Signal Rock
2018 Filipino film
Signal Rock is a 2018 Filipino independent drama film produced and directed by Chito S. Roño, starring Christian Bables together with an ensemble cast. The film was produced by CSR Productions and distributed by Regal Entertainment on August 15, 2018 which serves as the official entry to the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino. It was selected as the Philippine entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 91st Academy Awards, but it was not nominated.
Based on a true story and set in 1990s, the film follows Intoy (Bables), as he takes care of his family in Biri, Samar while his sister is overseas and is only able to contact her while atop the strange rock formations on the edge of the island.
01Premise
The story follows Intoy (Bables) who lives with his family in Biri, Northern Samar while his sister Vicky works in Finland. Vicky marries a foreigner believing that it will solve their financial problems. In order to contact his sister, Intoy must scramble about the strange rock formations in the island to attain signal, as is it the only location where he can do so. Intoy experiences conflict due to his love for a woman who will soon leave for Manila, his duty in the island, and his ambitions, which include leaving the island for work. Traditionally, women leave the island, while the men stay.
02Cast
- Christian Bables as Intoy Abakan
- Daria Ramirez as Alicia Abakan
- Nanding Josef as Jamin Abakan
- Mon Confiado as Damian
- Elora Españo as Rachel
- Keanna Reeves as Gloria
- Francis Magundayao as Bong
- Archie Adamos as Mario
- Sue Prado as Loida
- Jomari Umpa as Kiko
- Ces Quesada as Chona
- Kokoy De Santos as Gabs
- Judy Ann Santos as Vicky Abakan
- Mara Lopez as Gina
- Ruby Ruiz as Mila
- Dido dela Paz
- Arnold Reyes as Joaquin
- Menggie Cobarrubias as Mayor
- Joel Saracho
- JayR Versales
- Lee O'Brian as Finnish Consul
03Awards and nominations
| Year | Award-giving body | Recipient(s) | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 2nd Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino | Signal Rock | Critics' Choice | Won |
| Signal Rock | Special Jury Prize | Won | ||
| Christian Bables | Best Performance by an Actor | Won | ||
| 5th Hanoi International Film Festival | Signal Rock | Best Main Actor | Won | |
| 2019 | 17th Dhaka International Film Festival | Rody Vera | Best Script | Won |
| ASEAN International Film Festival & Awards | Signal Rock | Best Film | Won | |
| Chito S. Roño | Best Director | Nominated | ||
| Elora Españo | Best Actress | Nominated | ||
| Rody Vera | Best Screenplay | Nominated | ||
| 3rd GEMS Hiyas ng Sining Awards | Signal Rock | Best Independent Film | Nominated | |
| Chito S. Roño | Best Director (Independent Film) | Nominated | ||
| Christian Bables | Best Actor | Nominated | ||
| Daria Ramirez | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated | ||
| Arnold Reyes | Best Supporting Actor | Nominated | ||
| 67th FAMAS Awards | Signal Rock | Best Picture | Nominated | |
| Christian Bables | Best Actor | Nominated | ||
| Daria Ramirez | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated | ||
| Nanding Josef | Best Supporting Actor | Nominated | ||
| Rody Vera | Best Original Screenplay | Nominated | ||
| 41st Gawad Urian Awards | Signal Rock | Best Picture | Nominated | |
| Chito S. Roño | Best Director | Nominated | ||
| Christian Bables | Best Actor | Nominated | ||
| Daria Ramirez | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated | ||
| Rody Vera | Best Screenplay | Won | ||
| Neil Daza | Best Cinematography | Nominated | ||
| Mark Sabas | Best Production Design | Nominated | ||
| Carlo Francisco Manatad | Best Editing | Nominated | ||
| Albert Michael Idioma | Best Sound | Nominated | ||
| 35th PMPC Star Award for Movies | Signal Rock | Movie of the Year | Nominated | |
| Chito S. Roño | Movie Director of the Year | Nominated | ||
| Daria Ramirez | Movie Supporting Actress of the Year | Nominated | ||
| Rody Vera | Movie Screenwriter of the Year | Nominated | ||
| Neil Daza | Movie Cinematographer of the Year | Nominated | ||
| Mark Sabas | Movie Production Designer of the Year | Nominated | ||
| Carlo Francisco Manatad | Movie Editor of the Year | Nominated | ||
| Albert Michael Idioma | Movie Sound Engineer of the Year | Nominated | ||
| Signal Rock | Movie Ensemble Acting of the Year | Nominated | ||
| 3rd EDDYS (Entertainment Editors’ Choice) | Signal Rock | Best Picture | Nominated | |
| Chito S. Roño | Best Director | Nominated | ||
| Christian Bables | Best Actor | Nominated | ||
| Daria Ramirez | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated | ||
| Rody Vera | Best Screenplay | Nominated | ||
| Neil Daza | Best Cinematography | Nominated | ||
| Jaypee Estigoy | Best Visual Effects | Nominated | ||
| Mark Sabas | Best Production Design | Nominated | ||
| Carlo Francisco Manatad | Best Editing | Nominated | ||
| Albert Michael Idioma | Best Sound | Nominated | ||
| 6th UFF Urduja Film Heritage Awards | Signal Rock | Jury Award (Movie of the Year: Drama) | Won | |
| Christian Bables | Best Actor | Won | ||
| Neil Daza | Best Cinematography | Won | ||
| 37th FAP Luna Awards | Signal Rock | Best Picture | Nominated | |
| Chito S. Roño | Best Director | Won | ||
| Christian Bables | Best Actor | Nominated | ||
| Mon Confiado | Best Supporting Actor | Nominated | ||
| Daria Ramirez | Best Supporting Actress | Won | ||
| Rody Vera | Best Screenplay | Nominated | ||
| Neil Daza | Best Cinematography | Nominated | ||
| Mark Sabas | Best Production Design | Nominated | ||
| Albert Michael Idioma | Best Sound | Nominated |
04Ratings
According to the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB), due to several foul language, mature theme, and some sex scenes, only audiences eighteen (18) years old and above can view this well crafted film (Director's Cut). The MTRCB classified the film as rated R-18.
Sources and credits
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