Aswang
Synopsis
This Filipino vampire film co-directed by Peque Gallaga and Lore Reyes tells the story of an aswang, the traditional shape-shifting creature of local legend. Here, the vampire makes appearances as a giant snake, a young woman (Alma Moreno), and a withered old hag (Lilia Cuntapay). The aswang has a lengthy cinematic history, having been the subject of the first sound film ever produced in the Philippines (1932's Ang Aswang) and migrating, in somewhat altered form, to films in Hong Kong, India, Japan, and, in 1994, to the United States. Aiza Seguerra co-stars with Janice de Belen, Aljon Jimenez, John Estrada, and Alma Moreno.
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Alma Moreno
Aswang
Manilyn Reynes
Veron
Janice de Belen
Rosita
Ice Seguerra
Catlyn
Berting Labra
Dudoy
Joey Marquez
Emil
Aljon Jimenez
Edgar
Leo Martinez
Dr. Abraham
Dick Israel
Patrick
John Estrada
Jason
Pen Medina
Nato
Rey Solo
Morris
Eva Ramos
Bining
Gigette Reyes
Mrs. Lorenzo
Orestes Ojeda
Mr. Lorenzo
Mary Walter
Lola
Lilia Cuntapay
Old Aswang
Romy Romulo
Armand
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lore Reyes, Peque Gallaga
- Screenplay & Story
- Jerry Lopez Sineneng, Pen Medina
- Original Score
- Jong Cuenco
- Original Title
- Aswang
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Production Studios
- Good Harvest Unlimited, Regal Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lore Reyes, Peque Gallaga
Jerry Lopez Sineneng, Pen Medina, Don Escudero, Peque Gallaga, Lore Reyes
Jong Cuenco
Joe Tutanes
Danny Gloria
Lily Monteverde, Joey Gosiengfiao
Department Leadership Roster
Joe Tutanes
Director of Photography
Don Escudero
Production Design
Jerry Lopez Sineneng
Screenplay
Joey Gosiengfiao
Producer
Danny Gloria
Editor
Lore Reyes
Director
Peque Gallaga
Director
Pen Medina
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Aswang
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What is Aswang about?
This Filipino vampire film co-directed by Peque Gallaga and Lore Reyes tells the story of an aswang, the traditional shape-shifting creature of local legend. Here, the vampire makes appearances as a giant snake, a young woman (Alma Moreno), and a withered old hag (Lilia Cuntapay). The aswang has a lengthy cinematic history, having been the subject of the first sound film ever produced in the Philippines (1932's Ang Aswang) and migrating, in somewhat altered form, to films in Hong Kong, India, Japan, and, in 1994, to the United States. Aiza Seguerra co-stars with Janice de Belen, Aljon Jimenez, John Estrada, and Alma Moreno.
Who directed Aswang?
Aswang was directed by Lore Reyes, Peque Gallaga.
Who stars in Aswang?
The principal cast of Aswang includes Alma Moreno, Manilyn Reynes, Janice de Belen, Ice Seguerra, Berting Labra.
When was Aswang released and how long is it?
Aswang was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 2h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Aswang?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Aswang was composed by Jong Cuenco.