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Sisid
“Sisid” is the story of a videographer, played by Raymond Bagatsing, who was betrayed by women in the past and swears never to be betrayed again. He meets a nightclub performer played by de Rossi. The two have an affair, perhaps even fall in love, but Bagatsing hesitates to commit himself to her. De Rossi tells Bagatsing the story of one of her lovers, played by Rodel Velayo; Velayo was once chauffeur to the beautiful but spoiled daughter (again, de Rossi) of a wealthy fishpond operator. De Rossi is kidnapped, Velayo helps her escape; when she learns of his involvement in the plot, she leaves him. Velayo wanders about, until he meets de Rossi in the nightclub; he insists that nightclub de Rossi is really his long-lost de Rossi, and pursues her with fierce intensity. Bagatsing feels threatened by Velayo’s presence, even jealous, and the two struggle over the woman they both think they love.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends ventures into an abandoned house rumored to be haunted by a vengeful spirit. As they explore the decaying structure, they become increasingly tormented by supernatural occurrences. The house's dark past and the escalating terror force them to confront their deepest fears and fight for their survival against an unseen entity.
Critical Reception
Sisid received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its atmospheric tension and scares, though some critics noted predictable plot elements. It is considered a notable early work by director Erik Matti in the Filipino horror genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its effective use of suspense and creepy atmosphere.
Appreciated for delivering solid scares and a sense of dread.
Some found the narrative structure and character development to be somewhat conventional for the genre.
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Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Sisid', translates to 'Dive' in English, hinting at the immersive and terrifying experience the characters undergo.
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