AWARD WINNING FILIPINO MOVIES THAT YOU SHOULD WATCH

 "Indie films" or Independent Films in the Philippines are mostly based on a real-life events it is a realistic portrayal of Filipino society it tackles issues related to the culture of corruption, poverty, sexual assault, drug abuse, slavery, war, and a lot of conflicting ideas that makes the film different to standout.  

Here are some of the best indie films that you can access online and will make you feel a mix of emotions 

Mindanao 

Mindanao tells the story of the Muslim woman Saima Datupalo (Judy Ann Santos). While taking care of her cancer-stricken daughter named Aisa Datupalo (Yuna Tangog) in a temporary home for children with cancer called the House of Hope in Davao, her soldier husband Malang Datupalo (Allen Dizon), a combat medic, is an offensive operation in Maguindanao.

Director: Brillante Mendoza (as Brillante Ma Mendoza)
Writer: Honeylyn Joy Alipio (screenplay) (as Honee Alipio)
Date released: 2019

(The movie will be airing soon on GMA 7)

Kalel, 15

The film addresses several issues at the same time: the stigma surrounding HIV, the carelessness of the youth in the Philippines when it comes to sex, the heavy-weight consequences of growing up with a troubled parent, and the Christian double moral.

Kalel is a Catholic boy. Except for his mother and sister, no one else knows that his father is a priest. Kalel is recklessly searching for love and recognition from strangers he meets online and one day he is diagnosed with HIV. When his mother runs off with her secret lover, he is left alone with his sister and her junky boyfriend. When they are evicted from their home, Kalel has no other place to go than to see his father, who gives him money for the rent. But Kalel, being 15, is going to spend the money on other things.

Director: Jun Lana (as Jun Robles Lana)
Writer: Jun Lana (as Jun Robles Lana)

Date released: 2019

(Now available on Netflix)

Babae at Baril

A department store saleslady has had enough of being an underdog. One night, she discovers a peculiar-looking gun right on her doorstep. Her life drastically changes as she discovers how much power owning a gun can give her.

Director: Rae Red
Writer: Rae Red
Date released: 2019

(The movie is available on Cignal Play app)

Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros

A young boy falls in love with a handsome policeman who is investigating his family's criminal activities.

Director: Auraeus Solito
Writer: Michiko Yamamoto (story and screenplay)

Date released: 2005 

(The Movie is available on the Youtube channel of Cinema Original)