Astri
is a 16-year-old transwoman who is in a relationship with 17-year-old
Tambulah. Although it is an unusual sight in the community where they
live, nobody bothers them. Subsisting on the coins people throw at them
when they perform their traditional dance at the sea, everything seems
perfect except that Astri has to marry a woman she hardly known as part
of the Badjao traditions and a pach made long ago.
A closer look on lives of Badjao with a modern twist that is well executed.
My Verdict: 4/5
Jodilerks
has been quietly and diligently working as a gas station attendant for
a very long time. Tonight is her final shift, and she has decided to
sign off in, quite frankly, outrageous fashion.
A stylish satire black comedy with innovative social commentary that leaves an impact.
My Verdict: 4/5
Bruno,
a little person, earns a living by working in a dingy restaurant.
Dissatisfied with his work, salary and work treatment, he joins an
underground fight club to earn his way to the prize money, in the hopes
of reaching his aspirations.
A heartwarming film that shows the harsh realities of little people in our society.
My Verdict: 4/5
Set
in a small fishing community that struggles amidst an oil spill, a
pre-pubescent and cheerful young boy named Dinggoy struggles with his
identity and finds comfort in his dreams of becoming a mermaid. The film
tackles childhood identity struggles and parental challenges that come
with caring for a gender non-conforming child.
A lovely short film that captures the heart of the audience. It will make you cry and smile at the same time.
My Verdict: 4.5/5
Nangungupahan follows the different lives of people who occupy a room of an apartment through different points in time. The room may mean differently to each occupant; and by overlapping these timelines, we gain insight about our shared space and history, as well as the bigger structures outside that affect us.
Unique storytelling where space takes the lead role. Realization on life that nothing last forever and change is the only constant in life.
My Verdict: 3.5/5
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