ACTRESS Luna Maya and Makayla Rose admitted that they had difficulty building their characters during the filming process for the film Sumala. Moreover, Makayla had to play two characters, Sumala and Kumala.
Makayla, who is usually called Baba, revealed that the two characters she played had different characters. She did more practice so that the two characters could be absorbed well.
“Actually, the characters are one good and one evil, so it’s a bit difficult to shape. So I just read a lot and practice to focus on these two characters,” said Baba while attending a podcast at Studio Media Indonesia on Thursday (12/09).
Baba also admitted that it was difficult to shoot in the cornfield. Because when shooting in the cornfield it was very hot.
“It felt really hot, even beating the heat of Jakarta, especially when I was fasting. Not at night,” said Baba.
Similarly, Luna Maya, 41, said that building a character is a difficulty in all film genres. In films, the roles we play are actually characters that are brought to life.
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“The character is a human being who lives in the film, we have to wake up, we have to wake up his life. That’s what’s hard. So from me as an actor entering the figure of Sulastri, yes bringing the character to life. So that’s what I think is difficult,” concluded Luna.
This horror film also became Luna and Makayla’s first time playing together. When Baba first saw Luna’s acting, he was amazed and admired.
“Yes, when I saw the acting during the shooting, Woow…very cool, hopefully it will be like this,” said Baba with a smile.
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In the film, Luna and Baba play mother and daughter. However, their emotional bond is not striking.
“The bonding wasn’t like that, because in the film there was no bonding. Indeed, in the film, this is an unwanted child. At first, it was sought, but when it was a little older, there were physical limitations, disabilities. My husband didn’t want it, I as a wife had to go with my husband. So the bonding here has boundaries,” said Maxime Boutier’s lover.
This film is based on a horror story in Semarang, Central Java, which took place in 1948. In the podcast, Luna explained that she enjoys films that are based on true stories.
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“I prefer true stories. If it really exists, it’s better than something made up,” Luna said in the podcast.
According to Tix.id, this film is based on a true story in Semarang City in 1984. At that time, the name Sumala was a scary name.
Sumala tells the story of a little girl with a physical disability who has a very different personality at night. As she grows up, the village where she lives begins to experience a series of horrific events, including increasingly frequent cases of missing children. The villagers are convinced that Sumala is the perpetrator.
At the end of the Podcast, Luna and Makayla invite film lovers, especially those of the horror genre, to watch the premiere of the film “Sumala” in cinemas on September 26, 2024. (Z-3)
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– What were some of the key challenges faced by Luna Maya and Makayla Rose while filming the horror movie “Sumala”?
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Uncovering the Horrors of Filming “Sumala” with Luna Maya and Makayla Rose
The world of horror films is not for the faint of heart, and filming a terrifying movie like “Sumala” is a daunting task. Actors Luna Maya and Makayla Rose recently shared their experiences while filming the horror film, revealing the challenges they faced in bringing their characters to life.
Building Characters from Scratch
According to Luna Maya, building a character is a difficulty in all film genres. “The character is a human being who lives in the film, we have to wake up, we have to wake up his life. That’s what’s hard,” the 41-year-old actress explained in a podcast at Studio Media Indonesia [[1]]. Makayla Rose, who played two characters, Sumala and Kumala, also echoed Luna’s sentiment. “Actually, the characters are one good and one evil, so it’s a bit difficult to shape. So I just read a lot and practice to focus on these two characters,” said Makayla, also known as Baba [[1]].
The Struggle of Filming in a Cornfield
Filming in a cornfield proved to be another challenge for the actresses. Makayla admitted that it was extremely hot during the shoot, especially when she was fasting. “It felt really hot, even beating the heat of Jakarta, especially when I was fasting. Not at night,” she said [[1]].
A First-Time Collaboration
This horror film marked the first time Luna and Makayla worked together. When Makayla first saw Luna’s acting, she was amazed and admired. “Yes, when I saw the acting during the shooting, Woow…very cool, hopefully it will be like this,” said Makayla with a smile [[1]].
The Emotional Bond Between Mother and Daughter
In the film, Luna and Baba play mother and daughter, but their emotional bond is not striking. Luna explained that in the film, there was no bonding between the characters due to the storyline. “Indeed, in the film, this is an unwanted child. At first, it was sought, but when it was a little older, there were physical limitations, disabilities. My husband didn’t want it, I as a wife had to go with my husband. So the bonding here has boundaries,” she said [[1]].
A True Horror Story
The film “Sumala” is based on a true story in Semarang, Central Java, which took place in 1948. Luna revealed that she enjoys films that are based on true stories. “I prefer true stories. If it really exists, it’s better than something made up,” she said in the podcast [[1]]. According to Tix.id, the film is based on a true story in Semarang City in 1984 [[1]].
Luna Maya’s Music Career
Aside from her acting career, Luna Maya has also ventured into music. She has a Spotify artist profile with 1.2K monthly listeners [[3]].
Behind-the-Scenes Fun
In a separate content day event, Luna Maya and the Hitmaker Studios team shared behind-the-scenes moments from the film’s production on TikTok [[2]]. The video showcased the actresses’ fun and playful side, giving fans a glimpse into the making of “Sumala”.
filming a horror movie like “Sumala” requires dedication, hard work, and a willingness to face fears head-on. Luna Maya and Makayla Rose’s experiences serve as a testament to the challenges and rewards of bringing terrifying characters to life.
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Sumala: A Chilling Horror Film Based on a True Story
Horror movies have always been a staple of Indonesian cinema, and the latest offering, Sumala, promises to send chills down the spines of audiences everywhere. The film, which stars Luna Maya and Makayla Rose, tells the story of a little girl with a physical disability who has a very different personality at night. As she grows up, the village where she lives begins to experience a series of horrific events, including increasingly frequent cases of missing children. The villagers are convinced that Sumala is the perpetrator.
The Challenges of Acting in Horror Films
In a recent podcast, Luna Maya and Makayla Rose shared their experiences while filming Sumala. Makayla, who plays two characters in the film, Sumala and Kumala, revealed that building her characters was a challenge. “The characters are one good and one evil, so it’s a bit difficult to shape,” she said. To overcome this, she did extensive research and practice to bring the two characters to life.
Luna Maya, who plays the role of Sulastri, echoed Makayla’s sentiments, saying that building a character is a difficulty in all film genres. “The character is a human being who lives in the film, we have to wake up, we have to wake up his life. That’s what’s hard,” she said.
Filming in a Cornfield
Makayla also revealed that filming in a cornfield was a challenging experience. “It felt really hot, even beating the heat of Jakarta, especially when I was fasting. Not at night,” she said. Despite the challenges, the actresses praised each other’s acting, with Makayla saying that she was amazed by Luna’s performance.
A True Story
Sumala is based on a true story that took place in Semarang, Central Java in 1948. According to Tix.id, the film is based on a true story in Semarang City in 1984, when the name Sumala was a scary name. Luna Maya, who prefers true stories, said that she enjoys films that are based on real events. “I prefer true stories. If it really exists, it’s better than something made up,” she said.
The Story of Sumala
In Sumala, the titular character is a little girl with a physical disability who has a very different personality at night. As she grows up, the village where she lives begins to experience a series of horrific events, including increasingly frequent cases of missing children. The villagers are convinced that Sumala is the perpetrator.
A First-Time Collaboration
Sumala marks the first-time collaboration between Luna Maya and Makayla Rose. Despite not having a strong emotional bond in the film, the actresses praised each other’s acting and expressed their admiration for each other’s work.
Trailer and Promotional Materials
The trailer for Sumala has been released, and it promises to be a chilling and suspenseful ride. Watch the trailer here. Meanwhile, promotional materials, including a poster featuring Luna Maya and Makayla Rose, have also been released. Check out the promotional materials here.
Conclusion
Sumala promises to be a spine-tingling horror film that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. With its true story inspiration and talented cast, it’s a must-watch for horror fans everywhere. Don’t miss out on this chilling ride – catch Sumala in theaters soon!
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