This blog is a personal exploration of my experiences as both a scriptwriter and a director. It's hard to believe that I made this script just for 1 day and it's been successful. I was very proud of myself at that time for making it possible. I believe that it's just because I trust my capabilities without hesitation.
Join me as I embark on this journey together, exploring the art of storytelling and the magic of filmmaking together with my co-artist since I'm also an actor at this time.
This is me acting as the bishop of this story. Standing before the altar, my heart felt with a mix of solemnity and joy as I laid my hands upon Fr. Vicente Ferrer's head, ordaining him into the priesthood. It was a powerful scene in the film, a moment of deep significance in the story. For me, though, it was something more. It was very interesting since this is my dreams too.
As I pronounced the words of ordination, I was reminded of myself standing in Fr. Vicente's shoes before the altar, ready to dedicate my life unto God and His people. At the same time, imagining if what will the future holds too.
On that day, I realized how beautiful it would be to see the dreams of becoming a priest and walking on the road of service as chosen by Fr. Vicente. This was a moment of intense self-reflection that showed me that the way to our dreams is long and winding, but in the end, it is a journey worth taking. And I hope you'll always pray for as I discerning to be a priest someday.
Through my writing journey, I was inspired to write and write because this is the only way for me to express my leanings to other people in order for them to bring this into their entire lives. I even join in the contest that I bring the name of the church, the Parish Youth Coordinating Council of Bogo. The filmmaking is entitled 3rd Localized AHD Film Festival, hosted by Bogo Responsible Adolescent and Health Development in collaboration with the City Government of Bogo. We the youth have once again proven our dedication, passion, and resilience.
We even awarded as the
🏆 Audience Choice Award
🎭 Best Actor: Alper Lepiten
🎭 Best Supporting Actor: Syrus L. Lobitaña
🎬 4th Place Best Short Film Maker
"HISALAAG," our official entry in the 3rd Localized AHD Film Festival 2024, organized by the City Population and Development—LGU Bogo through Bogo Responsible Adolescents for Health and Development. This accomplishment is a testament to our passion, not just to compete but to advocate for the youth in our society. This film is all about the awareness of the young individuals in our society about the dangers of HIV/AIDS and teenage pregnancy, which are very rampant in our society. The message that could inspire young individuals to minimize and have limitations is that they will be having partners in life. The struggles they could encounter if they did not listen to the advice of their parents. I was the one who wrote this script because I'm an observer. And with that, I used my knowledge to give lessons to them so that they would not experience too.
I hope that by sharing my own journey, I can inspire others to pursue their creative dreams, to embrace the challenges and rewards of filmmaking, and to use the power of film to make a difference in the world.
Thank you for joining me on this journey. Let's continue to explore the world of filmmaking together, one story at a time.