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The Banyuwangi Mystery (Shaman Wizard)

1998 · 81 min
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

Ratmono is attracted to a Gandrung Banyuwangi (a traditional dance from Banyuwangi area) dancer and he intends to divorce his wife. His intention to marry the dancer costs him his wealth and drives him into poverty. He ends up hanging himself. This incites the hatred of the villagers against the voodoo shaman and they decide to chase away all shamans. But a Muslim minister (Ustad), Sutar, prevents them from doing so. Soon, the village is gripped by a series of killings of those considered to be voodoo shamans. They start suspecting the religious figures (Kiai) but the murders are committed by several men in black, with their faces covered like ninjas. The minister is also threatened by anonymous phone calls and is even attacked. Then the authorities release a statement that there are no ninjas. The murders remain a mystery. Symbolically, it ends with a little boy carrying the national flag with his friends.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Misteri Banyuwangi (Dukun Santet)
Year 1998
Director Walmer Sitohang
Runtime 81 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.0/10 (1 votes)

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The Banyuwangi Mystery (Shaman Wizard) has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.0/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

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A classic from 1998. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

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