Ballad of a Blind Man

Living alone as caretaker to her ailing but overbearing dad, a demure and loving daughter unravels the secrets of her estranged mom as her dad's grip on her life tightens.

  • Charlie Vitug
    Director
  • Charlie Vitug
    Writer
  • Marga Vitug
    Producer
  • Joel Saracho
    Key Cast
    "Claudio (The Dad)"
  • Joyce Macalia
    Key Cast
    "Bea (The Daughter)"
  • Samby Magno
    Key Cast
    "Julia (The Girlfriend)"
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    15 minutes 56 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    August 6, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    4,800 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Philippines
  • Country of Filming:
    Philippines
  • Language:
    Tagalog
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
  • Los Angeles Film and Documentary Awards 2024
    Los Angeles, California
    United States
    December 10, 2024
    International Premiere
    Honorable Mention for Best Director (Short Film Category)
  • The Manila Film Festival 2024
    Manila City
    Philippines
    December 3, 2024
    World Premiere
    Finalist and Nominee for Best Cinematography
Director - Charlie Vitug