Signal Rock
Signal Rock is a 2018 Filipino independent drama film produced and directed by Chito S. Roño, starring Christian Bables together with an ensemble cast. The film was produced by CSR Productions and distributed by Regal Entertainment on August 15, 2018 which serves as the official entry to the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino.[2] It was selected as the Philippine entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 91st Academy Awards, but it was not nominated.[3]
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| Directed by | Chito S. Roño |
| Written by | Rody Vera |
| Produced by | Chito S. Roño |
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| Cinematography | Neil Daza |
| Edited by | Carlo Francisco Manatad |
| Music by | Erwin Fajardo |
Production company | CSR Productions |
| Distributed by | Regal Films |
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Running time | 130 minutes[1] |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Based on a true story and set in 1990s, the film follows Intoy (Bables), as he takes care of his family in Biri, Samar while his sister is in the overseas, only to contact her using strange rock formations in the island.
Premise
The story follows Intoy (Bables) who lives with his family in Biri, Northern Samar while his sister Vicky works in Finland. Vicky marries a foreigner believing that it will solve their financial problems. In order to contact his sister, Intoy must scramble about the strange rock formations in the island to attain signal, as is it the only location where he can do so. Intoy experiences conflict due to his love for a woman who will soon leave for Manila, his duty in the island, and his ambitions, which include leaving the island for work. Traditionally, women leave the island, while the men stay.[4]
Cast
- Christian Bables[5] as Intoy Abakan
- Daria Ramirez[5] as Alicia Abakan
- Nanding Josef[5] as Jamin Abakan
- Mon Confiado[5] as Damian
- Elora Españo[5] as Rachel
- Keanna Reeves[5] as Gloria
- Francis Magundayao[5] as Bong
- Archie Adamos[5] as Mario
- Sue Prado[5] as Loida
- Jomari Umpa[5] as Kiko
- Ces Quesada[5] as Chona
- Kokoy De Santos[5] as Gabs
- Judy Ann Santos[6][non-primary source needed] as Vicky Abakan
- Mara Lopez as Gina
- Ruby Ruiz[5] as Mila
- Dido dela Paz[5]
- Arnold Reyes[5] as Joaquin
- Menggie Cobarrubias[5] as Mayor
- Joel Saracho[5]
- JayR Versales[5]
- Lee O'Brian[5] as Finnish Consul
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award-giving body | Recipient(s) | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 | 2nd Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino[7] | Signal Rock | Critics' Choice | Won |
Signal Rock | Special Jury Prize | Won | ||
Best Performance by an Actor | Won | |||
| 5th Hanoi International Film Festival[8][9] | Signal Rock | Best Main Actor | Won | |
2019 | 17th Dhaka International Film Festival[10] | Rody Vera | Best Script | Won |
| ASEAN International Film Festival & Awards[11][12] | Signal Rock | Best Film | Won | |
Chito S. Roño | Best Director | Nominated | ||
Elora Españo | Best Actress | Nominated | ||
Rody Vera | Best Screenplay | Nominated | ||
| 3rd GEMS Hiyas ng Sining Awards[13][non-primary source needed] | Signal Rock | Best Independent Film | Nominated | |
Chito S. Roño | Best Director (Independent Film) | Nominated | ||
Best Actor | Nominated | |||
Daria Ramirez | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated | ||
Arnold Reyes | Best Supporting Actor | Nominated | ||
| 67th FAMAS Awards[14] | Signal Rock | Best Picture | Nominated | |
Best Actor | Nominated | |||
Daria Ramirez | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated | ||
Nanding Josef | Best Supporting Actor | Nominated | ||
Rody Vera | Best Original Screenplay | Nominated | ||
| 41st Gawad Urian Awards[15] | Signal Rock | Best Picture | Nominated | |
Chito S. Roño | Best Director | Nominated | ||
Best Actor | Nominated | |||
Daria Ramirez | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated | ||
Rody Vera | Best Screenplay | Won | ||
Neil Daza | Best Cinematography | Nominated | ||
Mark Sabas | Best Production Design | Nominated | ||
Carlo Francisco Manatad | Best Editing | Nominated | ||
Albert Michael Idioma | Best Sound | Nominated | ||
| 35th PMPC Star Award for Movies[16] | Signal Rock | Movie of the Year | Nominated | |
Chito S. Roño | Movie Director of the Year | Nominated | ||
Daria Ramirez | Movie Supporting Actress of the Year | Nominated | ||
Rody Vera | Movie Screenwriter of the Year | Nominated | ||
Neil Daza | Movie Cinematographer of the Year | Nominated | ||
Mark Sabas | Movie Production Designer of the Year | Nominated | ||
Carlo Francisco Manatad | Movie Editor of the Year | Nominated | ||
Albert Michael Idioma | Movie Sound Engineer of the Year | Nominated | ||
Signal Rock | Movie Ensemble Acting of the Year | Nominated | ||
| 3rd EDDYS (Entertainment Editors’ Choice)[17] | Signal Rock | Best Picture | Nominated | |
Chito S. Roño | Best Director | Nominated | ||
Best Actor | Nominated | |||
Daria Ramirez | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated | ||
Rody Vera | Best Screenplay | Nominated | ||
Neil Daza | Best Cinematography | Nominated | ||
Jaypee Estigoy | Best Visual Effects | Nominated | ||
Mark Sabas | Best Production Design | Nominated | ||
Carlo Francisco Manatad | Best Editing | Nominated | ||
Albert Michael Idioma | Best Sound | Nominated | ||
| 6th UFF Urduja Film Heritage Awards[18] | Signal Rock | Jury Award (Movie of the Year: Drama) | Won | |
Best Actor | Won | |||
Neil Daza | Best Cinematography | Won | ||
| 37th FAP Luna Awards[19] | Signal Rock | Best Picture | Nominated | |
Chito S. Roño | Best Director | Won | ||
Best Actor | Nominated | |||
Best Supporting Actor | Nominated | |||
Daria Ramirez | Best Supporting Actress | Won | ||
Rody Vera | Best Screenplay | Nominated | ||
Neil Daza | Best Cinematography | Nominated | ||
Mark Sabas | Best Production Design | Nominated | ||
Albert Michael Idioma | Best Sound | Nominated |
Ratings
According to the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB), due to several foul language, mature theme, and some sex scenes, only audiences eighteen (18) years old and above can view this well crafted film (Director's Cut). The MTRCB classified the film as rated R-18.[20]
See also
References
- ^ "'Signal Rock' running time:1 hour and 10 minutes". Click the City. Retrieved September 1, 2018.
- ^ Abanilla, Clarizel (July 21, 2018). "'Signal Rock' starring Christian Bables teaser now released". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Inquirer (Entertainment). Event occurs at 01:56PM. Retrieved September 1, 2018.
- ^ Dimaculangan, Jocelyn (26 September 2018). "Signal Rock is Philippine Foreign Language Film entry to Oscars 2019". PEP News. Retrieved 26 September 2018.
- ^ Del Valle, Precious (August 7, 2018). "'Signal Rock' depicts leaving behind family members for a better life". Rappler. Event occurs at 02:23 PM. Retrieved September 1, 2018.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s Hawson, Fred (August 15, 2018). "'Signal Rock' is another Chito Roño masterpiece". ABS-CBN Corporation. ABS-CBN Entertainment. Event occurs at 11:06 AM. Retrieved September 1, 2018.
- ^ "SIGNAL ROCK Trivia: Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo is the voice behind "Ate Victoria", the protagonist's sister". Instagram. Regal Entertainment. August 20, 2018. Archived from the original on 2021-12-24. Retrieved September 1, 2018.
- ^ Cruz, Marinel R. (August 22, 2018). "'Signal Rock' wins big at 2018 PPP". Philippine Daily Inquirer.
- ^ Caparas, Celso de Guzman. "Filipinos win honors in Hanoi International Filmfest". The Philippine Star.
- ^ Wong2018-11-01T07:58:00+00:00, Silvia. "'The Dark Room' takes best film at Hanoi International Film Festival". Screen.
- ^ "Award 2019 | DHAKA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL".
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- ^ "FULL LIST: Winners of the 2019 FAMAS Awards". Rappler.
- ^ "FULL LIST: Winners, Gawad Urian 2019". Rappler.
- ^ "FULL LIST: Winners, PMPC Star Awards for Movies 2019". Rappler.
- ^ "FULL LIST: Winners, Eddys Awards 2019". Rappler.
- ^ "Urduja Film Festival". urdujafilmfestival.blogspot.com.
- ^ "FULL LIST: Winners, Luna Awards 2019". Rappler.
- ^ "Movie and Television Review and Classification Board". midas.mtrcb.gov.ph. Retrieved 2021-08-19.
External links
- Signal Rock at IMDb