The Book of Sijjin and Illiyyin(HKAFF2025)

All her life, Yuli has suffered constant abuse and humiliation from her evil stepmother’s extended family. When she is finally pushed over the edge, she turns to a local shaman to curse the family with horrible deaths that no ordinary person can imagine. Integrating Muslim mythology into a furious tale of trauma and vengeance – the title refers to two books that record misdeeds and sins with noble intentions – Hadrah Daeng Ratu’s shocking chiller is a waking nightmare soaked with so much blood that it makes Carrie look merciful in comparison.

Best Director Award, Fantasia International Film Festival