‘Iti Mapukpukaw’ named Cinemalaya best film

(Screenshot from Iti Mapukpukaw / YouTube)

By Gabriela Baron

Carl Joseph Papa’s “Iti Mapukpukaw” was named as Cinemalaya 2023’s best film.

The 90-minute animated film follows the life of Eric, an animator, as it twists and turns after the arrival of the familiar alien.

The film stars Carlo Aquino, Gio Gahol, and Dolly de Leon, who received the Best Supporting Actress award.

“Iti Mapukpukaw” also received the Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema (NETPAC) Award for full-length film.

Here’s the full list of Cinemalaya 2023 winners:

Full-length Film Category

  • Best Film: Iti Mapukpukaw
  • Best Director: Ryan Machado, Huling Palabas
  • Best Actor: Mikoy Morales, Tether
  • Best Actress: Pat Tingjuy, Rookie
  • Best Supporting Actor: Bon Andre Lentejas, Huling Palabas
  • Best Supporting Actress: Dolly de Leon, Iti Mapukpukaw
  • Best Screenplay: Jopy Arnaldo, Gitling
  • Best Cinematography: Martika Ramirez-Escobar, When This is All Over
  • Best Editing: Ilsa Malsi, Rookie
  • Best Production Design: Kaye Banaag, When This is All Over
  • Best Original Music Score: When This is All Over
  • Best Sound Design: Gian Arre, Tether
  • Audience Choice Award: Rookie
  • Special Award for Best Ensemble: Ang Duyan ng Magiting
  • Special Jury Award: Ang Duyan ng Magiting
  • NETPAC Award: Iti Mapukpukaw

Short Film Category

  • Best Film: Sibuyas ni Perfecto
  • Best Director: Mike Cabarles, Makoko Sa Baybay
  • Best Screenplay: Arvin Belarmino and Kyla Romero, Hinakdal
  • Audience Choice Award: Hinakdal
  • Special Jury Award: Hm Hm Mhm
  • NETPAC Award: Hinakdal

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