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Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital
Theatrical release poster
Directed byKerwin Go
Written by
  • Kerwin Go
  • Dustin Celestino
  • Leovic Arceta
Based onGonjiam: Haunted Asylum by Jung Bum-shik
Produced byDondon Monteverde
Erik Matti
Enrique Gil
StarringEnrique Gil
Jane de Leon
Alexa Miro
MJ Lastimosa
Raf Pineda
Ryan Azurin
CinematographyMark Tirona
Edited byKurt Claridades
Music byMikey Amistoso
Jazz Nicolas
Production
companies
Reality MM Studios
Creative Leaders Group 8
Release date
  • December 25, 2024 (2024-12-25)
Running time
91 minutes
CountryPhilippines
LanguageFilipino

Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital is a 2024 Philippine found footage horror film based on the 2018 South Korean film Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum. The film stars Enrique Gil, Jane de Leon, Alexa Miro, MJ Lastimosa, Raf Pineda and Ryan "Zarckaroo" Azurin.

Produced by Reality MM Studios and Creative Leaders Group 8, it serves as an official entry to the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival.[1][2]

Cast

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Production

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The film initially known under its working title Strange Frequencies: Haunted Hospital. It was directed and written by Kerwin Go, produced by Reality MM Studios, Inc., and written by Dustin Celestino and Leovic Arceta.[3] Immerse Entertainment is also involved in the production.[1]

The film is an adaptation of the 2018 South Korean film Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum.[4] It is dubbed as the Philippines' first-ever meta found footage horror film. Local audiences and critics are anticipating for the film's release. Following the format of the original Korean movie, the group of Filipino amateur ghost-hunters will explore the notorious Xinglin General Hospital in Tainan, which is reputed to be one of the most haunted places in Taiwan.[5]

On July 16, 2024, the film was selected among the first five entries for the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival, all of which were submitted as scripts.[6]

Release

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As one of the ten official entries for the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival, Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital is set to have its theatrical release in cinemas in the Philippines on December 25, 2024.[6]

Reception

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Critical response

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Writing for Entertainment Inquirer, Jessica Ann Evangelista described the film as "a decent blend of meta horror, humor", providing an effective "nerve-wracking atmosphere" that displayed an "enjoyable horror experience with a fair share of frights and laughs." Evangelista also praised the performances of Jane de Leon and Alexa Miro for their effectiveness and Raf Pineda's comic timing.[7] Khryzztine Joy Baylon of Philippine Entertainment Portal opined that the "tension and terror are palpable, drawing viewers into the experience, and in this way, the film successfully blends meta-horror with vlogging." Baylon also commended the performances of Enrique Gil, Alexa Miro and Raf Pineda, with emphasis on Jane De Leon, stating that "she delivers her lines with the perfect intensity, shifting seamlessly from light moments to dramatic and suspenseful ones."[8]

References

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  1. ^ a b Frater, Patrick (October 28, 2024). "Philippines Remake of 'Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum' Unveils First Footage, Heads for Metro Manila Film Festival (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved November 21, 2024.
  2. ^ "'Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital' gets rave reviews for its new style of horror". Manila Bulletin. December 22, 2024. Retrieved December 22, 2024.
  3. ^ Ferrer, Noel (July 17, 2024). "Story reigns supreme". Malaya Business Insight. Retrieved July 18, 2024.
  4. ^ "'Keys to the Heart' captures Pinoy audience with its heartwarming story". GMA Entertainment. October 9, 2023. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
  5. ^ Pullido, Gretchen (July 18, 2024). "Enrique Gil, Jane De Leon star in MMFF entry 'Strange Frequencies'". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved July 18, 2024.
  6. ^ a b Mayo, Stephanie (July 18, 2024). "MMFF 50th Edition: Excitement builds as first half of finalists revealed". Daily Tribune. Retrieved July 18, 2024.
  7. ^ Evangelista, Jessica Ann (December 23, 2024). "'Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital,' a decent blend of meta horror, humor". Inquirer.net. Archived from the original on December 25, 2024.
  8. ^ Baylon, Khryzztine Joy (December 24, 2024). "REVIEW: Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital, the ultimate horror movie for your squad". PEP.ph. Archived from the original on December 25, 2024.
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