When We Danced (2023)

An award-winning short film about a Filipino manong who left his homeland in search of a better life in America. As he grapples with his own unfulfilled dreams, he discovers a newfound purpose in teaching his grandson how to dance, leading to a transformative journey of love, loss, and self-discovery.

Cast (7)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Darion Basco

Young Rommel

A

Angeline Jara

Young Lily

N

Nenita P. Domingo

Lily

T

Thel Brings

Rommel

J

Jace Izuno

Michael

A

Auriel Branson

Sophie

J

Jade Janet

Seamstress

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