In the heart of Metro Manila, there is an ordinary thrift shop with a supernatural story of loneliness.
A collection of interwoven stories about life and violence in the Philippines, following a college professor, a university chancellor, a social worker, a police chief, two students, two mothers, and a lawyer.
While creating the subtitles of a film, a young Filipina translator and a middle-aged Japanese director test the limits of language and understanding.
A man struggles to recollect the memories that he shared with his estranged father as he travels back to see him for the last time. In his journey, he confronts a fragmented yet important past that makes him question if he can trust his own memories.
In a decaying cinema in the heart of Manila, Life discovers first love through films and their new friend’s father.
Kapwa, a Filipino term that means "togetherness" or "neighbor", is a recognition of a shared identity; an inner self that is shared with others. WHO WE BECOME is a story of kapwa and follows three Filipino women each coming into their political consciousness and discovering themselves during a pivotal moment in their lives.
On the night of the opening of his new exhibit, a queer artist who has just gotten out of an abusive relationship makes a connection with another troubled soul.
Francis, an inexperienced rider, meets a veteran habal rider, Dindo, and forms an unlikely brotherhood. In the process of taking their passengers to their whereabouts, can they also take themselves and find their ways to their life’s ultimate destination?
Sabrina, an elementary student, faces a dilemma as she is forced to decide whom to invite for Mother’s Day, having been raised by two fathers.
"Pinilakang Tabingi" follows the journey of two best friends, Tupe and Tantan, who share a deep passion for Filipino cinema. Their anticipation for the sequel to their favorite film is challenged by financial constraints, leading them to purchase a pirated DVD copy. What unfolds is a heartfelt exploration of friendship, integrity, and the consequences of their actions.
Three narratives of love transpire in a struggling thrift store. Its Caretaker finds love with a mannequin. The Fish finds comfort with the Caretaker. And the Owner yearns for her dead husband.
In a coastal town, women are not allowed to sing. A teenager joins a singing competition for a chance to move to the city, while hiding his true voice in a sinister way.
Ditas Pinamalas, a happy go lucky college student, questions herself on why her life is full of bad luck. Along the way, she will discover something from her past that will finally turn her life upside down and achieve a luckier life she’s been wanting to. Will she really be lucky?
Something seems to be preparing Rana. It appears after spending the day with their grandmother and their friend Saada. In the afternoon, as a hopeful gesture, after getting in drag for the first time. Rana comes home from a night of clubbing (plus getting a new mole), and finally gets to dance.
In the aftermath of loss, an orphan girl flees her gloomy fate and is drawn to a mysterious light, leading her to a life reflection and a journey of intertwined destinies.
