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Open Film Category UPDATE: December 2024 The short film BEN•NY produced by Sixth Sense Entertainment Production co-produced by Russell’s Talent Agency , C+A Media and A&C Entertainment Production emerged victorious at the 9th Urduja Film Festival, earning recognition for their compelling narratives and outstanding performances. The film BEN•NY garnered the highest honors, winning Best Film directed by the Award-Winning Director Rhance Bunzo Cariño BEN•NY was nominated in 8 categories and won the following awards: BEST FILM, Best Cinematography (Chucky Marcelo), Best Senior Actor (Archi Adamos) and Best Young Actor, with lead actor the award-winning Regi Santos receiving the Best Young Actor award for his exceptional portrayal at the 9th Urduja Film Festival – Open Film Category, held at the Sison Auditorium in Lingayen, Pangasinan. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• The Journey of our BEN•NY
9th Urduja Film Festival
Finalist for Local Open Film Category 9th UFF Winner
– BEST FILM (BEN•NY Directed by: Rhance Cariño) 9th UFF Winner
– Best Cinematographer (Chucky Marcelo) 9th UFF Winner
– Best Young Actor ( Regi Palayok) 9th UFF Winner
– Best Senior Actor ( Tito Archi Adamos ) 9th UFF Nominee – Best Visual Effects, Poster (Sixth Sense Entertainment Production) 9th UFF Nominee – Best Original Song (“Apo” by Alrey Zamora) •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 10th Emirates Film Festival
8 Finalist International Open Film Category 10th EFF Winner
– Best Visual Effects (Rhance Cariño) 10th EFF Winner
– Emerging Filmmaker 2024 (Rhance Cariño) 10th EFF Winner
– Best Child Performer (Regi Santos) 10th EFF Nominee – Best Original Song (“Apo” by Alrey Zamora) ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 8th Sorok Short Film Festival Top 12 Finalist Local Open Film Category 8th SFF Nominee – Best Child Performer (Regi Santos) ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Synopsis: In the heart of the city’s hustle and bustle, a homeless boy finds an unlikely companion in the form of a weathered, old car named Benny. Despite its worn exterior, Benny possesses a charm and character that captivates the boy’s lonely heart. As their bond deepens, an unexpected twist unfolds when the boy stumbles upon a connection between Benny’s enigmatic owner and his own past. Suddenly, their friendship transcends the ordinary, intertwining their lives in ways neither could have imagined. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery, uncovering secrets and forging a bond that transcends time and circumstance. Through their extraordinary friendship, they learn that sometimes, the most profound connections are found in the unlikeliest of places. I will never let down my mentor the late Director Maryo J Delos Reyes, who first entrusted me with the opportunity to create films. And the one person who revived me after my downfall my mentor, Director Richard V Somes BEN•NY may be small, but everyone behind it holds great significance to me. Thank you BEN•NY! Thank you LORD!B E S T F I L M
hind it holds great significance to me. Thank you BEN•NY! Thank you LORD!
