Sihir Tanah Kubur Review (5.0/10): A Cursed Grave Splits One Family

This Sihir Tanah Kubur review covers a short Indonesian horror-thriller built around a moved grave and a village that believes in black magic. Director Jeropoint, who also co-wrote the script, keeps the running time tight at 86 minutes. The film arrived in Indonesia on 23 July 2026.

Critics have not yet weighed in widely, so this is an early look based on the premise, the cast and what is known about the film's approach.

Sihir Tanah Kubur Review: The Story So Far (No Spoilers)

The Sihir Tanah Kubur plot starts with a death. After the mother of two brothers passes away, Yusuf is shocked to learn that his younger brother, Ashar, has moved her grave. Ashar says he is following a mysterious will.

Then the Wurung Tomb appears, and with it a mystical terror that splits the family and the villagers into opposing camps. The premise leans on black-magic beliefs and a cursed, empty grave. One preview article says the story grew out of a viral tale that circulated online.

That gives the film a clear hook. A grave is the most sacred spot in a family, and disturbing it is an easy way to start a horror story.

What Works in Sihir Tanah Kubur

The setup is the strongest part. A sibling quarrel over a mother's resting place is easy to understand, and it gives the supernatural threat a human cause.

• A compact runtime: at 86 minutes, the story has little room to sag.

• A community at stake: the conflict reaches beyond one household, so the village itself becomes a source of pressure.

• Folk-horror flavour: grave curses and inherited secrets suit Indonesian horror, and the film works within that tradition.

Fans who like horror movie reviews built on local belief and rural dread will find a familiar, comfortable base here.

Sihir Tanah Kubur Cast and Performances

The Sihir Tanah Kubur cast is led by Kiesha Alvaro as Gema and Ariyo Wahab as Yusuf. Shareefa Daanish plays Rengganis, Revaldo plays Ashar, Adzwa Aurell plays Naya and Rafi Sanjaya plays Omar.

The central conflict depends on the two brothers, Yusuf and Ashar, so the pairing of Ariyo Wahab and Revaldo carries much of the drama. Their disagreement has to feel real for the curse to matter. Because I found no detailed critic coverage of individual performances, treat any judgement of the acting as provisional.

Where Sihir Tanah Kubur Stumbles

The early audience signals are weak. TMDB shows 4.5 out of 10 from only two votes, and Rating Graph shows 3.5 out of 10 from nine. Those samples are far too small to settle anything, but they hint at a cool reception.

The premise also sounds familiar. Dark family secrets, a cursed site and a demonic threat to the future are well-worn ingredients, and the film needs strong execution to stand out. A short runtime can help the pacing, but it can also leave thin characters and rushed reveals.

The film carries an adult classification in Indonesia, though sources disagree on the threshold: 17+ according to the Indonesian Film Center, and 21+ on JustWatch and TMDB. Expect darker material than a casual scare night calls for.

Is Sihir Tanah Kubur Worth Watching?

Sihir Tanah Kubur is worth watching if you enjoy Indonesian folk horror and do not need a fresh formula. The grave-moving hook is solid, the length is easy to manage, and the genre mix of horror and thriller films promises some tension.

The low early scores and the absence of published critic reviews mean you should keep expectations modest. If you want a more detailed look at how this kind of story can play out, our Pirunduk review covers another regional folklore horror from this year. For background details, the Indonesian Film Center listing is a useful reference.

The Sihir Tanah Kubur release date in Indonesia was 23 July 2026. I have not confirmed where it will stream, so check local cinema listings.

Who Will Enjoy Sihir Tanah Kubur

• Viewers who like Indonesian village horror with curses, graves and black-magic beliefs.

• Fans of short, no-frills horror-thrillers that get to the point quickly.

• Adults who are curious about stories adapted from viral online tales.