The Night Comes for Us
Gritty Indonesian action thriller about underworld loyalty
About The Night Comes for Us
Released: 2018
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 2h
Cast
Joe Taslim, Iko Uwais, Asha Kenyeri Bermudez, Sunny Pang, Salvita Decorte, Abimana Aryasatya, Zack Lee, Dimas Anggara, Julie Estelle, Dian Sastrowardoyo
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The Night Comes for Us is a 2018 TV show in the International Action & Adventure genre. It revolves around the character Ito, a former triad enforcer who decides to protect a young girl instead of participating in a massacre. This decision leads to him being hunted by his former gang. The show is known for its intense action sequences and dark, gritty tone.
The plot of The Night Comes for Us follows Ito as he navigates the dangerous criminal underworld in Jakarta, Indonesia. Along the way, he must confront his former allies, including his best friend turned enemy, Arian. As the violence escalates, Ito is forced to fight for his survival and protect the innocent.
Making / Production
The Night Comes for Us was directed by Timo Tjahjanto and produced by PT XYZ Films. Tjahjanto is known for his work in the action genre and brought his unique visual style to the show. The production took place in various locations in Indonesia, with a focus on capturing the gritty and chaotic atmosphere of Jakarta's underworld.
Actors
- Iko Uwais as Ito - The main protagonist and former triad enforcer. Uwais displays incredible martial arts skills throughout the show, delivering intense action sequences.
- Joe Taslim as Arian - Ito's former best friend turned enemy. Taslim delivers a powerful performance, showcasing Arian's ruthless and relentless pursuit of Ito.
- Asha Kenyeri Bermudez as Reina - The young girl that Ito decides to protect. Bermudez brings innocence and vulnerability to the character amidst the chaos.
- Julie Estelle as Alma - A skilled assassin and Ito's ally. Estelle delivers a fierce and captivating performance as the badass female character.
- Sunny Pang as Chien Wu - A powerful triad boss and Ito's former employer. Pang portrays the menacing and intimidating nature of Chien Wu.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The Night Comes for Us was highly praised for its brutal and realistic fight choreography.
- Several cast members of the TV show, including Iko Uwais and Julie Estelle, had previously worked together in the acclaimed film The Raid.
- The Night Comes for Us premiered at the 2018 Fantastic Fest in Austin, Texas.
- The show was a collaboration between Indonesian and American production companies.
Awards
The Night Comes for Us received several nominations and awards in various international film festivals. It won the Audience Award for Best Midnighters at the 2018 South by Southwest Film Festival.
Quotes
- "I am not your enemy, Ito. We just work for different bosses." - Arian
- "You're a dead man walking." - Chien Wu
- "Sometimes, the only way to stay alive is to kill." - Ito
Music / Soundtrack
The Night Comes for Us features a dynamic and pulse-pounding soundtrack that enhances the action sequences and intensifies the atmosphere of the show. The score was composed by Aria Prayogi and Fajar Yuskemal, who previously worked on The Raid films.
About The Night Comes for Us
A brutal Indonesian crime-thriller where an elite enforcer becomes a target after sparing a girl’s life during a massacre.