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Ichael Cenabre

Ichael Cenabre is a Boholano director and cinematographer whose films draw from the memories, landscapes, and humor of Bohol and the Visayas. He has directed several short films that have received recognition at regional and national film festivals. His short film Mo Kanta Kay Way Laing No Choice received the Special Jury Prize at the 2025 DILAAB Film Festival. His 2025 short film Usa Ka Libo sa T…

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Win/Lose

Win/Lose · 2025

MovieRomanceComedy

Acquaintances Mark and Lexie find themselves honing their skills in an arcade in the hopes of winning a tournament while grappling with who deserves to win.

Safe Haven

Safe Haven · 2025

In the heart of Cebu’s chaotic streets, a woman clings to fleeting dreams and fading memories as she searches for a place of refuge in a world that no longer sees her.

Legazpi: And That One Philippine Island of Cunning Fools

Legazpi: And That One Philippine Island of Cunning Fools · 2026

Legazpi: And That One Philippine Island of Cunning Fools

MovieComedyWestern

In this time-defying, satirical adaptation of Miguel López de Legazpi's archived letters, the 16th-century Spanish expedition instead encounters present-day Cebu. The same difficulties with the island’s natives lead to their decision to leave for the other Philippine islands.

Usa ka Libo sa Tulo ka Mag Amigo

Usa ka Libo sa Tulo ka Mag Amigo · 2025

Usa ka Libo sa Tulo ka Mag Amigo

A trio of lifelong friends sets out for the city with big dreams and only a thousand in hand. Can they survive, or will the thousand test their dreams and friendship?

Wave of Life

Wave of Life · 2023

MovieDocumentary

In the aftermath of Typhoon Odette, an elderly fishing couple grapples with the devastating impact on their lives and livelihood. Once abundant harvests are now reduced to meager catches, their poignant journey unfolds against the backdrop of a changing ocean.

The Spirit Beside Me Will Soon Say Goodbye

The Spirit Beside Me Will Soon Say Goodbye · 2026

The Spirit Beside Me Will Soon Say Goodbye

On a mystical island in Bohol, tour guide Paloy notices that the daily offering left for the Abyan, a nature spirit, has gone untouched. He soon learns that the island’s last Abyan is preparing to leave. Paloy prepares a despedida for his Abyan friend.

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Win/Lose

Win/Lose · 2025

MovieRomanceComedy

Acquaintances Mark and Lexie find themselves honing their skills in an arcade in the hopes of winning a tournament while grappling with who deserves to win.

Cinematography

Safe Haven

Safe Haven · 2025

In the heart of Cebu’s chaotic streets, a woman clings to fleeting dreams and fading memories as she searches for a place of refuge in a world that no longer sees her.

Director of Photography

Legazpi: And That One Philippine Island of Cunning Fools

Legazpi: And That One Philippine Island of Cunning Fools · 2026

Legazpi: And That One Philippine Island of Cunning Fools

MovieComedyWestern

In this time-defying, satirical adaptation of Miguel López de Legazpi's archived letters, the 16th-century Spanish expedition instead encounters present-day Cebu. The same difficulties with the island’s natives lead to their decision to leave for the other Philippine islands.

Cinematography

Usa ka Libo sa Tulo ka Mag Amigo

Usa ka Libo sa Tulo ka Mag Amigo · 2025

Usa ka Libo sa Tulo ka Mag Amigo

A trio of lifelong friends sets out for the city with big dreams and only a thousand in hand. Can they survive, or will the thousand test their dreams and friendship?

Writer

Wave of Life

Wave of Life · 2023

MovieDocumentary

In the aftermath of Typhoon Odette, an elderly fishing couple grapples with the devastating impact on their lives and livelihood. Once abundant harvests are now reduced to meager catches, their poignant journey unfolds against the backdrop of a changing ocean.

Editor

The Spirit Beside Me Will Soon Say Goodbye

The Spirit Beside Me Will Soon Say Goodbye · 2026

The Spirit Beside Me Will Soon Say Goodbye

On a mystical island in Bohol, tour guide Paloy notices that the daily offering left for the Abyan, a nature spirit, has gone untouched. He soon learns that the island’s last Abyan is preparing to leave. Paloy prepares a despedida for his Abyan friend.

Director