Sorop, a horror film directed by Upi Avianto and based on the SimpleMan thread, has raised many questions. What is sorop? Sorop is a term from the Javanese language also known as “surup” or “sorop,” meaning the time approaching evening or Maghrib.
What is sorop? The term “sorop” is deeply rooted in Javanese culture, especially when associated with mystical elements. As we know, Javanese culture is still deeply rooted in things that might be described as “beyond reason,” mystical, and so on. However, based on a true story recounted in the SimpleMan Sorop thread, it is said that supernatural beings or spirits will emerge at dusk—when the sun sets.
Deadly Terror after Maghrib Time
No wonder, in this SimpleMan Sorop thread, he describes a series of deadly terrors that occurred after Maghrib’s time. This story was published on X (Twitter) in 2019, but it was only completed a year later, in 2020.
The story of Sorop was highly anticipated by fans of SimpleMan’s writings, even though SimpleMan initially admitted he wasn’t very interested in telling it.
“At first, I wasn’t interested, because, for me, every house must have its inhabitants. However, one word “Sorop” suddenly made me think of meeting the source directly. It all started here, with many terrifying events that I recounted in as much detail as possible. This (Sorop) is a story about the setting sun that awakens them all (the supernatural beings),” said SimpleMan through his X account.
Additionally, while writing the story of Sorop, SimpleMan experienced terror from a supernatural being. So, this true story has given the writer SimpleMan chills. Imagine, what about the whole story?
Sorop Fasting
The meaning of sorop doesn’t stop at “just before Maghrib,” but there is also another term, which is sorop fasting. Maybe you think that sorop fasting means fasting and ending with the Maghrib call to prayer (just like the fasting practiced by Muslims), but that’s actually incorrect.
Sorop fasting or poso sorop is a ritual to summon spirits that has been practiced since the colonial era. One of the reasons the community observes sorop fasting is to hope to meet with family or close friends who have passed away.
The Film Sorop
The meaning of sorop and sorop fasting is what is attempted to be conveyed in the story of SimpleMan. Because it went viral, this thread was turned into a feature film that will be screened in cinemas across Indonesia on December 19, 2024. One of MD Pictures’ works that can be considered a new innovation is their collaboration with director Upi.
Fans of Upi’s work must be curious about this film, right? Especially since the cast will also surprise you. Yup, there are Hana Malasan, Yasamin Jasem, Egi Fedly, and Ratu Felisha. All of them are the King and Queen of horror.
In the film version, Sorop tells the story of a pair of siblings who are terrorized by a deathly spirit haunting their home. In fact, there is a family member who suddenly comes back to life and sends shivers down everyone’s spine.
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