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A Normal Woman 2025

A Normal Woman is a 2025 Indonesian psychological thriller film directed and co-written by Lucky Kuswandi, starring Marissa Anita as Milla—a glamorous Jakarta socialite whose world collapses when she becomes afflicted by a mysterious, possibly psychosomatic illness.📖 Plot Overview Milla’s outwardly perfect life—complete with wealth, status, and family—begins to fracture when she experiences bizarre symptoms like skin rashes, vomiting blood or glass, and visions of a mysterious girl. As traditional medical and familial support systems fail, she spirals into paranoia and self-destruction, pushing her to uncover hidden truths from her past and challenge what “normal” means.🧠 Critics Overall Rating: Mixed-to-positive from critics; 3.5/5 by Ready Steady Cut and LeisureByte, 3/5 by Heaven of Horror. Strengths: Marissa Anita’s performance, atmospheric building of anxiety, and visual metaphors on identity and illness. Criticisms: Pacing felt slow, with repetitive scenes and drawn-out revelations leading to viewer fatigue. Script & tone issues: Dialogue and family dynamics came across as stiff or melodramatic; a major plot twist was deemed absurd and weakened suspense for some reviewers.❌ Future of the Story The film concludes with an open yet definitive ending—director Lucky Kuswandi has stated that Milla’s journey reaches closure within the narrative itself, and a sequel is not planned.✅ Should You Watch It? Recommended if you enjoy: Intimate psychological dramas, body-horror metaphors, films about identity crises, and stylish Indonesian cinema. Skip or lower expectations if you dislike: slow pacing, unresolved twists, or “soap opera” tone in your thrillers.📌 Conclusion A Normal Woman is a visually striking and emotionally layered look at how a privileged woman’s life can unravel under invisible pressures. Anchored by Marissa Anita’s memorable performance and Lucky Kuswandi’s thoughtful direction, the film poses poignant questions about identity, societal expectations, and the fragility of wellness. While it may not revolutionize the genre, it’s a compelling watch for those drawn to slow-burning psychological mysteries with a distinctly Indonesian perspective. Read More

• 2025
• 1 h : 50 min
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