Cast
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Michael De Mesa
as Lolo Omar / Professor Jamir
Tanya Gomez
as Lovina
Tom Tom
as Boiok
Sunshine Dizon
as Freza (as Sunshine)
Armida Siguion-Reyna
as Mikula
Liza Lorena
as Kleriga
Gina Alajar
as Siddha
Odette Khan
as Madera
Dick Israel
as Arbutus
Rene Johnson
as Tumok
Turko Cervantes
as Ahura
Nonong De Andres
as Akay
Sonny Erang
as Drago
Ruben Rustia
as
Crew
Director
- Tata Esteban
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Fantasy film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Magic of the Universe presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Tata Esteban 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 1987, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Magic of the Universe took approximately 21 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 85 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 124 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 430 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 1567 individual shots.
- The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1987, when this film was released:
- Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 25, 1987
- Runtime: 1h 25m