Death to Philippine Cinema!

Death to Philippine Cinema!

2018 · 20 min · Comedy

Joe is a telewriter for GM8's biggest regional soap opera, Sa Pagtila Ng Ulan. Nearing their series finale, Joe is at odds with the soap opera showrunner, who wants a cliché ending for the show. A battle of external and internal conflicts arises as Joe tries to deal with the pressures of catering to the general audience's taste and his own creative fulfillment.

Directed by Rodiell Veloso · Written by Rodiell Veloso

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