Panji (Deni Sumargo) makes a harrowing choice, he sells his soul to the dark arts in a desperate bid to avenge the death of his beloved wife, Murni (Aisha Nurra Datau). But when he awakens, he finds his body trapped, shackled by the very dark forces that now possess his soul. Lost and wandering, Panji crosses paths with Gantari (Aghniny Haque) and the powerful warrior Bramantya (Dony Damara), who enlist his help in tracking down a bandit who has stolen a sacred heirloom the only artifact capable of breaking the black magic's grip. Accepting their offer, Panji is drawn into a larger war between two kingdoms, all while uncovering the buried truths of his own tragic past.

Panji Tengkorak is an animated film adaptation of the iconic 1968 comic by legendary Indonesian artist Hans Jaladara. For director Daryl Wilson, bringing Panji Tengkorak to life through animation was a chance to reimagine a national treasure, focusing on visual storytelling that captures the original comic's striking artistry and emotional depth. LSF has classified Panji Tengkorak as suitable for viewers aged 13 plus..
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