A unique aspect of The Raid's audio history is its two distinct musical scores:
Depending on the version you watch, the audio experience changes drastically. The International Version: Features an industrial, pulsing electronic score by Mike Shinoda (of Linkin Park) and Joe Trapanese The Original Indonesian Release: Contains the original score by Aria Prayogi and Fajar Yuskemal The Raid Redemption Indonesian Audio
Why? Because the subtitles translate the Indonesian accurately, including the poetic threats and moments of unexpected humor. The English dub changes the script entirely; you are getting a different translation of the same movie. A unique aspect of The Raid's audio history
When you watch the film with the original Indonesian audio, you are immersing yourself in an environment that feels geographically authentic. The language itself—Bahasa Indonesia—has a specific rhythmic quality. It is direct and often forceful, mirroring the architectural brutality of the setting. The English dub changes the script entirely; you
The film was a breakthrough for Indonesian cinema, directed by Welshman Gareth Evans who spent years in Jakarta studying Pencak Silat
If you want the definitive experience, buy the physical release.
