Badarawuhi di Desa Penari

This is an Indonasian movie and I must say its a very good movie.

I just started watching this movie without knowing much around its baseline or origin country. But as I started watching it catches me.

I liked the theme and direction. Later I searched and find this is based on true story told/experienced by some students of or around same village. I also found this movie is prequel of "KKN di Desa Penari".

Now I will watch that movie as well.

Acting: very good by the central character and good by other supporting characters Direction: really very good

I was not expecting much from this movie but I must say this is a good movie.

Mila and her group of cousins are determined to uncover the truth behind her mother's mysterious illness. Their quest leads them to the enigmatic Dancing Village (Desa Penari), where they unravel a series of secrets, piece by piece, including the existence of the dreaded entity known as Badarawuhi.

The film unfolds as a slow-burn horror, with the second half proving more compelling than the first. While some scenes may feel repetitive, reminiscent of "KKN di Desa Penari," the focus is primarily on the gradual revelation of secrets between Badarawuhi and the village.

Although the second act is commendable for its chilling and eerie horror, certain parts of the movie may drag, yet they are integral to the plot's development. Despite the predominantly visual storytelling, viewers may still find themselves questioning certain aspects of the film.

The technical prowess of the film, particularly in editing and transitioning between scenes, deserves appreciation for its clean execution. The eerie atmosphere effectively complements the movie's theme.

While "KKN di Desa Penari" may be preferred for its realism and tragic elements, some viewers may feel a stronger connection to the characters and their personal development. The lack of a direct link between the two films, despite being a prequel, may leave some audiences wanting more coherence.

Nevertheless, "Badarawuhi Di Desa Penari" offers an engaging weekend watch, particularly for horror enthusiasts.

This movie unintentionally gives off a very strong sapphic vibe that is impossible to ignore. The way the characters interact, the dialogues they exchange, and the overall atmosphere of the film all hint at deeper feelings between the leads, Mila and Badarawuhi. The conversations between them often feel charged, as if every word is carefully chosen to hide more than it reveals. There are subtle glances and lingering looks that build a quiet tension, which keeps viewers guessing about what's really going on beneath the surface. Sometimes, I find myself feeling genuinely excited whenever they share a scene, even if I can't exactly explain why. It's that electric feeling of two characters sharing a connection that feels more than just friendship. Their relationship dynamic is complex, layered with unspoken emotions that add depth to the story. You can see it in how they interact-how Mila seems both hesitant and drawn to Badarawuhi, while Badarawuhi appears aware of the tension but doesn't quite address it. This chemistry is what makes the movie stand out for me, even with its flaws. It's the main reason I keep watching it and why I genuinely enjoy the film.

For fans of LGBTQ stories, this film offers a lot of what they enjoy. The subtle hints, the emotional tension, and the powerful performances speak directly to those who love seeing romantic or intimate themes portrayed on screen. If you're someone who appreciates stories about first love, hidden feelings, or characters navigating moments of closeness and distance, you will find this movie captivating. I believe it has a natural appeal for an audience that values queer representation, even if it's not explicitly labeled as a "LGBT film." The layers of tension suggest a deeper story that many viewers with an interest in queer themes will absolutely love. It's a movie that, even without explicit focus on sexuality, radiates a strong vibe that makes it clear these characters share a more meaningful connection.

It's been a while I have written a review on here, since I do that on my own website. But this time I had to.

People have been calling this gripping and spine-chilling. There isn't a single event in this film that even came close to this. Director Kimo Stamboel is capable of building up tension and dread. Only in this film, this replaced with empty symbolism and boredom. Badarawuhi, a snake demon, clearly is intended to be scary and intimidating. She might be the latter because of her portrayal by Aulia Sarah. She tries her hardest. If only this was backed up by terror.

There is hardly any terror. The few events that are supposed to signify this are laughable at best. Sure, there are some gross and gory scenes, but they hardly have any effect. Then the finale is like one big joke. I think I was supposed to be creeped out by the menacing dancers. I mean, it could have been done, had these dances been backed up elements that actually made these dances unique and terrifying. But this is not the case one bit. It felt like a rip-off from Suspiria (2018) which also was a joke.

But the absolute part that made me lose interest quite fast is the pacing. There is very little story and substance in the first place. Maybe enough for a 5-minute short. But this is stretched out over 2 hours. You can imagine how slow this feels.

Overall, this is far from the opposite what the majority of the reviewers have been claiming. And don't get me wrong. I wished what they said was true. But to have me sit through this and make me waste my time in this fashion I find criminal. So yeah, don't believe the high rating, this is terrible!

I know this movie Made by kimo stamboel or kimo stambol? I don't know, i love he's movie, but im really confused with this movie. Are even this is a horror movie? Or drama? Or comedy movie? Something i love horror movie buat maybe this is the worst. Is just about a cursed village. For me it just did'nt make sense, if you are easy to scare but you want to try to watch one horror movie this is the perfect movie for you, BECAUSE THIS MOVIE IS NOT SCARY. I know maybe scary for some another people, but hey we are Indonesian duh.. we already get used with horror movie because Indonesian only can make horror and drama movie lol. But the point, is if you are easy to scare and you want to try to watch horror movie this movie is perfect for you (Spoiler alert but not really spoiler:)

Literally i was just shocked when i was shown a dead monkey covered with blood, bruh🗿