Mikhail Red’s latest film, Arisaka, is debuting later this month at the Tokyo International Film Festival. For this episode of Third World Cinema Club, John and Princess talk to the director and one of the main stars of the film to find out more.
Notes:
This is the audio version of a live episode. The video version is viewable over at the 3WCC Facebook page.
Highlights:
Mikhail Red is one of the country’s prolific filmmakers to have achieved an early success with his debut film “Rekorder” in 2013. In this episode, he breaks down his psyche on how to [survive] succeed in the PH film industry. “Oftentimes, you must put the balance of doing studio-produced films, and then you get to do ones that are in tune with your voice.”. In this episode he also discusses the role of women in his films (both reel and behind the scenes), and how it was like to work with Maja Salvador. You may also read our breakdown of his film “Neomanila”
We’re glad to have the presence of Mon Confiado, one of his stars in his upcoming film “Arisaka” that is set to premiere in the Tokyo International Film Festival. In this episode, Mon Confiado details how he is able to mold his career in the industry, accepting bit roles to supporting roles in any magnitude. Will he be a good cop or bad cop in Arisaka? Find out why he is one of the most recognized actors in the country in this episode.
