“Horror is like a rollercoaster ride, it mirrors us as human beings,” says Kenneth Dagatan, the film director behind the Philippines’ first scary film to premiere at the Sundance’s Midnight Section. On Crazy Smart Asia, Dagatan shares with Tatler Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei his philosophy of horror beyond cheap thrills, the joy of directing with playfulness and why nothing scares him more than the realities of adulthood.Timestamps: 00:33 Meet Kenneth Dagatan: Filipino Horror Film Director01:34 Quick Fire Questions with Kenneth02:42 Kenneth's Favorite Horror and Non-Horror Films03:56 The Art of Atmospheric Horror07:11 Balancing Creativity and Adulthood08:50 Kenneth's Early Influences and Education12:48 Discovering Filmmaking in University14:10 The Journey of a Filmmaker21:51 The Role of Extras in Films24:58 Challenges of Filmmaking in the Philippines25:36 Background Talent and Acting Aspirations26:42 Success of 'In My Mother's Skin'29:13 The Journey of Making a Horror Film34:34 Differences in Horror Across Cultures37:39 Creative Process and Challenges44:23 Upcoming Projects and Advice47:10 Final Thoughts and Farewell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.