bla bla, bla bla bla. But! This is the first Indonesian movie that use intensive CGI and trying to reach the level of hollywood action movies, let's appreciate it! And also the fact that it has quite unique story really surprise me! Still a long way to go, lots of room to improve, but thanks for trying!

Action 7/10 Special effects 8/10 Story 1/10 Typical of Indonesian's action movie, only contain action & action & action, without good story

So after following the progress of the movie from the first genre back ten years ago, the expectation for this movie has been very high. And the hype being generated upon the release added to the high expectation.

Upon watching the movie i liked it for the most part, the CG is amazing (although it feel that in some places the CG was purposely made sub par), the characters were good, and the story was great.

Gun action scene were great, a few questions popped up here and there, but overall great.

Action fight scene were also great, a few camera angle misses that showed things that should have been edited better, but overall the fight scenes were fast paced, brutal and horrific...all the elements that people want to see in a good fight

This is definitely a step forward for Indonesian film making, hope to see more equal or even better quality movie than this one

...this is amateur/newb producer, writer and director Randy Korompis' first film ever! Stellar production with outstanding cinematography, and directing better than some seasoned pro filmmakers films I've seen lately. Excellent casting and performances, and I'm happy it was made in English. The S/VFX were Hollywood blockbuster quality. Film length and pacing were spot on. The score was a little overbearing in some scenes, and the writing had some plot and technical issues, but nevertheless, shocked at how great this film was coming from a new filmmaker! Mad props and respect to Randy Korompis. A well deserved 8/10 from me