Indonesian horror films have a long history, dating back to the 1950s. However, it wasn't until the 2000s that the genre gained significant traction, with films like "Penumpasan Pengkhianatan G30S PKI" (1984) and "Hantu Tanah Kusir" (2017). The success of these films can be attributed to their ability to tap into the country's rich cultural heritage, incorporating elements of folklore and mythology into their narratives.