Pinoy Indie Films

Tahanan Trailer

2012-01-21T10:45:00.000-08:00

BIGSHOT FILM FESTIVAL presents 'TAHANAN': Samantha Benitez (Lauren Young),a college student, goes on a journey to find inner peace in the company of orphaned children. As a young heart encounters different stories of hardships, twelve children teach Sam a great deal about love, courage and family. Directed by Krizzie Syfu. Starring Lauren Young with Mark Gil, Angelina Sparks Kanapi, Sabrina Man, Miguell Tanfelix and Khen Aldovino

Suntok sa Buwan Trailer

2012-01-21T10:43:00.000-08:00

BIGSHOT FILM FESTIVAL presents 'Suntok sa Buwan' by Bianca Catbagan and Jose Antonio de Rivera. Two boxers, one young and talented and the other aged yet passionate, prepare against each other in the bout that will define their lives. When a boy with everything to lose faces a man with nothing to lose in the ring, who will win the fight? Starring Daniel Fernando and Joem Bascon

'Jose Rizal The First Hero' Teaser

2012-01-10T05:26:00.000-08:00

A groundbreaking new documentary about the person, the legend, and the mystery that shrouds Jose Rizal. This documentary is a cinematic and utterly truthful presentation of the story of Rizal's heroism, like you've never seen before. Created by a team of young filmmakers dedicated to excellence and backed up by the finest historians with a passion for the truth. Jose Rizal: The First Hero will be available for private screening this 2012.

Directed by: Paolo Abella
Produced by: Jourdan Sebastian
DOP: Arvin Viola / Odyssey Flores
Written By: Christian Vallez, Jonathan Guillermo
Research Consultant: Joem Antonio
Production Design by: Nina Torres
Wardrobe of Jose Rizal by John Ablaza
Offline Editor: Micah Fernandez
Online Editor: Rye Dela Cruz
Colorist: Karla Bugayong

Produced in cooperation with Fluidpost and Bigtop

Di Natatapos Ang Gabi Movie Trailer

2012-01-06T15:49:00.000-08:00

'Di Natatapos Ang Gabi is a film by Ato Bautista starring Neil Ryan Sese, Mercedes Cabral, Sue Prado, Tyron Perez, Jay Aquitania and Roy Alvarez.

Cinemalaya 2012 List of Finalists

2012-01-06T10:50:00.000-08:00

NEW BREED CATEGORY

Ang Katiwala (The Caretaker) by Aloy Adlawan
Ang Nawawala (What Isn’t There) by Marietta “Marie” Jamora
Oros by Paul Sta. Ana and Obet Villela
Apparition by Vincent Sandoval / Darlene Malimas
Dayo (Alien) by Julius Sotomayor Cena
Diablo by Mes De Guzman
Lola Igna by Eduardo W. Roy Jr.
MNL 143 by Emerson Reyes
REQUIEME by Loy Arcenas
Santa Nina by Emmanuel Q.Palo

DIRECTORS SHOWCASE CATEGORY

Bwakaw by Jun Lana
Kalayaan (Wildlife) by Adolfo B. Alix Jr.
Kamera Obskura by Raymond Red
Posas by Jeffrey Jeturian
Mga Mumunting Lihim by Jose Javier Reyes

MMFF 2011: Haruo Movie Trailer

2011-12-21T15:39:00.000-08:00

Haruo Full Trailer from Carlo Francisco Manatad on Vimeo.

Adolf Alix Jr. teams up anew with Japanese actor/producer Jacky Woo in Haruo. This movie also stars Rosanna Roces, Perla Bautista and Roxanne Barcelo.

MMFF 2011: Pintakasi Movie Trailer

2011-12-16T04:02:00.000-08:00

The Metro Manila Film Festival 2011 recently opened a new segment called 'New Wave Section' which aims to focus on the rising independent movie scene.

Lee Meily's Pintakasi is one of the finalists for this year. The movie stars JM de Guzman, John Wayne Sace, Boots Anson Roa, Giselle Sanches, Alcris Galura and Erich Gonzales.

MMFF 2011: Dyagwar (Havey o Waley?)

2011-12-16T01:17:00.000-08:00

Comedian/Writer Ogie Diaz is now a producer! Here's his first independent movie venture, which luckily made it to the final cut of the Metro Manila Film Festival 2011 New Wave Section.

The movie is entitled Dyagwar (Havey o Waley?). It is a story of two body guards and their misadventures. This sex-comedy is led by Eric Frustuoso and Boom Labrusca. Also starring RR Enriquez, Marissa Sanchez, Bekimon and many more.

Crossroads Trailer

2011-12-04T09:09:00.000-08:00

Here's a new indie film that will surely make you laugh and think at the same time.

CROSSROADS is the new film of Bebs Gohetia in partnership with Commission on Population and Integrated Media. This movie tackles the current problems of the youth related to unwanted pregnancy, prostitution and drugs. Starring Mercedes Cabral, Aleera Montalla, Sue Prado, Felix Roco and Joseph Bitangcol with teen indie actors Zoe Sandejas, Yohann Alcantara, Christian Rainier Veron, Natasha Cabrera and Hannah dela Guerra.

The Rapist (Short Film Trailer)

2011-11-16T16:01:00.000-08:00

The Rapist is a 2011 short film written & directed by Diane Ventura. The film will be premiering at the 2011 Cinemanila film festival. Starring Cherie Gil & Marco Morales. Produced by Robert Lyren & Joee Mejias. Music by Ely Buendia

The Escort (Gay Movie Trailer)

2011-11-16T15:58:00.000-08:00

The Escort is the story of Karlo, a pragmatic sex worker who is one day awakened by love. From a story by Lance Collins, this film is helmed by indie blockbuster director Monti Parungao (Sagwan, Bayaw)

Cinema One Originals 2011: Di Ingon Nato (Not Like Us)

2011-10-27T09:12:00.000-07:00

“Not like us” or “Di Ingun na’to” is the story of far–flung villagers in a Cebu boondock and how they respond to a zombie infestation. Armed with their old age beliefs and practices, the narrative is a fresh take on the zombie genre and boondock sensibilities. Starring Rex Cortez and Mercedes Cabral under the direction of Ivan Zaldarriaga and Brandon Relucio.

Cinema One Originals 2011: Anatomiya ng Korupsyon Teaser

2011-10-23T09:10:00.000-07:00

Teaser for the film ANATOMIYA NG KORUPSIYON, finalist in the 2011 Cinema One Originals, starring Maricar Reyes and Sid Lucero. Adapted from the play by Malou Leviste Jacob, directed by Dennis N. Marasigan

Cinema One Originals 2011: 6 Degrees of Separation from Lilia Cuntapay

2011-10-21T01:08:00.000-07:00

We often see her in horror movies as the ultimate old white lady. She is also called as the 'Dakilang Extra of Philippine Movies'. Take a glimpse at the daily life of Lilia Cuntapay through the upcoming Cinema One Originals 2011 entry 'The 6 Degrees of Separation from Lilia Cuntapay, the very first lead role of the movie extra. Interviews and snippets from her past films are expected to be viewed in this docu-film under the direction of Antoinette Jadaone.

Cinema One Originals 2011: Ka Oryang

2011-10-21T01:04:00.000-07:00

Alessandra de Rossi plays the role of Gregoria dela Cruz a.k.a. Ka Oryang in the upcoming Cinema One Originals 2011 entry 'Ka Oryang'. It is a story of a young woman that witnesses the beginnings of a revolution during Martial Law. The movie is directed by Sari Lluch Dalena. Other cast members include Joem Bascon, Emilio Garcia and Che Ramos.

Cinema One Originals 2011: Cartas de la Soledad - Teaser

2011-10-19T08:36:00.000-07:00

Rashid Ali returns to his Maguindanao hometown after studying and working for more than 25 years in Barcelona, Spain. Idealistic, he dreams of using what he learned in Europe to improve the lives of his people. But nothing has changed since he left. Politicians remain corrupt, poverty is widespread, his people desperate.

Frustrated, Rashid retreats to a decrepit family house far away from town with Racma the housemaid as his only companion. Their only connection to the world is Andal the family servant who delivers their weekly rations and Anuk the postman. In seclusion Rashid writes to himself detailing the affairs of his day, combining his own experience and his opinion of the radio news everyday. These letters -written in Spanish— serve as Rashid’s memories, and his remaining connection to the Barcelona of his youth. The act of writing becomes a refuge until an imminent war threatens the serenity.

Cinema One Originals 2011: My Paranormal Romance Teaser

2011-10-14T13:30:00.000-07:00

Here's the teaser trailer of the upcoming Cinema One Originals entry 'My Paranormal Romance' under the direction of Victor Villanueva. It is a romance-comedy film shot in Cebu. The cast members include Phoebe Kaye Fernandez, Publio Brioness III, Van Roxas and Paul Jake Castillo.

Saving Sally Trailer

2011-10-10T18:00:00.000-07:00

Here's the trailer of the movie 'Saving Sally', a Filipino independent feature film starring Rhian Ramos (as Sally), TJ Trinidad and Enzo Marcos.The movie was originally topbilled by Anna Larrucea, but she backed out due to undisclosed reasons. Rhian Ramos shot some scenes for this film in late 2009. However, the people behind this movie project needs more help! Check out http://www.savingsally.com for more details.

Babang Luksa Official Trailer

2011-10-10T12:12:00.001-07:00

Precious Lara Quigaman and Angelika dela Cruz topbills the upcoming indie horror film 'Babang Luksa'. This is the first feature directorial job of Yuan Santiago set to be shown on October 26 in selected theaters. Also starring Luis Alandy, Ces Quesada, Roselle Nava, Joy Viado and Helga Kraft.

Ang Pakiramdam ng Puso Kapag Iniiwan Teaser

2011-09-30T10:31:00.000-07:00

Mark Shandii Bacolod directs another indie film. This time, it is a trilogy about break-ups with three lovely ladies representing each episode.

"Ang Pakiramdam ng Puso Kapag Iniiwan " stars Gee Canlas, Gerald Manangan, Cara Eriguel, Ava Jugueta, Wes Traje, Anika Tuico, Jhai'Ho, FILOGRAM, KINECTION and THE ELITE DANCE CREW.

Barako Official Trailer

2011-09-10T12:05:00.000-07:00

Here's the trailer of the gay comedy/sexy film called 'Barako' from Lex Bonife, starring Johnron Tananda, featuring Frederick Peralta & Afi Africa, introducing Miko Pasamonte, Marcus Aboga, Allan Stevens & Joyce Acorda, directed by Monti Parungao.

XDEAL Trailer

2011-08-29T12:14:00.000-07:00

XDEAL from elfardo on Vimeo.

Yet another sexy-drama is about to hit the cinemas this September! XDEAL, a film by Lawrence Fajardo tackles a different type of lovestory starring Paloma Esmeria, Jamilla Obispo and Jon Hall.

Here's the synopsis of the film:

Billy and Sara moved to an apartment unit next to Dana. After brief encounters, Billy falls for Dana. This despite enjoying wild sexual moments with Sara, a willing partner. Dana feels the same way, but she has her eyes fixed on someone else � Sara. The brewing desire for each other soon catches up with them, and an exchange deal becomes inevitable. The deal is for Dana to get her night with Sara. In return, Billy gets to sleep with Dana. True enough, Billy succeeds in convincing Sara to do it. Who gets the better end of the deal? Who ends up shortchanged? X-Deal treads the very narrow path that divides love and lust.

Ikaw Ang Pag-Ibig Trailer

2011-08-24T09:22:00.000-07:00

Award-winning Filipina director Marilou Diaz Abaya is back with the movie 'Ikaw ang Pag-ibig' set to be shown in theaters this coming September 14, 2011. This heartwarming movie stars Marvin Agustin, Jomari Yllana, Noni Buencamino, Shamaine Centenera and Ina Feleo.

Thelma Starring Maja Salvador (Teaser)

2011-08-05T14:35:00.000-07:00

Paul Soriano presents his third full-length indie film entitled 'Thelma'. It is a story of an athlete who is about to face some of her problems both in real life and in the track and field arena.

Topbilled by Kapamilya actress Maja Salvador, the movie also features Tetchie Agbayani, John Arcilla, Eliza Pineda, Sue Prado, Jason Abalos and Ms. Elma Muros.

SHOWING NATIONWIDE on SEPT 7,2011

Time Horizon Pictures presents
in cooperation with Abracadabra and Underground Logic
distributed by Star Cinema

Zombadings 1: Patayin sa Shokot si Remington Trailer

2011-08-04T14:39:00.000-07:00

Zombadings 1: Patayin sa Shokot si Remington is one comedy film with a touch of horror. This marks as Martin Escudero's biggest role in a movie. In fact, a lot of people showed their appreciation to Martin's talent as an actor as he played his character Remington very well.

Also starring in the movie are Eugene Domingo, John Regala, Janice de Belen, Daniel Fernando, Leandro Baldemor, Lauren Young and Mr. Roderick Paulate.

The movie will be shown in theaters by August 31, 2011.

So Much Pain, So In Love Official Trailer

2011-07-14T13:16:00.000-07:00

Mocha Uson stars in yet another Lesbian-themed film entitled 'So Much Pain, So In Love' with Anthea Roa Murfet. Also seen on the video trailer are Mocha Girls Mae dela Cerna (in her first lesbo love scene) and Jhane. The movie is set to be shown on September 2011. This movie is written and directed by Roland M. Sanchez

Cinemalaya 2011 Entry: The Natural Phenomenon of Madness

2011-07-05T13:40:00.000-07:00

The Natural Phenomenon of Madness
Directed by Charliebebs Gohetia

Two years after she was raped, a woman agrees to meet with her rapist in the beautiful ruins of Intramuros. As they have the same blood type, her rapist asks her to donate blood for his operation claiming this will lengthen his life and will give him ample time to seek redemption. The woman refuses to do so as she rediscovers she is still a victim of unrequited love towards her rapist.

Told in two separate perspectives, the story revolves around how the woman and man pick the pieces of their broken lives after the rape, meeting every so often at places that remind them of their past. They are confronted by the fact that they are both victims of each other: THE WOMAN struggles with loving no one but the man; THE MAN, struggles with his guilt knowing he can't love the woman the way she wants him to.

Cinemalaya 2011 Entry: Gayuma (Pilgrim Lovers)

2011-07-02T13:25:00.000-07:00

Cinemalaya 2011 Entry: Gayuma (Pilgrim Lovers)

Vim Yapan / Alem Chua Productions presents
An Alvin B. Yapan film

GAYUMA: Pilgrim Lovers

Starring Mercedes Cabral
Introducing Kalil Almonte
With Robyn John Reyes and Frank Peñones

In Bikol with English subtitles
Shot entirely in Bicol, Philippines

Cinemalaya 2011 Entry: Liberacion

2011-07-01T13:37:00.000-07:00

LIBERACION (LIBERATION)
Directed by Adolfo Alix Jr.

Makoto of the Japanese Imperial Army decided to go into hiding after the Japanese soldiers were defeated in 1945. In the dread of the forest, he decides to struggle despite efforts for him to surrender, thinking the war is not yet over. For a span of almost 20 years, he encounters different situations that will test his persona and his strength to his vow as a Japanese soldier.

Cast:
Jacky Woo, Mercedes Cabral, Suzuki Sadatsugu, Hideo Muraoka.

Production Company: Forward Entertainment.
Director/Writer/Editor: Adolfo Alix, Jr.
Executive Producer: Jacky Woo.
Line Producers: Maxie Evangelista III, Maan Dimla.
Director of Photography: Albert Banzon.
Production Design: Cyrus Khan.
Assistant Director: Benjamin Tolentino.
Sound Design: Ditoy Aguila, Junel Valencia.
Field Sound Recordist: Mark Locsin.

Cinemalaya 2011 Entry: Ang Babae sa Septic Tank

2011-06-17T16:35:00.000-07:00

ANG BABAE SA SEPTIC TANK by Marlon Rivera

Starring: Eugene Domingo, Kean Cipriano, JM de Guzman and Cai Cortez

Ang Babae sa Septic Tank chronicles a day in the life of three ambitious, passionate but misguided filmmakers as they set out to do a quick pre-prod at Starbucks, a courtesy call to their lead actress, Eugene Domingo, and an ocular inspection of their film’s major location, the Payatas dumpsite. Director Rainier, Producer Bingbong and Production Assistant Jocelyn are well-to-do, well-educated film school graduates who are dead set on making an Oscar worthy film. They believe they have a winning script, the energy and the drive to make their dreams come true. Like most filmmakers they know, they have devised a screenplay that will show the real essence of our culture: poverty. In the course of one day, they brainstorm and exhaust all possible treatment of their project: the story of Mila (Eugene Domingo), a mother from the slums, who out of desperation to survive, has sold her child to a pedophile. As they discuss the possible executions of the story, the movie-within-a-movie gets reborn in Jocelyn’s imagination several times. As a gritty no frills neo-realist film, as a glossy musical, as an over-the-top melodrama and as a docu drama using non-actors. For their last task of the day, they visit the dumpsite for the first time. As filmmakers gunning for authenticity, they get excited with the ”beauty” of the squalor around them. Soon enough, they are faced with reality as they come face to face with the real effects of their chosen subject. Babae sa Septic Tank is a comedy about misguided ambitions, the art of making art and the romanticization of poverty.

Cinemalaya 2011: NIÑO by Loy Arcenas

2011-06-17T16:26:00.000-07:00

Cinemalaya 2011: NIÑO by Loy Arcenas

Cast:

Fides Cuyugan Asensio, Shamaine Buencamino, Tony Mabesa , Raquel Villavicencio, Art Acuna, Diana Malahay, Joaquin Valdes and introducing Jhizhelei Deocareza

The once illustrious Lopez-Aranda family has faded. Celia, once the darling of Philippine opera, and Gaspar, a distinguished ex-congressman, lacked the shrewdness to maintain their once elegant status. Saddled with a failed marriage, a vanishing career and mounting debt, Celia sold her share of their house to Gaspar, now bedridden. She managed to stay for free in exchange for being Gaspar’s caregiver. Gaspar loves listening to Celia’s arias. This idyllic arrangement is shattered when he slips into a coma. His daughter, Raquel, comes home from the US, determined to sell the house to salvage her own economic woes abroad. This signals Celia’s impending homelessness. With only a few heirlooms to sell, she is at her wits’ end. A fervent believer of the Sto. Nino, she hopes for a miracle. She dresses up her grandson, Antony, in Sto. Nino robes to prepare him for the coming fiesta. She insists this will invoke a miracle that will awaken Gaspar and stop Raquel from selling the house. Antony’s father, Mombic, while processing his travel papers to work in Dubai, tries to strike a deal with Raquel in selling the property without his mother Celia’s knowledge. Merced, Mombic’s sister, reluctantly takes on the burden of taking care of Celia and a household sliding to ruin. The family members clash in a confrontation that reveals their weaknesses and their hopeless ideals. Mombic leaves his son to the care of his mother and sister, Merced, the only family member who quietly accepts her fate. As a final ditch to awaken Gaspar, Celia holds a tertulia, inviting her aging opera singer friends. They sing arias, oblivious to the ravages of time, crippled reminders of a glorious past. In the middle of a chorus, Gaspar quietly dies, sealing the fate of his sister and the mansion that once was called Villa Los Reyes Magos. Celia looks out into her once beautiful garden. She sees Antony, still in his Sto. Nino robe, playing in the garden, offering a little illusion of hope to a past that can never be rekindled.

Cinemalaya 2011: Cuchera

2011-06-17T13:31:00.000-07:00

CUCHERA by Joseph Laban

Based on a true story, Cuchera is about Filipino drug mules, drug couriers and their recruiters. It follows the story of Isabel, a veteran drug mule, in her first attempt at running her own drug transshipment operation between Manila and China. Isabel’s character is based on the story of an actual Filipina drug mule who was caught with eight capsules of heroin lodged in her sex organ, 48 in the rectum and 11 in her abdomen after an x-ray was conducted by Chinese authorities. Cuchera presents an accurate depiction of how some Filipinos end up becoming entrenched in the world of illegal drugs. Currently, the Philippines leads all Southeast Asian countries in the number of nationals arrested for drug smuggling charges in China. As of 2009, there are currently 95 Filipinos languishing in various jails in Chinese territories---four of whom are on death row. Violators include minors who enter China with fake passports.

Cinemalaya 2011 Entry: Bisperas

2011-06-16T15:40:00.000-07:00

BISPERAS (EVE)
BY JEFFREY JETURIAN

Synopsis:

The eve of Christmas, the Aguinaldo family’s residence is burglarized, causing its members to identify stolen items and uncover lingering sentiments they have hidden from each other. Amidst the tension brought about by the burglary, the Aguinaldo family realizes how treasured sentiments have been lost, relationships have evolved as they arrive from church at a house in shambles.

Major Credits: Cast:

Tirso Cruz III, Raquel Villavicencio, Julia Clarete, Jennifer Sevilla, Edgar Allan, Aryanna Santiago, Jen Donaire, Kimmy Maclang, Troy De Guzman

Cinemalaya 2011 Entry: Amok

2011-06-14T15:34:00.000-07:00

Cinemalaya 2011 Entry: Amok

Synopsis:

The bustling and sweltering rugged intersection of Pasay Rotonda serves as the main setting for this story of interconnected fate and destiny. As a raging man’s bullets strays into different directions, the fate of several different characters are sealed and determined. As the temperature rises, the tension escalates and the story unravels with unforgiving immediacy and explodes in the end as each one struggles to survive and escape their inevitable end.

Cinemalaya 2011: ISDA (Fable of the Fish)

2011-06-14T10:18:00.000-07:00

ISDA (Fable of the Fish) is another indie film from Adolf Alix Jr. Starring Bembol Roco and Cherry Pie Picache.

Cinemalaya 2011 Entry: Bahay Bata

2011-06-14T10:06:00.000-07:00

BAHAY BATA : Sarah is a nurse at a Public Maternity Hospital. The hospital is abuzz with pregnant mothers of all shapes and sizes in different stages of labor. The hospital is short on staff on Christmas Day so Sarah is forced to put in a double shift.

Sarah observes the women coming and going in her ward, noting who is a first-timer and who is a veteran. Meanwhile, the wards are over-crowded : two women and their babies sharing single beds while those in labor are spilling unto the hallways. Sarah takes these all in stride, her heart and mind laboring over her own personal pains.

Starring: Diana Zubiri, Yul Servo, Sue Prado etc.

Cinemalaya 2011 Entry: Ligo Na U, Lapit Na Me

2011-06-09T23:44:00.000-07:00

LIGO NA U, LAPIT NA ME is a sexy-comedy featuring Edgar Allan Guzman and Mercedes Cabral. It is based on the novel with the same title by Eros Atalia. The movie version is written by Jerry Gracio under the direction of Erik Salud.

Here's the summary:

Karl Vladimir Lennon J. Villalobos, aka Intoy, is secretly in love with his friend Jenny, the most beautiful girl in the campus. Jenny is rich and quirky; Intoy is street-smart and ordinary. But this friendship is not simple, since Jenny has bestowed on Intoy some perks and privileges, including going to bed with her on the condition that they will not fall in love with each other.

Before graduation, Intoy feels that he has to shed his pretensions of being astig and finally profess his love for Jenny. But he is devastated to learn that Jenny is pregnant. Worse, Jenny tells him: “Don’t worry, this is not yours.”

Based on the bestselling novel of Eros S. Atalia, Ligo Na U, Lapit na Me is an examination of post-modern love and relationship and the way this generation deals with their love and fear.

More information at LigoNaU.com

Cinemalaya 2011 Entry: Teoriya Trailer

2011-06-06T12:01:00.000-07:00

Actor/Politician Alfred Vargas is back in the Cinemalaya scene. He is the lead actor in the Cinemalaya entry Teoriya by Zurich Chan. It is a story of a balikbayan who went back to the Philippines to find out where his father was buried.

Also included in the cast is indie favorite Sue Prado

Cinemalaya 2011 Entry: I-Libings Trailer

2011-06-06T11:48:00.000-07:00

Director: Rommel Sales

Starring: Glaiza de Castro, Carlo Aquino, Earl Ignacio

I-LIBINGS – a dramedy about a funeral videography intern’s journey to the lessons and realizations on life and death.

I-libings is a relatively new funeral videography company that provides people an opportunity to witness the funerals and the burials of their loved ones even though they are not physically there for the event.

The company is not just a place where videographers make money out of other peoples misfortunes but is a place where the dead and the grieving receive special attention.

Cinemalaya 2011 Entry: Patikul Trailer

2011-06-03T11:55:00.000-07:00

Joel Lamangan joins once more in this year's Cinemalaya. This time, he presents another political film entitled 'Patikul'. Marvin Agustin plays a role of a teacher in Mindanao who was abducted and beheaded by the rebels. Also included in the films are Allen Dizon, Ciara Sotto and Glaiza de Castro.

Cinemalaya 2011 Screening Schedule (CCP)

2011-05-31T12:15:00.000-07:00

COMPETITION FILMS

New Breed

AMOK by Law Fajardo
16 July/Sat, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
17 July/Sun, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
19 July/Tue, 6:15PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
20 July/Wed, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
21 July/Thu, 3:30PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
22 July/Fri, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
23 July/Sat, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)

ANG BABAE SA SEPTIC TANK by Marlon Rivera
16 July/Sat, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
17 July/Sun, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)
19 July/Tue, 12:45PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
19 July/Tue, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
20 July/Wed, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
22 July/Fri, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
23 July/Sat, 6:15PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)

ANG SAYAW NG DALAWANG KALIWANG PAA by Alvin Yapan
17 July/Sun, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
18 July/Mon, 6:15PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
19 July/Tue, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
20 July/Wed, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
21 July/Thu, 10:00AM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)
22 July/Fri, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
23 July/Sat, 3:30PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)

BAHAY BATA by Eduardo Roy
16 July/Sat, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
18 July/Mon, 12:45PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
18 July/Mon, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
19 July/Tue, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
20 July/Wed, 6:15PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
21 July/Thu, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)
23 July/Sat, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)

CUCHERA by Joseph Laban
16 July/Sat, 6:15PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
18 July/Mon, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
19 July/Tue, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
20 July/Wed, 12:45PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
21 July/Thu, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
22 July/Fri, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
22 July/Fri, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)

I-LIBINGS by Rommel Sales
16 July/Sat, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)
17 July/Sun, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
18 July/Mon, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
19 July/Tue, 3:30PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
21 July/Thu, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
22 July/Fri, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
23 July/Sat, 9:00PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)

LIGO NA U LAPIT NA ME by Erick Salud
17 July/Sun, 3:30PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
17 July/Sun, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
18 July/Mon, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
19 July/Tue, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
21 July/Thu, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
22 July/Fri, 6:15PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
23 July/Sat, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)

NIÑO by Loy Arcenas
16 July/Sat, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
17 July/Sun, 9:00PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
19 July/Tue, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
21 July/Thu, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
21 July/Thu, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)
22 July/Fri, 12:45PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
23 July/Sat, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute

TEORIYA by Zurich Chan
16 July/Sat, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
17 July/Sun, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
18 July/Mon, 10:00AM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)
20 July/Wed, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
21 July/Thu, 9:00PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
21 July/Thu, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
22 July/Fri, 3:30PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)

Directors Showcase

BISPERAS by Jeffrey Jeturian
16 July/Sat, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
17 July/Sun, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
18 July/Mon, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
20 July/Wed, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
21 July/Thu, 6:15PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
22 July/Fri, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
23 July/Sat, 10:00AM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)

BUSONG by Auraeus Solito
16 July/Sat, 3:30PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
18 July/Mon, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
19 July/Tue, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
20 July/Wed, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
22 July/Fri, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)
22 July/Fri, 9:00PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
23 July/Sat, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute

ISDA by Adolfo Alix Jr.
16 July/Sat, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)
18 July/Mon, 9:00PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
18 July/Mon, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
19 July/Tue, 9:00PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
20 July/Wed, 3:30PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
21 July/Thu, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
24 July/Sun, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute

PATIKUL by Joel Lamangan
16 July/Sat, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
17 July/Sun, 6:15PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
18 July/Mon, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)
19 July/Tue, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
21 July/Thu, 12:45PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
22 July/Fri, 9:00PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
23 July/Sat, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)

Competition Shorts

Programme A:
UN DIUTAY MUNDO by Ana Carlyn Lim; SAMARITO by Rafa Santos;WALANG KATAPUSANG KWARTO by Emerson Reyes; EVERY OTHER TIMEby Gino Santos; NINO BONITO by Rommel Tolentino
17 July/Sun, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
18 July/Mon, 3:30PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
20 July/Wed, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
20 July/Wed, 9:00PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
21 July/Thu, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
22 July/Fri, 10:00AM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)
23 July/Sat, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute

Programme B:
HANAPBUHAY by Henry Frejas; OLIVER’S APARTMENT by Misha Balangue;IMMANUEL by Gio Puyat; DEBUT by Pamela Llanes Reyes; HAZARD by Mikhail Red
16 July/Sat, 9:00PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)
17 July/Sun, 3:30PM at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theatre)
18 July/Mon, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
20 July/Wed, 12:45PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
21 July/Thu, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theatre)
22 July/Fri, 6:15PM at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute
24 July/Sun, 3:30PM at the Bulwagang Pambansang Alagad Ng Sining (CCP MKP Hall)

For more info, please call CCP Marketing at 832 1125 locals 1405 or 1803

Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa Teaser Trailer

2011-05-03T13:26:00.000-07:00

'Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa' is one of the official entries in the upcoming Cinemalaya 2011 Film Festival which will be held on the month of July at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. This movie is directed by Alvin Yapan which stars Paolo Avelino, Rocco Nacino and Ms. Jean Garcia.

Busong (Palawan Fate) Teaser Trailer

2011-04-21T15:45:00.000-07:00

Award-winning actress Alessandra de Rossi stars in another indie film entitled 'Busong' (Palawan Fate).

Rakenrol Movie Trailer

2011-04-06T12:12:00.000-07:00

The long wait is over! Quark Henares' much-awaited indie film 'Rakenrol' will finally premiere this June. The movie stars Glaiza de Castro, Jason Abalos, Ketchup Eusebio, Alwyn Uytingco and Diether Ocampo.

Ombre Film Trailer

2011-03-30T13:06:00.000-07:00

OMBRE tells the story of Jake, an aspiring actor who went to Baguio City for a reality star search audition. There, he meets Dennis, a photographer from Manila. Both stay in a transient house owned by Dennis' gay best friend, Brix.

Jake is a dreamer.

Dennis is a searcher who just got out of rehab.

They became friends and secret lovers. While both of them have special someone waiting back in Manila, it becomes clear that there's a bond between them that they've never felt with other people, and this feeling begins to grow into something deeper.

Is this LOVE?

Starring Darwin Taylo (Junakis of Bekimon fame)and Zac Ferrero with Ms. Jef Gaitan

Seksing Masahista Starring Mocha Girls Full Trailer

2011-03-28T10:32:00.000-07:00

The controversial all-girl sing and dance group Mocha Girls are back as movie stars in the new indie film called 'Seksing Masahista'. The trailer was just posted in Mocha Uson's fanpage and it is set to premiere in the cinemas by April 6.

The Mocha Girls are composed of Mocha Uson, Mae dela Cerna and Jhane Santigael. Other cast members include Rommel Padilla, Ramona Revilla and Zyrus Imperial.

DEADLINE (The Reign of Impunity) Official Movie Trailer

2011-03-22T10:38:00.000-07:00

Joel Lamangan is back in the indie scene with a political film entitled 'Deadline' (The Reign of Impurity). The movie stars Tirso Cruz III, Allen Dizon, Ina Feleo, Luis Alandy & Lovi Poe/ TJ Trinidad with Ricardo Cepeda,Jaime Pebanco,Raquel Villavicencio,Tony Mabesa,Richard Quan,Rico Barrera,Jeffrey Santos,John Apacible,Benjie Felipe,Marili Ilagan,Madz Nicolas,Althea Vega,Gilleth Sandico,Brylle Mondejar,Maricar dela Fuente,Sue Parado and Dessa Ilagan.

Ganap na Babae (Garden of eve) Official Trailer

2011-03-17T14:30:00.000-07:00

Here's a trilogy film from Hubo Productions. Three stories written and directed by women for women.

Ganap na Babae (Garden of Eve) is a story of a Mother (Ina), Sibling (Kapatid) and a Friend (Kaibigan). This movie features Mercedes Cabral, Sue Prado, Jam Perez and Ms. Boots Anson Roa under the direction of Ellen Ramos, Sarah Roxas and Rica Arevalo. Check out http://www.hubo.biz for more information.

Layang Bilanggo Trailer

2010-12-28T14:57:00.000-08:00

Mike Dagnalan and the rest of the cast and crew of the the movie 'Layang Bilanggo' bagged most of the awards in the recently concluded Cinema One Originals 2010 including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actor (among other awards). The movie stars Pen Medina in his first lead role after years of dedication in the Philippine Entertainment industry. Also included in the movie are Jaime Fabregas, Archie Adamos, Sue Prado, Will Devaughn and Miriam Quiambao.

HIV: Si Heidi, Si Ivy at si V

2010-12-06T02:29:00.001-08:00

Kapamilya actor Jake Cuenca finally faced the biggest challenge of his showbiz career, which is appearing in an indie film. The actor expressed that he has no regrets since the experience made him appreciate his craft more.

HIV: Si Heidi, Si Ivy at si V is a story about a documentarist who interviews a number of individuals who acquired the HIV virus. Iza Calzado and PRecious Lara Quigaman play significant roles in the movie. Also included are Will Devaughn, IC Mendoza, Candy Pangilinan and Maria Isabel Lopez. This movie is suppported by DOH

Third World Happy Starring Sam Milby

2010-11-06T16:19:00.000-07:00

WESLEY (Sam Milby) is a 32 year old naturalized Fil-American living in NY City. Upon leaving the Philippines 12 years ago, he left his grandmother and older brother to pursue his dreams of being a painter someday. Hampered with his guilt of leaving them behind plus the pressures of keeping up with the American way of life, the past years have gone by without WESLEY being an inch closer to his dreams.

As life would have it, in the middle of his life-crisis away from his homeland, he suddenly gets a phone-call saying that "A loved one" back in the Philippines has died and he needs to come back home to say goodbye. Problem is that two months before he came to NY, a tragic accident had taken the lives of his parents, since then he has never looked at a dead body in a coffin and hasn't gone inside a funeral home.

Throughout his homecoming, his older brother, his friends, an aunt and an ex-girlfriend remind him of what life is truly all about---They also help him shine some light on his struggles back in the States and his struggle to look at his loved one in the coffin, to finally say his last goodbye.

MULI Full Trailer Starring Sid Lucero and Cogie Domingo

2010-09-28T10:20:00.000-07:00

Here's the full trailer of the controversial gay-themed indie film 'MULI'(The Affair) Starring Sid Lucero and Cogie Domingo. Also Starring Rocky Salumbides, Max Eigenmann, Arnold Reyes, Marco Alcaraz and Joross Gamboa.

This serves as Cogie Domingo's comeback movie after being away from the limelight for four years.

MAGDAMAG Starring Rita Avila and Edgar Allan Guzman

2010-09-16T02:01:00.000-07:00

MAGDAMAG is a movie by Joven Tan. This movie is set in Boracay, the island paradise of the Philippines. Fire dancers are all over the place and the heat can also cause attraction between two individuals. Watch Rita Avila with Edgar Allan Guzman as they spend one night in Boracay.

This movie was first shown at Cinemalaya 2010.

Cinemalaya 2010: Mayohan Trailer

2010-07-27T12:19:00.000-07:00

Lovi Poe recently received her first Best Actress Award at the recently concluded Cinemalaya 2010. Here's the trailer of Mayohan, a movie shot in Infanta, Quezon which bagged the following awards: Best Actress for Lovi Poe, Best Screenplay for Paul Sta. Ana, Best Musical Score by Emerzon Texon and Best Cinematography by Dan Villegas.

SYNOPSIS:

May is the month dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, mother of Christ. In Infanta, Quezon, locals turn each of the 31 days of May into a charming honor not only to celebrate good harvest in their agricultural setting, but also to pay tribute to the virginal virtues of the Mayohan. Every month of May, a padasal or series of novenas commences to mark the beginning of Mayohan. This will culminate in a Pasayaw or Tapusan in every purok of each barangay. A system of ambagan or donation ensues for the festivities to take place. In the hopes of keeping a tradition alive, the elders support its continued celebration; through the years, however, decadence has long taken over the Tapusan. Proud beauty queens, town officials, curious participants and passersby, intoxicated men with carnal needs all play roles in the midst of a spiritual undertaking. Some have unwittingly tarnished the event's reputation and essence. Underlying values and tokens are lost in the turning over of tradition.

Amidst the festivities, a 15-year old young outsider becomes the focal point in the preparation that the Pasayaw entails. As this grieving young man comes of age and deals with the recent loss of both parents, his attention shifts to Lilibeth, a 19-year old provincial lass, the elected presidenta of the pasayaw's pamunuan, who, herself gets lost in the hoopla and hullabaloo that transpire before May ends. As the event underscores gender lines, generation differences, and class issues, they become entangled in an unlikely partnership, in their own search for growth and acceptance.

Big Changes Coming Soon

2009-05-23T12:41:00.001-07:00

Stay tuned.

Padre de Pamilya Now Showing!

2009-05-01T00:21:00.000-07:00

OPENS April 29, 2009, IN SM CINEMAS

FILM ABOUT CORRUPTION BATTLES IT OUT IN
THE COMMERCIAL MARKET

Finally, an honest film about the countrys culture of corruption and how it has affected the family values of Filipinos- Padre de Pamilya. Featuring the critically acclaimed Ariel Rivera, respected thespian Jaclyn Jose and the versatile Tessie Tomas, Padre de Pamilya is set to be one of the most important films made during the Arroyo administration. It is the sophomore film of writer-director Cesar Evangelista Buendia.

Produced with the help of grants from the National Commission on Culture and the Arts and Jesuit Communications, LEB Telon Film Productions attempts to make a break through by battling an independent, non-commercial film in the mainstream market. I believe that there is a thirst and a demand out there for relevant, values-oriented material, says LEB Telon head and film director Cesar Evangelista Buendia.

Endorsed by influential Catholic Church leaders, Padre may just make it as a hit. I am very sure that this troubling film will make our country a better country and our citizens, better citizens, declares BISHOP SOCRATES B. VILLEGAS, chairman of the CBCP Commission on Catechesis and Catholic Education.
Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) President Monsignor Gerry Santos endorsed the film to all schools by writing in a statement: Padre de Pamilya is a powerful film that will shatter the apathy of the youth and make us reflect on our own faith as a people.

The AMRSP, led by sister Mary John Mananzan issued this statement after they viewed Padre de Pamilya: We in the Association of Major Religious Superiors in the Philippines (AMRSP) have watched the said film and are convinced of its significance as a powerful tool for moral regeneration and transformation of our society.

Padre de Pamilya is a story about a good father ( Ariel Rivera) whose only wish is for his children to grow up as good Catholic Christians. Unfortunately, his salary as a supervisor in the towns city hall is not enough to make ends meet. And because of the powers inherent in his work, the temptations to become a corrupt government official are always present. One day, because of the financial needs of his family, the father succumbs to temptation and commits a corrupt act. Even worse, he is caught doing it in a very public and embarrassing manner.
Upon watching Padre de Pamilya, one will be forced to ask, Must one prioritize the needs of the family instead of the teachings of God?

Padre de Pamilya is a new film which is relevant to the times. It will open in all SM Branches in Metro Manila starting, Wednesday, April 29, 2008.
Tickets are available in all Catholic Church parishes. For every Padre de Pamilya ticket bought, the church will receive a new Bible which will in turn be donated to a poor family by the Parish Priest. The screenings of Padre de Pamilya are being used as a fund raising campaign by the Archdiocese of Manila Biblical Apostolate lead by Fr. Tony Navarrete, to buy 5 million Bibles for poor families in Metro Manila. Tickets are also available in all SM Branches in Metro Manila starting April 29, 2009. For ticket inquiries, please call 703-7432 or text 0918-6900744.

Heavenly Touch Trailer

2009-04-28T07:17:00.000-07:00

After the success of Walang Kawala, DMV Entertainment is back with another gay-themed movie called "Heavenly Touch. The movie is directed by Joel Lamangan.

The movie features Paolo Serrano, Marco Morales, Gwen Garci, Jeffrey Santos and newcomer Joash Balejado.

MANILA Starring Piolo Pascual

2009-04-26T01:06:00.000-07:00

Official Selection
OUT OF COMPETITION
Cannes Film Festival 2009

Directed by Adolfo Alix, Jr. and Raya Martin

Bicycle Pictures and MJM Production

Written by Ramon Sarmiento and Adolfo Alix, Jr.
Executive Producers: Piolo Jose Pascual and Edgar Mangahas
Producer: Arleen Cuevas
Associate Line Producer: Maxie Evangelista III
Director of Photography: Albert Banzon
Production Designer: Digo Ricio
Editors: Jay Halili and Aleks Castaneda
Music: Radioactive Sago Project
Sound Design: Ditoy Aguila

Cast: Piolo Pascual, Rosanna Roces, Jay Manalo, Alessandra de Rossi, Jiro Manio, Aleck Bovick, John Lapus, Katherine Luna etc.

INDEPENDENCIA - Sid Lucero and Alessandra de Rossi

2009-04-26T01:02:00.000-07:00

Award-winning actors Sid Lucero and Alessandra de Rossi teams up for the first time in the movie Independencia, which is directed by Raya Martin.The movie is chosen as an official selection for the upcoming Cannes Film Festival.

Un Certain Regard, Official Selection, Cannes Film Festival 2009

Independencia
A Film by Raya Martin

Presented by Arte Cinema France, Cinematografica, Atopic, Razor Film, Volya Films
Fonds Sud Cinema, World Cinema Fund, Prince Claus Fund Global Film Initiative, Hubert Bals Fund,
Roadrunner Network

Script: Ramon Sarmiento and Raya Martin
Delegate Producers: Antoine Segovia, Christophe Gougeon
Producer: Arleen Cuevas
Production Design: Digo Ricio
DOP: Jeanne Lapoirie
Assistant Director: Armi Cacanindin
Production manager: Rolly Palmes
Editor: Jay Halili
Sound: Arnel Labayo, Ronald de Asis

Sine Direk presents Agathon and Mindy

2009-04-18T14:06:00.000-07:00

AGATHON and MINDY is directed by Peque Gallaga from a script by Lore Reyes, Vicente Garcia Groyon & Peque Gallaga.

Stars Chase Vega, Louise delos Reyes, Cherie Gil, Dina Bonnevie, Desiree del Valle, Pilita Corrales, Shamaine Centenera, Audie Gemora, Mailes Kanapi, Nonoy Froilan, Ketchup Eusebio. At all SM Cinemas this June 2009.

Trailer Credits:
Concept by: Ryan Orduna and Chris Daez
Edited by: Ryan Orduna
Final Mix: Digitrax Sound Productions

Sine Direk presents Ded na si Lolo

2009-04-18T13:59:00.000-07:00

Gay director Soxie Topacio is back behind the camera for his Sine Direk entry called "Ded na si Lolo".

The movie is all about a dramatic (or funny?) family who believes in the different superstitious beliefs in the country.

The star-studded casts include Elizabeth Oropesa, Gina Alajar, Manilyn Reynes, Dick Israel, BJ Forbes, Rainier Castillo and Roderick Paulate.

Sine Direk presents Litsonero

2009-04-18T13:52:00.000-07:00

Paolo Contis plays the role of a Filipino chef who worked in Macau, China who goes back to the Philippines and had a bet with his uncle. This heartwarming movie is directed by Lore Reyes and is a part of Sine Direk.

Also included in this film are Maricel Laxa, Micheal de Mesa, Joanne Quintas and Karylle.

Ang Sumpa - Mocha Girls movie

2009-04-12T11:14:00.000-07:00

The Mocha Girls spiced up the cover of Maxim Philippines this April. This time, Mocha Uson and the rest of the girls are about to burn the movie houses with their debut movie.

Simply entitled "Ang Sumpa", the sexy-thriller movie revolves around a rich guy who stayed in a hunted mansion given to him by his father.

The cast of the movie includes Hershey, Bez, Grace of Mocha Girls, Joross Gamboa, Maricar dela Fuente, Mark Girl and Mocha Uson.

"Ang Sumpa" premieres on April 22, 2009.

Pasang Krus Trailer

2009-03-20T04:16:00.000-07:00

Year Produced : 2009
Production House: JPE Incorporated
Producer: Ma. Theresa Santos

Director: Neal "Buboy" Tan
Cinematographer: Arvin Bustos

Post Production: Scenema Concept International
Editor: Rocky Ko
Music: Sherwin Castillo
Sound Supervision: Raymund Concepcion

Starring: Rosanna Roces, Joross Gamboa, Ketchup Eusebio, Melissa Mendes, Empress Shuck, Tita Swarding etc.

This movie is set to be released on the Lenten Season.

Want to see some behind-the-scenes photos? Take a look at the Pasang Krus Gallery. It seems like a lot of people are really waiting for this.

Booking Teaser

2009-03-01T09:57:00.000-08:00

Here's the teaser of the movie "Booking" By Joven Tan. The movie stars Frontal Nudity King Marco Morales and Award-Winning Actor Emilio Garcia. It also starts Snooky Serna, Mercedes Cabral and Ms. Anita Linda.

The movie will be shown on March 2009

PADYAK Trailer

2009-03-01T09:53:00.000-08:00

Opens March 4, 2009 at the Robinson's Galleria Indiesine. A Breaking The Box production of a Palanca award-winning Screenplay. A film by Aloy Adlawan.

PADYAK stars Jay Aquitania, Irma Adlawan, Rita Avila, Katherine Luna, Mcoy Fundales, Angel Jacob, Emilio Garcia, Arnold Reyes, Bodjie Pascua, Sabrina Man, Hazel Ann Mendoza, Mercedes Cabral and Baron Geisler. Sountrack "PAMBIHIRA" by The Spaceflower Show from the album The Spaceflower Show.

Walang Hanggang Paalam

2009-03-01T09:50:00.000-08:00

Finally, the movie is now approved by MTRCB!

Walang Hanggang Paalam showing soon on Robinson's Indiesine!
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From the makers of award winning films "Ilusyon" and "Selda"

Starring: Jacky Woo, Joem Bascon, Jake Roxas, Rico Barrera and Miss Lovi Poe

Directors: Paolo Villaluna and Ellen Ramos
Written by: Paolo Villaluna
Executive Producers: Leo Dominguez
Director of Photography: Manie Magbanua Jr.
Production DesignL Timmy Ham
Editors: Paolo Villaluna and Ellen Ramos
Sound: Allan Hilado

Music
Production Manager: Bernice Ilagan
Assistant Directors: Caloy Santos, Jr., Raymund Amonoy

Sagwan Trailer

2009-02-01T09:46:00.000-08:00

Story of the mysteries of life, LOVE, and sexuality.

Directed by Monti Parungao (Director of SURVIVOR PHILIPPINES)
UNDER ROCCO PRODUCTIONS.

Showboyz Trailer

2009-02-01T09:40:00.000-08:00

HEre's the trailer of the movie Showboyz Starring Toffee Calma, Kristoffer King, John Miller, Tami Ballesteros, Seff Posadas, Topher Barretto, Threena Hernandez and Archie de calma

Marco Morales and Gwen Garci Bares all in BUTAS (Loophole)

2009-01-12T08:39:00.002-08:00

BUTAS (Loophole) is the second film of Alejandro Bong Ramos. This brave sex movie tackles the emotional journey of a weakling husband (Allen Dizon) who has an unfaithful wife (Gwen Garci).

Loophole stars Allen Dizon and Gwen Garci. Joining them is new hunk actor Marco Morales as a policeman and former sexy actor who loves to play around. Also included in the movie is Mercedes Cabral.

Rosanna Roces in Aurora

2009-01-10T10:33:00.000-08:00

AURORA has been slapped twice by the MTRCB with an "X" rating. We're appealing the decision to Malacanang.

Cast:
Rosanna Roces, Sid Lucero, Kristofer King,
Angeli Bayani

Synopsis:

AURORA explores an intimate portrait of a captor and a captive as they both struggle to survive in the depths of a jungle.

A social worker named Aurora (Rosanna Roces) is kidnapped by members of the Lost Command. After a military raid in the middle of the night, she gets lost in the forest. She walks aimlessly in the thick forest, hoping to find her way out to freedom. She is found by Fadi (Sid Lucero), one of her captors. Aurora tries every way in order to run away. Will she see the break of dawn alive?

Written and Directed by Adolfo Alix, Jr.

List of Cinemalaya 2009 Finalists for the Full-Length Category

2009-01-10T03:24:00.000-08:00

Indie enthusiasts are excited with the new line up of the ten scripts that made it to the finalists of the Cinemalaya 2009 Full-length category.

“24K” by Ana Agabin
“Ang Nerseri (The Nursery)” by Vic Acedillo, Jr.
“Ang Panggagahasa Kay Fe” by Alvin B. Yapan
“Astig (Mga Batang Kalye)” by GB Sampedro
“Colorum” by Jon Steffan Ballesteros
“Dinig Sana Kita” by Mike E. Sandejas
“Engkwentro” by Pepe Diokno
“Last Supper No. 3″ by Veronica Velasco and Jinky Laurel
“Mangatyanan (The Blood Trail)” by Jerrold Tarog

“Sanglaan” by Milo Sogueco.

For more details about the Cinemalaya 2009 movies, kindly refer to this post.

Welcome to Pinoy Indie Film Blog!

2009-01-05T02:58:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone!

Welcome to the Pinoy Indie Film blog! I created this blog because I am really fond of watching Indie Films and besides, I dream of writing and directing one.

This blog aims to give you the latest buzz on the Philippine Independent Movie industry. We will be posting the latest screening schedules, press releases, events and many more.