In the new animated film 'Forgotten Island,' Filipino mythology is the main character

NPR | By Debbie Elliott

Published September 20, 2026 at 6:26 AM MDT

Filipino mythology takes the stage in the new film 'Forgotten Island.' NPR's Debbie Elliott speaks to actress Lea Salonga, who voices the Mananngal.

Debbie Elliott

NPR National Correspondent Debbie Elliott can be heard telling stories from her native South.

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