Filmmaker Jerrold Tarog Returns to Horror with 'Knock Three Times'
Renowned director Jerrold Tarog is set to helm a chilling psychological horror film titled 'Knock Three Times', courtesy of CreaZion Studios. Based on Filipino urban folklore, the movie tells the story of a young woman who discovers her mother's involvement with an ominous antique mirror, which becomes the catalyst for a descent into madness.
Tarog returns to the horror genre after his successful psychological thriller 'Bliss'. The project earned him finalist status at the ATF x EST N8 Horror Pitch 2025, paving its way towards wider international distribution.
In discussing the film, Tarog highlighted its core emotional resonance. According to him, "horror is most powerful when grounded in human vulnerability." He aims to convey how trauma can lead us to confront forces beyond our control.
Produced by filmmaker-producer Real Florido alongside RJ Agustin, 'Knock Three Times' takes its cue from a childhood ritual involving mirrors and candles that Tarog witnessed during Manila's frequent power outages. Inspired by this experience, the film delves into the mysterious world of Filipino folklore to create an intimate atmosphere filled with cinematic tension.
CreaZion Studios has engaged with international distributors and investors following the ATF pitch, solidifying its commitment to global storytelling while staying true to its roots in the Philippines. By merging universal themes like fear and family with a rich cultural context, 'Knock Three Times' is poised to transcend borders and captivate audiences worldwide.
Renowned director Jerrold Tarog is set to helm a chilling psychological horror film titled 'Knock Three Times', courtesy of CreaZion Studios. Based on Filipino urban folklore, the movie tells the story of a young woman who discovers her mother's involvement with an ominous antique mirror, which becomes the catalyst for a descent into madness.
Tarog returns to the horror genre after his successful psychological thriller 'Bliss'. The project earned him finalist status at the ATF x EST N8 Horror Pitch 2025, paving its way towards wider international distribution.
In discussing the film, Tarog highlighted its core emotional resonance. According to him, "horror is most powerful when grounded in human vulnerability." He aims to convey how trauma can lead us to confront forces beyond our control.
Produced by filmmaker-producer Real Florido alongside RJ Agustin, 'Knock Three Times' takes its cue from a childhood ritual involving mirrors and candles that Tarog witnessed during Manila's frequent power outages. Inspired by this experience, the film delves into the mysterious world of Filipino folklore to create an intimate atmosphere filled with cinematic tension.
CreaZion Studios has engaged with international distributors and investors following the ATF pitch, solidifying its commitment to global storytelling while staying true to its roots in the Philippines. By merging universal themes like fear and family with a rich cultural context, 'Knock Three Times' is poised to transcend borders and captivate audiences worldwide.
tarog's back at it again and horror fans are gonna LOVE him some suspenseful vibes in 'knock three times'. can't wait to see the mirror scenes tho 
they're already giving me THE CREEP 
what i love about horror movies is how they can tap into our deepest fears on a primal level, like tarog said "horror is most powerful when grounded in human vulnerability" 
gotta keep an eye out for this one, trust me 
! I've been missing Tarog's style of psychological thrillers since 'Bliss'. The idea of using urban folklore as inspiration is genius, it adds this depth to the movie that makes you feel like you're experiencing the culture firsthand. And I love how he emphasizes human vulnerability in horror, it's so true. The fact that it's set in Manila during power outages takes me back to those crazy days and I can already imagine the creepy mirror scenes 
. Can't wait for this one!
. The idea of an antique mirror being a catalyst for madness is so unsettling... it just shows how powerful human vulnerability can be in storytelling, right? 
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"oh great, another horror movie about mirrors because that's not been done before... seriously though, I'm curious about this one tho! Tarog's last film was pretty well received so fingers crossed he can make 'Knock Three Times' just as chilling 
. also, it's cool to see Filipino urban folklore being represented on the big screen - gotta love a good cultural nod 
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. might b some intrestin visuals tho...
I'm literally SOOOO hyped for this new movie 'Knock Three Times'!!! Jerrold Tarog returning to horror is like, the best news ever 
! CreaZion Studios is doing an amazing job with this film, from its eerie atmosphere to its thought-provoking themes 
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. And honestly, who wouldn't be freaked out by an antique mirror? 
Tarog's emphasis on human vulnerability is really interesting - it sounds like he's going for a more psychological approach rather than just jump scares 
and tarog said horror is all about human vulnerability i feel like that resonates soo much w/ me right now 
but honestly im not a fan of the sound of mirrors being creepy lmao what r u guys most excited for? 
. I mean, who wouldn't want to explore the darker corners of our minds and the world around us? 
. It's not just about some creepy mirror or supernatural being – it's about how our collective fears are shaped by our experiences, our relationships, and our very humanity. If this film can tap into that emotional resonance, I'm more than ready to dive in 
"The truth is rarely pure and never simple." This new horror movie sounds super creepy! Grounding it in human vulnerability will definitely make it more relatable and unsettling at the same time