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Ayala Malls Cinemas Celebrates GHOST MONTH With a Lineup of the Spookiest Hollywood Classics for “THRILL FEST,” from August 21 to September 3
Visit Ayala Malls Cinemas and watch classic films such as “Interview with the Vampire,” “Gremlins,” “A Nightmare on Elm Street,” and “The Towering Inferno” on the big screen, where they are intended to be viewed.
In certain Asian cultures, the commemoration of Ghost Month every August is a long-standing custom. It is believed that the energies of the deceased visit the living during this period. This year’s Thrill Fest by Ayala Malls Cinemas has been renamed “Thrill Fest: The Ghost Month Classic Film Series” in honor of this tradition. The event features an electrifying selection of suspense films.
From August 21 to September 3, Ayala Malls Cinemas will present a frightfully impressive lineup of classic Hollywood horror and thriller films that are commemorating their anniversaries this year. This rare opportunity for cineastes to experience “Interview with the Vampire” (30th anniversary), “Gremlins” (40th anniversary), “A Nightmare on Elm Street” (40th anniversary), and “The Towering Inferno” (50th anniversary) on the big screen is available for a limited time only. Prepare yourself for two weeks of unforgettable moments, shocks, and chills that will keep you on the edge of your seat!
Prepare yourself for an unforgettable experience at the movies this Ghost Month. This year’s Thrill Fest lineup of remastered classics is summarized below:
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INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE (Available August 21 – 27)
30th Anniversary. Released in 1994
Starring: Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, Kirsten Dunst, Christian Slater, Antonio Banderas
200-year-old vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac (Brad Pitt) recounts his life story to reporter Daniel Molloy (Christian Slater) in “Interview with the Vampire,” which spans two centuries of desire, love, yearning, sorrow, terror, ecstasy, and regret. This film adaptation was nominated for two Academy Awards and is based on Anne Rice’s bestselling 1976 novel of the same name.
GREMLINS (Available August 21 – 27)
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40th Anniversary. Released in 1984
Starring: Zach Galligan, Phoebe Cates, Hoyt Axton
Randall Peltzer (Hoyt Axton), a struggling inventor in the idyllic small community of Kingston Falls, returns home with an unusual pet named a Mogwai as a gift for his son Billy (Zach Galligan). The Mogwai’s care is straightforward provided that the following three principles are adhered to: never feed the Mogwai after midnight, keep him away from water, and avoid exposing him to bright lights. However, the regulations are violated, and the repercussions are escalating at an alarming rate. Despite the presence of creatures that may be fearsome, “Gremlins,” which was written by Christopher Columbus (“Home Alone” 1 and 2, the first three “Harry Potter” movies), is a delightful viewing experience for the entire family.
NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (Available August 28 – September 3)
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40th Anniversary. Released in 1984
Starring: Robert Englund, Heather Langenkamp, Johnny Depp, John Saxon
In the terrifying nightmares of his killers’ children, a man who was murdered returns as a hideously scarred monster, as they begin to die in their slumber one by one. Wes Craven, the master of the horror slasher genre, was responsible for the creation of this classic horror film and its emblematic villain, Freddy Krueger (the “Scream” franchise).
THE TOWERING INFERNO (Available August 28 – September 3)
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50th Anniversary. Released in 1974
Starring: Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, William Holden, Faye Dunaway, Fred Astaire
A unique cinematic experience
The Thrill Fest provides moviegoers with an exclusive cinematic experience. The featured classics are presently unavailable on popular streaming platforms and can only be viewed for a limited time at Ayala Malls Cinemas, at an affordable price. Cinemagoers can revisit their beloved films for a mere P200 to P250 at the following participating cinema branches:
- Glorietta (P250)
- Greenbelt (P250)
- Circuit (P250)
- Market Market (P250)
- Fairview Terraces (P250)
- Feliz (P250)
- Trinoma (P250)
- UPTC (250)
- Manila Bay (P250)
- Harbor Point (P250)
- Solenad (P250)
- Ayala Center Cebu (P200)
- Centrio (P200)
- Capitol Central (P200)
Ayala Malls Cinemas provide a state-of-the-art movie-watching experience by incorporating state-of-the-art facilities such as plush seating, generous legroom, cutting-edge laser projections, superior audio technologies like Dolby Sound and Dolby Atmos, and better images. This ensures that viewers enjoy the best possible environment while watching movies.
Ayala Malls Cinemas provides movie enthusiasts with the opportunity to rediscover (and, for the younger audience, discover!) enduring masterpieces in addition to the premium cinematic experience. Who is to say that ancient movies can only be viewed through streaming on typically small and mobile screens? Films, particularly those produced prior to the advent of smartphones, were intended for the cinema, or the large screen. Hurry up and reserve your tickets for the Thrill Fest today!
Ensure that you view the four classic films of the festival – “Interview with the Vampire,” “Gremlins,” “A Nightmare on Elm Street,” and “The Towering Inferno” – during their limited festival run in Philippine cinemas from August 21 to September 3. Movie enthusiasts are advised to consult the Ayala Malls Cinemas Facebook and Instagram pages for additional details regarding screening schedules and ticket reservations. You may reserve your tickets in advance by visiting www.sureseats.com or any of the participating cinemas.
