Mariel Ritchie Jolejole

Mikoy and Biboy, two regular cinemagoers, promised a date to Ashley, Mikoy's crush, a movie date, only to discover that their town's old cinema is on the brink of closure due to the dwindling audiences fed up with repeated screenings of outdated films. Determined to save the date, they decide to make their own movie.

The life of Rene, a young man from Sag-Od in Las Navas, Northern Samar, is upended by the brutal Sag-Od massacre that claims his parents. Driven by grief and desperation, Rene learns of the mythical Biringan where he might have a chance to save his parents. Embarking on a perilous quest through dense forests and treacherous terrains, Rene faces supernatural challenges and confronts his own fears. As he delves deeper into the enigma of Biringan, he discovers that the line between myth and reality is perilously thin and learns the true power of belief and love. The Red Trails is a poignant exploration of cultural superstitions and historical truths, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

A teenage boy from a small barangay believes he has won a one‑million‑peso sardines promo, only to lose the proof moments later, sending him on a desperate, hopeful journey that blurs the line between dream and reality.