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Exclusive: Los Angeles-based sales, production, and finance company Est N8 has acquired Indonesian horror film Pabrik Gula (Sugar Mill) for North America release.

Pabrik Gula is directed by Awi Suryadi, who helmed the highest-grossing Indonesian film of all time, Kkn di Desa Penari.

Pabrik Gula will have its theatrical release in Indonesia on Eid al-Fitr in end-March, and is set to hit theaters across North America, including IMAX screens, in April 2025.

The film follows a group of seasonal workers arriving at a sugar mill, only to find themselves tormented by vengeful demons. As terrifying events unfold, they must unravel the mystery of what awakened these dark forces — and whether they can escape and return home before it is too late.

Arbani Yasiz stars in the film, alongside Erika Carlina and Ersya Aurelia.

The film is produced by MD Pictures,...

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