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Dukun (2018)
Underrated horror gem
One of the few horror flicks that have come out of Malaysia I can say I actually enjoyed. Though the movie feels a little choppy and disjointed at first, everything eventually fleshens out to an eerie, unforgettable finale. The film has a distinct David Lynch feel throughout, especially in the scenes involving Diana Dahlan's nightclub which just screams of Twin Peaks and the Black Lodge. It also has the awkward, unintentionally comedic dialogue that has become central to Lynch's style. However, I feel like the director has cut the movie way too short. Many of the characters and elements of the story have been left undeveloped and leaves the viewers with more questions than answers. I know many movies purposely do this to inspire discussion and dread within the audience, but somehow it did not work for me in this particular movie.
Overall, a firm 8/10 with strong leads from Umie Aida, Faizal Hussein, Ramli Hassan and Elyana.