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In collaboration with 034 Productions, a production company in Japan, High Road Creatives announced its new movie “Crosspoint,” starring Kapamilya actor Carlo Aquino and Emmy-nominated actor Takehiro Hira.

In collaboration with 034Productions, a production company in Japan, High Road Creatives announced its new movie “Crosspoint,” starring Kapamilya actor Carlo Aquino and Emmy-nominated actor Takehiro Hira.

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Josh Mercado

<p>In collaboration with 034Productions, a production company in Japan, High Road Creatives announced its new movie “Crosspoint,” starring Kapamilya actor Carlo Aquino and Emmy-nominated actor Takehiro Hira.</p><p>Shot in Tokyo, “Crosspoint” revolves around the story of Manuel Hidalgo (played by Aquino), a big Filipino actor. He hits a dry patch which forces him to go to Japan where he earns a living while performing illegally at Filipino pubs there. </p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1724305527915image1 (4).jpeg" style="width:955px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p>Then he meets Shigeru Watanabe (played by Hira), a mid-50s construction manager who declares bankruptcy due to unpaid debts and is looking for a way out. </p><p>The two characters catch a news report about a high-profile serial killer. They discuss this golden opportunity and finally grasp enough courage to chase to get the reward money and solve their problems. </p><p>&quot;We chose Carlo dahil napaka-versatile and very good actor siya. We got the same vibes with Hira kaya kinuha namin siya. Plus, magaling ding magsalita ng English,&quot; Ravien Bracero, the head of High Road Creatives, shared. </p><p>The multimedia company specializes in film, television, and internet content led by Bracero. They produced the short film &quot;Nena,&quot; which won Best Foreign Film at Japan Indies Film Festival in 2021. They also created the feature film &quot;The Red Dress,” which was nominated as Best Picture in the 2023 Miyakojima Charity International Film Festival.</p><p>Meanwhile, their producing partner, Japan&#x27;s 034Production, is a creative studio that focuses on physical expression. It was founded by dancer-actor Sho Ikushima. </p><div><strong>Director’s take </strong></div><p>Japan-based Filipino filmmaker Donnie Ordiales directed the movie, saying the characters were inspired by real people he met in Japan.</p><p>He shared that everything in the film was put nicely together — from the story, sound, visual to execution. </p><p>When asked about the moral lesson of the movie, Ordiales responded: “Nothing is permanent in this world. Life can turn our lives upside down.&quot;</p><p>Showing on October 16 in cinemas, “Crosspoint” also stars Sarah Jane Abad, Ian de Leon, Zeppi Borromeo, Dindo Arroyo, and Polo Ravales. </p><div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/01/18/23/carlo-aquino-begins-shooting-intl-film-in-japan" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LOOK: Carlo Aquino begins shooting international film in Japan</a></div><div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/09/10/22/carlo-aquino-gears-up-for-international-film-role" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Carlo Aquino gears up for international film role</a></div><div><strong>Related videos:</strong></div><div><span class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Odp4OTFp0Ns?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><br/></div><div><span class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/cfhyujfcoBg?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><br/></div><div><span class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZuXjPMNJtQA?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><br/></div>

<p>In collaboration with 034 Productions, a production company in Japan, High Road Creatives announced its new movie “Crosspoint,” starring Kapamilya actor Carlo Aquino and Emmy-nominated actor Takehiro Hira.</p>

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LOOK: Carlo Aquino stars in new movie with Japanese actor Takehiro Hira

Josh Mercado

Published August 22, 2024 01:58 PM PHT

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Updated September 13, 2024 12:50 PM PHT

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