Over a thousand passengers perish when a passenger ship named “Aurora” collides into a rocky shore. Many of the dead bodies turn up along the shore of the tiny island near the shipwreck, but many are still missing, and their distressed families are in need of a place to stay in as the search continues.Anne Curtis plays Leana, owner of a rundown inn in the island and guardian to Rita, her 8-year-old sister, played by Phoebe Villamor. She is asked to help look for the cadavers in exchange for a large amount of money. Leana is hesitant, but her fear is overcome by her sympathy for the families and her sister’s encouragement. Helping her in the search are her ex-boyfriend Ricky, played by Marco Gumabao, and a boatman named Eddie, played by Alan Paule.
Though they are willing to brave the strong waves and murky waters, will they have the heart to face whatever awaits them deep in the ocean? Can Leana protect her sister when the dead find their way home?
Aurora is not your typical jump scare horror film! An atmospheric, spooky and stylish horror film anchored with outstanding sound, music design and stunning cinematography. You feel like being part of the film in the shore of the island and inside the ship while watching this. This film surely isn't for everyone, but the sheer originality behind it makes it well worth seeing from its atmosphere to its creepy musical score, up to the downright unnerving performances of Anne Curtis, Marco Gumabao, Arnold Reyes, Allan Paule, Andrea Del Rosario, new child actress Phoebe Villamor and the rest of the cast. Kudos to director Yam Laranas for bringing up this elevated horror thriller masterpiece that we rarely see on a big screen. The plot is well thought-out and its secrets and mysteries keep you watching until its ending. The horror element and genre of Aurora in the way of storytelling is just medium to say on its social commentary and that puts additional substance on this film. Aurora should be on your list to see in this year's Metro Manila Film Festival as it is a good Pinoy thriller and horror film that deserves to be seen.
My Verdict: 4.5/5
PHOTOS TAKEN AT THE PREMIERE NIGHT OF AURORA
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| Yassi Pressman graces the premiere of Aurora |
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| Arnold Reyes |
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| Phoebe Villamor |
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| Arnold Reyes and Sue Prado |
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| Andrea Del Rosario |
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| Marco Gumabao and Anne Curtis |
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