
Taya
“At a young age, Leo tries to enjoy his childhood while keeping his family together.”
Synopsis
In his teen years, Leo has become used to his father's frequent absence, getting by each day through the care of his mother and the presence of his friends down the block. His father, Ron, was usually out of a job, yet comes home drunk and abusive to his wife Anne. Leo tolerates the his father's abusive remarks to not make things worse, until Leo hears him slapping his mother. Out of rage, Ron storms out to leave them, yet Leo does not hesitate to chase him outside. He fails to catch up with his father on a tricycle. The following day, his friends appear before him as they tease him. He breaks down in tears as he chases them. The childish games and insults would never be the same for Leo.
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February 12, 2021
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Xyron Parapara
- Screenplay & Story
- Xyron Parapara
- Original Title
- Taya
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 4m
- Production Studios
- CineX, CineRealidad Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Xyron Parapara
Xyron Parapara
Jan Christian Dijan
Tyrone James Luanzon
Department Leadership Roster
Xyron Parapara
Director
Jan Christian Dijan
Director of Photography
Xyron Parapara
Production Design
Xyron Parapara
Writer
Tyrone James Luanzon
Editor
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Academedia
FDCP'S "ACADEMEDIA" KICKS OFF WITH SHORT FILMS FROM DE LA SALLE-COLLEGE OF SAINT BENILDE AND WEST VISAYAS STATE UNIVERSITY. The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), through its Academedia program, presents a curated lineup of student-made films which will screen FOR FREE in all Cinematheque Centres nationwide on March 18, Saturday. The Academedia short film screening is part of the official launch of the Agency's Academic Film Society (AFS) and Student Film Assistance Program (SFAP). To register for the screenings, sign up through this link: https://forms.gle/TBh5uJfkBBkJt5UWA FDCP's Academedia is an exhibition program led by the FDCP Cinematheque Centres which aims to feature the works of student filmmakers to guide and support them as they pursue their passion for filmmaking.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Taya
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Taya about?
In his teen years, Leo has become used to his father's frequent absence, getting by each day through the care of his mother and the presence of his friends down the block. His father, Ron, was usually out of a job, yet comes home drunk and abusive to his wife Anne. Leo tolerates the his father's abusive remarks to not make things worse, until Leo hears him slapping his mother. Out of rage, Ron storms out to leave them, yet Leo does not hesitate to chase him outside. He fails to catch up with his father on a tricycle. The following day, his friends appear before him as they tease him. He breaks down in tears as he chases them. The childish games and insults would never be the same for Leo.
Who directed Taya?
Taya was directed by Xyron Parapara.
Who stars in Taya?
The principal cast of Taya includes Paolo Gratuito, Abby Luanzon, Rommel Rubina.
When was Taya released and how long is it?
Taya was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 4m.



















