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Judy Ann Santos reflects on memorable trip to Portugal

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E. Kristhoff Cagape

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<p>Judy Ann Santos shared her unforgettable experience in Porto, Portugal, as she attended the Fantasporto Film Festival, where she clinched the Best Actress Award for her performance in<em> Espantaho.</em></p><p>Taking to Instagram, the actress shared glimpses of her adventure in the picturesque city alongside her husband, Ryan Agoncillo, and close friends.</p><p>&quot;PORTO... you were such a revelation. Napaka-charming mo. Sa kabila ng lamig at ulan, ang ganda mo pa ring libutin,&quot; she posted.  </p><p>The actress added: &quot;It made this trip even more special with the closest and dearest people to me.&quot;</p><p>Judy Ann admitted that she traveled to Porto with no expectations, simply eager to represent their film and the Philippines on an international stage.</p><p>&quot;Pumunta kami ng Porto ng walang inaasahan kundi mai-represinta lang namin ang pelikula at bansa natin. Umuwi akong bitbit ang pinakamabigat na [tropeyong] natanggap ko buong buhay ko,&quot; she stated.</p><p>The actress expressed her deep gratitude to the Fantasporto Film Festival. &quot;Maraming salamat FANTASPORTO! Hinigitan mo ang lahat sa puso ko,&quot; she stated.</p><p>Judy Ann also dedicated her big win to her <em>Espantaho</em> team. &quot;Alay ko to sa lahat ng bumuo ng pelikulang<em> ESPANTAHO</em>.. para sa inyo to.. @chitorono @direk_chris_martinez @attyjoji @neildaza sa buong cast, crew, staff, editors .. lahat lahat kayo.. para sa jnyo to!&quot;</p><p>The actress also took a moment to express appreciation for Ryan for making the journey even more special. &quot;And my love @ryan_agoncillo thank you, for making this journey more memorable. I love you forever. ❤️&quot;</p><div><br/></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DHLtGdNSFjg/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A2304974.399999976%2C%22ls%22%3A408801.09999996424%2C%22le%22%3A408804.09999996424%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="898" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Judy Ann won her Best Actress award at Fantasporto Film Festival on March 9.</p><p>In her acceptance speech, the actress expressed her pride in representing the Philippines. &quot;I would like to thank the jury, Fantasporto for the recognition. It is with great pride and honor that I am here to represent my country which is the Philippines,&quot; she stated.</p><p>She also dedicated her award to her family. &quot;To my husband and to my three children, they&#x27;ve always been my inspiration in every project I make. I&#x27;m just so happy I am bringing home the best souvenir,&quot; she stated.</p><p><em>Espantaho </em>follows the story of &quot;Monet (played by Judy Ann) and her mother Rosa, who are mourning over the death of the family patriarch Pabling. During the nine days of pasiyam, dark secrets and a malevolent plot start to unravel,&quot; as per its IMDb.</p>

<p>Judy Ann Santos attended the Fantasporto Film Festival in Porto, Portugal, where she clinched the Best Actress award for her performance in 'Espantaho.' </p>

Judy Ann Santos attended the Fantasporto Film Festival in Porto, Portugal, where she clinched the Best Actress award for her performance in 'Espantaho.'