'Phantosmia' is an official out-of-competition entry in the upcoming Venice Film Festival – Lav Diaz's 8th film for the festival
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“On the weeks that I was there, I learned about the many cases of soldiers who were suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder or ‘war shock’ in colloquial Pinoy.” “The Reyna role is really for her, even with her biological and physical attributes alone, the classic Pinoy tisay . During the process, there’s not much talking with her really, as I can easily see how intelligent, open, and intuitive she is.”
“I loved playing Reyna. And it was also a very challenging role for me because she lives with so much trauma. But it’s such a beautiful role and story and I’m so grateful.” Ronnie echoed Hazel’s sentiment about being a Lav regular, also via email: “Yes, I am honored. I respect Lav and I am proud of what he has done for the country and to the Philippine film industry. I am very lucky and glad that Lav likes to collaborate with me oftentimes.”
“I was a young man then growing up on Negros Island in the Visayas during those times. Daily headlines and radio commentaries of the war were sickening. Many died, families disconnected, and villages abandoned. They were times of uncertainty.” “Our set is simple, no tension. The minimal crew and staff are cool to work with. And the rest, as Lav would often finish after instructions and directions, is ‘Rock ‘n’ roll, ’tol !’ ”
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