Joel Torre
I immensely loved watching “Underneath a Piaya Moon” (UAPM), which bagged greatest image on the first CinePanalo Movie Pageant 2024. My cool “migo” Joel Torre is a part of the solid. UAPM set the bar excessive for the entries on the second Puregold CinePanalo Movie Pageant (PGCPFF).
In accordance with pageant director Chris Cahilig, this yr’s iteration guarantees to provide filmmakers throughout the nation extra alternatives to showcase their ability, creativity and dedication to their craft. He additionally mentioned that movers and shakers within the biz are raring to affix the annual movie fest.
Puregold (PG) is treating the success of the pageant’s inaugural run as a launching pad for one thing even greater and bolder. Ivy Piedad, senior advertising and marketing supervisor of PG, shared that this yr’s model has an elevated funding pool for chosen filmmakers up for grabs. Seven administrators of full-length films are set to obtain a manufacturing grant value P3 million, whereas 25 chosen pupil brief movie administrators will obtain a manufacturing grant value P150,000. Seven full-length movie grants shall be given this yr surpassing final yr’s six.
As with the primary version, the subsequent PGCPFF seeks movie entries that showcase the indomitable spirit of the Filipino by way of uplifting and galvanizing “panalo tales.”
Be careful for his or her lineup of films that may transfer you.
Right here’s my chat with Joel:
Since UAPM was directed by a beginner, how did you make its director, Kurt Soberano, really feel comfortable?
I’ve identified of Kurt as one of many aspiring administrators from my hometown, Bacolod. He took up movie underneath the workshop of my mentor, Peque Gallaga, so he is aware of the model of our work ethic. I don’t suppose he bought starstruck. It was extra of respect for one another’s craft.
What do you suppose is the attraction of UAPM?
The movie’s attraction is the illustration of our Ilonggo tradition and lifestyle in Negros. There’s the love for meals, sabong (cockfighting), festivals and household dynamics. The distinction between conventional and fusion meals.
It represented the Negros lifestyle effectively and had a considerably cult following in its Bacolod screening as a result of it talked about our story, our tradition. The film was made with a number of love. Love your work, and your work will love you again.
What’s your recommendation to the aspiring filmmakers within the second version of PGCPFF?
This is a chance to have your tales instructed, so if in case you have the imaginative and prescient and fervour to take action, submit your entries. Be brave and reside your ardour with conviction. Don’t go on a possibility like this. This can be a venue the place desires are product of.
Take a look at the case of Kurt Soberano and UAPM. Don’t be afraid as a result of there’ll at all times be a primary time. Reside your desires.
Boots Anson Roa-Rodrigo (second from left) with Mom Lily’s grandchildren —CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS
Homage to Mom Lily
Tita Boots Anson Roa-Rodrigo requested me to share her homage to Mom Lily, which she wrote on behalf of Mowelfund. Listed below are excerpts of the tribute of a girl of substance and charm to a different:
No loss of life might preserve Father Remy and Mom Lily Monteverde aside. One couldn’t be with out the opposite. That’s why a number of days after Father handed away, Mom adopted.
Their love story beats “Maalaala Mo Kaya,” “Magpakailanman” and even “Regal Presents.” Their quintessential love is the stuff that makes for the final word “Mano Po,” Mom’s lifetime ardour undertaking.
The Film Staff Welfare Basis Inc. (Mowelfund) is blessed to have been one among Mom’s personal ardour tasks. She seemingly adopted Mowelfund as her personal advocacy.
We didn’t have to solicit consideration or funding from her. She would give generously, at all times greater than what we anticipated.
Thanks in your overwhelming help to Mowelfund, Mom. We hope to have been worthy of your patronage.
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