Pinoy Sunday (2009 Film)
Pinoy Sunday is a 2009 feature film directed by Malaysian filmmaker Wi Ding Ho. Set in Taiwan, the narrative follows two Filipino migrant workers, Manuel and Dado, who encounter a discarded sofa. This discovery initiates an unexpected journey that serves as a backdrop for themes of perseverance and personal discovery during their day off.
Production and Release
The film was co-written by Wi Ding Ho and Ajay Balakrishnan, with production led by Chih Hsin Hu. Cinematography was handled by Jake Pollock. The film features a multilingual script including Tagalog, English, and Mandarin. Following its release, the film was screened at several international film festivals, including the Toronto International Film Festival, the Pusan International Film Festival, and the International Film Festival Rotterdam.
Cast
- Jeffrey Quizon as Manuel
- Bayani Agbayani as Dado
- Alessandra de Rossi as Celia
- Meryll Soriano as Anna
- Chang Hsiao-Chuan