Seru (Malaysian Film)

Seru (released internationally as Resurrection) is a 2011 Malaysian horror film directed and written by Woo Ming Jin and Mohd Pierre Andre. Produced by Nazrul Asraff and Gayatri Su-Lin Pillai, the film features a runtime of 84 minutes and is spoken primarily in the Malay language.

Promotional poster for the Malaysian film Seru showing a stylized dark visual. — Promotional artwork for the 2011 film Seru.

Plot

During a film shoot, actress Yana's tears unexpectedly turn to laughter. The camera pans to assistant director Sari experiencing severe hysterics in front of the crew and lighting equipment before foaming at the mouth. While panic ensues among the crew, producer Lina insists on continuing the recording to capture footage for a viral reality-based marketing campaign.

Cast

Sharnaaz Ahmad as Jeff
Kat as Lina
Nisha Dir as Sari
Cut Mutia as Julie

Release and Festival Screening

Seru held its international premiere at the 15th Puchon International Fantastic Film Festival, competing in the Puchon Choice: Feature section in July 2011. The film officially premiered in cinemas on April 11, 2011.