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San Lazaro

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2011 | 96 min | Thriller, Horror, Comedy

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With almost no lasting buzz and soft box office, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
If you count yourself among anyone who loves trying to stay one step ahead and people who need a good giggle, this one's for you. Best watched without your phone in hand.
The mood
Scary.
The pace
Tense from early on, at 1 hr 36 min.
What might put you off
  • It's in another language, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Not ideal if you just want to unwind.

Two estranged friends journey to the town of San Lazaro to ask a faith-healer for help in saving the life of one's brother, who is possessed by an evil spirit.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsSolid

    Generally positive reviews

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerBelow par

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 918 people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Wincy Aquino Ong

  • Ramon BautistaLimuel
  • Nicco ManaloBiboy
  • Wincy Aquino OngSigfried
  • Bianca KingCheska
  • Allan ForteDante
  • Julia ClareteKathy
  • Kean CiprianoCarlo Benedicto
  • Ely BuendiaRex
  • Earl IgnacioBerhilyo
  • Cheska SalcedoAnicka