Isang Dekada Na!, 3rd "Indie" pendent's Day & 1st Death Anniv. of Ka Elmo!
2007-08-04 13:00
2007-08-04 23:59
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2005 (FIRST PINOY INDIES)
"INDIE" PENDENT'S DAY PRESENTATION
(A Collection of Independent Films)
A Special Celebration for the month of Independent Filmmaking
Organized by:
Titus Brandsma Center Media Program
DATE AND VENUE:
July 9, 2005 (1-3 PM)
Titus Brandsma Center
24 Acacia St. Brgy. Mariana, New Manila, Quezon City Call for more details:
7266054 (Jofti)
Visit: www.pelikula-titusbrandsma.ph
For its 8th anniversary, pelikula@titusbrandsma takes pride in presenting its first-ever all-Filipino film lineup in support of independent filmmakers, and its second Media and Spirituality forum.
THE SCHEDULE:
1:00 pm - Six short films from new filmmakers
3:00 pm - 'Takaw Tukso" (integral version of the multi-awarded '80s classic)
5:30 pm - Sprituality in Scriptwriting forum (2nd in the "Media & Spirituality" series)
3:00 pm - 'Takaw Tukso" (integral version of the multi-awarded '80s classic)
5:30 pm - Sprituality in Scriptwriting forum (2nd in the "Media & Spirituality" series)
THE SHORT FILMS:
The short films, most of which will be screened for the first time in Metro Manila, showcase a refreshing, interesting mix of varied forms, styles and themes from an emerging crop of young talents from various parts of the country:
SHIT HAPPENS
(2005, 15 mins.)
By Nich Retz Perez
A comic philosophical take on the meaning of life and the metaphorical pieces of shit of existence. Features a broken-hearted imaginative student and an enigmatic Philosophy professor (Peque Gallaga).
PUSONG LIGAW, PUSONG HILAW
(2005, 7 mins.)
By Rene Durian
A visual elegy to wayward loves and mistaken romances at a turning point in the beloved's life, set to classical music by Puccini.
DICKY
(2005, 14 mins.)
By Neil Colangco and Lorena Martinez
A zany tale played in broad comic strokes about a young man's psychological and physical dilemma, as gender confusion rears its perplexed head and rampaging hormones take no prisoners.
BUOG (SLEEP)
(2004, 34 mins.)
By Rommel 'Milo' Tolentino
(2004, 34 mins.)
By Rommel 'Milo' Tolentino
A beguiling, moody escapade of a boy and his new friend, cavorting under the sun by the seashore and by a lighthouse that holds its own secrets. A subtle film on one of today's social concerns.
HUNAS / LOW TIDE
(2005, 14 mins.)
By Emilio Montelibano Jr.
An adventure film about four youths waiting by the seaside, presented in a maverick style that suits the story's masculine sensibilities and touching on another timely subject matter.
SALOME
(2005, 14 mins.)
By Remuel Gellegani
A heartwarming documentary on a single mother's daily struggles to support her family, told from her point of view and by persons around her. A fine example of grassroots filmmaking, produced by homegrown talents in the municipality of Guimbal, Iloilo.
2nd Media & Spirituality Forum:
SPIRITUALITY OF SCRIPTWRITING
The SPIRITUALITY IN SCRIPTWRITING (Scriptwriting as a Form of Storytelling) is the second of the Media and Scriptwriting forum series. Featured guest sharers are screenwriters Armando Lao ("Takaw Tukso," "Itanong Mo sa Buwan," "Sana Pag-ibig Na," "Pila Balde," "Tuhog", "La Vida Rosa") and Chris Martinez ("Bridal Shower," "Bikini Open").
DATE AND VENUE:
July 9, 2005 (3 -7 PM)
Titus Brandsma Center
24 Acacia St. Brgy. Mariana, New Manila, Quezon CityCall for more details:
7266054 (Jofti)
Visit: www.pelikula-titusbrandsma.ph
THE FEATURE FILM:
TAKAW TUKSO
(1986, 150 mins.)
Screenplay by Armando Lao
Directed by William Pascual
(1986, 150 mins.)
Screenplay by Armando Lao
Directed by William Pascual
A psychosexual chamber piece that takes a piercing look into human behavior, this remarkable gem of a film is distinguished by its sharply-written script, subtle direction, superb characterization and richly-textured production design. Jaclyn Jose, Anna Marie Gutierrez, Julio Diaz and Gino Antonio star as four friends caught in the complexity of their own libido and relationships.
With some scenes missing during its last public screening in Pelikula at Lipunan 1998, the film will be presented in its integral version, courtesy of Director William Pascual, who will be in attendance.
Winner of six major Urian Awards in 1986: Best Picture, Director, Screenplay, Actress (Jaclyn Jose), Supporting Actress (Anita Linda), Production Design.
Acknowledgments: Ultravision Films, Mowelfund Film Institute and Negros Summer Workshops.
2006 (2ND PINOY INDIES)
For its 9th anniversary, Pelikula@TitusBrandsma takes pride in presenting its second all-Filipino lineup in support of independent filmmaking. The film-screening and dialogue session is scheduled on Saturday, August 19, starting at 1:00pm.
ADMISSION IS FREE. Venue is at the Audio Visual Room (AVR), 2/F, Teresa of Avila Bldg, 28 Acacia St., Bgy. Mariana, New Manila, Quezon City (right beside Titus Brandsma Center at 24 Acacia Street). For more info, call Bituin (726-6054), Maxie (evenings only, 751-1169), Nerissa (295-3328) or Eric (364-7955). Email pelikula-titusbrandsma-owner@yahoogroups.com
--------------------------- 4:30 pm - FEATURE FILM: "SA AKING PAGKAKAGISING MULA SA KAMULATAN" (94 mins.) by Ato M. Bautista -------------------------------- 1> "THE WITNESS" (9 mins.) by Jurly Maloloy-on Jr. 2> "HAUNTED" (2004, 8 mins.) by Jerrold Tarog 3> "CARPOOL" (2006, 10 mins.) by Jerrold Tarog 4> "TAWIDGUTOM" (2005, 3 mins.) by John Torres 5> "LOVE AND GLANCES" (2004, 4 mins.) by Jerrold Tarog 6> "TIMBANG LATA" (2003, 15 mins.) by Herbert M. Navasca 7> "METAMORPHOSIS" (2006, 9 mins.) by Lawrence Fajardo 8> "NXT" (2006, 15 mins.) by Manny Montelibano 9> "KULANG" (2006, 9 mins.) by Rodolfo Paclibar Jr. 10> "{PP1017} LISPONG TERORISTA" (2006, 8 mins.) by Fred L. Rebadulla II 11> "THE BALLAD OF MIMIONG'S MINON" (2005, 35 mins.) by Jobin Ballesteros 12> "ORASYON" (2006, 30 mins.) by Rommel 'Milo' Tolentino -------------------------------- "SA AKING PAGKAKAGISING MULA SA KAMULATAN" What happens when dormant emotions explode into awakened brutality? Such is the theme of UNE BLOC's first independent film project, a full-length digital The story unfolds one night when a docile and cowardly teenage student is The main cast includes Carlo Aquino, Ketchup Eusebio, Cholo Barretto, Empoy Marquez and Luane Dy, with Lito Pimentel, Bodgie Pascua, Archie Alemania. Released several months prior to the onslaught on the local film scene of Awards/Nominations: Acknowledgments: The individual filmmakers; Sinebuano; Negros Summer
THE SCHEDULE :
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1:00 pm - SHORT FILMS: Award-winners and representative works from various parts of the country:
"THE WITNESS" (9 mins.) by Jurly Maloloy-on Jr.
"HAUNTED" (8 mins.) by Jerrold Tarog
"CARPOOL" (10 mins.) by Jerrold Tarog
"TAWIDGUTOM" (3 mins.) by John Torres
"LOVE AND GLANCES" (4 mins.) by Jerrold Tarog
"TIMBANG LATA" (15 mins.) by Herbert M. Navasca
"METAMORPHOSIS" (9 mins.) by Lawrence Fajardo
"NXT" (15 mins.) by Manny Montelibano
"KULANG" (9 mins.) by Rodolfo Paclibar Jr.
"{PP1017} LISPONG TERORISTA" (8 mins.) by Fred L. Rebadulla II
"THE BALLAD OF MIMIONG'S MINON" (35 mins.) by Jobin Ballesteros
"ORASYON" (30 mins.) by Rommel 'Milo' Tolentino
THE SHORT FILMS :
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A distraught student reports a crime to the police, leading them to a
discovery.
Two siblings would rather go out and party than stay at home to look after
their autistic sister. But avoiding this boring chore isn't the only reason why
they want to get out of the house.
The film revolves around two girls, one guy and a referee -- a spinning love
triangle with a Darwinian twist.
Somber introspection and rapid fire editing of found and organized footage
create one of the most heartbreakingly beautiful video poems about waiting for a loved one. [First episode of the "Otros Trilogy"; winner of Best Short Film,
2005 Cinemanila International Film Festival; official selection, various
international festivals.]
The film is a ditty on fickle hearts and the little games that people play.
While rehearsing at home, a gay entertainer uncovers a boy hiding inside a
cabinet. [In competition, Best Short Feature Narrative, 2003 Eksperimento Film
Festival.]
A group of cross-dressers paint the town red in this latest video exercise
from the 2006 Gawad Urian awardee for Best Short Film ("Kultado").
A student resorts to dire measures to ease her way through life, even as a
blind cousin waits for her.
A man is a silent witness to a hot couple in bed.
Amid political unrest, a policeman's abused wife suffers from insanity and
goes through her mundane routine.
A burnt out folk singer experiences the streets and its inhabitants when he is
displaced from work and home. [Winner of Crystal Piaya Award, 2006 Negros Summer Workshops/Open Competition; in exhibition, 2006 ASEAN Film Festival.]
A religious widow's vulnerabilities are stirred at the arrival of a nosy,
meddling housemaid. [Winner of Best Short Feature, 2006 Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival.]
THE FEATURE FILM :
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(My Awakening From Consciousness)
(2005, 94 mins.)
Directed by Ato M. Bautista
picture that takes a realistic glimpse of the Filipino youth in the gut of
Manila's urban gullies. It tackles socially related-issues surrounding the
intersecting lives of marginalized ordinary Manile�os. Presented in a staggered vista of correlated events, the movie explores the day-to-day survival of the characters and their broken dreams, pent-up anger and abnormal sexuality. The film conveys its message powerfully in a daring and unapologetic way -- using street lingo to its fullest.
mauled by street toughies on a drinking spree who release their sadistic energy. While the student lies unconscious on the pavement, the group continues drinking as if nothing happened. Some neighbors try to intervene, but reluctant to get fully involved, back out later. How the story ends as the night progresses is anybody's guess.
digital features from Cinemalaya, Cinema One Originals, Cinemanila and other
digital filmmakers last year, this film is the directorial debut of Ato M.
Bautista from a screenplay by Shugo Praico, with cinematography by acclaimed director of photography Odyssey 'Odie' Flores (Magnifico, Naglalayag, Ilusyon,Dilim), editing by Richard Barnett and original score by Achilles Gonzales.
These same people together with co-producers Jason Donato, Alfred Molo, David Buenaventura, Cedric Hornedo, Ivan Despi, Simon Malimban, Holland Lou Buela and Rosel Manahan-Cello are the young filmmakers behind UNE BLOC, the team that despite the odds decided to go for broke to independently produce what critics have called a "unique shock-cinema of international standards" that reminds us of the early works of Scorsese & Coppola.
2006 Urian Awards -- (win) Best Supporting Actor-Ketchup Eusebio; (noms) Best Screenplay, Best Actor-Carlo Aquino. 2006 Golden Screen Awards (to be announced Aug 30) -- (noms) Best Performance by an Actor/Drama-Carlo Aquino, Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role/Drama, Musical or Comedy-Ketchup Eusebio, Breakthrough Performance by an Actor-Cholo Barretto.
Workshops.
Next Attraction: 3RD "INDIE" PENDENT'S DAY, 10th Anniversary of pelikula@titusbrandsma & Parangal kay Ka Elmo (Aug. 4, 2007, 1pm onwards)
featuring short films, short documentaries, MTVs of any genre
This isn't in anyway compulsory but any kind of food/drinks contribution to our 10th anniversary potluck treat would be most welcome.
Update: Movies to be screened
Posted by Pelikula Titus at the UPFI yahoogroup:
SHOWING THIS MONTH: Aug. 4, 2007, 1pm onwards
pelikula@titusbrandsma: 1sang Dekada Na!, 3rd "Indie" pendents' Day & 1st Death Anniv. of Ka Elmo! Come & Celebrate.
FREE ADMISSION
* For the filmmakers. Pls invite the cast & production staff involved in your film/s.
* This isn't in anyway compulsory but any kind of food/drinks contribution to our 10th anniversary potluck treat would be most welcome.
Where to find us:
Titus Brandsma Center
24 Acacia St. Brgy. Mariana, New Manila
Quezon City
pelikula@titusbrandsma is a free montly film screening with dialogue that features fine samples of world cinema. It's an offering of the Titus Brandsma Center-Media Program under the auspices of the Carmelites in the Philippines. This montly event is aimed at giving a meaningful experience for film enthusiasts.
For inquries/confirmation, Call Bituin - 726-6054 (O), 4191490 (R), Maxie (0919-4411877).
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SEQUENCE:
AWARENESS (DISASTER/HEALTH/CRISIS)
WITHOUT WARNING (2006, 10 mins.) by Corey Mayne, Ryan Stone. Produced by Karen Lacampuenga (Filipina) (Ontario, Canada)
Inspired by the 1965 Psalm Sunday tornado outbreak as well as several other true tornado facts and encounters, two tornadoes rip through a small town while the residents scramble for cover.
Nominated, Media Arts Awards 2006 � Best Visual Effects; Best Audio, 2nd Year People's Choice
HOPE FOR POMPE, Documentary (2007, 10 mins.) by Phil. Society for Orphan Disorders
Filipino patients born with rare disorders are "orphaned" by society. They suffer from social abandonment because of lack of existing network of support to aid them. Medical help is illusive under the conditions of the country's health priority.
REAL, QUEZON LANDSLIDE, MTV (2004, 5 mins.) by Bro. Arnulfo Alindayu, Ocarm. (Titus Brandsma Center)
BUNKER 0: SUMIRIB PLUS, Documentary (2006, 10 minutes) by Jan Philippe V. Carpio (Iloilo)
The film shows a series of moments involving the people of Sitio Sumirib, Barangay La Paz in the municipality of Nueva Valencia, province of Guimaras, one of the areas most affected by the massive oil spill from the sunken tanker Solar 1 chartered by the Petron oil corporation. The film focuses more on their thoughts and feelings regarding this man-made ecological disaster, and the actions they are taking to somehow cope with very difficult times ahead. Bunker 0: Sumirib Plus is the first in a series of films concerning the Guimaras Oil Spill disaster.
Screened as part of the Independent Filmmaker Cooperative's "Guimaras: Short films from the Oil Spill" Festival, November 2006
LIFE PROJECTIONS (2006, 4 mins.) by Raya Martin
"A video wants to be a film, as the world's second biggest oil spill just happened in the heart of the filmmaker. A large group of Filipino filmmakers responded with a short film to a disastrous oil spill in their island nation. This talented filmmaker instinctively avoided a political pamphlet and went straight for the emotional core of the matter. He found that core in his heart, as he writes himself." -Gertjan Zuillhof, International Film Festival Rotterdam
TUBIG (Water), MTV by Zone One (Zone One Tondo Organization in cooperation with Bread for the World
Water and Business. Where did the water go?
YOUTH/STUDENT/THESIS WORKS
PANAKOBA (Child Scarer) (2007, 15mins.) by Michael Allan S. Canlas (Colegio de San Juan de Letran)
The film revolves around Ramwen, a specialist in scaring children and known to be the best in the business. Everything goes well until an Indian Urban Legend brings back his own childhood fears.
This is the first film that deals with the "Panakoba" or "Panakot Bata" -- the Filipino version of the Boogeyman. A child rearing practice in the Philippines, kids are made to follow orders thru the use of imaginary characters. Given the prevalence of boogeyman tales across cultures, it may have an evolutionary origin as a mechanism for protecting young children from becoming vulnerable to predators by wandering away at night. Boogeyman may be said to target a specific mischief � for instance, a boogeyman that persecutes children who suck their thumbs � or just general misbehavior
4th Indie Un-Film Interschool Digital Video Competition, March 2007, De La Salle University- Manila - Best Featured Film and People's Choice Award; Official Selection, Indie Mapua Film Festival 2007, March 2007, Mapua Institute of Technology-Makati; Nice Shorts � The home of premiere short films ( www.niceshorts.com.au), May 2007 Sydney Australia
PARA SA KABATAAN (2007, 15mins.) by Felinda Bagas (dv8 productions, Inc.)
A school boy from a poor province is determined to have an education, despite all the hardships he has endure. His diligence lands him the task of reciting a poem, Sa Kabataang Pilipino by Dr. Jose Rizal, at his school's Foundation Day celebration.
The night before his recitation, the school boy meets a wounded insurgent, a rebel with an important assignment to carry out. An unlikely camaraderie � kindled by their common knowledge of the poem � forms between the school boy and the rebel. They soon find out, however, that one's task goes out against the other's, that one's hope is against the other's ideologies, and only one of therm will survive in the crossfire.
ESTROPA, Documentary (2007) by Michael Galang and Sheryl Rose Andes (UP Film Institute)
This documentary on teenage rappers residing in Tondo focuses on how these individuals articulate their existence, environment and sentiments through the literature that they create. Though these rap songs are considered informal, unacademic and dismissed as just "pop culture", these Tondo rappers are nevertheless engaged in the producing of historical texts about life in the slums, gang wars, love and their own personal lives that of which "bourgeois-like" texts cannot give justice to.
ABC 5's "Dokyu (June 1, 2007); CineKatipunan and was screened at the Mag:Net Cafe last July 17.
KWERDAS (String) (2007, 11 mins.) by David Redulfin Corpuz (UP Film Institute)
Tagline: "Sapat nga bang nararamdaman lang ang musika?"
It is music that both binds and detaches Angel to two of the most important persons in her life: her mentor who painstakingly teaches her to play the violin despite her disability; and her lover who's been accompanying her in the darkest hours. While we traverse the paths Angel takes, we question ourselves the impact of music that can't be heard.
LETRATO (2007, 11 mins.) by Grace Simbulan (UP Film Institute)
A young woman's obsession that ended tragically.
Negros Summer Workshops 2007, an entry in the Crystal Piaya in Negros - Best Musical Score. Nominated, Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Editing, Best Script, and Best Director.
LUNES NG HAPIS (2007, 12 mins) by Nick Joseph Olanka (UP Film Institute)
Virgie, an elementary school teacher, and Ismael, the captain of the troop assigned to infiltrate the rebels, are lovers in the midst of a military offense in Filomena. Every Monday they meet and make love passionately and violently. One day, due to the disappearance of Virgie's student's father, she falls into the situation to choose between her love for Ismael and her love for her community.
Official Selection, CON-CAN Online Movie Festival 2007, Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan
FILIPINO MIGRANT WORKERS
THE CALLING (2006, 13mins.) by Christopher Gozum (Cavite)
A Filipino migrant worker, who works at a factory in South Korea to provide for his family in Antique province, Philippines, sees in his dream his late grandmother who calls him to return to the Philippines in order to continue their family tradition of healing. From the next day, strange things happen to him and he wanders the city of Pusan following the voice that haunts him.
13th PUSAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (Sept. 2006 , South Korea ); Cine Katipunan at Magnet Caf� in Quezon City
KUNYANG (Maid), Documentary (2006, 22 mins.) by Vivian N. Limpin and Ma. Kathrina S. Lore�os (Cainta, Rizal)
The face of the domestic worker in Hong Kong is that of a Filipina. These are their stories, told in their own voices.
Winner, Asian Freedom Film Festival 2006, University of Cebu Banilad, Cebu City
Screenings:
Asian Freedom Film Festival on Women and Migration, December 15, 2006, SMT Seminar Room, Miriam College, Quezon City; Ika-19 Gawad CCP para sa Alternatibong Pelikula, February 15, 2007, Dream Theater (Tanghalang Manuel Conde) Cultural Center of the Philippines; LILA (Linangan sa Imahen, Retorika, at Anyo), Multimedia presentation for Ortigas Foundation, March 24-30, 2007, Ortigas Bldg., Mandaluyong City; Women in Cinema (Film 183), class of Professor Carol Bello, July 10, 2007, Ishmael Bernal Gallery, Cine Adarna, UP Film Institute
WOMEN FILMMAKERS
ANINAG (Light's Play) (2004, 15 mins.) by Rianne Hill Soriano
Isabel, a blind girl who journeys in a dream world formed through the emotions she feels, shortly plays with her new mystical friends "Saya" (Happiness) and "Pag-asa" (Hope). But soon, she is succumbed by her negative thoughts of becoming alone. Her life becomes endangered. And the question is: "how would she overcome her fear, helplessness and depression in this struggling situation?"
A film grant from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts; Kodak Emerging Filmmaker's Grant; Indiemand: The 1st Pi Omicron Independent Film Festival 2005; Cinema Purgatoryo 2005; Pelikula at Lipunan Film and Video Festival 2005; Gawad CCP Para sa Alternatibong Pelikula at Bidyo 2005; New York Filipino Film Festival 2005; Official Selection to UNESCO's E-Platform and Creative Content; Clermont-Ferrand Short Film Market 2005; New York International Independent Film and Video Festival 2005; Roswell Public Library Film Event 2006 (Atlanta, Georgia); Louis Vuitton Hawaii International Film Festival 2006
WALANG PARAISO (No Paradise) (2007, 23mins.) by Ivy Tayag Baldoza
Hipolito, a highly-strung businessman discovers his wife's infidelity and decides to have her killed. Three years later, the killer-for-hire named Dagis returns to Hipolito with news that his wife is alive and out to get him.
BABAE (WOMAN) (2005, 20 mins.) by Sigrid Andrea P. Bernardo (NCR)
Babae (Woman) is a coming of age story of two women set in the city slum community beside railroad tracks. They became bestfriends, shared dreams and eventually started a family when a child accidentally entered their lives. Inserts of Real stories of women and a man gives color to this black and white film. a mixture of drama, comedy, musical and fantasy that will surely touch your heart.
Babae (Woman) ....... Bestfriends....... Soulmates....... One Journey......
Awards:
Winner, 2005 Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival Short film category - Best Director; Winner, 2005 Festival Internazionale di Cinema Gaylesbico e Queer Culture di Milano - Best Short Film; Cinemalaya Top 6 Finalists in the Short Film Category, Philippines; Nominated, 2066 GAWAD URIAN - Best short film category, Philippines
Official Selection and Screenings
2005 New York Independent Film and Video Festival , New York , USA; 19th Singapore International Film Festival 2006; New Fest , New York U.S.A. , June 2005; New York Filipino Film Festival , New York , USA , June 2005; Courtisane International Festival for Short Film Video and New Media festival; Second Naossea International Short Film and Video Film Festival , Greece May 2005; 2006 Pesaro Film Festival 2006; Pink Apple Schwullesbisches Film Festival Zurich Switzerland 2005; Winner, 19th Festival Internazionale Di Cinema Gaylesbico e Queer Culture Di Milano ; 2006 Imageout Rochester Lesbian, Gay and video Film Festival; 2005 Frameline29 San Francisco International LGBT Film Festival; 2005 Feminale Taiwan, Asian, lesbian film and video festival; 29th San Francisco International LG Film Festival , USA June 2005; Assean Lesbian Film and Video Festival Taipei , Taiwan August 2005; Ex Cinema GayLesbic Barcelona Spain , October 2005; Verzauben International Queer Film Festival , Germany , November 2005; Budapest LGBT Festival 2005; 2005 Indianapolis LGBT Film Festival 2005; Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival , Philippines July 2005; GABRIELA women's group Philippines 2006; Pink Film Festival Philippines , June 2005
DRUG ABUSE
DUROG (2007, 22 mins.) by Tara Illenberger (GiantSponge Production)
Running low on cash and eager for a quick fix, JunJun scores some homemade drugs from his dealer, the effects of which are alien to him. When the new maid arrives to work for the family, JunJun finds himself drawn to the mysterious woman. As the days unfold, Alya reveals to him a dark secret; and he realizes too late the potent and dangerous power of the drug.
In Competition (Short Film Category), Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival 2007
LIWANAG SA DILIM (2007, 20 mins.) by Lawrence Fajardo. Produced by Philippine center for Substance Abuse Management.
A story of a typical societal problem tackled in an atypical manner, Liwanag sa Dilim captures man's inner struggles with himself and the echoing noise of his conscience. Stalked by his own shadow, the character gets embroiled in a plethora of emotions obscuring his ability to make sound, life-changing decisions.
Man is besieged with seemingly endless travails yet life's paradox brings about a metamorphosis�. Come reckoning time, he realizes that only through proper discernment is he able to breakthrough, redeem himself, and triumph.
In Competition (Short Film Category), Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival 2007
VISAYAN FILMMAKERS
IMPEN (2005, 8 mins.) by Noriel M. Jarito (Northern Samar)
Based on the short story "Impeng Negro" by Rogelio Sicat . Impen is a teenager raised in slum who fetches water for a living. He lives with his mother who doesn't work anymore. She has lost self-confidence and is ashamed about her past, so she feels better staying inside their house than socializing. The surrounding is a picture of poverty and depression.
In Competition: 19th CCP Independent Film and Video Competition (Philippines) Feb. 13-16, 2007
ANG PAGBABALIK (HOMECOMING) (2007, 13 mins.) by Publio Briones III
A middle-aged woman returns to her hometown to verify the death of her estranged mother only to find herself reexamining the reasons that drove her into exile for the past 25 years.
2nd overall winner at the Gawad Cultural Center of the Philippines Center of the Philippines Para Sa Alternatibong Pelikula at Video (February 2007); Best regional entry at the Gawad Cultural Center of the Philippines Para Sa Alternatibong Pelikula at Video (February 2007)
RHYTHM IN UNISON, Documentary (2007, 5 mins. ) by Jerrold Tarog
RHYTHM IN UNISON is a film piece that attempts to capture the frenetic pace of the Sinulog festival. Like perfectly choreographed street dancers, the film melds rhythm, dance, movement and imagery into one joyous entity.
Grand Prize, 2007 Sinulog Video Documentary Competition
AWARD-WINNING FILMMAKERS
PUTOT (2006, 20 mins.) by Jeck Cogama (Cavite)
A young boy who takes care of his mentally ill father while struggling a living selling shellfish at a squatter colony by the sea. He forms a tentative friendship with Mayang, a young girl with secrets of her own.
Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival 2006, Philippines - Best Direction; In competition, 2006 Clermont- Ferrand International Short Film Festival, France; In Exhibition, 2006 Louis Vuitton Hawaii International Film Festival, Hawaii; In Exhibition, 2007 International Jordan Film Festival
APAK (Barefeet) (2006, 6 mins. ) by Milo Tolentino
A poor boy with no slippers dreams of playing tumbang preso � a game of hit-the-can.
In Exhibition, Cinemanila International Film Festival 2006
SI PEPE AT ANG MGA BULAKLAK (The Boy Who Loves Flowers) (2007, 3mins) by Milo Tolentino
A boy gets bullied and abused for his love of flowers.
One of the ten short films commissioned by UNESCO, France, for its podcast series project. It joins films from Mozambique, Kenya, Nigeria, Guatemala, Italy, Mexico, India, Iran and Pan-Africa.
It is set to premiere in India August 2007, and later, released in DVD and podcast platforms by the UNESCO, France.
UWANG UWANG : THE HERMIT CHRONICLES (3mins.) by Milo Tolentino
A trilogy of experimental shorts showcasing a surprising ensemble cast.
ANG MANGHUHULA (2006, 2 mins.) by Adolfo A. Alix, Jr.
A day in a life of a fortune teller (Luz Landicho) in Quiapo. She predicts others people 's life not knowing what will happen to her.
Demo reel for Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival 2006
LONG LIVE PHILIPPINE CINEMA! [2007, 6 mins] by Raya Martin
Mother Lily is a Filipino Chinese producer who monopolizes the local film industry. And the only way to keep Philippine Cinema alive is to kill her. "Yes, a cinema to be proud of, yet the cheer is full of irony. The history of Filipino film isn't treated with so much respect?. A burlesque, harsh satire about the mistress of Philippine film production, the Chinese-Filipino producer Mother Lily. She is hated and feared, but nobody can get round her. Fortunately this young film maker has thought up an adequate solution to keep Philippine cinema alive. Mother Lily is not a metaphorical invention. She really exists - for now." -Gertjan Zuillhof, International Film Festival Rotterdam.
PARANGAL KAY KA ELMO
NICE (2007, 5 mins.) by Nerissa Picadizo
A music video about the yearning for love and the want to be love in return.
Starring the late Elmo Redrico and featuring the song NICE of "Delakrus", the story gives us a look at the bile of loneliness piercingly tainted with sadness.