All eyes will be on Davao in the regional film scene as the Ngilngig Asian Fantastic Film Festival (NgAFF) returns for its 10th edition, featuring more than 55 films from the Philippines and other parts of Asia. Read more »
For generations, Capiz has been linked to stories of aswang. But behind the frightening reputation is a real province whose people have had to live with a stereotype they never asked for. Read more »
The recognition of Miss Intrams at the Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival has strengthened filmmaker Henri Marie Belimac’s call for greater support for regional cinema, particularly stories from Mindanao. Read more »
The 2026 Metro Manila Film Festival announces eight official entries, faces eligibility questions over Seeds of Peace, and caps regular cinema tickets at P299. Read more »
An anthill, a swollen foot, and a trip to the albularyo. In Filipino folklore, disturbing a tiny elder’s home can bring mysterious illnesses, while a simple “tabi-tabi po” may help you avoid offending unseen spirits. Here’s the story behind the nuno sa punso, how it differs from the duwende, and what traditional beliefs say about usog. Read more »
By day, an ordinary neighbor. By night, a creature said to fly with half its body missing. Discover the folklore behind the aswang, its regional variations, and the real dangers of accusing someone of being one. Read more »
