Kambyo: The Calm Before the Storm

"Kambyo" had its gala night at UP Film Institute last night (July 5, 2008) where the whole cast was present namely, Harold Macasero, Ray An Dulay, Johnron Tañada, Gabz del Rosario, Kanjie Garcia and May-I Fabros (the only girl in the movie).

The movie was a fun-date movie with many amusing parts, but everyone held their breath when the love scene of Ray An and Johnron was shown on screen which got an applause from the audience.

Almost everyone was saying that Harold Macasero (playing Xavier) was very believable in his role and he was a good actor in the movie. Johnron had a very short but effective role in the movie as Ray An's long lost love. Gabz had the most amusing role soliciting amused laughter from the audience. Whilst Kenjie, as usual, along with Ray An delivered good acting like seasoned professionals.

Direk Joselito Altarejos presented the movie as a breather from "Ang Lalake sa Parola" which was sad and from "Ang Lihim ni Antonio" which was tragic. He said that Kambyo is a light movie which will reveal small changes in the big lives of gay/bisexual people.

Watch the uncut movie on it's simultaneous regular run at Robinsons Galleria, Robinsons Metro East and RObinsons Ermita on July 9, 2008. The movie was classified by the MTRCB as R-18 (without cuts).

Photos from the Gala Night:

Kenjie Garcia: Kambyo

After his very strong performance as a 15-year-old boy exploring his gay feelings in "Ang Lihim ni Antonio", Kenjie Garcia will play one of the lead characters in the new digital film "Kambyo" along with co-stars Harry Macasero (AnnaKarenina), Ray an Dulay (Bathhouse), Johnron Tañada (Provoq, Hubad) and Gabz del Rosario (Provoq).

"Kambyo" is the latest collaboration of Digital Viva and BeyondtheBox. Joselito Altarejos directs while Lex Bonife wrote the screenplay. The movie will have a premiere on July 3, 2008 (Thursday) at UP Film Institute and it's regular showing at Robinsons Galleria will be at July 9, 2008.

For more on Kenjie Garcia visit Lexuality at http://lexuality.blogspot.com/

Kambyo: A Roadtrip to Rediscover One's Self

The third one usually is a charm. From the makers of "Ang Lalake sa Parola" and "Ang Lihim ni Antonio" comes a new movie about rediscovering one's self through a picturesque journey of four friends. They face their fears from the past and come to terms with who they really are and what they really want.

"Kambyo" is the latest collaboration of Digital Viva and BeyondtheBox, with Joselito Altarejos at the helm as director and Lex Bonife as screenwriter. Starring Harold Macasero (AnnaKarenina), Ray An Dulay (Bathhouse), Johnron Tañada (Hubad), Gabz del Rosario and Kenjie Garcia (Ang Lihim ni Antonio).

New Premiere Sked: July 3, 2008 (UP Film Institute)
Regular Showing: July 9, 2008 (Robinson's Galleria)

"Kambyo"
Cast: Harold Macasero, Ray An Dulay, Johnron Tañada, Gabz del Rosario and Kenjie Garcia
Director: Joselito Altarejos
Executive Producer: Vic del Rosario Jr.
Producers: Vincent G. del Rosario
Supervising Producers: Valerie S. del Rosario & Jonathan Ling-Aligada
Associate Producer: Hermie Go
Creative Consultant: Cel Santiago
Screenwriter: Lex Bonife
Story: Joselito Altarejos & Lex Bonife
Cinematography: Arvin Viola
Editor: Ricardo Gonzales Jr.
Production Design: Lester Jacinto
Production: Digital Viva and BeyondtheBox

Ang Lihim ni Antonio (Antonio's Secret)

From the makers of "Ang Lalake sa Parola" comes the boldest indie film ever, "Ang Lihim ni Antonio". A Digital Viva & BeyondtheBox co-production.

Starring:

Shamaine Buencamino

Josh Ivan Morales

and

Jiro Manio

Introducing

Kenjie Garcia

Director: Joselito Altarejos

Executive Producer: Vic del Rosario, Jr.

Producer: Vincent del Rosario

Supervising Producers: Valerie S. del Rosario & Jonathan Ling Aligada

Associate Producer: Hermie Go

Line Producer: Joselito Altarejos

Screenplay: Lex Bonife

Story: Joselito Alterejos & Lex Bonife

Creative Consultant: Cel Santiago

Editor: Ricardo Gonzales, Jr.

Premiere: February 4, 2008 @ UP Film Institute, Diliman

Regular Showing: February 13, 2008
MTRCB rating: R-18

DVD Release: May 4, 2008 (with Behind-the-Scene feature)

Synopsis:
Antonio (Kenjie Garcia) is a curious fifteen year old boy who is beginning to come to terms with his own sexuality. Although his straight best friend, Mike (Jiro Manio), has been supportive of his coming out, his first sexual conquest has led to the destruction of his friendship with his other best buddy, Nathan.Antonio’s exploration of his identity unfolds as his family begins to break up. His altruistic mother, Tere (Shamaine Buencamino) is in complete denial that his father has already abandoned them.A shocking tragedy begins to spiral up as Antonio meets his hedonistic uncle Jonbert (Josh Ivan Morales), who becomes the boy’s sexual obsession. (Synopsis by Lex Bonife)