Dutch colonial army in West Java holds a martial arts tournament to select the best warrior to confront local warrior-freedom fighter Parmin (nicknamed Jaka Sembung). The winner is an obscure blind swordsman and the Dutch commander De Mandes (Gino Makasutji) commissions him. However, the swordsman is sympathetic with Jaka Sembung's cause and things get more complicated when magician seductress Dewi Magi as well as her guru (W. D. Mochtar) intervene on behalf of the Dutch.
Practical Effects
Gloriously unhinged magical effects and wire-fight lunacy.
Stunts
Advent Bangun's blind swordsman choreography is genuinely impressive.
Acting
Barry Prima's stoic intensity anchors the chaos beautifully.
Director
Worod Suma
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Jaka Sembung is based on a real Sundanese freedom fighter from the 1940s, though the film adds generous magical embellishments. The character became Barry Prima's signature role across multiple films.
Director Dasri Yacob allegedly filmed some scenes without Worod Suma's knowledge, leading to two distinct visual styles fighting for dominance—fitting for a film about dueling warriors.
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