Rey Anthony Villaverde
Directing
Biography
Rey Anthony Villaverde is a contemporary visual artist, writer, and filmmaker hailing from Zamboanga del Norte. Starting his journey in filmmaking at a young age with student films, he has become a passionate advocate for independent cinema, aiming to inspire the next generation of filmmakers. Despite the distance from major film studios, Villaverde actively promotes regional filmmaking on prestigious national platforms like Cinema Rehiyon and Cinemalaya. Since 2022, he has been a prominent figure in his local film community, earning accolades such as Best Film and Best Director at the Dipolog Film Festival and SineNorte Film Festival. Recently, he was recognized as a finalist at the 20th Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival.
Known For
Raymond, a deaf working student aspires to become a school paper photographer. Set in 2009, Raymond refuses to let his disability prevent him from being a voice.
Voice
A struggling shirt printer reconnects with his aging father, the former owner of their now-fading family business, as they confront the changes time has brought to their craft and relationship.
Silkscreen
Joy, a visual artist who sketches the sea every day meets Lavender, a visiting violinist, appears and starts practicing at the same beach. As the two spend more time together, their shared love for art and music draws them closer. But with Lavender's big performance coming up, Joy starts to wonder—was their connection something real, or just a passing moment?
Ode to Lavender
Luis and Lorenz, two troubled yet ambitious high school filmmakers, embark on an audacious journey to create an independent short film. Driven by a shared passion for cinema, their friendship is put to the test as they navigate the chaotic yet comical process of filmmaking.
Untitled
A young man’s pursuit of fame and stardom takes him through the gritty, bustling streets of Manila, until he learns what the city truly demands.