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--== McEphie ==--

Just wait a moment, okay?

I’ll be finished soon.

Here you go.

Isn’t rice porridge your favorite?

It’ll warm up your tummy.

You haven’t eaten anything yet.

Leony!

Please, get out of there.

Accept that Bea has been long dead.

Leony!

Just eat your food.

Don’t mind Bebang.

Yes, she’s really loud.

Leony, come out!

Yes, Bea.

I won’t leave you.

Remember? I told you at the hospital…

“I won’t ever leave you.”

Don’t worry, Bea.

We’ll be together soon.

Wait for Mama.

My daughter.

Leony!

Anybody! Help!

Help!

Help, anybody!

Bravo! Bravo!

You were brilliant!

I was moved.

Until now, I am still teary-eyed.

- Everyone is great. - Thank you so much.

The tech, the lights, the music.

The actresses— everyone was so good.

- Thank you so much, Dean. - Thank you, thank you.

What is it, Dean?

I’m looking for the girl in white dress.

She was fantastic as well.

I believe she was the representation of Leony’s deceased child.

Because she was constantly circling her on stage.

We’ll be together soon. Wait for Mama, Bea.

Class, did you know,

before we were conquered by the Spaniards,

the art of theater was already alive?

It was alive because our ancestors were practicing it.

In dances, rituals,

and songs dedicated to their gods or “anito.”

This is what we call indigenous drama.

Sandra, we're taking Tatang to the hospital tomorrow.

His cough is getting worse.

- Catherine, - Sis?

it's been two weeks. And you haven’t even told me?

I didn't know either, sis.

What do you mean you don’t know?

Where have you been all this time?

The reason why you’re there is to look after Nanang, right?

I also have a lot of projects to do, I'm doing my thesis too.

Anyway, I will just send you money.

Check it. Confirm to me once you receive it.

Yes, sis.

And if Tatang needs to be hospitalized,

just take him.

- Okay. - Alright?

- Let me know. - Yes, sis.

Alright, Goodbye.

- Okay. - Bye.

- Sandra. - Yeah?

Come with us.

Let’s have some lunch.

I have to pass.

I don’t have extra money left.

Just come.

It’s my treat.

Your treat? Really? What’s the occasion?

My contract was renewed.

Let’s go? We won't take long.

Okay. Let me just leave this at the faculty office.

Then, let’s meet in front?

Okay, but don’t take too long.

- Yes, I’ll be quick. - Do it fast!

Of course, you’ll be treating me!

[chattering]

- Sir, can you take a picture of us? - Sure.

Here.

One, two, three, smile.

Let’s take another one, ma’am.

- Alright, one more time. - Let’s do a wacky one.

One, two, three, smile.

Here you go.

- Thank you! - Thank you, sir.

Congratulations, Jenny.

Congrats!

You deserve it.

You know what, I am really happy for you.

But I am happier because I get to eat free today.

Thank you so much.

By the way, Sandra.

When is your renewal?

You were just ahead of me by four months, right?

So, I guess, maybe in two months?

If it’s Sandra, for sure she’ll be renewed.

You know, I just wish when we get renewed, there will be a pay raise as well.

As far as I know, there is.

Dean Francisco is reasonable.

And don’t you worry, you’re her favorite.

That’s not true at all.

She’s indeed a favorite.

Because she doesn’t say no to anything,

even impossible tasks.

- She’ll do it. - Yes.

You are over-exaggerating it. It’s nothing like that.

I guess, it’s just difficult to land a job these days.

And besides, I have to provide for my family back home.

Let’s eat!

Dean Francisco, where are we going?

Selmo, this is Miss Gimeno.

Selmo is the utility person assigned here.

Hello, Selmo. Just call me Sandra.

Selmo, please open Socorro Hall.

Do it now!

Let’s go.

This is

Socorro Hall.

It’s a bit dusty.

But it’s still good and functional.

It has been five years since we last used it.

You mentioned in your job interview

that during your college days,

you were the president of your theater group.

Yes.

To be honest, theater has been my first love.

Actually, if I am not teaching here,

I’d still probably be doing theater.

That’s good to hear.

Maybe Socorro Hall will be your new home.

That is, if you would be willing to accept my offer.

What is it, ma’am?

So the chairman tasked me

to rebuild the official theater group.

The old Sinag Diwa.

So, I’m looking for the most patient person

to lead the group.

I think I’m talking to the perfect person right now.

Ah.

Really?

Why not?

Can you do it?

Of course, Dean. I can do it.

That’s good to hear.

I never expected a no from you.

So, I think it will be better

to recruit the new members of Sinag Diwa first.

Okay, Dean.

Selmo will take over from here.

He knows more about Socorro Hall

than me.

Welcome to your new home.

I’ll take my leave.

Thank you, Dean.

Follow me.

Florante,

I am glad to have met you.

I hope…

To get to know you more.

Where could I find the Adarna Bird?

Don’t you recognize who I am?

I am

Doña Victorina delos Reyes de Espadaña!

Sinag Diwa?

Sandra, you should not have taken that up.

And why not?

- Come on, let's go! - We’ll go ahead, you take care.

- All the best. - Come quickly.

- Thank you. - Come on!

Hi, Dean.

Sandra.

How’s the auditions?

It’s going great.

I’m making flyers to give away to the students.

Good.

Next month, we’re doing Kabuki.

So boys, prepare yourselves because you will turn into onnagata.

Ma’am!

Yes. If you read your curriculum, it’s there.

Since we are already talking about theater,

did you know that Sinag Diwa

is the name of our school’s official theater group?

Next week, we’ll be holding auditions.

If you are interested or you know someone who is,

auditions will be open next week.

Those at the back, we only have one line!

One line only.

What’s your name?

Marita.

What are you doing today—

Miss Gimeno, I’ll be the one auditioning!

- Okay, go ahead. - Yes!

Hi! I’m Elizabeth.

You can call me Ellie.

Hi. I’m Lee.

In my previous school and in our church ministry,

I’m always the stage manager.

We’re only doing the interview. Why do you look like you’re already acting?

I am Dianne.

I don’t plan on performing on stage but

I’m good at practical arts.

You can recruit me for

design.

My course is Computer Engineering.

I'm Mark.

Why would you join Sinag Diwa?

Honestly,

me and my friend are just hanging out here.

Hi, Ma’am. I’m Joey from Civil Engineering.

And, well,

Mark already mentioned why we are here.

So, you’re just wasting my time here?

No, Ma’am.

I’m good at music production.

Hi! I’m a chorale member in my previous university.

Oh, I’m sorry.

My lighting is wrong.

You dimwits!

Where are they?!

Why did you let them leave?

Alms, alms. Alms.

Can you...

Can you spare me some bread?

Goodbye…

Goodbye, my love.

Sorry, but what are you doing?

If ever you need someone to play a tree?

Next.

I can’t bear it.

I can’t ever lose you.

You’re my student, right?

Yes, Miss Gimeno,

from BA Advertising and Public Relations.

Are you here for the audition?

I’d like to. Is it still open?

Of course. Go ahead.

I’m Cristina.

Ever since I was young, I liked theater.

Are you still doing theater?

When I turned 14, I lost my self-confidence.

Awkward years, so I stopped. I’m starting over again now.

Okay.

Let’s see if you didn’t turn rusty.

Who said that the world only belongs to beautiful people?

And by the way…

Who has the right to judge who is beautiful or not?

Come on!

Grow up, guys.

We should stop looking at the physical appearance.

What matters most

is the kindness of the heart.

Wit,

skill, and talent.

So to those who are telling me I will not succeed—

just wait for it.

Because I promise you.

One day,

I’ll reach the top.

That was beautiful. Is that from a previous play?

Actually, I wrote that myself.

Based on my personal experiences.

Cristina,

always remember that you are beautiful and good.

Thank you, Ma’am.

I needed to hear that.

And don’t you worry.

Because here at Sinag Diwa,

we will surely acknowledge you.

Does that mean I'm in?

Yes.

See you at the General Assembly.

Thank you.

Selmo, thank you for watching over.

No problem.

Ma’am.

Here’s your duplicate key for Socorro Hall.

- Thank you so much, Selmo. - You're welcome.

If it’s okay to ask...

how long have you been maintaining Socorro Hall?

Yes, ma'am.

Since Dean Morales’ time,

I have been keeping watch here at Socorro Hall.

Don’t worry.

We’ll be doing it together from now on.

You don’t know what you’re talking about.

I’d just ask one thing, Ma’am Sandra.

Don’t let anybody enter Socorro Hall alone.

And why is that?

Be wary of Marita.

Marita?

I think I heard that name somewhere…

Ma’am Sandra,

maybe it’s better if you go ahead first.

Okay. I’ll be going now, Selmo.

- Be careful on your way home. - Thank you.

And thank you for the key.

No problem.

Take care.

Hello, Sinag Diwa.

Hi, Ma’am Gimeno!

Ma’am Gimeno is too formal.

When we’re outside Socorro Hall,

you will call me Ma’am Gimeno.

But once we’re inside, just call me Sandra.

Besides, our age gap is not that big.

Can you reveal your age, Ma’am?

- Oh?! - I mean, Sandra.

Or maybe you can reveal your skin care secrets, please!

Gosh. I don’t think I have one.

Just sleep.

Besides, I’m just in my 20s.

This is my first teaching job, so I’m still fresh.

Slay, Miss Sandra!

I like this group’s energy.

Anyway, we don’t have that much agenda today.

Let’s just get to know each other more.

And I just really want to welcome you all

here at Socorro Hall.

This will be our new home.

We will create happy memories here and wonderful theater productions.

Let’s help each other in reviving Sinag Diwa.

Because in Sinag Diwa...

Together, we can do anything.

Excuse me, Sandra.

Yes, Ellie?

I have a suggestion.

Sinag Diwa sounds so old.

Can we make it sound younger like,

Sinag Diwa 2.0!

- Right? - That’s great!

Actually, it’s nice. We can do it. It has a nice ring to it.

Do you all agree?

Yeah!

Okay, let’s go! Sinag Diwa 2.0!

I also want to introduce to you to Selmo.

That’s Selmo.

We’ll be helping him in taking care of Socorro Hall.

Say hi to him.

- Hi Selmo! - And by the way…

Is anyone here named Marita?

Marita?

Maybe you have a friend or you know someone?

Marita?

No one?

Are you sure?

Uh...

That’s okay, guys.

Our new home is a bit old.

So, I guess our afternoon will be busy now.

We’re just going to clean up. Okay?

Let’s go, guys! Stand up!

Let’s go, Sinag Diwa!

- Where is the broom? - Slay, let’s get it!

So, do you already have an experience in theater?

Yes, I do. But it has been so long.

I’m starting over again.

I acted in TV and movies.

Really?

Von, can you mix this up?

- What is it? - This one. Hurry.

What is that thing?

Go ahead. Stir it. There you go.

Have you seen the TV series, “Promise, Cross My Heart”?

Is that the one starring Nadine?

That’s right! I was there!

I was the classmate sitting behind her.

Don’t you recognize me?

It aired a long time ago.

I can’t seem to remember it.

Oh. Okay.

How about you, Dianne?

What?

Have you seen the TV series, “Promise, Cross My Heart”?

I don’t really watch TV.

You’re so corny.

What do you even watch then?

True crime documentaries.

Oh. Dark.

Oh!

You know, Dianne.

- I like those too. - Geez....

- Really? - Yeah. I watch it to make myself sleepy.

For real?

Have you seen that one about the girl who was abducted

- outside her school? - Was that released recently?

- I just watched it last night! - Really?

I got really scared with that one.

Same.

I feel like I'll be sleeping together with whatever I watched that time.

Mix it well. There.

- Hurry! - Is this enough?

Calm down.

Don’t be so serious, it’s just a prank.

Stop it already.

He’s having an asthma attack.

Sorry. We didn’t know you have asthma.

Shall I bring you to the clinic?

Don’t bother!

I can handle this!

What happened?

Ask them!

Hey! What happened to you?

It's because of them, Ma'am

I wish they told me they don't like me.

Instead of bullying me.

I quit, Ma'am!

You two are demons!

Hey, just relax.

No, ma’am.

I’ll just bid you good luck.

They shouldn’t make jokes like that.

What?

Do you know what happened with them?

No, miss.

No idea.

Sinag Diwa 2.0, I brought food for you.

But—

those two bullies...

Come with me first.

Let’s go.

Alright, I will listen to you.

Ma’am, we’re sorry.

It was my idea alone.

This is our way to get close with other people.

We do it through jokes.

He was not a sport.

So, was that their fault?

Oh. No, ma’am.

We’re sorry, ma’am. We won’t do it again.

Okay, so what did you learn?

Pranks aren’t for everyone.

We’re really sorry, ma’am.

What did I say earlier?

We’re really sorry, Sandra.

We’re sorry, Sandra.

It’s okay, you don’t have to apologize to me.

And besides,

we're a family here at Sinag Diwa 2.0.

I will treat you as my family.

And in this family, there is no bullying.

Even you two, I don’t want you to get bullied.

So,

go get some food before it’s all gone.

Go ahead.

- Come on, let's eat. - Get some here.

It's delicious. Here.

- Thank you. - There’s more here.

- Hey, let me have some. - I’ll eat all of these.

- Hey, we didn't get yet. - Come and eat.

It's delicious!

Give me some.

- Thank you! - Let's eat!

That's okay.

Sinag Diwa 2.0!

This is Fiona.

She will facilitate your workshop today.

Fiona also facilitated our workshop

when I was in my college theater group.

Inhale.

Exhale.

Boys!

What are you laughing at? Focus!

Look far away.

Inhale.

Exhale.

If it’s for you, Sandra,

for the love of theater, even for free, I will do it.

Please behave.

Do it together with your partner.

I want you to remember, guys.

That performance is about coordination.

Okay, good job.

Curtain.

You're doing great, Cristina.

Let’s give her a round of applause.

Mark, you’re next.

Go on, let it out.

Let it all out!

Go on.

And curtain!

Good job. Good job, Mark!

Okay.

Now, what I need is for you to control your emotions, okay?

Breathe in.

Breathe out.

Okay.

Okay?

Let’s give Mark a round of applause.

Now, guys, we can have a 15-minute break.

Okay?

Relax.

Where is your bathroom, by the way?

- Just turn left there. - Oh, okay.

Okay, guys. Good job.

- Thank you, Miss. - 15-minute break, okay?

Miss Gimeno.

I passed by Socorro Hall earlier.

I saw the students. They’re already having their workshop.

Yes, Ma’am.

- They’re doing their workshop today. - That’s good!

That’s very good.

How are you?

Is there a problem?

Nothing at all. I guess...

I’m just tired. I’ll just rest later.

You’re diligent.

I like your spirit.

But I think you should keep your strength up for the coming days.

Why do you say that?

The Chairman was pleased with your first production.

He wants to do it next month.

I said yes already.

You can do it.

After all, by next month,

I will be deciding on your renewal.

Okay, Ma’am.

What a bummer.

How do I do this?

What a hassle!

Who’s there?!

Oh my god!

What happened?

Guys, what happened here?

Will no one say something?

Lee.

Cristina.

Mark? Joey?

What did you guys do?

What are you talking about, Miss?

Fiona left.

Okay.

I know her.

She won’t just leave without a reason.

Unless...

Unless, you pissed her off.

Was that us?

Maybe we offended her?

But, Miss.

They didn’t do anything.

It’s the two of you again?

I thought we already talked about it.

Guys, we’re not getting any progress!

I told you, didn’t I?

Do not joke inappropriately!

If this is all a joke to you...

Just leave! We don’t need you here!

I don’t need another burden!

I already have a lot on my mind. Please, don’t add on to it.

If for you,

this is just an organization,

We’re just friends, it’s all for fun,

Well, for me, it isn’t.

Because I could lose my job.

I gathered all of you

because I thought

we could build a happy family.

I agreed to be your instructor

even though I know it’s going to be difficult.

Because the job will be tough.

But I accepted it...

Because, at least,

I will be doing something worthwhile.

Something that makes me happy.

Theater.

All of you.

I think it’s better if Joey and I will just leave.

We’re sorry.

We apologize for all we did.

No one has to leave.

If you could swear,

this won’t ever happen again.

Okay.

Let’s do it this way.

I’ll be responsible for Mark and Joey.

It won’t happen again.

Right?

Please forgive me as well.

You know I grew up in theater, so I tend to overdo things.

Over-acting.

That's true.

At least now, the issue was solved.

We’re okay again.

Stop crying.

I have some good news for you.

We have our first theater production.

But the bad news is…

The college chairman wants to see it in three weeks.

In three weeks?!

Yes. Can you do it?

If we’re together.

So, the title of our play

is “Justice Is Not Blind.”

This story is about Helen.

She was a rape victim.

This play will tackle how she would

face her powerful abuser in court.

I will direct the play.

And of course,

our Helen will be Cristina.

Slay, girl!

Mark.

You will play Vice Mayor Reyes.

You will be Helen’s abuser.

Hey! That role fits you perfectly!

Are you nuts?

Ellie, you will be Attorney Serrano.

You are Helen’s attorney.

But your character

is two-faced.

Oh my gosh! This will be challenging! But thanks, Sandra.

You’re welcome.

Dianne.

You will be responsible for the stage design.

- And - Joey.

I need your music skills.

And of course, our stage manager would be Lee.

The rest of you will complete the production staff

and the technical.

What can I do against the Vice Mayor? He can pay anyone.

What can I do against the Vice Mayor?

He can pay anyone.

Take care! Goodbye!

Here.

Vice Mayor, what are we doing here?

Guys, pass your papers.

Time’s up.

We were volunteers for the foundation of Vice Mayor Reyes.

We are municipal scholars.

We are required to come.

The vice mayor asked me to come into his office.

Oh! We were volunteers for the foundation of Vice Mayor Reyes.

Cristina.

Sandra.

Are there people inside?

There is none.

Are you done with your midterm exams?

Yes.

That’s good.

Do you want to practice?

- Okay. - Let’s throw some lines.

Okay. Curtain.

What can I do against the Vice Mayor?

He can pay anyone.

If no one would speak up,

the wickedness of the Reyeses will never end.

I’m with you in this battle.

But I’m scared, Attorney.

We are going against powerful people.

Here, I guess you could stand

back to back from Attorney.

But I’m scared, Attorney.

We are going against powerful people.

Helen, trust me.

I will protect your family.

Attorney Serrano.

Why are you helping me?

I know how

it feels to be oppressed.

Is that why you became a lawyer?

Okay, maybe we can go...

to the scene where

you would discover that Attorney is only using you for her campaign.

Okay, curtain.

Helen,

I can explain myself.

You got this all wrong. I am not using you.

All of you. You just used me!

You devils.

Can you tone down your delivery?

Less anger. Be calmer. Just reserved.

Remember, Helen’s character is very reserved.

Okay, again.

All of you.

You just used me!

You devils.

Cristina, you don't have to...

I can do this.

Mark! Mark!

Marita's angry!

Mark, Mark!

I’m Sandra! Mark?

Mark? Selmo, help me, please!

Mark?

So, what did you really see?

I don’t know.

I’m not sure.

But she’s a woman.

Wearing white?

So I wasn’t seeing things.

That’s Marita.

I’m a member of a horror fanatics group.

Recently, I stumbled upon this post from an alumnus.

Here.

Selmo,

who is this Marita? Is there something that I should know?

Marita was a good actress.

The audience was always clapping for her.

When she leads a production, everyone would be looking forward to it.

But,

as time went by,

New and better actors arrived.

Bit by bit, Marita’s star was outshined.

Looks like we’re complete now.

We’re going to produce a new play entitled “Ana.”

And the one who will play the role of Ana

is no other than

Flor.

Let’s give her a round of applause.

That can’t be.

You can’t do this to me!

[whispering, chattering]

Marita did everything just so the lead would be given to her.

Director?

She even used her body.

But…

She was still rejected.

Marita felt...

She was just taken advantage of.

I don't know, the show must go on.

She can’t accept that there could be someone who can replace her.

That is why,

She performed a scene

that would etch in the minds of her audience.

I can feel

my last day.

The end of me!

She hung herself in front of the audience.

She’s dead!

- Call an ambulance! - Help!

Quickly!

According to other sources,

it's scary when you see Marita

but her face is scarier

when she's furious.

Did we make her mad?

Socorro Hall is really haunted.

Does Sandra know?

Even if she knows it or not, it’s not a problem, isn’t it?

We can’t cancel the play now.

Sandra’s job is on the line.

Yes, you’re right.

We should have a buddy system.

We can’t be alone inside Socorro Hall.

Can’t be too careful.

Is that why Socorro Hall was closed?

Is that why Sinag Diwa was disbanded?

I was there that night,

the last play of Sinag Diwa.

Yes, Bea.

I won’t leave you.

I told you at the hospital, right?

I won’t ever leave you.

Don’t worry, Bea.

We’ll be together soon.

Marita never left the stage.

Wait for me, my child.

Leony!

Her soul never rested in peace.

She gets angry when another person would play the lead.

Oh no! Help us! Sinag Diwa!

Sinag Diwa! Help!

Help!

- Help! - Call the police!

Now that you know the story of Marita,

think of the children’s lives.

Ma’am Sandra,

I’m begging you.

Don’t continue with your plans.

Helen.

Where were you the night of November 26th last year?

We were volunteers for the foundation of Vice Mayor Reyes.

We were municipal scholars.

That’s why we were required to attend.

The vice mayor called me into his office.

It was late in the evening.

I really wanted to go home.

But he wouldn’t let me leave.

But he wouldn’t let me leave.

I told him…

“Please have mercy on me.”

I told him…

Lee!

Stop feeding me the lines. I have it memorized!

Are you okay?

Lee, please go backstage.

Okay.

There. Lee isn’t here anymore.

Are we good, Cristina?

Yes.

Let’s pick up where we stopped earlier.

Curtain.

I told him…

I said, “No, Vice Mayor!”

Have mercy on me!

Have mercy on me! Please stop!

Are you okay?

What are you doing?

Cristina.

Cristina, why? What's the problem?

I can’t focus, Miss. I’m sorry.

No, that’s okay. It's fine.

It's okay, it's okay.

It's okay, it's fine.

You’re probably tired.

All of us here are exhausted.

Guys.

Guys, let’s do a company call.

Call the people backstage.

Joey! Come down here.

Maybe… we’re all just tired.

Let’s take a break for the day. Would that be good?

Because the next day,

we need to do our technical dress rehearsal.

Save all of your strength. Get some sleep.

Be sure to get some rest.

Can we do it?

Yes, we can.

Again. Can we do it?

Together, we can do anything.

Okay, good job, guys. Very good.

Miss Gimeno, you’re right on time.

Look at this, it’s marvelous. I had it made ready.

We have a lot of advanced sales from different colleges.

Many are excited to see your play next week!

Dean. I actually wanted to tell you

that we might not make it next week.

What do you mean by that?

Did you know what happened to Marita?

Why, what happened?

Is she bothering you?

Selmo. Come here to Socorro Hall. At once.

Dean, I haven’t actually been--

Then, there is no problem?

Ma'am.

Selmo, what kind of nonsense are you feeding Sandra?

Selmo, don’t meddle with Sinag Diwa.

Unless you want to lose your job.

Leave.

Miss Gimeno, Marita’s just an urban legend.

Made up by old people, just like Selmo.

Fear the living, not the dead.

And fear the possibility of being jobless by next month.

I understand, ma’am. We can pull it off by next week.

Good. That’s the correct mindset.

Remember this. The dead can do no harm.

Sis?

Can you show me Tatang?

Tatang.

Get better soon, okay?

I’ll come back home, remember?

We’ll see each other again, right?

Sis.

Tatang's very ill.

Sis, the doctor wants us to be prepared.

At any moment, Tatang might die.

Sis, his hospital bill is blowing up.

No matter the cost, I’ll pay it.

As long as Tatang lives.

Marita.

Marita.

Marita!

Show yourself to me!

You know, Dean Francisco really told me the truth.

You are not real!

You’re just made up!

You are not real!

And you know what else is not real?

You. You are not real because you’re already dead!

Did you know that?

You are dead and washed-up! You’re irrelevant!

Sandra! Are you taking your own life?!

I already told you! Don’t come in here alone!

You don’t know what you’re doing!

Then why can you do it, Selmo?

Do you know how we can get rid of Marita?

Do you know how?

If I only knew, I would’ve done it a long time ago.

That’s it, then. You don’t know.

I have a much bigger responsibility

than my fear of Marita.

Selmo, you don’t know

how much I could lose. You have no idea.

You’re selfish.

If it’s only your life at stake, it’s fine.

But you are also risking the children’s lives here.

Dean Francisco was right.

Selmo, what is your position here again?

Janitor?

Your job is to clean, right?

You are paid to do that.

You should be good at that.

Not at meddling in people’s lives.

In my life!

Raise that panel as well. Dianne,

please help Jordan take up that panel.

Okay.

- There. - Please, lift it up.

Just be careful, it might fall. And please secure this as well.

- Okay. - Who else is there?

At the spotlight?

Can you turn the spotlight center-stage?

And Lee, can you stand-in for Helen, please?

Beam.

That’s good, but take it down a little bit.

No, higher. Higher. That’s it.

That’s perfect.

...for all the women.

Abused and voiceless...

Oh my gosh. I forgot my glasses at the other dressing room.

Wait for me here, Cristina.

Ellie be quick, okay?

I’ll be real quick.

This isn’t just my fight.

This is the fight of every woman that was abused,

taken advantage of, and...

Where's Ellie?

Doors open, then go from there.

It’s alright, Joey. Cut the music.

That was good. Fantastic.

Okay, guys.

In ten minutes, we’ll have our technical dress rehearsal, okay?

Joey, okay?

Help!

I just want to apologize to all of you.

Because I insisted on pushing through even though there is a spirit…

that is getting in our way.

I apologize because…

I was being selfish.

Because you are all aware that if I can’t make this play happen,

I will lose my job.

So if you would choose to quit,

I would understand. I really would. It’s okay.

I’ll just tell Dean that we can’t really do it.

- Let's go. - Come on, hurry up.

We’ll do it.

Joey and I will stay.

Of course, no one gets left behind.

I handle the props alone anyway,

Okay, count me in.

Thank you so much.

I promise you, no one will be left alone.

Sinag Diwa.

2.0!

- Can we do it? - Together, we can do anything.

Sandra.

Vice Mayor, what are we doing here?

My mother is probably looking for me. I’ll go ahead.

You can go home later.

We’ll be quick.

Hey…

Please, no.

Are you okay?

Hey, are you okay?

Hush now.

- Please don’t. - Are you okay?

Hey.

Cristina?

Cristina?

Cristina?

- Cristina, wake up. - Don't sleep, please.

What kind of production was that?

Why did an accident happen?

If anything happens to my daughter, we’ll meet you in court!

Sir, let's talk about it first.

- Speak! - I'll get to the bottom of this.

- You're so irresponsible! - No, no sir, we're taking care of it.

We'll investigate.

I’ll leave Cristina to you.

Okay, Auntie.

Thanks.

Cristina, please wake up.

Let’s go to church. So she’ll have a faster recovery.

Why don’t we invite Sandra at the Novena?

You know her. She's probably blaming herself for what happened.

Ma’am Sandra is innocent.

Can I still visit Cristina?

She became a victim of Marita.

Just like Cristina…

many others became victims of Socorro Hall.

Yes. This show is fantastic,

and the students are great. I’m sure you will enjoy it.

- Do you think so? - Stay here for a bit.

Alright, honey. I’ll wait for you here.

Yes, just wait here. I’ll be right back.

Just a moment.

Sure.

Don’t worry, Bea.

We’ll be together soon.

Leony!

Help!

Sinag Diwa!

Help, Sinag Diwa!

Help!

Help!

Wena.

That night...

Nympha wasn't Marita's only victim.

But also my beloved wife.

Wena? Wena!

Help!

Wena? Wena!

That’s why I can’t leave Socorro Hall.

I can still feel her presence there.

My beloved wife.

Hey, Dianne! What are you doing here?

You look so busy.

- Guys. - Are you okay?

You won’t believe what I found out.

What’s that, Dianne?

Weird stuff again?

It’s getting late. I’ll get scared!

Ellie! Call it weird or whatever but it all makes sense now.

And this may help Cristina.

1987. There was a production done at Socorro Hall.

They didn’t know their prop gun was loaded.

An actor died.

Five years ago, Dean Morales

was found unconscious inside Socorro Hall.

I'm starting to get goosebumbs.

Wena, Selmo’s wife.

There are a lot of missing people last seen entering Socorro Hall.

Oh my god.

Why are you all still here? Rehearsals are cancelled.

We’ve known for awhile that Marita is haunting Socorro Hall.

But we still want to push through with the play for Sinag Diwa.

And also for you, Sandra.

And also for Cristina.

I was having second thoughts, but Cristina fought on.

Of course, I can’t just stay put.

Don’t blame yourself, Sandra.

We decided to continue the play ourselves.

That’s why we’re trying to find something that can help Cristina.

To all the victims of Socorro Hall,

there is one who could tell us what really happened.

Nympha. She was comatose for a long time but she was able to come back.

She was saved.

Let’s go upstairs.

Let’s go. We’re already over-break.

I’ll follow later. Let me just finish this.

- We’ll go ahead. - Sis, see you upstairs.

Nympha?

Who are you? How do you know me?

My name is Sandra.

I am the current adviser of Sinag Diwa.

That group is still active?

We revived it.

Good for you. Just be cautious.

I’ll go ahead. I’m over-break.

I know what you experienced at Socorro Hall.

Marita is haunting us again at the Socorro Hall.

I’ve forgotten all about it. Just ask someone else.

I have a comatose student now.

Wait for me after my shift.

Okay.

What’s her name?

Cristina.

Marita probably has a hold on her soul.

I have no idea how I got there.

When I woke up...

she was on stage.

Oh, how cruel your life was.

Let me soothe you through my embrace and kisses.

And her audience...

are all dead.

In that realm, she's the star, the one who's applauded.

I tried to escape...

when she wasn't looking.

I quickly left Socorro Hall.

I only managed to wake up once I was out of that place.

I was comatose for a few days.

I need to go to that place.

It’ll be dangerous.

You don’t know what could happen to you.

It’s better than doing nothing.

I can only think of one way to make it happen.

Marita, enough already.

The lives you've taken are more than enough!

Have mercy!

Your time is up!

As long as I'm here...

as long as I'm alive.

You won’t be taking anyone.

Selmo.

My love.

- I'm here. - Wena?

Wena.

- Wena. - Selmo.

- I love you. - Wena, my love!

- Wena. - I want to be with you.

Selmo.

Mark, Ellie.

You can both do warm-ups.

We’re resuming the rehearsal.

Sandra, what about Helen's role?

- I’ll do it. - What?

I know all the lines.

In live performances like this one, the show must go on.

Losing one member doesn’t mean we have to stop.

Are you serious, Sandra?

Yes.

So you better get up the tech booth.

Lee, you handle the lights.

Guys. Move now.

Don’t you have trust in me?

We still have something we need to do, don’t we?

What are you doing? Let’s go!

- Come on. - Let’s go.

We can do it.

We’re together.

If anything should happen to me…

Call a priest immediately.

Yes, Sandra.

Okay.

Helen.

Where were you the night of November 26th last year?

Run the play.

You must be the lead.

I was a volunteer for the foundation of Vice Mayor Reyes.

We were municipal scholars.

That’s why we were required to attend.

That’s why we were required to attend.

The vice mayor called me into his office.

Vice Mayor Reyes called me into his office.

It was late in the evening.

I wanted to go home.

But he won’t let me leave.

But he won’t let me leave.

Help me…

Cristina?

Help me…

Sandra!

I’m sure she’ll show herself to you.

She’ll take you to her realm.

You’ll find Cristina there.

Sandra!

Sandra!

Call for help!

Mark! Mark!

Guys! Help me!

What happened?

Wena, Selmo’s wife.

And tons of missing people last seen entering Socorro Hall.

Cristina?

Help! Help us!

Get out of the way!

- Where did you get that? - Yeah, he's right.

I’m not the head of props for nothing.

It’s open. Aren’t you getting out?

This stage is my world.

In here,

I'm the most beautiful.

In here,

I am the most powerful.

While I’m here,

I could become anyone I want.

Cristina!

I am stronger

when I see your smiling faces.

All of your cries.

Get out of here.

Get out of here now.

All of your laughter!

Go on! Get out of here!

And above all else!

All of your applause!

Sandra!

Sandra!

Lord, we beseech thee.

This habitation and creature of thine.

And remove far away from Him

all the snares and assaults of the devil.

Let thy angels,

Michael, Raphael, and Gabriel dwell therein.

To preserve it in peace and from all unclean spirits.

And let thy blessings

be always upon us.

Selmo?

Cristina?

Let's help them.

Please, get out. Be careful.

Come, let's go.

Let's go.

Please take it slowly.

Here, please.

Sandra!

In the world of the living…

You are not the star!

You are someone dead who can just be forgotten!

That’s not true.

That’s not true.

Sandra!

Cristina!

Cristina!

Your show is over, Marita!

No.

You cannot do this to me!

Three… two… one.

Curtain!

If the souls you have stolen are gone,

you will be weak, Marita!

It’s over.

Guys! She just wake!

Sandra.

- Sandra. - Sandra.

Sandra.

Sandra!

Cristina?

Doc? Doc!

Nurse! Nurse!

My child.

Are you sure about this?

What’s your plan?

I guess I’ll wait nine days after my father’s death.

And then I will search for a job that…

will value me and my life.

If there is something that I have learned from Marita,

it’s finding the place, or the person

that would see my worth.

Not someone who treats me like an object.

Something that can be discarded whenever they want to.

If Marita should kill someone...

It should’ve been you.

And hopefully, from this day on.

Give importance to the children’s lives.

Your students’ lives.

- He treated us! - So, you'll treat us?

- I'm gaining weight with all this "treat." - I treated you back then!

So? You'll treat us right?

Sandra!

Did you tell her?

Yeah.

Slay!

- Our Sandra is really brave. - Sandra!

Let’s give Sandra one big clap!

Wow, you guys are totally in sync.

Amazing!

But to tell you the truth,

you guys are only thing I will miss in this whole place.

Won’t you see me out?

- Let's go, let's go! - I'd even walk you home!

- Where do you live? - I live in Pampanga, though.

That’s too far!