About
SYNOPSIS
A coming-of-middle-age film about a timid Filipino immigrant struggling with the care of an elderly parent while managing his first experience of puppy love.
Drama | 94 min | 2021 | English, Tagalog/Filipino
Written & Directed by: Martin Edralin
Starring: Rogelio Balagtas, Sheila Lotuaco, Esteban Comilang
AWARDS
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SXSW - Special Jury Recognition for Breakthrough Performance
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Canadian Screen Awards (Nominations) - Best First Feature Film, Actor in a Leading Role, Actor in a Supporting Role
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Calgary International Film Festival - Emerging Canadian Artist Award
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Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival - Special Jury Award for Ensemble Acting
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Vancouver International Film Festival - Special Jury Mention, Best Emerging Canadian Director
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Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival - Audience Choice Award
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Available Light Film Festival - Best Canadian Feature Film
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Kingston Canadian Film Festival - Best First Feature
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Gimli International Film Festival - ACTRA Manitoba Best Performance Award
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Regina International Film Festival and Awards - Canadian Feature Winner
MORE FILM FESTIVAL SELECTIONS
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Mostra São Paulo International Film Festival
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San Diego Asian Film Festival
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Hawaii International Film Festival
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New Orleans Film Festival
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International Film Festival of India
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QCinema International Film Festival
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Victoria Film Festival
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Santa Barbara International Film Festival
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Asian Pop-up Cinema
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Wisconsin Film Festival
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North by North International Film Festival
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Halifax Independent Filmmakers Festival - Opening Film
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Beijing International Film Festival
