Make-Up Zombie in the Film ABADI NAN JAYA Apparently Takes 3 Hours for Detailed Results

Kapanlagi.com - The horror film ABADI NAN JAYA features a convincing lineup of zombies as its main stars. The success of these undead performances is thanks to the hard work of the makeup team and the meticulously designed choreography.

The production team had to think creatively to ensure the makeup process was efficient. In fact, some zombie makeup takes up to three hours to complete. This is done to achieve detailed results when highlighted by the camera from close range. Curious about the facts?

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1. Makeup for a Total of 200 People

Film ABADI NAN JAYA (credit: Netflix)

According to liputan6.com, Astrid, the makeup artist for the film ABADI NAN JAYA, admitted that she had to think creatively to "dress up" more than 200 zombie actors. Astrid had to find a way to ensure that the production runs smoothly and efficiently.

"How can the production run smoothly and efficiently, what should I do?" said Astrid as quoted by liputan6.com.

To tackle this, Astrid then divided the zombies into several different classes based on the shooting distance. This determined the makeup effect details that would be applied to the appearance of the zombie actors.

2. Takes Up to Three Hours

THE EVERLASTING FILM (credit: Netflix)

Astrid explained further that for the actors who are highlighted at close range, the work is indeed very detailed. For that detailed and maximal result, Astrid actually needs quite a long time to complete the makeup for just one zombie character.

"Three hours," said one of the actors in a promotional video shown during the press conference. Interestingly, Astrid drew inspiration from the pitcher plant pattern for her zombie makeup.

3. Supported by Convincing Movements

THE EVERLASTING FILM (credit: Netflix)

In addition to makeup, choreography is also a crucial spearhead for the success of the zombie characters in THE EVERLASTING FILM. The unnatural movements of the undead were entrusted to Boby Ari Setiawan, who has a background as a dance choreographer.

According to liputan6.com, Boby stated that the movements of the zombies are not uniform. A zombie bitten on the leg will have different movements from one bitten on the hand.

"I have to transfer that idea or method to around 200 cast members. In my head, that means there are 200 different types of movements. And my job is to ensure that the movements of those 200 cast members are consistent with each of their movements," Boby explained.

4. Synopsis of THE EVERLASTING FILM

THE ETERNAL FILM NAN JAYA (credit: Netflix)

THE EVERLASTING FILM is set in a village in the outskirts of Yogyakarta. There, herbal medicine entrepreneur Sadimin (Donny Damara) lives with his second wife, Karina (Eva Celia), and their eldest son Bambang (Marthino Lio).

One day, his second child, Kenes (Mikha Tambayong), visits with her husband Rudi (Dimas Anggara) and their only child Raihan (Varen Arianda Calief). Their goal is to persuade Sadimin to sell the herbal medicine factory and to ask him to retire.

After drinking a new herbal concoction made at his factory, Sadimin outright rejects this request. His frail body suddenly becomes young again, with black hair and tightened muscles. Unfortunately, the happiness regarding his new body doesn’t last long.

After a severe seizure, Sadimin suddenly attacks his family, trying to bite his staff and grandchildren. The victims of Sadimin's bites show similar signs, causing the small village of Wenirejo to be flooded with terror from bloodthirsty residents.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Who is responsible for handling the zombie makeup effects in the film THE ETERNAL NAN JAYA?
The zombie makeup effects are handled by Astrid.

How long does it take for the most detailed zombie makeup?
For actors highlighted in close-up shots, the makeup process takes up to three hours.

How many zombie actors are made up?
The number of zombie actors that need to be made up exceeds 200 people.

Who is the choreographer for the zombie movements?
The choreographer for the zombie movements is Boby Ari Setiawan, who has a background in dance choreography.

What inspired the appearance of the zombies in this film?
One of the inspirations for the appearance of these zombies is the pattern of the pitcher plant.

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