FILM SCREENING
Ghosts of Kalantiaw
Delving into figures like the pseudohistorical Kalantiaw and President Bongbong Marcos, this documentary is a deep exploration of the post-truth era.
Spotlight: Southeast Asian Short Films (Exhibition)
by Jeanette Ifurung & Miguel Alcazaren
Documentary | 86 min | 2022 | Philippines
Language: English, Filipino
Subtitles: English
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SYNOPSIS
In this edition of SPOTLIGHT, the festival features a carefully curated selection of Southeast Asian short films. This initiative aims to strengthen regional ties by highlighting both diverse and unifying narratives while fostering collaboration among Southeast Asian nations. By celebrating the region’s rich cultural heritage and promoting crucial conversations on shared human rights issues, SPOTLIGHT seeks to deepen connections and cultivate relationships across Southeast Asia.
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