ETC. Fest 2025: 十惡不赦 (AFFILIATION)

Synopsis

Zi Rou, an optimistic teen fresh out of college is preparing to begin her university life. She moves to Kuala Lumpur to stay with her cousin, Jess, but upon arrival, everything seems to go wrong — she encounters rude strangers, feels ignored by her cousin, and fumbles her way through the unfamiliar city. Things begin to change when she meets Sherman, a university senior who offers her a ride home, and the two quickly form a close bond. However, their connection is soon overshadowed as Zi Rou begins to experience bizarre dreams that begins to seep into reality... 

A Paragraph from the Director's Statement 

Through this film, we hope to create something that resonates deeply within the campus community, which is a story that feels real, raw, and reflective of our shared experiences, while bringing a breath of fresh air to the local horror scene. 

Written, Directed, and Edited by Lim Reng Jie

Produced by Abbie Yap, Hailey Lai, and Ryan Ho

Cinematography by Lim Reng Jie

Action Choreography by Chong Kai Di

Production Design and Art Direction by Chong Kai Di

Starring Alice Tey, Kingston Ee, Janice Wong, Ronny Lim, and Audrey Tan

and Featuring Wong Zouee