Occupied 2024
A bright young student who is deeply troubled by his intrusive thoughts is summoned by his strict teacher to confront him about his failing grades.
A bright young student who is deeply troubled by his intrusive thoughts is summoned by his strict teacher to confront him about his failing grades.
Six individuals from different generations recall the golden age of Cebuano cinema, modern Cebuano cinema, their experiences, and discuss their aspirations about the future of Cebu’s film scene.
A graduating grade school student navigates the quirks and pressures of socializing with the help of his imaginary companion.
After experiencing a different reality through her son’s eyeglasses, a clueless single mother seeks help from their local eye doctor, only to uncover a deeper secret.
A young man named Manuel is bound to tolerate his experiences of abuse that leads to the loss of his innocence.
A deaf boy, an abusive father, and a friendship with a kid in town lead to a dangerous quest for freedom.
A queer college student pursues dancing despite the challenging life in the Philippines.
Luke and his bestfriend search for his father to accompany them on their circumcision day.
A freelancer with social anxiety must look for another job to sustain himself.
The film follows the not-so-colorful life of Giliw after getting abandoned by his long-term partner, Roy. After a year of Giliw working in Japan, Roy and his girlfriend, Lilet, invites her to attend their child's baptism. Suddenly, Giliw discovers the unfortunate situation of Lilet and her child.
Concerned residents of a coastal Batangas town share their personal accounts detailing the ongoing development aggression in their barangay and their efforts to protect the vulnerable mangrove ecosystem.
On the eve of an imminent apocalypse, daughter helps her father prepare for a religious event of their sect. But as the hours tick, sinister events unravel that endanger her own safety.
After being appointed as the new team captain of his school's football team, senior student-athlete Buknoy faces mounting pressures as he navigates the responsibilities of leadership. Struggling to balance personal challenges with the demands of his role, Buknoy's journey unfolds amidst the pursuit of team goals and the clash of values. When the weight of expectations becomes too heavy, Buknoy must confront his own principles and make a difficult decision that will shape his future
Romeo's day with his crush does not go well after being accused of being gay.
When a six-year-old child finds out about her mother's debt, she starts collecting dried leaves to pay off what is owed until she learns that money does not grow on trees, changing her perception of the concept of money, debts, and reality.
In the eyes of a new civilization, choices are often perceived as being determined by blindly following the inducing mechanisms of money and power.
A young fisherman struggling to accept a traumatic past finds comfort in his dreams.
Nate suffers greatly as he gets blinded by his own reality.
A Pearl Barcos short film.
A Pearl Barcos short film.