The beginning of 2026 was an exciting time for Indonesian horror film fans. Several Indonesian filmmakers presented new works that didn't rely solely on jump scares but also adapted local stories with a fresh approach. One title that caught the attention was Penunggu Rumah: Buto Ijo, a horror film inspired by the Timun Mas folk legend, with a modern twist and a dark, oppressive atmosphere. Depicting the figure of Buto Ijo, a familiar figure from childhood fairy tales, this film seeks to break that classic image. Rather than simply being a monster from a bedtime story, Buto Ijo is presented as a more realistic, mysterious, and meaningful symbol of terror. It's no wonder that from the moment its first trailer was released, the film immediately piqued audiences' curiosity. Synopsis of Penunggu Rumah: Buto Ijo The story of Penunggu Rumah: Buto Ijo centers on a family living peacefully in an old ancestral home. Initially, their lives proceed normally without any significant irre...
AGUSPRASETIYO.COM - Korean movie I The Executioner: A Veteran Story or another titled Veteran 2 is a sequel to the film Veteran which was released in 2015. Previously, the film directed by Ryoo Seung-wan has been screened at various international film festivals, including Cannes and Toronto International Film Festival.
Veteran 2 combines action, crime, thriller, and comedy genres for 1 hour and 58 minutes. The movie managed to reach over 5 million viewers in less than 9 days since its release, surpassing Exhuma and The Roundup which are very popular in South Korea.
Description of I The Executioner: A Veteran Story
Movie Type: Action, Crime
Producer: KANG Hye-Jung, CHO Sung-min, RYOO Seung-wan
Director: RYOO Seung-wan
Writer: LEE Won-Jae, RYOO Seung-wan
Production: R&K Filmmakers
Casts: HWANG Jung-min, JUNG Hae-in
Synopsis of I The Executioner: A Veteran Story
I, The Executioner tells the story of two veteran detectives, Seo Do Chul and his partner Park Sun Woo, who are involved in investigating a third-generation chaebol engaged in various crimes. The main crime they focus on is the hunt for a very dangerous serial killer.
Park Sun Woo, a young detective who just joined Seo Do Chul's team, brings fresh energy and popularity thanks to his viral stunts on social media. However, in the midst of a busy murder case, Seo Do Chul must also deal with personal problems when his son is accused of bullying at school.
The two detectives then work together to investigate a dangerous case that has caused many victims. Over time, Seo Do Chul begins to feel the psychological impact of a job filled with violence and tension. The movie explores the relationship between the two detectives, the challenges they face, and the moral dilemmas that arise from their profession.

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