Every August, Chinese-Filipino communities observe what’s commonly known as Ghost Month. According to tradition, the gates of heaven and the underworld open during this time, allowing spirits to roam the world of the living. Some are said to seek closure or sustenance—and may even bring bad luck. That’s why many people avoid making big decisions like moving, traveling, or starting a business during this period and instead offer food and drink to their ancestors.

So here at PULSE, we say: why not embrace the eerie vibe of Ghost Month with some truly chilling Filipino films about ghosts and the supernatural?

Get into the ghostly spirit this August with these five Pinoy horror films that dive into the world of spirits and the unknown:

1. Eerie

‘ ‘4’: ‘contentWidth’: ‘100%’ ’embedCode’: ‘