Until 1980 most Indonesian films had followed the Indian method of filmmaking, with musical numbers, slapstick comedy, et al. The first true horror film aimed at a western audience, Mystics in Bali is a forgotten classic that was deemed too bizarre and shocking on its original release. College student Cathy travels to Bali to research the black magic cult of Leak. Tricked by an evil witch who promises to train her in the dark arts, Cathy is turned into a Penanggalan: a flying vampire head with internal organs hanging from her neck. It is down to the local holy men to stop her and the witch in a magical war between good and evil.
- Countries
- Indonesia
- Director:
- H. Tjut Djalil
- Running Time:
- 85 mins
- Subtitles:
- Yes
- Year:
- 1981
- Showing:
- This is a past event.
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