The reason is cultural. "In the West, horror is often about the monster under the bed," says Dr. Amelia Suryani, a media studies lecturer at Universitas Gadjah Mada. "In Indonesia, horror is about manners. It is about breaking tata krama (etiquette) or disrespecting the spirits of the land. This creates a very specific, relatable fear that resonates deeply."
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