What is Joko Anwar's new film 'Ghost in the Cell' about?

'Ghost in the Cell' is a horror-comedy set in an Indonesian prison where inmates are terrorized by a supernatural entity.

When will 'Ghost in the Cell' be released in Indonesia?

The film is scheduled for theatrical release in Indonesia during the second quarter of 2026.

What environmental message does 'Ghost in the Cell' convey?

The film uses its supernatural elements to highlight the issue of massive deforestation and neglect in Indonesia.

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Indonesian Horror-Comedy Tackles Deforestation in Berlin

20 Jan

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Summary

Film premieres at Berlin Film Festival's Forum section.
Supernatural entity targets inmates with dark auras.
Movie addresses deforestation and environmental neglect in Indonesia.

Indonesian Horror-Comedy Tackles Deforestation in Berlin

Filmmaker Joko Anwar is set to debut his horror-comedy, "Ghost in the Cell," at the Berlin Film Festival's Forum section. The film is set within an Indonesian correctional facility, where a mysterious new prisoner and a supernatural entity test the survival instincts of inmates.

The narrative centers on a ghost that targets individuals with the darkest auras, leading to mounting deaths. As the situation escalates, the incarcerated population realizes collective action might be their only hope.