BUY TICKETS NOW: https://lapiff.chillhound.pro/event/5b3ca4d7-e2ca-4204-92c7-a64f8ba35316 to see my three new films as: Principal Actor in LOLO PEPE, Supporting Actor in WHAT YOU DON'T SAY and a cameo in UNCLE EDDY. The 1st Wave of FilAm Creations short films are: ************************************************************* - The Last Straw -- dir. Vince Cruz & Stanley Wong - What You Don't Say | Uncle Eddy -- dir. Rommel Andaya - Plaza Blvd -- dir. Cassandra Pimental - I Don't Love You -- dir. Mara De La Rosa - The Legend of the Basketball Ghost | Miss Understanding -- dir. Gabe Pagtama - Madeira -- dir. Kaitlyn Fae - Man Of My Dreams -- dir. John Cruz & Mark Dormitorio - Finding Ronwe -- dir. Angela Paviera - Lolo Pepe -- dir. Craig Obligacion-Wilson - Pictures of Perla -- dir. Lynn Harrod The 2nd Annual Los Angeles Philippine International Film Festival presents a Special Screening of "Fil-Am Creations: A Filmmaker Movement 1" with Q&A on Friday, October 27, 2017 at 10:00am. Cinemark Carson and XD Theaters inside the South Bay Pavilion Mall 20700 South Avalon Blvd #285 Carson, CA 90746 In an effort to inspire, motivate and mobilize the Filipino American and Filipino filmmaking community, FilAm Creative started a movement called "Fil-Am Creations" to challenge up-and-coming FilAm filmmakers to create new & original short films. Of these 1st Wave of short films, they made their World Premiere at the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival on May 3, 2017 to a sold out house in just one hour! Tickets: $10.00 Free parking lot available!
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LOLO PEPE is a finalist at FACINE's 24th Annual Filipino International Cine Festival. The film screens at the Opening Reception & Short Films Competition on Thursday, October 19 at 6:00pm at the Philippine Consulate General located at 447 Sutter Street, Social Hall, 5th floor in San Francisco, CA. Directed by Craig Obligacion Wilson and starring Jaime Barcelon, Jay Costelo Abe Pagtama, Virgil Apostol, Edwin A. Santos, Junot Lee, Sarnica May, Che Landon, Kathleen Neubauer and Niloo Khodadedh. FACINE 24 formally opens with screenings of short films selected by a three-member jury for competition for Best Film and Special Awards. Filmmakers from the Philippines and across the United States will be on hand to welcome San Francisco audience. Winners will be announced at the Awarding Ceremonies on October 22 at 9:00pm at the Roxie Theater located at 3117 16th Street, San Francisco, California. Purchase your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/facine-24-opening-reception-short-films-competition-tickets-38569943740 WHAT YOU DON'T SAY Screens at WeOwnthe8th's 4th Anniversary, October 5 at The Great Company9/18/2017 On Thursday, October 5, 2017, WeOwnthe8th will be celebrating four years at the Great Company in Downtown Los Angeles. There will be food from Seoul Sausage Company. There will also be lechon! After the 7:00pm social, they will be starting the night off with a 7:45pm screening of Rawmix Productions' WHAT YOU DON'T SAY written (with Bernard Badion) and directed by Rommel Andaya. Carlin James, Mari Lauren, Dante Basco, Erica Juliet, Michael Kuya, Joy Regullano, Sheila Tejada, Junot Lee, Jaclyn Aimee, Dante Swain, Melanie Padernal, Edwin A. Santos and Lianne Lin fill out the cast. With songs from AJ Rafael. At 8:15pm after the screening, an Asians on TV Panel will follow featuring Ritesh Rajan ("Stitchers"), Sujata Day ("Insecure"), Forrest Wheeler ("Fresh off the Boat") and Nikki SooHoo ("Heathers").
Edwin joins both the Planning and Selection Committees for the 2nd Annual Los Angeles Philippine International Film Festival set for October 26-29, 2017. Los Angeles Philippine International Film Festival (LAPIFF) is an organization devoted to the advancement, development and showcase of Filipino Filmmakers/Artists around the world through film, providing the global community of entertainment professionals and film goers with consistent annual screening events and panel discussions. LAPIFF provides charitable scholarships and a forum where Filipino Filmmakers/Artists can be recognized for their gifts, have open discussions about their movies and connect with industry professionals for understanding on production, distribution, representation and acquirement. During a press conference held at Pinoy Food Republic in Carson City, the LAPIFF selection committee announced that ten narrative feature length films would be competing in the film festival from October 29 to 29 at Cinemark Carson in South Bay Pavilion. As well as Filmmakers, Actors and Screenwriters Panel Discussions assembled together by Edwin A. Santos for educational purposes. LOLO PEPE - (Edwin in the Principal Role as "Tito Rey")
A Filipino Crime lord looks back on his life, and how witnessing his uncle get murdered his first week in the states leads him down a lifelong path of revenge. - http://festival.vconline.org/2017/films/lolo-pepe/ Producers: Craig Obligacion-Wilson, Anthony Stoppiello Director: Craig Obligacion-Wilson Writer: Craig Obligacion-Wilson Cast: Abe Pagtama, Virgil Mayor Apostol, Jaime Barcelon, Jay Costelo, Junot Lee, Kathleen Macafe Neubauer, Che Landon, Edwin Santos WHAT YOU DON'T SAY - (Edwin in the Supporting Role as "Edmond") Ted, Danilo and Shelly are talking about Erin, the birthday girl and her party. Ted is using this oppurtunity to express his love to her but Kane, another guy who is interested is in the way and on top of that, Ted is struggling to overcome his social anxiety. During the party, someone from the past gives Ted some sound advice. http://festival.vconline.org/2017/films/what-you-dont-say/ Producer: Jason Hwang Director: Rommel Andaya Writers: Rommel Andaya, Bernard Badion Assistant Director: Andrew Yi Cinematographer: Alan Chung Camera Operator: Homer Dulu Sound Editor, Mixer: Diana Cha Cast: Carlin James, Mari Lauren, Dante Basco, Erica Juliet, Michael Kuya, Joy Regullano, Sheila Tejada, Junot Lee, Jack Hernandez, Edwin Santos, Dante Swain, Lianne Lin, Melanie Padernal, Jay Lee UNCLE EDDY - (Edwin in a Cameo as "Relative") When slacker Veronica forgets to bring her Uncle Eddy to an appointment, her Type A sister Jessica makes sure she doesn’t forget her shortcomings. Will the two ever be able to put their differences aside? http://festival.vconline.org/2017/films/uncle-eddy/ Executive Producers: Jack Hernandez, Danice Cabanela Director: Rommel Andaya Writer: Jack Hernandez Story Editor: Danice Cabanela Cinematographer: Homer Dulu Sound: James Yochim Music Composer: Joy Ngiaw Editor: Homer Dulu Cast : Jack Hernandez, Danice Cabanela FILAM CREATIONS: A FILMMAKER MOVEMENT 6:00pm, Wednesday, May 3 at ArtShare LA. In an effort to inspire, motivate and mobilize the Filipino-American and Filipino filmmaking community, Visual Communications challenged FilAm Creations to create short films to premiere at The Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival 2017. As a result, filmmakers of various levels of experience stepped up to share their artistic voice and storytelling. LAAPFF 2017 is proud to present their efforts to all of you! SOLD OUT IN 1 HOUR SO, A RUSH LINE ONLY WILL OPEN AN HOUR BEFORE - http://festival.vconline.org/2017/shorts-programs/filam-creative-shorts/ WHAT YOU DON'T SAY Premieres at Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival, May 3rd at ArtShare LA4/7/2017 Written (with Bernard Badion) and directed by Rommel Andaya -- Carlin James, Mari Lauren, Dante Basco, Erica Juliet, Michael Kuya, Joy Regullano, Sheila Tejada, Junot Lee, Jack Hernandez, Dante Swain, Melanie Padernal, Lianne Lin and I are in the new film, WHAT YOU DON'T SAY. The film is set to premiere at the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival on Wednesday, May 3rd at 6pm at the Art Share-LA. Tickets on sale now: http://festival.vconline.org/2017/films/what-you-dont-say/ Watch the new trailer below (I'm in it): I went into a different process when I approached the character of "Tito Rey," the catalyst in LOLO PEPE. Written and directed by Craig Wilson (an actor's director), I had the pleasure acting alongside with Jaime Barcelon, Jay Costelo, Junot Lee, Kathleen Neubauer and Che Landon. The film is set to premiere at the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival on Wednesday, May 3rd at 6pm at the Art Share-LA. Tickets on sale now: http://festival.vconline.org/2017/films/lolo-pepe/ . Watch the new trailer below (I'm in it): "Samurai Cop 2: Deadly Vengeance" Premieres and Plays in Los Angeles, October 9 - 15, 201510/15/2015 SAMURAI COP 2: DEADLY VENGEANCE opened in Los Angeles at Laemmle NoHo 7 Cinemas; Friday, October 9, 2015 with a 7:20pm Premiere with Cast and Crew Q&A. It garnered the following screening to another sell out crowd. And, at the Martial Arts History Museum, the Cast & Crew made a Special Appearance for the Unveiling of the Flying Guillotine and Celebration of Bai Ling's Birthday; Saturday, October 10, 2015 before heading out to another sold-out evening screening of the film at the theater. SEATING IS LIMITED!! PLEASE RSVP at: [email protected] ** Created and produced by Edwin A. Santos, FilAm Creative hosts the Hollywood Actors Panel for Actors -- a panel discussion and networking event featuring our special industry guest panelists who represent the craft of acting across the board. Hear the panelists discuss about their explorations of the process and profession of acting; their reflections on personal experiences and artistic influences that informed and shaped their careers; their discussions of past and current projects and share valuable insights into the craft and the industry. Get a chance to ask the panelists questions, learn about open opportunities, and build your network. INDUSTRY PANELISTS INCLUDE: - Billy DaMota (casting director, CSA). He has cast more than a hundred of films, TV shows, plays, music vides, commercials, "God's Not Dead," "America's Most Wanted," "Above The Law." https://filamcreative.wordpress.com/2015/09/01/hollywood-actors-panel-september-19-2015-industry-guest-panelist-casting-director-billy-damota-csa/ - Janet Tscha (talent agent at Arlene Thornton & Associates). She is also Head of the On-Camera Department. She loves working with performers and takes pride in seeing her clients in the media everyday. https://filamcreative.wordpress.com/2015/09/16/hollywood-actors-panel-sept-19-2015-industry-guest-panelist-janet-tscha-talent-agent-of-arlene-thornton-associates/ - Tess Paras (actress / writer) known for her viral videos “Typecast” and “What If Catcalls Were Cheeseburgers?” She is currently recurring on The Disney Channel's "Girl Meets World" and most recognized for her role as “Dana Tomas” on NBC’s hit drama, "Grimm" - introducing the first Filipino-American storyline on primetime television. https://filamcreative.wordpress.com/2015/09/08/hollywood-actors-panel-sept-19-2015-industry-guest-panelist-working-actress-tess-paras/ - Eugene Cordero (actor / comedian) who teaches long-form improv at the Upright Citizens Brigade in Los Angeles. He regularly performs as a member of THE SMOKES - every Monday night - as well in Toledo Rep and ASSSSCAT at UCB, too. He has appeared in various films and television shows including "Kings of Summer," "Drunk History," "Kroll Show," and "Silicon Valley." He currently plays Officer Michael Newman in Paul Feig's Yahoo Screen original show, "Other Space." https://filamcreative.wordpress.com/2015/09/15/hollywood-actors-panel-sept-19-2015-industry-guest-panelist-eugene-cordero-actorcomedianteacher/ The panel will be moderated by Edward J. Mallillin (co-founder of FilAm Creative and serves on its Board of Directors. His credits include "Brown Soup Thing" [writer/director] and "Flipped Switch" [host/producer]. An outspoken advocate for education, he is the creator of "Rumor on the Playground," a multimedia assignment). Saturday, September 19, 2015 From 12pm to 2pm THE CLUBHOUSE IMPROV http://www.clubhouseimprov.com/ 1607 North Vermont Avenue Los Angeles, CA. 90027 * (between Hollywood & Sunset, inside and next door, right of Jons Marketplace. Free parking available inside the Jons Marketplace parking lot). FREE ADMISSION -- but donations welcome! FilAm Creative (FAC) is an all volunteer community organization dedicated to the advancement of Filipino-Americans in entertainment and media. Newsletter subscription: [email protected] “I'm like a fine wine. I get better with age. The best is yet to come.” ― Richelle Mead, Blood Promise “I'm like a fine wine..." Having seen the laugh-riot action comedy Awesome Asian Bad Guys written by Milton Liu, starring and co-directed by Stephen Dypiangco and Patrick Epino (National Film Society) and executive produced by Phil Yu (Angry Asian Man) at the 30th Annual Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival in 2014, watching the film again with all of my friends and colleagues was an experience! "I get better with age." The National Film Society and Angry Asian Man along with Visual Communications presented a Special Screening of Awesome Asian Bad Guys, a Kickstarter-funded, web based series turned feature length film starring Tamlyn Tomita, Randall Park, George Cheung, Dante Basco, Yuji Okumoto and Al Leong at East West Players' David Henry Hwang Theater in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles last night to celebrate the film's DVD & VOD release that same day. And there were a few things I got out of it. (1) When was the last time you saw a mainstream American film where the filmmakers and high profile leads are Filipino Americans? (2) At the afterparty at Far Bar in Little Tokyo, I was hanging out with not just the co-directors of Awesome Asian Bad Guys but also with filmmakers Gene Cajayon (2000's The Debut) and Patricio Ginelsa, Jr. (2003's Lumpia). While Gene and Patricio were directing films about varying Filipino American experiences, I was producing films about other people's experiences such as my first produced film, 2002's Soap Girl). So I felt a kindred spirit among them. However, until I acted in Edward J. Mallillin's 2008 Filipino American film, Brown Soup Thing that I decided that if I do another project, Asian Americans, but specifically Filipino Americans, will be prominent. And, that began with my web series, 2014's No Regrets where the leads were Filipino Americans with a universal appeal. I will do other Filipino American themed projects later this year. With Filipino Americans as the second largest Asian American group in Los Angeles, I don't see why not. In a way, Gene, Patricio and other FilAm filmmakers who made an impact a decade ago have paved the way for Stephen, Patrick and others of this millennial generation of filmmakers to carry on and reach higher than ever before (thanks now to the tools we have that are accessible as well as social media to reach a hungry audience looking for new voices...and, in turn, become the "Voice of the Voiceless" themselves). Asian American representation in film and television has gotten better since the 1990s (i.e. Fresh Off The Boat) but it has also hit below the belt (i.e. Aloha). (3) There was this running joke in Awesome Asian Bad Guys where Stephen and Patrick would repeat names of movies and TV shows in the 1980s and 1990s of where both saw George Cheung and Al Leong in. And, the joke would end with Stephen exclaiming the CBS TV show, Simon & Simon starring Gerald McRaney and Jameson Parker with the maddening look of an Overly Attached Girlfriend... I'm a bit older than them when I say that I have seen George Cheung on prime-time television shows since the mid-1970s or when my Dad thought I was old enough to watch Mannix. In fact, my Dad loved action movies especially the Rambo and Die Hard films. He was with me in spirit last night meeting these two iconic actors. And, the only time we saw these two legendary actors were only once every prime-time television show and / or blockbuster movie. This was hilariously addressed during the Q&A when my friend asked "has all Asian American actors appeared in Simon & Simon? One of the leads in Awesome Asian Bad Guys, Dante Basco jokingly mentioned that every year, all Asian American actors are called in to various TV casting offices to audition for that TV show's one Asian-themed episode. This is true. One audition I was called in for was a costar role for the Matthew Perry show, Go On -- and there I saw Dante Basco...and James Kyson...and so on. Here is a fun fact. The first film I ever worked on was in 1992's Rapid Fire starring Brandon Lee, Nick Mancuso, Dustin Nguyen, Powers Boothe, Kate Hodge, Al Leong, Raymond J. Barry, Tony Longo and Tzi Ma (in the summer of 1991). I just finished my third year at California State University, Northridge and wanted to start making money to pay back my student loans so I did background work only that summer before beginning my final year at CSUN. Thanks to my best friend who was studying at UCLA at the time who saw the ad. Al Leong is the second actor I met from Rapid Fire and I remember seeing him on-location at the UCLA campus. Nick Mancuso was the first actor I met from that same film when I co-executive produced 2011's Violent Blue (in 2010). Indeed the gathering last night was a different experience for me compared when I first saw it last year at the LA Asian Pacific Film Festival...and I could right now type a much lengthier critique as to why it is -- the lack of Asian American representation in Hollywood to this day despite making still small stepping stone strives. But, during the Q&A session after the screening, Dante Basco put me at ease when he said...
" [Awesome Asian Bad Guys] is a cool way for us...celebrating our history as Asians in Hollywood...not complaining about stereotypical things that happened in the past but, a funny way for us and our community to comment about the past and celebrate about the past without complaining about it..." The best is yet to come.” To which, I'd like to add, let's keep this momentum going by creating original content, producing projects and create & accept roles that best represent who we are as Asian Americans. In the meantime, get your hands on the Awesome Asian Bad Guys movie right here: http://nationalfilmsociety.com/ A possible sequel - Awesome Asian Bad Girls -- could come next! |
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