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Filipino movie 'Paquil' honored at international film fest

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Josh Mercado

<div> </div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1737425316626image0 (4).jpeg" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Beauty Gonzalez in a scene from &quot;Paquil.&quot; " style="width:960px"/>Beauty Gonzalez in a scene from &quot;Paquil.&quot; </div>Filipino movies continue to make waves worldwide, demonstrating that there is an international audience for them, and the film industry should be proud of that.Adding to the list is the romance drama &quot;Paquil,&quot; which recently received acclaim at the Five Continents International Film Festival in Venezuela.The film, with its international title &quot;The Miracle,&quot; won Special Mention Production Feature Film for executive producer Vincent Soriano, Special Mention Cinematography for Marvin Reyes, and Best VFX for Gary Morallos, Dave Morallos, Ronaldo Reyes and John Kenneth Paclibar.It also bagged the Best Lead Actress award for Beauty Gonzalez, as well as Best Fantasy Feature Film.&quot;Paquil&quot; revolves around Christina (Gonzalez), who finds herself at a crossroads while returning to her roots in the old town of Pakil. Despite personal and professional challenges, she is driven by a strong desire to revive Pakil&#x27;s treasured but dwindling legacy of Komedya, a traditional theatrical form that has long been linked to the town&#x27;s rich history.Christina&#x27;s trip grows complicated but more significant as she meets the strange yet charming Paolo (JM de Guzman). They create a strong friendship due to their common desire for redemption. In their quest to restore the Komedya to its former glory, they not only renew the town&#x27;s cultural identity, but also discover healing and hope within themselves.The film highlights this journey as both personal and social, with tradition providing comfort and strength in the face of life&#x27;s trials.&quot;Paquil&quot; also stars Yayo Aguila, VJ Mendoza, Kych Minemoto, Arnold Reyes, Leandro Baldemor, Lui Manansala, Angela Cortez, Iyah Mina, Bambi Rojas, Star Orjaliza, Joel Saracho, Lou Veloso, Nino Mendoza, Argel Saycon, and Lilet Esteban, and introduces Olivia Crisologo.Written by Archie del Mundo and directed by Lemuel C. Lorca as the initial offering of Resiko Entertainment Productions, the movie opens in Philippine cinemas on February 12.

"Paquil" recently received acclaim at the Five Continents International Film Festival in Venezuela.

"Paquil" recently received acclaim at the Five Continents International Film Festival in Venezuela.