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Hantu Bukit Cina
"Hantu Bukit Cina" starts off with three teenagers; Jo, Luna and Sandra who have missed their bus that was supposed to take them to their cultural dance course. In order to make it to their destination, the trio hitch a ride with Kent and Zack who are on their way to go fishing. As the group takes off on their journey, their ride suddenly breaks down in what the locals call a creepy desolate area. It's not long after when mysterious happenings start to unravel amongst the group of friends.
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"Hantu Bukit Cina" starts off with three teenagers; Jo, Luna and Sandra who have missed their bus that was supposed to take them to their cultural dance course. In order to make it to their destination, the trio hitch a ride with Kent and Zack who are on their way to go fishing. As the group takes off on their journey, their ride suddenly breaks down in what the locals call a creepy desolate area. It's not long after when mysterious happenings start to unravel amongst the group of friends.
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