Journey to the Death (Burmese: ကြောက်ကြောက်ကြောက်၂) is a 2019 Burmese horror‑comedy film directed by Aww Ratha. The picture serves as the second installment in the Kyauk Kyauk Kyauk film series, following the original Kyauk Kyauk Kyauk. Produced by 7th Sense Film Production, the film was released in Myanmar on 26 December 2019 and has a runtime of 120 minutes.
Plot
The narrative follows a group of characters who inadvertently board a haunted bus, leading to a series of supernatural and comedic encounters with spirits. The film blends elements of traditional Burmese folklore with contemporary horror tropes, employing both jump scares and slapstick humor.
Cast
- Nay Toe as That Ti
- Nan Su Oo as Kalyar
- Htun Htun as Tun Tun Examplez
- May Myint Mo as Pont Pont
- Tyron Bejay as Tyron
- Joker as Bala
- Pyae Pyae as Pyae Pyae
Production
The screenplay was written by Nay Soe Thaw, with Lwin Min Eant credited for cinematography. The story was developed by Nyein Chan Kyaw, and the film’s music and sound design were managed by the in‑house team at 7th Sense Film Production.
Reception
While specific box‑office figures are not widely reported, the film attracted attention in Myanmar for its blend of horror and comedy, a genre combination that has seen growing popularity in the country’s contemporary cinema. Critical response highlighted the performances of the ensemble cast and the film’s use of local folklore.
Significance
Journey to the Death contributes to the emerging trend of genre hybridization in Burmese cinema, exemplifying how traditional narrative motifs can be reinterpreted within modern horror‑comedy frameworks. Its status as a sequel underscores the commercial viability of franchise filmmaking in Myanmar’s film industry.