Aswang (2011 film)

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Aswang
Theatrical release poster
Directed by	Jerrold Tarog
Story by	Jerrold Tarog Aloy Adlawan
Based on	Aswang (1992) by Peque Gallaga
Produced by	Lily Y. Monteverde
Starring	Lovi Poe Paulo Avelino Jillian Ward Marc Abaya Precious Lara Quigaman Joem Bascon Niña Jose Albie Casiño
Cinematography	Mackie Galvez
Edited by	Aleks Castañeda
Music by	Jerrold Tarog
Production company	Regal Entertainment
Distributed by	Regal Entertainment
Release date	November 2, 2011 (2011-11-02)
Running time	110 minutes
Country	Philippines
Languages	Filipino English
Box office	₱31 million (US$722,156.00)[1]

Aswang is a 2011 Filipino action horror film based on the Filipino mythical creature that is a shapeshifting monster usually possessing a combination of the traits of either a vampire, a ghoul, a witch, or different species.^[2] The film is directed and co-written by Jerrold Tarog. It stars Lovi Poe, Paulo Avelino, Albie Casiño, Jillian Ward, Marc Abaya and Niña Jose. The film is a remake of Peque Gallaga's 1992 film of the same name.^[3]

The film features a type of aswang called "Abwak". It can transform from human to a raven-like creature that could fly and move underground as it stalks its victim. The film received generally positive reviews from critics, praising its cinematography and narrative, particularly Lovi Poe's performance.