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KL Carpio
Born August 6, 1994 · Malolos City, Bulacan, Philippines (age 31)
KL Carpio (b. 1994) is a Filipino filmmaker, activist, and critic whose practice spans writing, directing, production, costume design, sound, editing, and producing. His works are rooted in real accounts and guided by a clear moral stance on exploitation, often centering conflict survivors, indigenous peoples, and the Philippines’ National Living Treasures. Carpio began as a film critic for NoInk…
Known For
Breakfast · 2020Breakfast
★ 7.32020
MovieRomance
In the twilight of their young yet profound relationship, Jade, an emerging photographer, and Logan, a rookie chef, discover the most important meal of the day—and of their lives. Written by two-time Palanca Award winner and Virgin Labfest regular Lino Balmes, with visuals crafted by award-winning filmmakers Joshua Reyles (Cinematography) and KL Carpio (Production and Costume Design), the short film trended worldwide on X (formerly Twitter) and became the most-watched short film during the pandemic.
Baon · 2019Baon
★ 8.52019
MovieDrama
A teacher recalls how his teacher during his elementary years greatly influenced and shaped his life. An official entry for Pista Ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2019 by Gawad Urian Winners Angeli Bayani (Best Actress, 2014), Noel Escondo (Best Short, 2016), KL Carpio (Best Short, 2017)
A Girl and A Guy · 2021A Girl and A Guy
★ 4.52021
MovieDramaRomance
A Girl and A Guy is a modern tale of young adults navigating the tricky world of relationships, connection, and intimacy in today’s society. The film tells the story of a girl, the story of a guy, and the story of a girl and a guy.
On the Job: The Missing 8 · 2022On the Job: The Missing 8
★ 10.02022
MovieActionCrime
Inspired by true events, the film chronicles the story of Sisoy Salas, a corrupt journalist seeking justice for his colleagues, and convict Roman Rubio, a hired gun who is regularly brought out of prison to perform assassinations.
Bliss · 2017Bliss
★ 5.12017
MovieThrillerHorror
After she gets into a film-production accident that leaves her crippled, successful actress Jane Ciego slowly transitions into madness after experiencing horrors and torture in her own home.
Single/Single: Love Is Not Enough · 2018Single/Single: Love Is Not Enough
★ 5.32018
MovieRomanceDrama
It picks up where the series left off in its final episode as the relationship of Joee and Joey moves on to the next level. Joee is about to give birth while Joey remains in love with her and tries to become a responsible foster father.
Wakas · 2016Wakas
★ 9.32016
MovieFantasyDrama
The story of a young vagabond who finds a mysterious book, only to discover that it has no ending.
Rabid · 2021Rabid
2021
MovieHorror
Rabid is an anthology film that probes into our everyday reality of anxiety, uncertainty and paranoia. It features distinct but interwoven stories that revolve around the different ways this world can drive us human beings to the brink of madness.
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Breakfast · 2020Breakfast
★ 7.32020
MovieRomance
In the twilight of their young yet profound relationship, Jade, an emerging photographer, and Logan, a rookie chef, discover the most important meal of the day—and of their lives. Written by two-time Palanca Award winner and Virgin Labfest regular Lino Balmes, with visuals crafted by award-winning filmmakers Joshua Reyles (Cinematography) and KL Carpio (Production and Costume Design), the short film trended worldwide on X (formerly Twitter) and became the most-watched short film during the pandemic.
Baon · 2019Baon
★ 8.52019
MovieDrama
A teacher recalls how his teacher during his elementary years greatly influenced and shaped his life. An official entry for Pista Ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2019 by Gawad Urian Winners Angeli Bayani (Best Actress, 2014), Noel Escondo (Best Short, 2016), KL Carpio (Best Short, 2017)
A Girl and A Guy · 2021A Girl and A Guy
★ 4.52021
MovieDramaRomance
A Girl and A Guy is a modern tale of young adults navigating the tricky world of relationships, connection, and intimacy in today’s society. The film tells the story of a girl, the story of a guy, and the story of a girl and a guy.
On the Job: The Missing 8 · 2022On the Job: The Missing 8
★ 10.02022
MovieActionCrime
Inspired by true events, the film chronicles the story of Sisoy Salas, a corrupt journalist seeking justice for his colleagues, and convict Roman Rubio, a hired gun who is regularly brought out of prison to perform assassinations.
Bliss · 2017Bliss
★ 5.12017
MovieThrillerHorror
After she gets into a film-production accident that leaves her crippled, successful actress Jane Ciego slowly transitions into madness after experiencing horrors and torture in her own home.
Single/Single: Love Is Not Enough · 2018Single/Single: Love Is Not Enough
★ 5.32018
MovieRomanceDrama
It picks up where the series left off in its final episode as the relationship of Joee and Joey moves on to the next level. Joee is about to give birth while Joey remains in love with her and tries to become a responsible foster father.
Wakas · 2016Wakas
★ 9.32016
MovieFantasyDrama
The story of a young vagabond who finds a mysterious book, only to discover that it has no ending.
Rabid · 2021Rabid
2021
MovieHorror
Rabid is an anthology film that probes into our everyday reality of anxiety, uncertainty and paranoia. It features distinct but interwoven stories that revolve around the different ways this world can drive us human beings to the brink of madness.
Slang/Along · 2019Slang/Along
★ 9.52019
MovieComedyFamily
"Slang Along" was an iflix Originals web series where celebrities like Karylle, Iza Calzado, and Yael Yuzon taught viewers about internet slang and meme culture. It combined entertainment with online language, focusing on memes, slang, and pop culture for a younger audience on the streaming platform. It was part of a slate of iflix Originals under a program called "Studio2:15," which featured various celebrity-hosted content, now owned by Tencent.
Microplastics · 2023Microplastics
★ 9.52023
MovieDrama
A few ordinary days in the life of a lonesome 7-year-old who grows up to be a middle-aged man still clueless about where to find happiness. Not many humans are around him, only plastics that suffocate his world. Then, he meets a guy who makes his heart beat.
Like In The Movies · 2020Like In The Movies
★ 7.62020
SeriesComedy
Gaya sa Pelikula (Like in the Movies) is about Karl, a 19-year old architecture student in the middle of an identity crisis and Vlad, a schoolmate on the run from his own family. As their lives become entwined by fate making them housemates over the semestral break, Karl and Vlad come to learn more about each other and themselves than they could have ever imagined.