Indonesian Horror Studio BN13 Unleashes Folklore Films

Indonesian production company Mandela Pictures has unveiled a new genre studio, BN13, dedicated to horror content derived from Indonesian folklore and mythology. This strategic move aims to foster collaboration and leverage new technologies in storytelling. BN13 plans to produce two to three horror and genre projects annually, delving into cultural research and local legends.

Alongside the studio launch, Mandela Pictures revealed three upcoming feature films. "Bisikan Desa Gringsing -- Whisper of Fatimah" marks a significant regional collaboration as the first Indonesia-Singapore-Malaysia horror co-production, employing virtual production techniques. "Rumah Singgah" is an emotional drama focused on cancer patients, and a remake of the 1988 cult classic "Lukisan Berlumur Darah" is also in development.

BN13's initial slate includes "Istana Ratu Kidul," which explores human connections with the Queen of the Southern Sea through Javanese mythology. The studio's projects, including "Teror Gaib Satu Malam" and "Warisan Ilmu Hitam," are being developed for various formats like films, series, and digital content, reflecting a commitment to innovative and culturally rich storytelling.