Siyudad Sa Bulawan

Synopsis

Yoyong (10) together with his siblings, Darwin (14) and Abet (12) work as child gold miners in Mt. Diwalwal, Compostela Valley, Philippines. Amidst the threat of a riot between opposing group of miners, the three brothers bravely decide to continue working in the mines for them to go to school and save enough money for the government housing project. Will they be able to leave Diwalwal or will their dreams crumble down like the giant boulders their small hands chip every day?

Awards & Recognitions

Best Short Film – FAMAS Awards 2019

Jury Prize Winner – CineFilipino Film Festival 2018

Best Short Film Nominee – Gawad Urian 2018