Entries from Filipino-American Filmmakers

Shamans of Siquijor: The Healers

Director: RC Brillantes

Synopsis: Over three hundred miles south of the Philippine capital of Manila lies the tropical island of Siquijor, famous for its traditional healers, sorcerers, and witches. "Shamans of Siquijor" follows three healers to learn about their practices and beliefs. With guidance from the supernatural world, healers cure illnesses using medicinal herbs, incantations, a magical prayer wheel, and other means. The documentary is an introduction to this healing culture. Is folk healing still valuable for the social and spiritual life of the community or just a dying relic of old traditions?

Running Time: 27 minutes

Genre: Documentary

Language: Cebuano (Visayan) with English subtitles and English

Website: http://www.shamansofsiquijor.blogspot.com/

IN THE CLOSET
Director: Keith Lapinig (Roots - Cebu)

Synopsis: While growing up, a child's most vivid fear is the monster that lives in their closet. Every child had one, but what happens to a monster when their child is no longer afraid of them? Where do they go? In The Closet, a film based on true events, answers this.

Running Time: 11 minutes, 25 seconds
Genre: Animated Comedy

Language: English