Day: October 30, 2024

Folklore

The “Manananggal” in Philippine Cinema: Horror and Social Commentary

The manananggal, a distinctive creature in Philippine folklore, has been a compelling figure in Filipino cinema for decades, serving as both a source of terror and a vessel for social commentary. This visceral mythological being – a vampire-like creature capable of splitting its body in half and flying with bat-like wings – has captured the […]

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