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Dalaw
Laarni is a journalist who has been assigned to write a news report about a ghost called Estrela from a village named Cavite. Estrela is believed to be the spirit of a young teenage girl who was brutally abused. Through her research, the reporter learns that before Estrela died by her own father's hands, she witnessed him murder her own mother. It now seems that the story of the ghost of Estrela is more than a myth. Her spirit has returned to seek it's revenge. Can Laarni discover the secret that fuels Estrellas rage before more lives are lost?
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Plot Summary
A group of friends decides to celebrate their graduation with a trip to a secluded beach resort. Unbeknownst to them, the resort is rumored to be haunted by the spirit of a woman who died there under mysterious circumstances. As strange occurrences begin to plague their stay, they realize they may have stumbled into a dangerous supernatural presence.
Critical Reception
Dalaw received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its atmospheric horror and suspenseful build-up, while some noted predictable plot points common in the genre. It was recognized for its effective use of sound and visual scares, contributing to its reputation as a notable Filipino horror film.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its creepy atmosphere and effective jump scares.
Some viewers found the plot to be somewhat formulaic for a horror film.
Noted for its strong visual direction and sound design.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews and summaries for 'Dalaw' (2009) is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was part of the Metro Manila Film Festival in 2009, a prestigious event in Philippine cinema.
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