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Ta Dutdotmo Kalilibnusan follows Duds, a once-promising painter who now survives on small painting jobs to make ends meet. He lives a quiet but difficult life with his devoted wife, Feling, whose sacrifices keep their household afloat. As his health declines and his hands begin to tremble, Duds struggles with a growing creative block and withdraws from the people around him. His attention becomes consumed by an unfinished painting of a waterfalls and the image of a mysterious woman who repeatedly appears in his thoughts and visions. Believing that she holds the key to completing his work, Duds becomes increasingly obsessed with finding her. While Feling continues to care for him and fight for their relationship, Duds loses his grip on reality and spirals toward violence and self-destruction. The film is a story about trauma, memory, and the devastating consequences of wounds left unhealed.

In a remote town haunted by whispers of a water creature known as the Magindara, believed to be behind a series of disappearances, a young boy defies his sister's warning and ventures beyond a dangerous trail to fetch medicine for his ailing sibling.

This documentary follows the story of Adha, a loyal 'Miss Gay' candidate and her quest to make ends meet by constantly joining in beauty contests. A popular form of entertainment in the country, BYUKON unravels the narratives of konteseras behind the pageant stage.

A student by day and a carnival worker from noon until past midnight. This documentary follows the story of a young dreamer who continues to pursue his aspirations with the 'perya' by his side. In a place where happiness and excitement are felt by many, adversities and crises led him to experience the total contrast.

In 2020, ABS-CBN, the biggest broadcasting network in the Philippines closed after being deprived to renew its franchise. This documentary tells the story of three former journalists who were affected by the network’s closure amid a global crisis. This move is deemed politically motivated by those from the media giant due to the former administration’s multiple threats prior to its SHUTDOWN

Zanjera Macupit is one of the oldest traditional communal irrigation systems in the town of Bacarra, Ilocos Norte. Many problems in agriculture challenge their organization such as the lack of adequate irrigation in the canals. How can a small farmers' organization like Zanjera Macupit overcome such challenges?

AC, an 8-year-old girl, uncovers the rich tradition of abel weaving, a cherished craft in her community. Guided by her grandmother, AC learns the intricate techniques of this art form, deepening her connection to her heritage and family legacy. The film beautifully captures AC's self-discovery and the profound bonds she forges with her community, inviting viewers to reflect on cultural preservation and the importance of familial ties.

A middle-aged couple abandons their wedding suits and unspoken vows to finally face their truth as queer individuals.

A documentary about a widow longing for his deceased grandchild with her poetic way of lamenting.