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The Monster of the South

The Monster of the South

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The Monster of the South

2025

0h 10m

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Thriller

Mystery

Overview

Displaced by martial law, a mother tells her daughter a shadow puppet story about a monster, only for their terrifying tale to turn to reality and must confront their darkest fears.

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4 featured cast members

Starring

Melissa Dyan Juanatala

Noraida

Carmina Aragones

Saida

Lau Apostol

Amir

Alec Gonzales

Monster

Creative team

Directed by: Justine Polanco
Written by: Justine Polanco
Produced by: Vince Charles Sucatre
Charles Claridad

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