Crisanto Ramos Jr

The acclaimed documentary is set to grace the world-renowned prestigious comic book and multi-entertainment convention.

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'Eraserheads: Combo on the Run' Makes History as First PH Docu at San Diego Comic-Con 2025

<div style="text-align:justify">The acclaimed documentary is set to grace the world-renowned prestigious comic book and multi-entertainment convention.</div><div style="text-align:justify"> </div><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571111704199" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Eraserheads: Combo on the Run </a>is set to make history as the first Filipino-produced film and the first music documentary to screen at the prestigious San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) in 2025.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>In a historic milestone for both Philippine cinema and the global music documentary scene, the film will not only be screened at SDCC but will also be featured in a panel discussion that will take place in Exhibit Hall 6BCF, an esteemed venue typically reserved for major titles in entertainment and pop culture. The panel will be led by director and producer Diane Ventura and joined by <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/5C8exBHLifsjZxzVErjRpn?si=wqwKq1eOT0iwgGf-VZGwZg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ely Buendia</a>, iconic frontman of the legendary Filipino rock band <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@eraserheads_official/videos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Eraserheads</a> and a central figure in the documentary.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>The presence of the Filipino docufilm at this venue marks a powerful moment of cultural crossover and artistic recognition, a feat that will surely bring pride and joy to the Philippines.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>“I’m incredibly grateful to have this opportunity to represent our people and country on a more global platform,” said Ventura. “It’s long been my dream to spotlight the ingenuity of Filipino art, talent, and creativity and to be part of a movement that reframes the Filipino narrative. This is also my way of putting out a more nuanced and extensive depiction of our people while bringing to light the richness, humor, and depth of our stories.”<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Upon its theatrical release in Philippine cinemas this summer under <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@WarnerBrosPH/videos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Warner Bros.</a>, the Dvent Pictures-produced Eraserheads: Combo on the Run received widespread acclaim from film critics and audiences alike. Billboard called it “a moving documentary for the younglings discovering their music and longtime fans reconnecting with the songs that defined their generation.” The film’s success at home led to multiple theatrical run extensions, screening in almost 200 cinemas nationwide.<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-FMY5ElCFz8?si=Hz2EycqNY4rmVfya" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div style="text-align:justify"> </div>In celebration of its SDCC debut, Kid Heroes Publications has also announced a special collaboration with the Eraserheads and DVent Pictures through a limited-edition one-shot comic book inspired by the film.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Inspired by the band’s documentary of the same name, the comic book reimagines the band’s semi-fictional journey through four unique stories told in an anthology format.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Illustrated by award-winning artists Raymund Lee, Felix Morales, and Ardie Aquino, and written by Patricio Ginelsa and Justin Quizon, Combo on the Run integrates music and mythology into an adventurous tale of musicians turned superheroes, making the world a better place one step at a time—thanks to their record-breaking hits, heroic deeds, and zombie-fighting missions.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>The comic book features two exclusive cover designs by prominent Filipino American artists. Known for his influential  work on Marvel titles such as The Punisher, X-Factor, Uncanny X-Men, and Iron Man, Whilce Portacio illustrated the Combo on the Run comic book cover, created exclusively for the 2025 San Diego Comic-Con edition. Meanwhile, Stephen Segovia, who made his mark on the international stage through his collaborations with DC Comics, lent his artistry to the SuperManila Exclusive edition.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fcomicodyssey%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02kSR4mH2YBJ94akYnQDNrjjBNj1EyRPfw3tkLSfPC8cEYyBEuPvHdheLfs47m7dQMl&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500" width="500" height="753" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Fans can pre-order the comic book now via the official Kid Heroes website.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Eraserheads Combo on the Run will be screened anew this time in theaters worldwide in 2025.

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'Eraserheads: Combo on the Run' Makes History as First PH Docu at San Diego Comic-Con 2025

Cris O. Ramos Jr.,

One Music PH

Published July 11, 2025 02:35 PM PHT

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Updated July 11, 2025 08:19 PM PHT

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