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Magnifico (film)

Magnifico is a 2003 Philippine coming-of-agedrama film directed by Maryo J. de los Reyes and written by Michiko Yamamoto. Starring Jiro Manio, Lorna Tolentino, Albert Martinez, and Gloria Romero, the story follows a titular child character who decides to design and build a coffin for his grandmother as well as raise funds to buy a wheelchair for his younger sister who has cerebral palsy.
Produced and distributed by Violett Film Productions, the film was theatrically released in the Philippines on January 29, 2003. Local and overseas critics generally praised its screenplay, emotional weight, and the cast's performances, and it received numerous accolades from award-giving organizations and international film festivals.