Horror,Thriller,Mystery
Indonesia,South Korea
Impetigore is a horror film from Indonesia directed by Joko Anwar, who is known for his critically acclaimed films, such as "Satan's Slaves" and "The Forbidden Door." The film centers on a young woman named Maya, who is living in Jakarta and working as a toll booth operator with her best friend, Dini. One day, Maya discovers that she is the heir to a property in a remote village where she was born. Desperate for money and a new life, Maya decides to return to her village with Dini to claim her inheritance.
As they arrive in the village, they are met with hostility and suspicion from the villagers, who seem to be hiding a dark secret. Maya soon learns that her family's past is intertwined with the village's gruesome history of child sacrifice and murder. The villagers believe that Maya is the key to a ritual that they need to perform to lift a curse that has been plaguing the village for generations. Maya and Dini find themselves trapped in a deadly game of cat and mouse, while trying to uncover the truth about the past and stay alive.
Impetigore is a gripping horror movie that plays on the fear of the unknown. The film features haunting imagery and creepy sound effects that create a chilling atmosphere. The performances of the cast are outstanding, especially Tara Basro as Maya and Marissa Anita as Dini, who portray their characters' terror and desperation convincingly. Impetigore is a must-watch for fans of Asian horror movies, as it captures the essence of Indonesian folklore and superstitions in a terrifying way.
