Going Back in Time: Philippines Horror Movies Best of 2011
Prepare your popcorn, turn off the lights, and cuddle up in your safest blanket, because we’re about to dive into a nostalgia-filled cavalcade of Filipinos’ nightmarish delights! Turn back the calendar to 2011, when Philippine cinema redefined horror and transformed the quiet into screaming and the fear into fear! Get ready, because we’re about to unveil the Top 10 Filipino Horror Movies from 2011 that had us screaming!
1. Segunda Mano (Second Hand)
Haunted pasts are never a good idea, especially when it comes to second-hand items. This movie will make you think twice about buying used goods again.
2. The Road
A chilling tale of a deserted road where unsolved murders took place: Beware; the past is still very active on this road.
3. Aswang (Monster)
The name says it all. Aswangs are Philippine mythical creatures known to terrorize the night, and this tale perfectly encapsulates that fear.
4. San Lazaro
Two estranged friends journey to the town of San Lazaro to ask a faith healer for help in saving the life of one’s brother, who is possessed by an evil spirit.
5. Tumbok (Hit the Mark)
Upon moving into a new home, the couple soon realizes they are not alone. Beware of the sounds that go bump in the night!
6. Bulong (Whisper)
Be careful what you wish for, especially if it involves whispering to the dead!
7. Amok
This one takes fear to the streets with a madman’s murderous rampage that’s enough to send shivers down anyone’s spine.
8. Babangluksa
Carlos’ current girlfriend, Anna, believes that his ex-girlfriend’s ghost is haunting her one year after her passing. A medium informs Anna that the dead girl’s ghost is following her around as retaliation.
9. The Mommy Returns
Even from the afterlife, a mother’s love proves to be unstoppable in this fun but scary film.
10. White House
A reality show in a haunted house may sound like a winning idea until the horrors begin to seep into reality.
An Unforgettable Year of Horror!
And there you have it, folks! Ten of the most scream-worthy Filipino horror movies from a terrifyingly amazing year of cinema – 2011. Sure to thrill new watchers and send pleasant chills down the spine of those re-watching, these films serve as a testament to the captivating horror storytelling of the Philippines. So, flip open that laptop, or dust off those old DVDs, because these movies are sure to make you scream – in the best way possible, of course!
Top 10 Philippine Horror Movies from 2011 FAQ
Here are the most common questions about the Top 10 Philippine Horror Movies from 2011.
1. What is the premise of “Tumbok”?
“Tumbok” is a horror-thriller movie that features a couple who move into an ill-omened house where supernatural events start taking place
2. Do these movies follow Western-style horror or have a unique Filipino twist?
These movies often combine both Western and Filipino elements of horror, featuring local folklore creatures, superstitions, and scenarios unique to the Philippines.
3. Who are some of the popular Filipino actors who starred in horror movies in 2011?
Notable Filipino actors in 2011 horror films include Kris Aquino, Dingdong Dantes, Angelica Panganiban, Vice Ganda, and Vhong Navarro, among others.
4. Are the storylines based on real events or purely fictional?
While these movies tend to be fictional, they often draw inspiration from common Filipino superstitions and folk tales.
5. What is “Bulong” about?
“Bulong” is a horror comedy about a man who whispers a wish to the dead, only to have it granted but with terrible consequences.
