Verona Films' RIBA Horror Film Gala Premiere and Press Conference

Film RIBA Premiere Event

• 🚀 Verona Films launched its debut horror film, RIBA, with a gala premiere and press conference at Plaza Senayan XXI Jakarta on November 28, 2025.
• 🎬 Key figures including Producer Titin Suryani, Executive Producer Bedy Kunady, Director Adhe Dharmastriya, and a large cast attended the event.
• 🇮🇩 The film is set to be released in cinemas across Indonesia starting December 4, 2025, following a roadshow in major cities.

The Story Behind RIBA

• 📖 RIBA narrates the struggle of a young father, Sugi, whose efforts to secure his family's happiness lead to their downfall.
• 💡 The plot is inspired by a true story detailed in the popular social media thread "Getih Anak" on @mitologue, which garnered 3.9 million views.
• 📌 The title "RIBA" was chosen to emphasize the psychological and debt-related themes over the more generic horror impression of "Getih Anak".

Deeper Meaning and Impact

• ✅ Producer Titin Suryani highlighted the film's goal to be both suspenseful and moving, aiming for audience connection.
• 🧠 The film carries a significant social message about debt, its resolution, and the dangers of taking shortcuts, urging remembrance of God and family.
• 👏 Attendees, including cast members, were encouraged to promote the film widely to ensure its success and spread its important message.

Production Insights

• 🎭 Casting for RIBA was a challenging two-year process, focused on finding actors who could authentically portray characters based on a true story.
• 🔊 The sound design was meticulously crafted by the production team to create a deeply impactful and memorable experience for viewers.
• 📈 Discussions at the press conference indicated a strong desire for a sequel if RIBA achieves box office success.