Is Duyung: Legenda Aurora Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2025)

📖 The Core Premise

Duyung: Legenda Aurora returns to the screen in 2025, bringing a fresh narrative to the Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "The return of the Mermaid Puteri, who asks Jimmy for help to save her daughter, Aurora, who has been caught by a group of fish thieves using an illegal trawler. Helped by Hamlau (daughter of the Mermaid Princess played by Zero), Dashmond, (Jimmy and Aspalela's son) embarks on an adventure to find Aurora. Their journey is filled with various funny things, because Hamlau and Aurora can only be on land for no more than six hours. They are also accompanied Ajaq (driver), and with the help of Ajaq they managed to save Aurora who was auctioned off to Dr. Evo. With the cunning and extraordinary strength of the mermaid warrior, they managed to get Aurora back. The story ends with the announcement of Dashmond wanting to marry Aurora."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Anna Jobling attempts to elevate the material, but the direction leaves them with little to work with. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Adventure. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Duyung: Legenda Aurora worth your time? If you appreciate Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Duyung: Legenda Aurora misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 97 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.