Makmum

As much as Islam reigns as rules and society in Indonesia, the horror movies aren't that good to portray the religion/teachings more than a good vs. evil token in the 80 horror movies. Since then, fairly all spiritual explanations from Indonesian horror movies are credited to traditional shamans. It is quite tricky to portray Islam in a horror movie since many unspeakable boundaries may rise as controversy if the producers aren't careful enough.

This movie, coming from an acclaimed horror short with the same name (and this full-length version keeps bragging the short's accolades to oblivion lol) using a relatively simple premise. Three students must stay at the dorm to complete extra courses during the holiday season get supernatural occurrences that somehow always happened during their prayers.

I must say, 90 minutes seems too prolonged for the movie to develop the story and characters. It is so slow in terms of the plot and the scenes. Many scenes revolve to a person realizes something is wrong then needs a few seconds before reacting. Most of the actings are so stoic it's cringy to watch them.

Despite that, they have a fair share of good jumpscare moments. What seems to be the problem is how this movie is confined to stereotypic

Even a student's final project is better than this film, very messy, everything from writing the script, taking pictures, editing as if not intending to make a film.

I'm still confused as to why there is a sequel of this movie. Weird plot, does not make a sense. The only good thing of this movie is trailer. Thats why I give 2 rating.

As too many horror movies in cinema nowadays, I chose "Makmum" as one of the best. The good things about this feature is it has very own style of horror presentation . The jump scare was on point. Even though the storyline is predictable but overall you will still enjoy watching this movie. On acting level, it didn't reach up to the highest level but yet the casts performances still satisfactory. The cinematography works considered so amazing for this movie. Anyhow for those who really into 'ghost' story, this movie won't help much to satisfy you because it doesn't highlight ghosts so much. Some area you might feel slight boring if you're not patient enough to wait for the next scene. By the way, this movie absolutely worth for your money. Do not put too high expectations for this flick. It's maybe slightly different than other horror movie but after all it still a pretty scary movie. Happy watching!

The f did i watch? It's so all over the place. The only thing acceptable is the trailer.