Tag: indie film

Written by: Michelle Tiu What if you are to learn about something you shouldn’t have learned about? Will you be a coward to protect someone you love? Or will you be brave enough to stand …

Written by Francesca Beatrice Sanchez First shown during the ToFarm Festival in 2016, Zig Dulay’s Paglipay comes back for Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino. The word paglipay translates to “crossing”, a reflection of Atan’s journey throughout the …

A street kid turned internationally recognized volunteer, two exceptional dogs who have helped their owners survive, and a chess game depiction of love and betrayal.  These are just some of the stories that were showcased …

Direk Prime Cruz’s masterpiece, Sleepless, first premiered as a finalist in the 2015 QCinema Film Festival. It instantly became a hit because of its simple yet relatable story, beautiful visuals, and lovable characters. Sleepless follows two lonely call-center …

Once in your life–possibly during a time when you were studying–you’ve probably wished for a device that would allow you to “upload” knowledge and information into your brain without having to study. Well, in the …

It’s the ultimate movie for travelers and wanderers. Ice Idanan’s Sakaling Hindi Makarating is the latest indie film to hit mainstream theaters, and it very much deserves to be. Photo from Sakaling Hindi Makarating Facebook …

The Cinemalaya film festival has consistently been making waves in the Pinoy film industry. It is proof that there is promising talent in new, up and coming filmmakers. This year’s Cinemalaya opening film, Ang Larawan, …

Lav Diaz has done it again. READ: Lav Diaz’s Film Starring Charo Santos to Compete in the Venice Film Festival After just winning the Alfred Bauer prize in February at the Berlin International Film Festival …

Posted by Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank Part 2 on Saturday, July 30, 2016 It looks like after five years of the first release, the indie film “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank” might soon get a …

Catch Sleepless, a uniquely charming film about two insomniacs. Sleepless is an original indie film that is part of this year’s QCinema International Film Festival Circle Competition. Featuring a diverse selection of original Filipino films, …