In the deserted hills of an Indonesian island, Marlina, a young widow, is attacked, raped and robbed for her cattle. To defend herself, she kills several men of the gang. Seeking justice, she goes on a journey for empowerment and redemption. But the road is long, especially when the ghost of her headless victim begins to haunt her.
Marlina the Murderer in Four Acts
A quiet life on the island of Sumba is disrupted when Marlina's home is robbed by Markus and his gang, leading to a deadly confrontation. The aftermath of this event sets off a chain reaction, transforming Marlina's life in profound ways as she is haunted by the ghost of Markus.