Photo: Chad Cabigon, Carlo Francisco Manatad
Cross My Heart and Hope to Die
Nominated at the 80th Venice Film Festival, Cross My Heart and Hope to Die revolves around Mila as she navigates an oppressive workplace while finding temporary solace through frequent phone calls from a love interest. When she agrees to meet him, her fate suddenly takes an unexpected turn: a promise of hope leads to tragedy and sad love songs.
Director: Sam Manacsa
Cast: Jorrybell Agoto, Aje Candelaria, Vincent Pajara, Rexon Anyayahan, Carla Zarcal
Languages: Tagalog with English subtitles
2023; 17 min.
