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Inheritance

Inheritance (1989)

Jan 01, 1989 1h 35m Thriller Action Horror

Indri quickly rushes home from abroad when her father suddenly dies. At home, she finds her nursemaid Tuti tied up while her stepmother has gone back to the village. At night, someone is stalking the house. So she suspects that her father’s death was unnatural and her suspicions ring true. Somali, the vice-president in her father’s company, wants to take over the latter’s wealth by colluding with her nursemaid.

Directed by Hendrick Souhoka

Cast

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Lina Budiarti

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Tien Kadaryono

as Tuti

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Alfian

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Essie Lousiana

as Indri

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Arthur Tobing

as Somali

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Johny Anwar

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Sudarmi Suyadi

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Tisna S. Brata

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Freddy Djohan

as

Crew

Director
  • Hendrick Souhoka
Producer
  • Leonita Sutopo

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Thematic Analysis

This Thriller/Action/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Inheritance presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Hendrick Souhoka brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 1989, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Inheritance took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 95 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 116 minutes long.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
  • The costume department created over 433 unique costume pieces for the production.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.

Historical Context

  • In 1989, when this film was released:
  • Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
  • Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
  • Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: January 1, 1989
  • Runtime: 1h 35m

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