To Become a Mother
by Von Victor Viernes | Mapua University- Makati
Best Costume and Hair Design
19:28 | Narrative
Logline: After getting abandoned by his ex-partner, transwoman Giliw pursuits her dream of becoming a mother on her ex's child baptism
Synopsis: The film follows the not-so-colorful life of Giliw after getting abandoned by his long-term partner, Roy. After a year of Giliw working in Japan, Roy and his girlfriend, Lilet, invites her to attend their child's baptism. Suddenly, Giliw discovers the unfortunate situation of Lilet and her child.
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Filmmaker's Profile
Von Victor Viernes
During his childhood, Von Victor Viernes considered a film set as his safe space, which encouraged him to take filmmaking at Mapua University. He already worked as a director, writer, producer, and production manager in previous films that introduced him to different film festivals in the Philippines, such as Gawad Alternatibo and Cinemalaya. At the age of 22, he was able to craft his skills with his creativity, vision, and sensibility to the community.
Crew
Cast: Mizael As Roy Pau Benitez As Lilet Carly Avila As Mystika Executive Producers: Pelilia Viernes, Von Vincent Viernes, Von Victor Viernes Producers: Von Victor Viernes, Via Kaye Co-Producer: Adam Dumaguin Supervising Producer: Dr. David R. Corpuz Production Manager: Angelika Espejo Line Producer: Daniel Magayon Director Of Photography: Allen Saflor Sound Recordist: Roi Cabral Editor: Kimi Antonio Crisostomo Colorist: Jm Basiwa Scorer: Jimmy Jagong Sound Designer: Narra Post-Production Production Designer: Ianne Leoncio Art Director: Jaybee Mendoza
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