Gundala Putra Petir (1981) | Region-Free (DVD)

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Source: Great TV Rip with English Subtitles

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Title: Gundala Putra Petir (1981)

Alternate Title: Gundala, Son of Lightning

Genre: Action, Science Fiction

Plot Synopsis:
Engineer Sancaka develops an anti-lightning serum that renders his body resistant to electricity. After being struck by lightning during a storm, he is transported to the realm of Emperor Kronz, who grants him superhuman abilities and a costume, transforming him into the superhero Gundala. Upon returning, Sancaka discovers that his former friend, Ghazul, leads a narcotics syndicate. Gundala takes it upon himself to dismantle the criminal organization and restore justice.

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Cast and Crew:

• Director: Lilik Sudjio
• Cast:
  • Teddy Purba as Ir. Sancaka / Gundala
  • Anna Tairas as Minarti
  • W.D. Mochtar as Ghazul
  • Ami Priyono
  • Pitrajaya Burnama

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IMDb Link:
Gundala Putra Petir (1981)

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Reviews from Letterboxd:

1. Sinémalogi – ★★☆☆☆
   “At least the villain’s motivation is very clear. But why does the lightning father adopt a child? And how Gundala really dislikes Sancoko. Indeed, superheroes sometimes have to be like that to protect their true identity.”
2. Bobby Erwin Putra – ★★★☆☆
   “Gundala.. tet tet tenet. Superhero film from the 1980s, a film that requires action choreography, and with visual effect edits that nowadays would be considered meh!—but that’s all understandable given the technological limitations of that time, and watching this version of Gundala is like watching the Showa era Kamen Rider with all its moves, somersaults, and effects.”
3. Brandon Gomez – ★★☆☆☆
   “This was fine but needs more action. Plus really happy birthday like 6 times (yes that really happens In this they sing happy birthday to you like 6 times).”

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Meta Description:
Gundala Putra Petir (1981), also known as Gundala, Son of Lightning, is an Indonesian action science fiction film directed by Lilik Sudjio. It follows engineer Sancaka, who, after developing an anti-lightning serum and receiving superhuman powers from Emperor Kronz, becomes the superhero Gundala. He confronts his former friend Ghazul, now a narcotics syndicate leader, to restore justice.