Jaka Sembung


Jaka Sembung is a 1981 Indonesian fantasy martial arts film, based on a character of the same name on a comic book by Djair.
Directed by Sisworo Gautama, one of the best-known Indonesian action directors, Jaka Sembung has established its position as a classic Indonesian action movie. Main roles are played by Barry Prima, Dicky Zulkarnaen, Eva Arnaz, and Indo actress Dana Christina.
Jaka Sembung has many sequels, such as Si Buta Lawan Jaka Sembung , Bajing Ireng Dan Jaka Sembung , Jaka Sembung Dan Bergola Ijo, and Jaka Sembung Dan Dewi Samudra.

Synopsis

The story is about local warrior-freedom fighter Parmin who fights against Dutch colonial army in West Java in the 19th century. During his struggle, he has to face hired warriors and pagan magician Kohar who are Dutch operatives with supernatural powers.
The final showdown is between Jaka Sembung and Ki Item, a warrior with magical power – his organs may be cut off his body, but as long as it touches the ground, the organs will return. Only by his wit and skills Jaka Sembung can finally defeat this deadly enemy.