Kumanthong (2019)

Plot

In the impoverished countryside of the Southwest during the 1990s, That Son Tam Linh unfolds the chilling tale of a scholar driven by ruthless ambition. Aware of his mysterious abilities, he resorts to horrific measures, taking the lives of four young girls in his quest for power. The narrative delves into the dark consequences of his actions, exploring themes of ambition and moral decay in a society grappling with superstition and fear. As the story progresses, the scholar's descent into madness raises questions about the price of power and the lengths one will go to achieve their desires.