Director Andrzej Żuławski’s 1981 horror masterpiece Possession stands as a uniquely unsettling film that challenges the very notion of a remake. This mind-bending creature feature serves as a profound reflection of the personal turmoil Żuławski faced during its creation; following a bitter divorce and exile from Poland due to the harsh scrutiny of the Communist government, he channeled his emotional chaos into this cinematic endeavor. It’s a haunting work that’s not easily replicated. However, Parker Finn, known for his directorial efforts in Smile and the forthcoming Smile 2, has expressed a desire to reinterpret this classic. Earlier this year, it was revealed that Finn will helm a new version of Possession, with Robert Pattinson producing through his company Icki Eneo Arlo. The potential for Pattinson to join the cast hinges on the script and his availability. Interestingly, this won’t be the first attempt to remake Possession; last year, it received a loose adaptation in Indonesia, titled Possession: Kerasukan, which is currently available for streaming on Netflix! You can view the trailer above, though it lacks English subtitles.

The original Possession was crafted by the brilliant minds of Andrzej Żuławski and Frederic Tuten, set against the backdrop of West Berlin. It stars Sam Neill in the role of a spy returning from the field to confront the unsettling reality of his crumbling marriage with his wife, played by Isabella Adjani, and their son. The couple’s relationship takes a harrowing turn when the wife demands a divorce, plunging them into a destructive spiral filled with infidelity, emotional neglect, and shocking violence, ultimately leading to murder and the emergence of a tentacled alien creature alongside eerie doppelgangers. In contrast, Possession: Kerasukan presents a gripping narrative where Faris, returning from military service, is taken aback to find out about his wife’s wish for divorce. His quest for answers unveils a dark and sinister secret that propels the plot forward.

Directed by Razka Robby Ertanto, known for his work in The Day Before the Wedding, Possession: Kerasukan features a screenplay penned by Lele Laila, recognized for The Corpse Washer. The film showcases a talented cast that includes Darius Sinathrya from Asih, Carissa Perusset from Love Is Never On Time, Sara Fajira from Mystic Singer, Arswendy Bening Swara from Missing Home, Nugie from Bad Guys, Sultan Hamonangan from Tira, Ferry Salim from The Most Beautiful Girl in the World, Rangga Nattra from Trinil, and Nabila Sakhina from Joko Anwar’s Nightmares and Daydreams. Each actor brings depth to their roles, enhancing the film’s chilling atmosphere.

Are you intrigued by the prospect of watching the Indonesian remake Possession: Kerasukan on Netflix? We invite you to share your insights and opinions on this adaptation in the comments below, as it offers a fresh perspective on a cult classic.