Spirits that Scream for Attention
Through different eras, Indonesian horror film posters reflected stereotypes of sadism and sensuality.
February 18, 2003
BEAUTIFUL...Sensuous... Merciless.” The words are etched on posters promotingPembalasan Setan Karang Bolong (Revenge of the Devil from Karang Bolong), a 1989 film produced by Rapi Film and the late Ratno Timoer, with Farida Pasha and Baron Hermanto as the main cast. This poster reflects a type of advertising for horror movies in Indonesia. Looking closely at one such poster, there are usually the two main elements: a horrifying (but basical
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