Gasing Tengkorak
{{short description|2017 Indonesian horror thriller film}}
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{{Infobox film
| name = Gasing Tengkorak
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| director = Jose Poernomo
| producer = Manoj Punjabi
Dheeraj Kalwani
| screenplay = Jose Poernomo
Baskoro Adi Wuryanto
| story = Jose Poernomo
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| starring = {{plainlist|
- Nikita Willy
- Rendi Bragi
- Voke Victoria
- Aswin Fabanyo
- Farahdiba Ferreira
- Vebby Palwinta
- Diva Azaria
- Edi Riza
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| music = Ricky Lionardi
| cinematography = Jose Poernomo
| editing = Romario
Denny Rihardie
Aristo Pontoh
| studio = Dee Company
MD Pictures
Pichouse Films
| distributor = Prime Video
| released = {{film date|df=yes|2017|11|2|Indonesia}}
| runtime = 80 minutes
| country = Indonesia
| language = Indonesian
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Gasing Tengkorak ({{lit|Skull Top}}) is a 2017 Indonesian horror thriller film directed by Jose Poernomo.{{Cite web |title=Asal-usul Cerita Mistis Film "Gasing Tengkorak" |url=https://www.suara.com/entertainment/2017/10/08/072607/asal-usul-cerita-mistis-film-gasing-tengkorak |access-date=2024-01-01 |website=suara.com |language=id}} The film stars Nikita Willy, Rendi Khrisna, Voke Victoria, Aswin Fabanyo, Farahdiba Ferreira, Vebby Palwinta, Diva Azaria, and Edi Riza. The film was released on November 2, 2017.{{Cite web |title=Penjelasan Jose Poernomo Tentang Film Horor Gasing Tengkorak |url=https://21cineplex.com/slowmotion/penjelasan-jose-poernomo-tentang-film-horor-gasing-tengkorak,7440.htm |access-date=2024-01-01 |website=CINEMA 21 |language=en-US}}
Plot
Gasing Tengkorak, a mystical game rooted in the Minangkabau culture, tells the story of Veronica, a popular top diva. Suddenly collapsing during a concert, Veronica abruptly cancels her tour and seeks solace in a secluded haven, far from the clamoring crowds.
Michael, Veronica's manager, secures a luxurious and expansive villa, offering Veronica a tranquil escape. Initially, Veronica finds peace and contentment in her solitude. However, supernatural disturbances soon plague her existence, centered around a sinister object: the Gasing Tengkorak.
As the top spins, the restless spirit of a child manifests, terrorizing Veronica's mind and soul. Unbeknownst to her, someone has deliberately unleashed the Gasing Tengkorak to inflict harm. Driven by a thirst for answers, Veronica delves deeper into the mystery surrounding the top, unwittingly intensifying the perilous forces she faces.
Cast
- Nikita Willy as Veronica
- Rendi Bragi as Michael
- Voke Victoria as Tania
- Aswin Fabanyo as Papa Veronica
- Farahdiba Ferreira as Psychiatrist
- Vebby Palwinta as Nadin
- Diva Azaria as Little Veronica
- Melly as Melissa
Production
The film is Nikita Willy's first horror film.{{Cite web |last=Bhisma |first=Mahardian Prawira |title=Produser Merasa Sukses Perlihatkan Kualitas Nikita Willy di 'Gasing Tengkorak' |url=https://hot.detik.com/celeb-of-the-month/d-3748973/produser-merasa-sukses-perlihatkan-kualitas-nikita-willy-di-gasing-tengkorak |access-date=2024-01-01 |website=detikhot |language=id-ID}}
Reception
Antara News commented: "Horror is present from the start of the film, which lasts less than two hours. The appearance of supernatural creatures along with sound effects that create a typically horrific tense atmosphere can make your adrenaline rise occasionally..."{{Cite web |last=antaranews.com |date=2017-11-02 |title="Gasing Tengkorak", ada sesuatu di balik kejadian mengerikan |url=https://www.antaranews.com/berita/662344/gasing-tengkorak-ada-sesuatu-di-balik-kejadian-mengerikan |access-date=2024-01-01 |website=Antara News |language=id}}
References
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External links
- {{IMDb title|tt7485004}}
Category:2017 horror thriller films
Category:2010s horror thriller films
Category:Indonesian horror thriller films
Category:Indonesian ghost films
Category:2010s Indonesian-language films
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