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Manananggal in Manila (1997)

1997 · Mario O'Hara · 98 мин · Philippines · Edited by 1

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An English-speaking manananggal (a malevolent, blood sucking monster) spreads terror in Manila. The manananggal is a Philippines mythical creature described as scary, often hideous, usually depicted as female, and always capable of severing its upper torso and sprouting huge bat-like wings to fly into the night in search of its victims.

A 1997 entry from the catalog with a clear horror angle. Directed by Mario O'Hara.

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