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The ethnic butterfly

Tadeng, son of the only mediator left in their tribe, was torn between two major decisions that will decide the fate of their tribe and its melting culture.

  • Ronaldo Magsakay
    Director
  • Ronaldo Magsakay
    Writer
  • Trixie Torres
    Producer
  • Ryx Cano
    Key Cast
  • Ronjoseph Cristobal
    Key Cast
  • Julie Dionco
    Key Cast
  • Christine Tallayo
    Key Cast
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Paparo
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    drama, culture, environment
  • Runtime:
    20 minutes 59 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 23, 2016
  • Production Budget:
    450 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Philippines
  • Country of Filming:
    Philippines
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    digital format
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes
  • cine republica film festival
    City of Malolos, Philippines
    Philippines
    February 13, 2017
    city of Malolos premiere
    none
Distribution Information
  • Center for Bulacan Studies
    Country: Philippines
    Rights: All Rights
Director Biography - Ronaldo Magsakay

Ronaldo Magsakay is currently taking up Bachelor of Arts in Journalism in Bulacan State University. At an early age, Ronaldo had already manifested his excellence in the field of film making and Journalism. He had won several awards inside and outside their university.

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Director Statement

A magnificent day to everyone!

Behold is our film Paparo (The ethnic butterfly) which we had founded with deep research and observations about the Dumagat tribes in Sierra Madre Mountain range-- specifically in some portion of Bulacan province.Through this film, we wanted to raise awareness to our fellow Filipinos about how our fellow Dumagats lived and what are some problems they are facing right now. On the other hand, we also wanted to staged our culture to the world and bragged about how rich it is and how lucky to be Filipino.