Philippine Horror Thriller 'Obosen' Heads to Cannes Producer's Network
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Director Raya Martin is developing a folkloric horror thriller titled 'Obosen' at Rein Entertainment, an independent Philippine studio. The project, which follows a policewoman investigating disappearances in a remote town, will be presented at the Cannes Film Festival's Producer's Network. Rein Entertainment is also expanding, bringing on filmmaker-producer Quark Henares as a partner.
Facts First
- Raya Martin is developing 'Obosen', a folkloric horror thriller at Rein Entertainment
- The project is headed to Cannes, as part of the Producer's Network Filipino delegation
- Producer Arleen Cuevas is a frequent collaborator who brought the project to Cannes
- Rein Entertainment is bringing on Quark Henares, a producer with experience at Amazon MGM Studios and Globe Telecom
- Henares will contribute to development, partnerships, and financing for Rein's slate
What Happened
Director Raya Martin is developing a folkloric horror thriller titled 'Obosen' at Rein Entertainment, an independent Philippine studio. The project's plot follows a policewoman investigating disappearances in a remote Philippine town who enters a forest where local mythology, political dynasties, and a film shoot collapse into another reality. Producer Arleen Cuevas will produce the film and has brought it to the Cannes Film Festival's Producer's Network as part of the Filipino delegation, which is sponsored by the Film Development Council of the Philippines.
Separately, Rein Entertainment is bringing on filmmaker-producer Quark Henares as a partner. Henares previously served as head of originals, Philippines for Amazon MGM Studios and oversaw Globe Telecom's studio businesses. His producing credits include films recognized at Sundance, the International Emmy Awards, and Venice. In his new role, he will contribute to development, packaging, strategic partnerships, financing, and positioning projects across markets.
Why this Matters to You
If you are interested in international cinema, this development may signal a new wave of ambitious Philippine films reaching global audiences. The Cannes Producer's Network is a key platform for securing international financing and partnerships, which could lead to more high-profile Filipino projects being produced and distributed worldwide. For fans of genre films, particularly horror and thrillers, 'Obosen' appears to blend folklore with contemporary themes, potentially offering a unique cinematic experience.
What's Next
'Obosen' will be presented at the Cannes Film Festival's Producer's Network, where it may attract international co-producers and financiers. With Quark Henares joining Rein Entertainment, the studio's existing slate of projects may gain stronger positioning in both local and international markets. The studio's forthcoming projects, including a limited series collaboration, could see accelerated development.