The Garden of Earthly Delights
Synopsis
In the slums of Manila, 11-year-old Ginto dreams of gang life over scavenging, rejecting his sister Asia’s care as she turns to sex work to survive. As Ginto falls for another boy in the gang, he’s forced to confront his identity and desires amid violence and poverty. Meanwhile, Dutch tourist Michael, consumed by dark impulses, descends into the city’s red-light district. When their paths cross, Ginto faces an impossible choice that will shape both their fates in a world where innocence is currency and survival comes at a cost.
Top Cast
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Ginto
Benjamin Moen
Michael
Francesca Dela Cruz
Asia
Bunny Cadag
Beyonce
Jakab Golding
Wolfy
John Michael Toling
Jojo
Paula Mikaela Padon
Lourdes
Ada Belamide
Liwa
Paolo Cabañero
Jejomar
Daniel Palisa
Evil Jesus
Ian Madrigal
Lapeña
Lotlot Bustamante
Blessica
Fred Montano
Taxi Driver
Reed Willard
Big Joe
Joshua Eliason
Tourist
Marjorie Glomar
Sunny
Janina Lorelei
Airport Passenger
Release History & Theatrical Window
Torino Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Morgan Knibbe
- Screenplay & Story
- Morgan Knibbe, Roelof Jan Minneboo
- Original Score
- Jose Antonio Buencamino
- Original Title
- The Garden of Earthly Delights
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands, Philippines, Belgium
- Spoken Languages
- English, Tagalog, Spanish
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Production Studios
- BALDR Film, Popple Pictures, CZAR Belgium, VPRO, RSVP Film Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Morgan Knibbe
Morgan Knibbe, Roelof Jan Minneboo
Jose Antonio Buencamino
Frank van den Eeden
Xander Nijsten
Frank Hoeve, Armi Rae Cacanindin, Frank Klein
Department Leadership Roster
Morgan Knibbe
Writer
Roelof Jan Minneboo
Writer
Xander Nijsten
Editor
Frank Hoeve
Producer
Armi Rae Cacanindin
Producer
Morgan Knibbe
Director
Frank van den Eeden
Director of Photography
Marxie Maolen Fadul
Production Design
Jose Antonio Buencamino
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Garden of Earthly Delights
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What is The Garden of Earthly Delights about?
In the slums of Manila, 11-year-old Ginto dreams of gang life over scavenging, rejecting his sister Asia’s care as she turns to sex work to survive. As Ginto falls for another boy in the gang, he’s forced to confront his identity and desires amid violence and poverty. Meanwhile, Dutch tourist Michael, consumed by dark impulses, descends into the city’s red-light district. When their paths cross, Ginto faces an impossible choice that will shape both their fates in a world where innocence is currency and survival comes at a cost.
Who directed The Garden of Earthly Delights?
The Garden of Earthly Delights was directed by Morgan Knibbe.
Who stars in The Garden of Earthly Delights?
The principal cast of The Garden of Earthly Delights includes JP Rodriguez, Benjamin Moen, Francesca Dela Cruz, Bunny Cadag, Jakab Golding.
When was The Garden of Earthly Delights released and how long is it?
The Garden of Earthly Delights was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 2h 4m.
Who composed the musical score for The Garden of Earthly Delights?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Garden of Earthly Delights was composed by Jose Antonio Buencamino.