Ana Bikhayr' ( I'm Okay)
Basha is a quiet Muslim student who is regularly picked on by her schoolmates. As she looks at the mirror, she sees nothing but the violence directed to her by almost everyone. But thanks to a phone call, she gets the chance to join a contest to step up and eventually prove her worth. She prays in silence and asks God to help her.
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Hannah Tabaquero RagudosDirector
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Julienne Regemne Edrosolan RimandoWriter
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Hannah Tabaquero RagudosWriter
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Crisza Lae CasasWriter
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Raquel Rarang-RiveraProducer
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Lailah Tabaquero RagudosKey Cast"Basha"
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Quevin Rey AlcantaraEditor
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Jezreel NecesitoCinematographer
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Mark Giddel LiwanagCinematographer
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Joshua SanchezSound Design
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Romsky Chelle Dela CruzAssistant Director
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Crisza Lae CasasAssistant Director
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Rochelle Ann LantoriaDirector of Photography
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Project Type:Short
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Runtime:11 minutes 33 seconds
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Completion Date:December 30, 2018
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Country of Origin:Philippines
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Country of Filming:Philippines
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Language:Tagalog
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Aspect Ratio:16:9
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:Yes
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Student Project:No
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12th International Children's Film Festival Bangladesh 2019Dhaka
Bangladesh
March 4, 2019
International Premiere
Official Selection -
14th BUSAN INTERNATIONAL KIDS & YOUTH FILM FESTIVAL 2019Busan
Korea, Democratic People's Republic of
International Premiere
Official Selection -
Cinema Rehiyon 11Dumaguete
Philippines
February 27, 2019
National Premiere
Official Selection -
Alaminos City Film Camp by North Luzon Cinema GuildAlaminos
Philippines
- Best Picture - Best Director - Best Screenplay - Best Editing - Best Production Design - Best Actress - Best Cinematography (Nomination) - Best Musical Scoring (Nomination) - Best Sound Design (Nomination) - Best Poster (Nomination) -
North Luzon Film FestivalPaoay,Ilocos Norte
Philippines
Official Selection -
Nation In Visions Thru Pelicula UnionLa Union
Philippines
December 14, 2019
National Premiere
Official Selection -
Korea Pinoy International Film FestivalSeoul
Korea, Democratic People's Republic of
September 29, 2019
International Premiere
Official Selection -
Nabunturan Independent Film ExhibitionNabunturan
Philippines
September 26, 2019
National Premiere
Official Selection -
Covellite International Film Festival 20202Bhute, Montana
United States
October 3, 2020
World Premiere
Official Selection -
2020 Newark IFF Youth FestivalNewark, California
United States
September 12, 2020
International Premiere
Official Selection -
Huntington Beach Cultural Cinema ShowcaseHuntington Beach, California
United States
November 13, 2020
International Premiere
Official Selection
Hannah Tabaquero Ragudos is a pure Muslim while her
parents are “Balik Islam” Filipino. She graduated elementary
as the class valedictorian and is currently a junior high
school student under the Special Program for the Science,
Technology, and Engineering Program. She is part of the
Alaminos City National High School Layag Productions.
Ana Bikhayr' is a deeply personal film for me: I was bullied throughout my high school. In many ways, those experiences and struggles helped shape my world view and the types of films I’ve endeavored to make.
I firmly believe that there is a need for an honest, gutsy film which gives voice to the kids who deal with such torments on a daily basis. Through this unflinching look, we will make a difference for other young people across our communities and improve our collective response to this crisis.
Moving away from the silence, shame and attitude of “kids will be kids,” I intend that this film not only reach those who have been the victims of bullying, but more importantly, those who still need an “empathy push.” Viewers will be left with a clear sense of how they can step into a bullying situation and make a positive impact.
Everyone has a story when it comes to bullying; what’s yours?