"Isang Himala" features an impressive cast of talented stage performers who bring their theatrical skills to the screen. The film artfully blends stage presence with cinematic storytelling, showcasing the unique abilities of its actors to convey deep emotions and captivating performances. This combination enhances the narrative, making it a compelling piece that resonates with audiences both familiar and new to the story.
The film's cast, featuring Aicelle Santos, Bituin Escalante, David Ezra, and Kakki Teodoro, is led by National Artist for Film and Broadcast Ricky Lee, alongside 2024 Gawad Urian Awardee Vincent De Jesus and a talented team that includes 2023 MMFF Best Director Pepe Diokno and 2023 MMFF Best Cinematographer Carlo Mendoza.
At the grand launch for "Isang Himala," Aicelle Santos, the lead actress, showcased her emotional depth by singing a song from the film, evoking tears as she performed. When questioned about the pressure of being compared to national artist Nora Aunor, Aicelle confidently affirmed that she fully embodies her character, Elsa, while adhering to the director's vision and script. The transition to screen acting has prompted theater actors to adapt their performances, focusing on authenticity and emotional sincerity in their portrayals.
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more below as the cast Aicelle, Bituin, writer Ricky Lee and director Pepe Diokno share their fond moments and take us behind the
scenes in filming Isang Himala.
With a fresh approach, Isang Himala aims to resonate with today’s audiences while honoring the profound legacy of the classic. It underscores the film's uniqueness and artistry, reflecting the immense effort poured into bringing it to life—especially through the hard work and dedication of the cast, crew, and Ricky Lee in this project. Lee mentions “Kailangan natin ng Himala— in the sense na ang hirap-hirap gumawa ng pelikula dito sa industriya natin, napakaraming restrictions at ang resources kulang and so on. Bawat pelikulang ginagawa is Himala.”
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