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Patayin Sa Sindak Si Barbara (1995) : Restored and Remastered in HD

MANILA, PH.   As part of it's commitment in bringing classic Filipino films to audiences of today, the ABS-CBN Film Archives brings back one of the most unforgettable Filipino horror films of all time. Digitally restored and remastered in HD, the ABS-CBN Film Archives' newest project features the 1995 classic horror film by Chito S. Rono, Patayin Sa Sindak Si Barbara.

Patayin Sa Sindak Si Barbara (literally Kill Barbara in Shock) is a 1995 Filipino horror-drama starring award winning actress Lorna Tolentino, together with Tonton Gutierrez, Antoinette Taus, and Ms. Dawn Zulueta. It is the remake of the 1974 horror film Patayin Mo Sa Sindak Si Barbara which starred Philippine Cinema's movie queen Ms. Susan Roces. The film is director Chito S. Rono's first horror project. It is also Star Cinema's first foray into the horror genre. After it's success, Chito S. Rono and Star Cinema would team up again to bring a slew of other box-office horror hits, from Feng Shui (2004) to Sukob : The Wedding Curse (2006).

The film revolves around Barbara (Lorna Tolentino) as she is being haunted by the angry ghost of her sister, Ruth (Dawn Zulueta). Along the film, she tries to understand how her sister died and why she is haunting her.


    

I was one of the lucky ones who were able to attend the red carpet premiere of the HD version of the film last April 6, 2016 at the UP Cine Adarna, Diliman, Quezon City. The screening, courtesy of UP Cineastes in partnership with ABS-CBN Film Archive,  was packed with students from University of the Philippines, film enthusiasts, and many more who stayed late just to see the work of legendary screenwriter Ricky Lee and director Chito S. Rono come to life again in the big screen. Among the special guests of the said event were Ricky Lee and Chito Rono. Antoinette Taus who also starred in the film also graced the red carpet.
After witnessing how beautiful they have restored and remastered the 1995 classic, I was really astounded and amazed. Indeed, everyone of us deserves to watch classic films like this. I am personally looking forward to seeing other restored classic Filipino films in the future.

Admit One.

Photo Op at the Red Carpet.

Actress Antoinette Taus together with the staff of ABS-CBN Film Restoration project.

Director Chito S. Rono shares about his experience in making the film.

Antoinette Taus expressing her opinions about the restoration of classic Filipino films.

From left to right: Renowned screenwriter Ricky Lee, Antoinette Taus, and Director Chito S. Rono.