Munkar (2024)

Munkar is a 2024 Indonesian horror film about a santri who dies in an accident after being bullied at an Islamic boarding school. The film explores themes of institutional abuse, hazing, and violence in Asian education systems.
Plot:
Herlina is a santri who is bullied by her peers at an Islamic boarding school in East Java.
Herlina is accused of stealing a ring from the Kyai's wife.
Herlina is found with the ring in her bag, and the pesantren searches the other santri.
Herlina flees to avoid punishment, but dies in a tragic accident.
Her parents seek the help of a shaman to revive Herlina's spirit so she can avenge herself against her tormentors.
Production:
Munkar was directed by Anggy Umbara and produced by MD Pictures and Pichouse Films.
The film stars Adhisty Zara, Ratu Sofya, Saskia Chadwick, Kaneishia Yusuf, Ayu Hastari, and Elma Theana.
Munkar premiered in Indonesian cinemas on February 7, 2024.