Hito
Synopsis
Between nuclear reactors and military curfews, 14-year-old Jani lives in a dystopian world oppressively devoid of empathy. Together, she and her slippery new friend Kiefer the talking catfish gear up to strike a surreal blow for freedom.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Kyrie Allison Samodio
Jani
Junjun Quintana
Director
Edwin Serrano
Donato
Ina Azarcon-Bolivar
Shania
Maricel Sombrio
Kiefer (voice)
Ben Alias
Kiefer (Suit Actor)
Bor Ocampo
Boyet
Kat Bonillo
Nora
Bet Bonillo
Vilma
Marti Salva
Walpurgis the Fisherman
Jade Lopez
Announcer (voice)
Sheenly Gener
Captain
Ben Alias
Gym Instructor
Timmy Harn
Assistant Director
Stephen Lopez
Crab
Henry Philip Lu
Fish
Pat Pamintuan
Bully
Mariel Lyka Policarpio
Fangirl
Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen Lopez
- Screenplay & Story
- Stephen Lopez
- Original Score
- Myles Hilado
- Original Title
- Hito
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 22m
- Production Studios
- ANIMA, Sound Goat Films, Amesho Films, Wapak Studios, Terminal Six Post
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Lopez
Stephen Lopez
Myles Hilado
Akie Yano
Quark Henares, Jan Pineda, Armi Rae Cacanindin, Sheka Ong, Stephen Lopez
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen Lopez
Director
Akie Yano
Director of Photography
Stephen Lopez
Writer
Jose Francis Icay
Production Design
Erwin Villareal
Production Design
Sheka Ong
Producer
Sheka Ong
Production Design
Myles Hilado
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Hito.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hito
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hito about?
Between nuclear reactors and military curfews, 14-year-old Jani lives in a dystopian world oppressively devoid of empathy. Together, she and her slippery new friend Kiefer the talking catfish gear up to strike a surreal blow for freedom.
Who directed Hito?
Hito was directed by Stephen Lopez.
Who stars in Hito?
The principal cast of Hito includes Kyrie Allison Samodio, Junjun Quintana, Edwin Serrano, Ina Azarcon-Bolivar, Maricel Sombrio.
When was Hito released and how long is it?
Hito was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Hito?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hito was composed by Myles Hilado.