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Enrique Gil embracing producer hat, pitching 2 new projects to Netflix

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Gretchen Fullido

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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1721355334586enrique.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>MANILA -- Actor Enrique Gil, is stepping into an exciting new role: working behind the camera. In his latest project, &quot;Strange Frequencies,&quot; Gil not only stars but also takes on a significant role in its production, showcasing his passion for filmmaking.</p><p>&quot;Strange Frequencies,&quot; a film set to premiere at the <a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/2024/7/16/vice-ganda-s-and-the-breadwinner-is-leads-first-5-entries-of-mmff-2024-1428" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF)</a> this December, breaks new ground with its innovative found footage style. The film, which revolves around a live stream in a haunted hospital, is a first in Philippine cinema. </p><p>&quot;When they pitched the concept, I was immediately sold by the whole thing. I just can&#x27;t wait for everybody to go and watch it,&quot; Gil shared enthusiastically.</p><p>The film was shot in the notorious Xinglin Hospital in Taiwan, known for its supernatural lore. In a bold move, the production eschewed a traditional film crew, relying instead on GoPros and CCTV cameras. </p><p>&quot;We&#x27;re just gonna be shooting the whole film on our own with GoPros. And we&#x27;re gonna set up some CCTV cameras,&quot; Gil explained. This hands-on approach required the actors, including Gil, to take on multiple roles. </p><p>&quot;It&#x27;s a different experience. You&#x27;re not just acting, but you&#x27;re also taking footage of everything. Parang naging camera guy ka na rin,&quot; he added, highlighting the immersive and raw nature of the project.</p><p>Gil&#x27;s passion for the horror genre is deeply personal. Reflecting on his childhood, he recounted, &quot;I&#x27;ve been a big fan of horror ever since I was a kid.&quot;</p><p>&quot;Growing up, Halloween was my favorite holiday. My dad would buy stuff from the US and he would decorate the whole house. It was the scariest house in our village.&quot; </p><p>His early experiences with horror clearly left a lasting impression, influencing his current work.</p><p>Transitioning to a producer role represents a significant milestone in Gil&#x27;s career. He sees it as a way to contribute more broadly to the film industry. </p><p>&quot;I think it&#x27;s part of growing up and a new chapter to my story. Something I can give back also to the industry as well,&quot; he said. </p><p>Despite the challenges, Gil finds the experience rewarding.</p><p>&quot;I enjoy it a lot, but it&#x27;s also so stressful as well. Kasi, I&#x27;m just learning. But it&#x27;s not just me. I have a team as well. Ang mga partners ko sa Immerse,&quot; he said, indicating his collaborative approach.</p><p>Gil is not stopping with &quot;Strange Frequencies.&quot; He and his team at Immerse are already pitching two new projects to streaming giant Netflix. </p><p>He wants to explore genres that excite him, such as horror, action, and comedy. </p><p>&quot;I wanna focus on stuff that I&#x27;ve never really done before. Things that really excite me right now. Na it&#x27;s not too mainstream,&quot; he said. </p><p>With &quot;Strange Frequencies,&quot; Gil hopes to open viewers&#x27; minds to the supernatural.</p><p>&quot;Just to be open. I believe these things exist. We&#x27;re all energies here. Even God&#x27;s also spirit as well. I want people to be aware and be respectful about it. And they&#x27;re gonna learn a lot by watching our movie,&quot; he said. </p><p>One of the official entries at the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival this coming December, &quot;Strange Frequencies&quot; stars Enrique Gil, Jane de Leon, Alexa Miro, MJ Lastimosa, Rob Gomez, Raf Pineda and YouTuber Zarckaroo.</p><div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/2024/7/17/enrique-gil-jane-de-leon-star-in-mmff-entry-strange-frequencies-659" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Enrique Gil, Jane De Leon star in MMFF entry &#x27;Strange Frequencies&#x27;</a><br/><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/2024/7/16/vice-ganda-s-and-the-breadwinner-is-leads-first-5-entries-of-mmff-2024-1428" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vice Ganda&#x27;s &#x27;And The Breadwinner Is&#x27; leads first 5 entries of MMFF 2024</a></div><div><strong>RELATED VIDEOS:</strong></div><div><ivs-player data-ivs-key="e8c22c015ca9eafa76f1e3edfa03c603" data-ivs-spid="3001339" data-ivs-vid="2948038"></ivs-player></div><script src="https://player.ivideosmart.com/ivsplayer/v4/dist/js/loader.js"></script><script src="https://player.ivideosmart.com/ivsplayer/v4/dist/js/loader.js"></script><script src="https://player.ivideosmart.com/ivsplayer/v4/dist/js/loader.js"></script><div><br/></div>

<p>MANILA -- Actor Enrique Gil, is stepping into an exciting new role: working behind the camera.</p>

MANILA -- Actor Enrique Gil, is stepping into an exciting new role: working behind the camera.