Indonesian Horror Film 'Bisikan Desa Gringsing' Unveiled at Cannes Market
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The first images from the Indonesian horror film 'Bisikan Desa Gringsing: Whispers of Fatimah' have been released at the Cannes Film Market. The film, a co-production between Indonesia, Singapore, and Malaysia, is one of the first Indonesian horror features to use virtual production technology. It is currently in post-production and is scheduled for a theatrical release in Indonesia later this year.
Facts First
- First stills released for the mystery horror film 'Bisikan Desa Gringsing: Whispers of Fatimah' at the Cannes Film Market.
- A three-way co-production between Indonesia, Singapore, and Malaysia, directed by Ivander Tedjasukmana.
- One of the first Indonesian horror features shot using virtual production technology on an LED stage in Malaysia.
- Theatrical release is scheduled to begin in Indonesia later this year, followed by Malaysia, Singapore, Turkey, and Azerbaijan.
- World sales are being handled by Mandela Pictures, which is meeting with international distributors at Cannes.
What Happened
Mandela Pictures and Oceanus Media Global released the first stills from 'Bisikan Desa Gringsing: Whispers of Fatimah' at the Cannes Film Market. The film is a mystery horror directed by Ivander Tedjasukmana and follows a character named Hesti, played by Aghniny Haque, who searches for her missing father in a village and encounters a spirit named Fatimah, portrayed by Fatmah Nahdi. The production is a three-way co-production between Indonesia, Singapore, and Malaysia and was shot using virtual production technology on the LED volumetric stage at OMG Studios in Johor, Malaysia.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of international horror cinema, you may soon have access to a new film that blends Indonesian folklore with modern filmmaking technology. The use of virtual production could lead to visually distinctive and immersive horror experiences. The planned release in multiple countries, including Turkey and Azerbaijan, suggests this film may be more widely available internationally than some regional productions.
What's Next
The film is currently in post-production. Mandela Pictures is handling world sales and is meeting with international distributors at the Cannes Film Market, which could lead to broader distribution deals. The theatrical release is scheduled to begin in Indonesia later this year, followed by releases in Malaysia, Singapore, Turkey, and Azerbaijan.