The Message
Réalisation M. Rusni
Indonesia · 2026 · 3 min 30 s · Thriller
Film soumis au OnShow International Film Festival 2026Synopsis
After Garry (the stabbed man) is found dead, Sofie (The Intruder) attempts to conceal her involvement by directing suspicion toward Laura (The Ex). But a missing phone and a series of unsettling clues threaten to expose the truth, turning a seemingly ordinary night into a tense game of deception, suspicion, and discovery.
À propos du film
Laura arrives at Garry’s home after receiving a message that appears to have come from him. But Garry denies sending it and reveals that his phone is missing. What begins as a seemingly ordinary encounter gradually turns into an unsettling mystery. As Laura tries to make sense of the situation, small details and unexplained clues begin to undermine the apparent normality of the night. Suspicion grows, and the boundaries between what is known, what is concealed, and what is merely assumed become increasingly uncertain. Through restrained dialogue, visual storytelling, and an atmosphere of mounting unease, THE MESSAGE explores deception, suspicion, and the fragile nature of truth. As the mystery deepens, Laura is drawn into a disturbing chain of events surrounding a death, where every detail may carry a hidden meaning.
Réalisation
M. Rusni is an Indonesian filmmaker who has been active in the Indonesian film industry since 2019, working across various production roles, including Assistant Director and Production Assistant. He has written and directed several short films, exploring human behavior, psychological tension, and the complexities of human relationships. His filmmaking approach emphasizes visual storytelling and atmosphere.
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OnShow International Film Festival — Inaugural Edition · 2026