Kelibat 2004
In Kelibat (2004), acclaimed Malaysian director Afdlin Shauki teams up with Riezman Khuzaimi to play Selamat and Indra, two filmmakers scrambling for authentic ghost-story material for their next VCD.
Director: Afdlin Shauki
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelibat (2004) about?
Kelibat follows two filmmakers tasked with creating a believable ghost story for a VCD release. Their search for authenticity leads them to an abandoned hotel where whispers of a real supernatural presence unsettle them both. As they dig deeper, what begins as a project turns into a genuine confrontation with the unknown.
Who directed Kelibat?
Kelibat was directed by Afdlin Shauki, known for his sharp eye for Malaysian cinema and his ability to blend humor with darker themes.
Who stars in Kelibat?
The film stars Afdlin Shauki and Riezman Khuzaimi as the lead filmmakers, with Nadia Mustafar, Sharifah Shahirah, and Jeslina Hashim rounding out the main cast.
Is Kelibat (2004) worth watching?
As a Malaysian thriller, Kelibat delivers moody atmosphere and a story that feels refreshingly grounded in real dread rather than jump scares. Fans of slow-burn horror will appreciate its restraint and cultural backdrop, even if it leans more on suspense than outright terror.
How long is Kelibat?
Kelibat has a runtime of 118 minutes.
About Kelibat (2004) — Two filmmakers uncover a ghost story too real to fake
In Kelibat (2004), acclaimed Malaysian director Afdlin Shauki teams up with Riezman Khuzaimi to play Selamat and Indra, two filmmakers scrambling for authentic ghost-story material for their next VCD. Frustrated by hoaxes and short on real scares, their search takes a dark turn when a hotel worker claims a genuine supernatural presence haunts the corridors. Reluctantly investigating, the pair uncover chilling evidence that forces them to confront something far beyond staged performances—something that feels terrifyingly real.
With a taut thriller backbone, Kelibat blends skepticism and horror, wrapping its story in the humid tension of a haunted hotel room. Shauki's sharp eye for atmospheric dread elevates the film above typical ghost-story fare, while the ensemble cast—including Nadia Mustafar and Sharifah Shahirah—adds layers of unease to every shadowy hallway and flickering light. Expect slow-burn scares, eerie authenticity, and a finale that lingers long after the credits roll.