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A young father, Sugi, once lived a peaceful life with his loving wife Rohmah, their two children Dimas and Bening, and his mother-in-law Lastri. Everything falls apart when Sugi gets trapped in a high-interest debt to a ruthless loan shark. Under pressure and threats, Sugi gets involved in a dark ritual called “Getih Anak,” introduced by his old friend Muji. The ritual promises instant wealth, but every drop of blood spilled invites a real and binding curse. Soon, terrifying events begin to happen inside the house, haunting the whole family. Not everything that looks easy brings blessing, and even a simple choice can have a heavy price. Now Sugi must face the consequences of his own fatal decision.
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A young father, Sugi, once lived a peaceful life with his loving wife Rohmah, their two children Dimas and Bening, and his mother-in-law Lastri. Everything falls apart when Sugi gets trapped in a high-interest debt to a ruthless loan shark. Under pressure and threats, Sugi gets involved in a dark ritual called “Getih Anak,” introduced by his old friend Muji. The ritual promises instant wealth, but every drop of blood spilled invites a real and binding curse. Soon, terrifying events begin to happen inside the house, haunting the whole family. Not everything that looks easy brings blessing, and even a simple choice can have a heavy price. Now Sugi must face the consequences of his own fatal decision.
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Genre:Horror, Thriller
Written By:Titien Wattimena, Mitologue
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Runtime:95 minutes
Studio:Verona Films
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