I already mentioned the film Ghost in the Cage and promised to tell a bit more about why it's worth watching.⠀⠀⠀

The film "Ghost in the Cage" is one of those rare pictures that is hard to describe in one phrase because it constantly changes masks. It starts as a grim prison drama with elements of journalistic investigation, but within half an hour turns into an absurd horror where the main threat is not the guards or cellmates, but a certain entity that kills the most evil person within its range. And the main irony is that the only way to survive is to sincerely rejoice, smile, and sing—that is, to do exactly what looks maximally unnatural in a prison environment. This concept works as a fresh take on the genre, although at times its execution resembles a clumsy experiment rather than a polished script.⠀⠀⠀

The acting generally handles the tasks, although secondary characters often blend into one mass, and their death or rescue does not evoke much response. It is much more interesting to watch how the film balances between conventions: the scenes of cruelty are staged in a way that is hard to call realistic—rather hyperbolic, almost comical in their excess. And this contrast with the dance episodes creates a strange effect: you are not entirely sure whether you should laugh or empathize with the characters. And this is probably the film's main strength—it does not let you choose one tone, leaving you in suspense until the very end.⠀⠀⠀

The downsides include the dragging second half: once the main mechanism of the ghost is explained, the film starts to tread water, adding storylines that do not always develop. Some dialogues sound too preachy, as if the authors fear the viewer will not understand the subtext and spell it out loud. The ending, for all its unexpectedness, also evokes mixed feelings—it is interesting but presented too hastily, as if the creators got tired of their own material.⠀⠀⠀

Nevertheless, the overall impression remains positive precisely because of the boldness of the approach. This is not a film you will rewatch, but it certainly sticks in your memory with its strange logic and final twist. It is worth watching for those who are tired of predictable horrors and are ready to accept a film with its unevenness and non-obvious decisions. And if you also love Indonesian cinema with its signature energy, the film might even be a pleasant surprise.