Joel Saracho
Acting
Biography
Joel Saracho is a Filipino actor, writer, dramaturg, and activist.
Known For
Maratabat
When the people of Maratabat finally realize that their time under the corrupt politician clan of the Abubakars has to come to an end— a series of violent acts occur one after another. The people rally behind another clan –the Mahardikas – to end the violence and place a new leader in their region. Will the Mahardikas choose a path of violence or peace? Will it be for honor or will it be for pride?
Balota
A land-grabbing tycoon and a former sexy male actor are in a tight race for mayor in a small town. When violence erupts, Emmy, a teacher, runs into the wilderness with a ballot box, the last copy of the election result.
If I Were A Voice
A gay student leader finds himself in the collective voices of an ensemble to avenge and reclaim the voice once taken from him.
Saving Grace
Anna, an elementary school teacher, discovers that her student Grace is a victim of abuse. Driven by maternal instinct, Anna abducts Grace to protect her and assumes the role of a mother. As they bond amid threats from the authorities and Grace's abusive mother, Anna confronts her painful past, realizing that she needs healing as much as Grace does.
Love Beneath the Stars
After that kiss in the field, Dominic and Luke are now entering a new stage in their relationship. But being in a same-sex relationship in an all-boys catholic school is never meant to be easy. The pressure from their friends, their parents, and the school prove to be insurmountable obstacles for a relationship destined by the stars. Despite all that life throws at them, Dominic and Luke try to be strong and keep their love going.
Sampung Utos Kay Josh
Josh, a devout loan executive who believes his faith and adherence to the Ten Commandments have brought him a good life. However, when a series of misfortunes strike. Josh begins to feel abandoned by his faith. In his frustration, he decides to rebel by breaking each commandment.
Lola Igna
Lola Igna is a foul-mouthed and stubborn woman who is eager to die but her neighbors are hung up on her winning "the oldest living grandmother in the world." Her long-lost great-great-grandson, Tim, is an aspiring vlogger who wants to latch on her now-famous grandma but ends up giving her a new reason to live.
Six Degrees of Separation from Lilia Cuntapay
A professional horror movie extra prepares for her first ever acting award nomination.
Marahuyo Project
Join King as he journeys through the highly traditional town of Marahuyo, meeting new friends and finding love along the way as he lobbies to create the first LGBTQIA+ org in their campus.
Only We Know
When a retired professor and a widowed engineer in his 40s bond after a chance meeting, their conversations on life and love turn into something more.
Filmography
as Lolo Tacio
as Mang Gusting
as Ka Igme (segment "Berbalang")
as Tribe Leader
as Ka Enteng
as Mr. Tugatog
as Bert
as Ama
as NBI Agent 1
as Mr. Chua
as a fisherman
as Lucy
as Police
as Pastor
as Fabian
as Ospret's Dad
as Claudio
as Padre Francisco Campmas
as Al
as Shiela's Father
as Bela's Father
as Uncle Carlitos
as Antonio Cruz / Tonyo
as William Guico
as Attorney
as Mang Ruben
as Father Giboy
as Mr. Siwa
as Greg
as Miguel Castro
as Priest
as Priest
as Vendor
as Mang Ambo
as Mang Rene
as Filipino Priest 2
as Mailman
as Spielberg
as Tagasuri
as Mang Roger
as Bangkero
as Good Samaritan
as Ahas
as Berto
as Kuya Rod
as Jun Ayuban
as Mr. Pangan
as Joey Smith fan
as Mang Karyo
as Elmer
as Bong
as Himself
as News Reporter
as Nong
as Father Guido
as Chairman Boy English Resuello
as Swimming Coach
as Bernie (segment "BBF")
as Boy
as Tatang Turing
as Mr. Hong