Vilma Santos wants to go indie, slowly
By Bayani San Diego Jr.
Actress and Batangas Governor Vilma Santos has been wanting to act in an independent film.
Actress and Batangas Governor Vilma Santos has been wanting to act in an independent film.
The Philippine new wave finally hits Japan. Filipino independent filmmaker Jeffrey Jeturian’s “Bisperas (Trespassers)” emerged as the best film in the Winds of Asia-Middle East section of the 24th Tokyo International Film Festival held in Japan last Sunday.
Jeffrey Jeturian (left) presents his Cinemalaya Best Picture trophy (Directors’ Showcase) to “Bisperas” producer Joji Alonso, who is also a longtime friend. She produced his landmark film, “Kubrador,” in 2006 and he used to direct her TV show, “Legal Forum.” That same awards night, Best Actress winner Eugene Domingo (below, left) beams with pride as [...]
“Keep it low” is how award-winning director Jeffrey Jeturian advises budding independent filmmakers on how to handle production budgets. “If your film is interesting enough, you’ll be able to recoup your investments just by joining festivals abroad.” Jeturian says programmers and distributors look for themes that best reflect the country, which was what they saw [...]
