Discoveries from Philippines World Cinema

Three distinct yet interwoven stories of various women and their ordinary experiences living not-so-ordinary lifestyles. Seedy, realistic, and raw.

Directed by: G.A. Villafuerte Starring: John Park, Marco Ronquillo, Kael Reyes, Lang Lopez, Ahvie Conjuangco Paolo Salvatierra, Marion Barrera, Yohan Villacorta, Mark Kenneth Reyes

Miri is trapped in her past and this time her whole past comes crashing back into her life: old dead secrets, her dead parents, and even the walking dead. Miris return to Manila only brings her back to more trouble the personal kind. Even as a young girl, Miri believed she is responsible for her parents death and the guilt kept her from building healthy relationships with those around her specially with her younger brother Mark. Miri Alvarez, is one of the best agents of an international group organized to protect scientists and inventors from a tech-grabbing group called The Agency. But Miri is hot headed and refuses to follow orders. In one rescue operation, Miris refusal to follow protocol gets her long-time partner killed. Miri is suspended and sent back to Manila.

Kalye Siyete is about Gio's perception and how he judges the people around him. He talks about three main people in the film. Yanna, Macky, and the LangMa group.He judges them through a dialogue that builds up who they are. The reason for his judgment is based on his past experiences with these certain people. The ending reveals how he's mistreated by these people that made him question the reason behind everything.

Mike de Leon's only video feature to date, a personalized adaptation of John Fowles' chilling The Collector.

Filipino romantic horror movie from 1969.

An adult and three young people from the city have teamed up to pursue their own brand of social justice.

True to life story of Mayor Patrocinio Gulapa of Maragondon, Cavite who possesses an amulet which deters him from harm. The source of his "anting-anting" is the water in the fish tank, the life of the Mayor is linked to the fish. So, when the fish is seing kissing it is also the same for the Mayor, as well as if the fish is seen dying, there is an imminent danger on the life of the Mayor.

Part of Shake, Rattle & Roll Evil Origins. In 2050, a post-apocalyptic Philippines is ruled by the aswang.

For Ian, a room is a space for freedom and expression of his individuality. In his room, he is free to do as he pleases. In his room, there are no rules that suppress what he feels and thinks. Like a room, life is full of mystery.

An actress Chrisy gets tired of her onscreen partner, so the studio made a nationwide search for a new lead actor. One day Robert gets scouted by Chrisy the only problem is Robert is already in love with Trining a woman from his province.

One night, you overslept because of too much work, now, you must wake up before your nightmare becomes a reality.

Official entry to the first Metro Manila Film Festival in 1977 directed by Augusto Buenaventura and starred Joseph Estrada, Nora Aunor, Tirso Cruz III, and Gloria Sevilla.

Convinced that they have the footage of a famous celebrity’s death, a curious yet obsessed boy watches different videos of death over and over again to prove its validity.

Four individuals await the arrival of the last member of the house to execute their ultimate union. However, his presence sparks chaos, forcing them all to make unforeseen decisions.

A young priest meets a hot guy from Grindr.

A short documentary film about the stories, experiences, and struggles of closeted Filipino LGBTQ members.

A hilarious look at the altered lifestyles of people in quarantine in need of doleouts.

A typical bar girl sells flesh just to augment a living. A typical school teenager fell in love with her despite being a prostitute. Both share the course of bodily fascination and enjoy the intensity of lustful obsession...until one day, guilt feelings envelop her conscience.

Filipino horror movie from 1969.

When they have no one to pass their "mutya" forward so they can finally die, aging "aswangs" in Antique are believed to seek for the mystical lake in Negros where they can just turn into ashes and disappear forever. This is the story of a 78 year old aswang and the young man who helped her find the lake.

The feud between the Medranos (poor but respected in the society) and the Sablantes (wealthy and corrupt) dates back to World War II where Joaquin Sablante was a Japanese collaborator while Pablo Medrano was a guerilla leader. The feud erupts anew when Pepe Medrano accidentally shoots Rex Sablante in a night club and when Pablo opposes Manolo Sablante's mayoral bid. Elected through fraud, Manolo has had Pablo killed, thus beginning a string of murders and counter-murders which eventually wipes out both families.

An honest policeman was dishonourably removed from the service. With a .45 gun in his hand, he took the law into his own hands. Nothing left but his honour and integrity, he's out to prove his innocence.

A coming of age story of a fishpen boy who is learning to dream big, triggered by his sexual awakening from his boss’ new lover. He starts to find ways to elope with the woman. But his dreams will only produce devastating results, not only for him but also for people around him.

A hip hop dance film featuring Filipino world class dance champions and inspired by the music of Francis Magalona.

Based on the play Corridors. A woman returns to her family’s ancestral home to mourn her estranged father, reuniting three generations of women who uncover that the grief, the madness, and the evil within the decaying mansion are thicker than blood.

A thrilling actioner of a meathead swashbuckling adventurer with a sensitive heart

A story about four girls who want to help their mother financially by running a club.

He didn't respect anyone - Except the law.

Religion and economy take center stage in a Bicolano’s family in a story set during the Lenten season. To make ends meet, one of them turns to religion and pushes his mother to make a living off her faith.

Is a story about brothers Carlos and Fidel, who are both decorated war heroes. But their closeness will be challenged as they try to win the heart of their common love, Liling. Liling is actually their adopted sister. Now that she is of age, she is free to choose between Carlos and Fidel.

A dramatization based on the murders of Eileen Sarmenta and Allan Gomez and the arrest of Antonio Sanchez, mayor of Calauan, Laguna, the story follows a victim's brother (with the help of a journalist) who wants to uncover the gruesome crime committed by a corrupt mayor.

Two filmmakers take on a journey to explore the intricacies of the long-suffering Philippine agriculture, seeking for possible solutions as they figure out the factors causing the crisis.

This stirring crime drama features Raymart Santiago as the under-aged delinquent who gets employed at a police precinct to avoid being the center of petty brawls in his area. But getting involved with corrupt individuals on the inside may take him to a worse path.

Anna met Gerry under circumstances related to a mysterious death close to both. Both fell in love immediately, but not without the inconvenience of another plotting and sinister deals of Anna's step-father and his new partner.

The Whole Town's Out To Meet Him - The Dashing "Toreador" From "Spain" - Who Turns Out To Be A - CHABACNO.

After being persuaded by his uncle to join the police force, a previously carefree man gains a newfound appreciation of the seriousness of the job and makes a commitment to make a positive impact for himself and his fellow officers.

The fourth Darna movie and second featuring Liza Moreno, she is now fighting against Isputnik.

Two best friends document their daily lives through a digital camcorder until their lives take an unexpected turn, leaving one to hold on to the memories they created together.

Evangeline spends most of her time working late, editing TV commercials. Her work doesn’t leave her much time to spend with her boyfriend Joey or their son. In spite of having a family, she mostly keeps to herself, enjoying her independence. But when her priest brother Johnny is diagnosed with cancer, she’s suddenly called on to be a possible bone marrow donor. As her dysfunctional family starts to gather around the ailing Johnny, Evangeline is forced to come face to face with her failings.

A funny poignant film about an Ilocana maiden.

Three fugitives struggle to survive life outside prison. They face a dilemma when they are forced to take on one last assignment.

As clouds begin to roll, we see the afternoon life of a busy city. Cars jam the streets, as people make squares of the side streets they walk on. People queue in line as they try to board the city train. This is Sam’s picture of his daily route to the university. He is a young filmmaker, who in his daily commute, picks up his girlfriend Isa from the train station before heading to school together.

A 1998 Filipino film starring Rey PJ Abellana, Kier Legazpi, and Michelle Ortega.

An ordinary night becomes filled with emotional landmines as erectile dysfunction challenges a man and his girlfriend on their views on love and relationships.

After the Coronavirus pandemic impairs the world, a spirited couple finally unite for a new life in Canada. A recovering economy deals financial trouble for the two, fueling a desperate collusion with an old friend. Death cases rise in their new hometown as authorities investigate.

1956 Filipino film later re-edited into 1970's Horror of the Blood Monsters

Living in bliss since their marriage, Fredo and Dyesebel are expecting their first child. Meanwhile, Betty who became a mermaid vowed to avenge herself waits for an opportunity to carry out her revenge.

In a race against time, Jelian, a determined young boy hailing from Ormoc City, embarks on a desperate quest to find his drowning father hidden within a treacherous sea of soup.