Herald Christian Guillena
Production
Biography
Herald Guillena (b. 2002, Philippines) is a graduating Filipino film student specializing in production management at De La Salle - College of Saint Benilde. As a filmmaker and producer, he is drawn to intimate, character-driven narratives that explore themes of memory, human connection, and self-discovery interconnected with local culture and regional voices. He has produced multiple short films, including Kung Ika’y Makapili (2024), which is currently one of the 10 semifinalists at the Montañosa Film Festival. Aside from this, he is currently producing his capstone film titled Ang Kabug aton sa Nangabilin (2025). He further honed his skills during his internship at Unitel Straightshooters Inc. (UxS), one of the top production companies in the Philippines, where he gained hands-on experience in high-level film and commercial production. With a strong foundation in production management, he is committed to bringing compelling stories to life through thoughtful collaboration and meticulous planning.
Known For
Set in 2005, follows third-grader Raya Carpio as she struggles with stage fright and societal judgment during a school family showcase. When questions arise about her unconventional family, Raya hesitates to invite her mother, Sabel, to an upcoming Family Day. With the help of her friend Makoy, Raya sends heartfelt messages via paper airplanes, hoping to bridge their emotional gap. Though the plan falters, a heartfelt trip brings mother and daughter closer, revealing the depth of their bond.
Raya Among the Clouds
During a promotional appearance of a movie cast on a noontime show, the hosts, producers and writers implement damage control with a swift change in segment when the upcoming teen star of the film unintentionally reveals crucial information regarding the love team, endangering the reputation of the film.
NOONSTARS BET NA BET
Returning to Iligan to settle their old home, a daughter confronts her estranged mother, forcing them to face grief, regret, and the choice to rebuild or let go.
The Weight of What Remains
In the final days of the Japanese occupation in the Philippines, a young Filipino seeking to provide for his family by identifying traitors, finds a young insurgent living in his home, leaving him to choose between his family or dignity to survive the Second World War.
Kung Ika'y Makapili
A lonesome teenager goes through a difficult stage of detachment from the forbidden love towards his best friend that caused their circle of friendship to be in ruins; painfully recalling the joyous moments of the past and yearning to bring back the once fruitful friendship.