'P77' releases official trailer
The two-minute video of GMA Pictures' upcoming mind-bending horror film 'P77' excites fans.
GMA Pictures' upcoming mind-bending horror film P77 has released its official trailer.
The two-minute video started with Luna (Barbie Forteza) applying for a job in the residence of Sonia (Jackie Lou Blanco). Since she needed to work for her family, Luna accepted the job in one of the tallest buildings in the city.
P77 is a mind-bending horror film directed by Derick Cabrido and written by Enrico Santos, based on an original concept by Anj Atienza and Kristian Julao.
P77 will be distributed by Warner Bros. Philippines. It will be shown exclusively in cinemas on July 30.
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