BONG CABRERA LEADS "BALOS" AT VLF XXI!

One of Philippine independent cinema's most compelling actors, Bong Cabrera, takes center stage in BALOS, a powerful new production featured in VLF XXI: Hubo't Hubad.

Bong Cabrera is known for Sa Ilalim ng Tulay (2011), The Guerrilla Is a Poet (2013), and Leonor Will Never Die (2022). Through these acclaimed films and numerous independent productions, he has established himself as one of the most respected actors in contemporary Filipino cinema.

Adding to his impressive body of work, Bong Cabrera is also part of Magellan, the international historical epic directed and written by Lav Diaz, which was selected for screening at the Cannes Film Festival. His inclusion in the prestigious project further cements his status as a globally recognized Filipino actor.

Now, the acclaimed indie actor takes on the role of Dr. Abdul Gandamara, a medical worker caught in an impossible moral dilemma when a wounded fighter unexpectedly arrives at a small Marawi hospital.


A STORY OF COURAGE, SILENCE, AND SURVIVAL.

As danger closes in, Dr. Gandamara and his fellow medical workers must decide:
⚠️ Stay silent to protect lives?
⚠️ Or reveal the truth and risk everything?

Leading an exceptional cast, Bong Cabrera delivers another powerful performance in a story that explores humanity, duty, and sacrifice amid conflict.

🎭 Also starring:
• Vincent Pajara as Ishmael
• Heart Puyong as Jeanie
• DMs Boongaling as Manong Tonton
• Fred Layno and Iman Rahima as Ensemble


🖋️ Playwright: Neil Arkhe Azcuna
🎥 Stage Manager: Quiel Campo
🎬 Director: Cholo Ledesma
🎬 Asst. Director: Dana Lee


📍 Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (CCP Black Box Theater)
📅 June 3–28, 2026
🎟️ Ticket Prices:
Regular – ₱1,000
Premium – ₱1,200

Buy your tickets now!

For single tickets:
🎟️ bit.ly/VLF21TicketWorld
🎟️ bit.ly/VLF21Ticket2Me

For Festival Passes:
🎟️ bit.ly/VLF21FestivalPassPremiereWeek
🎟️ bit.ly/VLF21MidWeekFestivalPass
🎟️ bit.ly/VLF21RepriseWeekFestivalPass

From award-winning independent films to the international festival circuit and the live stage, Bong Cabrera continues to champion bold Filipino storytelling that challenges, moves, and inspires audiences.

#BongCabrera #BALOS #VLF21 #HubotHubad #Magellan #LavDiaz #LeonorWillNeverDie #TheGuerrillaIsAPoet #SaIlalimNgTulay #IndependentCinema #PhilippineTheater #CCP #ShowbizFlashPh.

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