Thriller ·Mystery · Philippines · 2025 · 10m

The Monster of the South

Ang Mangtas sa Habagatan

The Monster of the South poster
Director
Justine Polanco
Cast
Melissa Dyan Juanatala as Noraida Carmina Aragones as Saida Lau Apostol as Amir Alec Gonzales as Monster
Crew
John Cupino — Director of Photography Justine Polanco — Editor Justine Polanco — Writer Vince Charles Sucatre — Producer Charles Claridad — Producer Nathalie Enriquez — Production Design
Synopsis

Displaced by martial law, a mother tells her daughter a shadow puppet story about a monster, only for their terrifying tale to turn to reality and must confront their darkest fears.

Trailer The Monster of the South — Official Trailer
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Mood & Themes
martial law
Key Collaborators
Justine Polanco Director John Cupino Director of Photography Justine Polanco Editor Justine Polanco Writer Vince Charles Sucatre Producer Charles Claridad Producer Nathalie Enriquez Production Design Jezra Joy Berme Production Design
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