Gio Franco Alpuente

A young woman spends an ordinary day learning her family's beloved Bicolano laing recipe from her mother, where familiar rituals quietly reveal the beauty and complexity of an imperfect relationship.

In an Island-Barangay in Mauban, Quezon, an 18-year-old closeted gay, high schooler steers through the weight of his hypomanic highs and depressive lows all while navigating the discoveries and complexities of his sexuality, first love, heartbreak, and the narrow confines of his small community. Unknowingly, he tells his story through a performance for the school's dance in a poem contest.

Vincent, a fat gay guy comes home from a bad hook-up. At home, he'll find old friends only to be slapped with more insecurities. With only his social media beside him, will he be free from his inhibitions and rants? Will he find answers? Let's Volt In!