Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital

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Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital
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Theatrical release poster
Directed byKerwin Go
Written by
  • Kerwin Go
  • Dustin Celestino
  • Leovic Arceta
Based on Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum by Jung Bum-shik
Produced byDondon Monteverde
Erik Matti
Enrique Gil
Starring Enrique 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
Distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures (Philippines)
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]

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Cast

Production

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

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

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]

John Kobe Balod of The Varsitarian described the film as a "bold step toward innovation in Filipino horror." Balod praised the films "use of action camera footage" which created "an immersive experience", "the minimal lighting and restrained camerawork, which heighten the tension and claustrophobia and deliver a unique sensory experience." [9] Writing for The Philippine Star , Mikhail Lecaros gave the film a positive review, describing it as an "endlessly suspenseful (and traumatizing) exercise in fear." Lecaros commended the art direction and production of the film and praised the performances of Jane De Leon, Alexa Miro and Mary Jane Lastimosa. [10] Philbert Dy of Spot.ph gave the film three out of five stars, criticizing the films weak plot but commended the performances of the ensemble cast. [11]

Accolades

Accolades received by Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital
AwardDateCategoryRecipient(s)ResultRef.
Metro Manila Film Festival December 27, 2024 Best Actress Jane de LeonNominated [12] [13]
Best Cinematography Mark TironaNominated
Best Production Design Jerann OrdinarioNominated
Best Editing Kurt ClaridadesNominated
Best Sound Ditoy AguilaWon
Best Musical Score Decky Jazer MargajaNominated
Best Visual Effects Mothership Inc.Nominated
Breakthrough Performance AwardAlexa MiroNominated

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