GET ready to be spooked out of your wits with GMA Film's first horror movie offering: "Ouija." Together with Viva Films, "Ouija" puts two of the most brilliant stars of their generation, Judy Ann Santos and Jolina Magdangal in their first ever full-length movie together.
Being the first horror movie offering of GMA Films, the producers were very selective in choosing the storyline.
"It has to offer the movie-goers something new in terms of horror and it also has to be realistic such that the viewers will feel that it could happen to them," Annette Gozon-Abrogar (president of GMA Films) said. In fact, the storyline of "Ouija" was inspired by a real-life documentary about a British Family who used Ouija board the wrong way. "Even for us, we never knew that you should not destroy a Ouija board, even by accident, or else the spirit called might get trapped in you, with no way to escape," stressed Joey Abacan, supervising producer.
Both GMA Films and Viva Films made sure that "Ouija" would also make the international rounds thus choosing to shoot in scenic Camiguin where the famous floating cemetery is located.
As part of GMA's 57th Anniversary, "Ouija" is a well-crafted film that can surely lay claim to a compelling plot and gripping scenes that will definitely push you to the edge of your seats. The excellent cinematography of Neil Daza and intelligent mentorship of young director Toppel Lee who has done critically acclaimed films in the past are only two among the many reasons why this film should not be missed by moviegoers everywhere. According to director Topel Lee, "I am privileged to be working with the best and the most beautiful young actresses in the country today. I am grateful to GMA and Viva Films for giving me my very first full length commercial film. A relatively new and young director couldn't ask for anything more."
The film can certainly boast of the outstanding acting from not only Judy Ann and Jolina, but from the entire cast. Joining this huge project are the likes of Iza Calzado, Rhian Ramos, and Desiree del Valle. "It was unthinkable at first, but GMA and Viva were able to do it! The shooting went very smoothly; we were so happy that we almost forgot that we were doing a horror-drama film!" says Jolina who expressed her delight in being reunited with her longtime good friend, Judy Ann Santos. Celebrating her 20th year anniversary in show business, Judy Ann was likewise pleased with the project.
She said, "I am happy that I'm celebrating my 20th anniversary in show business with this film. It feels good that I am able to crossover and work with GMA again, even just in films. The bosses are very down-to earth. I enjoyed every moment in doing this film."
Judy Ann started with "Kaming mga Ulila" and was also part of "That's Entertainment" which were both shown on GMA.
"Ouija" will test your tolerance. "Ouija" will strike you with horror. Ready or not, "Ouija" will be showing in theaters nationwide starting July 25. (Press release)
