Aswang (2011 film)
Aswang is a 2011 Filipino action horror thriller film based on the Filipino mythical creature that is a shapeshifting monster usually possessing a combination of the traits of either a vampire, a ghoul, a witch, or different species. The film is directed and co-written by Jerrold Tarog. It stars Lovi Poe, Paulo Avelino, Albie Casiño, Jillian Ward, Marc Abaya and Niña Jose. The film is a remake of Peque Gallaga's 1992 film of the same name.
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Directed by | Jerrold Tarog |
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Based on | Aswang (1992) by Peque Gallaga |
Produced by | Lily Y. Monteverde |
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Cinematography | Mackie Galvez |
Edited by | Aleks Castañeda |
Music by | Jerrold Tarog |
Production company | Regal Entertainment |
Distributed by | Regal Entertainment |
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Running time | 110 minutes |
Country | Philippines |
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Box office | ₱31 million (US$722,156.00) |
The film features a type of aswang called "Abwak". It can transform from human to a raven-like creature that could fly and move underground as it stalks its victim. The film received generally positive reviews from critics, praising its cinematography and narrative, particularly Lovi Poe's performance.
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