Contestant #4
Synopsis
A young boy frequently visits an old man who lives alone, keeping him always in good company. One night, he chances upon the old man watching a dated clip of himself as a cross-dressing boy. This sparks within the young boy an interest to find out more about the old man's past. What he ultimately discovers aids both him and the old man towards a richer understanding of how the weight of life and identity should be carried.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
QCinema International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Celeste Joven, Kaj Palanca
- Screenplay & Story
- Celeste Joven, Kaj Palanca
- Original Title
- Contestant #4
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 18m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Celeste Joven, Kaj Palanca
Celeste Joven, Kaj Palanca
Tey Clamor
Carlo Francisco Manatad
Jade Castro
Department Leadership Roster
Celeste Joven
Director
Celeste Joven
Writer
Kaj Palanca
Director
Carlo Francisco Manatad
Editor
Tey Clamor
Director of Photography
Popo Diaz
Production Design
Kaj Palanca
Writer
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What is Contestant #4 about?
A young boy frequently visits an old man who lives alone, keeping him always in good company. One night, he chances upon the old man watching a dated clip of himself as a cross-dressing boy. This sparks within the young boy an interest to find out more about the old man's past. What he ultimately discovers aids both him and the old man towards a richer understanding of how the weight of life and identity should be carried.
Who directed Contestant #4?
Contestant #4 was directed by Celeste Joven, Kaj Palanca.
Who stars in Contestant #4?
The principal cast of Contestant #4 includes Joel Saracho, Elijah Canlas.
When was Contestant #4 released and how long is it?
Contestant #4 was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 18m.