Cast
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Raymart Santiago
as Aris
Joey Marquez
as Nardo
Maris Racal
as Mich
Jane Oineza
as Nica
Kelvin Miranda
as Abner
Jameson Blake
as RJ
Jon Lucas
as Andre
Albert Sumaya Jr.
as
Jerald Napoles
as Voltron
Myrtle Sarrosa
as Lorena
Fiona Yang
as Kristine
Beverly Salviejo
as Tiya Merly
Dido De La Paz
as Mang Feleo
Miho Nishida
as Elena
Anthony Falcon
as Sitsit
Crew
Director
- Ian Loreños
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Haunted Forest presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Ian Loreños brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2017, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Haunted Forest took approximately 10 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 110 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 164 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The musical score contains over 73 unique compositions.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2017, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 25, 2017
- Runtime: 1h 50m