The Forbidden Door (Indonesian: Pintu Terlarang) is a 2009 Indonesian horror film, directed by Joko Anwar, and starring Fachri Albar, Marsha Timothy, Ario Bayu and Otto Djauhari. It is based on the novel Pintu Terlarang, written by Sekar Ayu Asmara.
Plot teaser:
The life of a successful sculptor is turned upside down when he begins receiving mysterious messages from someone who asks for his help…
Reviews:
“The gore freak in me was pleased at the final part of the movie where family and friends are seated at dinner and our lead character exacts some much needed revenge. The whole scene is set to some Christmas music and it’s a funny balance of pretty gruesome violence and happy songs playing in the background. Overall a very enjoyable flick with plenty of really twisted ideas and shots in it.” The Film Reel
“It’s been a long time since a film has come along that’s been so playfully weird and yet so skillfully constructed. For fans of David Lynch and even Alejandro Jodorowsky (comparisons cannot help but be made) this is one for you, a twisted and gleefully bizarre tail. It’s a mystery full of unexpected turns that confound expectations and keep one glued to the screen for the full two-hour running time.” Quiet Earth
“The Forbidden Door is a movie that truly deserves multiple viewings to be better appreciated and understood. It is far from being perfect (some plot points drag a bit too long and the editing has a few problems as well) but I, for one, cant wait to see what’s next for Joko Anwar.” Daily Dose of Horror
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