Pagpag: Siyam na Buhay

Synopsis

Pagpag: Nine Lives is a Filipino horror film that follows a group of young adults encountering supernatural events after disrespecting Filipino funeral traditions. The story revolves around Cedric and Leni, portrayed by Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo, as they try to escape the vengeful spirits haunting them. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they uncover dark secrets that put their lives at risk. Directed by Frasco Mortiz, Pagpag: Nine Lives seamlessly blends horror and suspense, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats with its chilling scenes and unexpected twists. The film explores the consequences of ignoring superstitions and the importance of respecting traditions to avoid malevolent spirits.

Cast

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  Kathryn Bernardo

  Leni

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  Daniel Padilla

  Cedric

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  Shaina Magdayao

  Lucy

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  Paulo Avelino

  Roman

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  Matet De Leon

  Eva

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  Janus Del Prado

  Dencio

Reviews

Pagpag: Nine Lives received mixed reviews from critics. While some applauded the film's eerie atmosphere and effective scares, others criticized its predictable storyline and cliched horror elements. Rotten Tomatoes called it 'an entertaining but formulaic horror flick' and rated it with 3.5/5 stars, praising Kathryn Bernardo's performance but noting the lack of originality in the plot. IMDb users gave it a rating of 5.4/10, with some viewers appreciating the suspenseful moments and others finding the scares too typical. Metacritic highlighted the film's visual style but pointed out its reliance on jump scares and familiar tropes. Overall, Pagpag: Nine Lives offers a decent fright fest for horror enthusiasts but falls short on innovation and narrative depth.