Kalel, 15
“15 years old. Son of a priest. HIV positive.”
Synopsis
Surrounded by tensions and secrets, a teenage boy searches for validation and navigates life with a dysfunctional family following an HIV diagnosis.
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KALEL, 15 Trailer | PÖFF 2019
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-10-24
Top Cast
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Elijah Canlas
Kalel
Jaclyn Jose
Edith
Eddie Garcia
Father George
Gabby Padilla
Sue
Cedrick Juan
Danny
Elora Españo
Ruth
Sue Prado
Mameng
Kych Minemoto
Caloy
Dylan Ray Talon
Jeric
Timothy Castillo
Allan
Akira Morishita
Balmaceda
Giovanni Baldisseri
Mon
Mel Martinez
Client
Luis Ruiz
Paeng
Ruby Ruiz
Osang
Gilleth Sandico
Openg
Angie Castrence
School Principal
Malou Crisologo
Edith's Sister
Release History & Theatrical Window
Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jun Robles Lana
- Screenplay & Story
- Jun Robles Lana
- Original Score
- Teresa Barrozo
- Original Title
- Kalel, 15
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- The IdeaFirst Company, Cignal Entertainment, Octobertrain Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jun Robles Lana
Jun Robles Lana
Teresa Barrozo
Carlo Mendoza
Benjamin Gonzales Tolentino
Ferdinand Lapuz, Guido R. Zaballero, Sienna Olaso, Vitto P. Lazatin, Jane J. Basas
Department Leadership Roster
Teresa Barrozo
Original Music Composer
Jun Robles Lana
Director
Jun Robles Lana
Writer
Carlo Mendoza
Director of Photography
Benjamin Gonzales Tolentino
Editor
Marxie Maolen Fadul
Production Design
Ferdinand Lapuz
Producer
Guido R. Zaballero
Producer
Sienna Olaso
Producer
Vitto P. Lazatin
Producer
Jun Robles Lana
Producer
Rigo Ramirez
Stunt Coordinator
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kalel, 15
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What is Kalel, 15 about?
Surrounded by tensions and secrets, a teenage boy searches for validation and navigates life with a dysfunctional family following an HIV diagnosis.
Who directed Kalel, 15?
Kalel, 15 was directed by Jun Robles Lana.
Who stars in Kalel, 15?
The principal cast of Kalel, 15 includes Elijah Canlas, Jaclyn Jose, Eddie Garcia, Gabby Padilla, Cedrick Juan.
When was Kalel, 15 released and how long is it?
Kalel, 15 was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for Kalel, 15?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Kalel, 15 was composed by Teresa Barrozo.