Mariposa
Synopsis
Des, a sixteen-year old, has experienced being fingered as early as the age of seven. At age fourteen, she was raped by the same uncle and was sold by her aunt to Foreigners. She was brought to PREDA for her to recover from the incidents that happened. As she evolves and heals from it, she builds up her life again by staying and graduating junior highschool. Her graduation also marks her release from this facility. This sets her into a new journey of adjustments and new beginnings as she starts her studies in senior high. As she opens up to a new beginning, her story complicates with the law cases filed against her uncle and aunt.These cases are ongoing and the trials are yet to be made. For a young child that only wants to move forward with her life she is faced with the fear of the past.
Release History & Theatrical Window
2024 Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Melanie Faye
- Original Score
- Eco Anderson
- Original Title
- Mariposa
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 20m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Melanie Faye
Eco Anderson
Melanie Faye
Melanie Faye
Mae Victoria Tampos, Victor Mikael Tampos, Alecx Julianne Literal, Zairah Jimenez
Department Leadership Roster
Melanie Faye
Director
Melanie Faye
Director of Photography
Melanie Faye
Production Design
Melanie Faye
Editor
Alecx Julianne Literal
Producer
Zairah Jimenez
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Mariposa.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mariposa
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Mariposa about?
Des, a sixteen-year old, has experienced being fingered as early as the age of seven. At age fourteen, she was raped by the same uncle and was sold by her aunt to Foreigners. She was brought to PREDA for her to recover from the incidents that happened. As she evolves and heals from it, she builds up her life again by staying and graduating junior highschool. Her graduation also marks her release from this facility. This sets her into a new journey of adjustments and new beginnings as she starts her studies in senior high. As she opens up to a new beginning, her story complicates with the law cases filed against her uncle and aunt.These cases are ongoing and the trials are yet to be made. For a young child that only wants to move forward with her life she is faced with the fear of the past.
Who directed Mariposa?
Mariposa was directed by Melanie Faye.
Who stars in Mariposa?
The principal cast of Mariposa includes Not specified.
When was Mariposa released and how long is it?
Mariposa was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Mariposa?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mariposa was composed by Eco Anderson.