Epic Adaptation of the Horror Film Sebelum 7 Hari, from Short Film to Feature Film

Successful as a short film that won many prestigious awards, the full-length version of the horror film Sebelum 7 Hari is set to be released in theaters on January 23, 2025.

First released in October 2020 on the Pijaru YouTube channel, this short film captures the mystical atmosphere enveloping a family after the death of a mother. The setting of this story is based on the belief that a person’s spirit still lingers for seven days after their death. The narrative that combines horror and emotion makes the short film not only frightening but also full of meaning.

The Film “Sebelum 7 Hari” Is Being Directed Directly by the Director of the Film “KKN di Desa Penari“

The success of Sebelum 7 Hari as a short film is one of the strong reasons why this film deserves to be developed into a feature film format.

The extended version itself will offer an expansion of the originally simple story into a more complex and profound one, without losing the emotional core that has captivated its fans from the beginning. With a rich and culturally relevant story foundation, this development not only aims to deliver a more cinematic horror experience but also enriches the narrative with new elements that strengthen the relationships between characters.

Curious, right?

Even cooler, Sebelum 7 Hari will be Awi Suryadi’s next film, the director who has made his mark in the history of Indonesian cinema with his horror works like Danur and KKN di Desa Penari. Of course, Awi’s experience and creative vision are capable of bringing this story to a higher level, delivering captivating tension as well as a deeper emotional exploration.

You can read the synopsis of the horror movie Sebelum 7 Hari here.

Not Just Horror, Sebelum 7 Hari Carries a Touching Family Theme

In the short film, there are two characters that stand out the most, namely Bian and Hanif. In the feature film version, these characters will be portrayed by two talented young actors; Sulthan Hamonangan and Anantya Rezky Kirana.

Previously, they also acted together as two friends who had to face an evil figure while hanging out after school in the thriller film Monster (2024) released on Netflix. This time, in the film Sebelum 7 Hari, they act together again to bring to life the characters of siblings who must face terror since their grandmother’s death.

Their actions make the film “Sebelum 7 Hari” not just a scary horror movie, but also showcase the relationship between two siblings who are there for each other. But, how does the story go, if these two little kids are trying to survive that terrifying situation?

Watch the first look of the film Sebelum 7 Hari here!

The character of Tari, the mother of Bian and Hanif, also plays a very important role throughout the story. Portrayed by Agla Artalidia, the actress who previously captivated audiences as Dini in the film Sewu Dino (2023), the character Tari is brought to life by Agla as a single mother striving to raise her two children, while also being a child who still harbors resentment over what her mother, Anggun, did in the past.

What kind of past?

Of course, the past also makes Kadar, Tari’s brother, portrayed by Haydar Salishz, flustered in search of answers.

Curious about what the feature film version of this short film adaptation will be like? Don’t miss the film “Sebelum 7 Hari,” on January 23, 2025, in theaters across Indonesia.

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