''The Commitment'' ( fil, Kasal; ) is a 2014 Filipino film by director
Joselito Altarejos
Joselito Altarejos is an accomplished Filipino filmmaker having won several prestigious awards in the Philippines as well as internationally. He is well known for his ground-breaking openly gay-themed film features like '' The Man in the Lighthous ...
. It was premiered as an entry to the Directors Showcase during the 10th
Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival
The Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival is a film festival in the Philippines held annually during the month August at the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex and various cinemas. Its aim is the development and promotion of Fi ...
held in 2014.
The film went on to win the Best Film title in the festival.
Synopsis
A Filipino gay couple are resolve to stay with each other. But things get complicated as they are invited to attend a wedding. It shows how a gay couple have to navigate difficult social norms. The film also questions the openness of Filipino society and its institutions.
Cast
*Arnold Reyes
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Oliver Aquino
*Rita Avila
*Maureen Mauricio
*Rener Concepcion
*Ruby Ruiz
*Ronwaldo Martin
*Chloe Carpio
Awards and nominations
The film was featured in the 2014
Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival
The Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival is a film festival in the Philippines held annually during the month August at the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex and various cinemas. Its aim is the development and promotion of Fi ...
where it won the Balanghai Trophy in four categories:
*Best Film - Directors Showcase to director Joselito Altarejos for "its deeply sensitive and moving depiction of the intricacies of relationships".
*Best Original Music Score to Richard Gonzales
*Best Production Design to Harley Alcasid
*Best Cinematography to Mycko David
During the Gawad Urian Awards in 2015, the lead actor Arnold Reyes was nominated for the "Best Actor" (Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktor) category for his role in the film.
References
External links
Kasal Facebook page*
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2014 films
Philippine LGBT-related films
LGBT-related drama films
2014 LGBT-related films
Gay-related films