In the presence of Khavn & Achinette Villamor
Khavn, 2006, Philippines
HD, b&w, Filipino (sub. English), 73'
No one under 18 admitted"
Swiss premiere
In the Philippines, “Aswang” is creature of the folklore, source of many legends. Depending on the version, it could resemble a ghoul, just as well as a vampire. For Khavn, it bears the features of a women slayer, obsessed with catholic iconography. And so, in definitely not subtle, yet radical manners the filmmaker unloads a stream of slimy hatred upon one of the largest heritage of nearly four centuries of Spanish occupation. The result is an experimentation as minimalistic as it is uncomfortable.