Silenced Nights
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| Directed by | Lawrence Fajardo |
| Screenplay by | Troy Espiritu |
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| Cinematography | Albert Banzon |
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| Music by | Joseph Lansang |
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Running time | 112 minutes |
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| Language | Filipino |
Silenced Nights is a 2026 drama film directed by Lawrence Fajardo. The film set in a Philippine slum stars Nico Antonio and Lotlot de Leon, and is inspired by 2017 killing of Kian delos Santos. An international co-production between Philippines, France, and Taiwan it follows a witness to an extrajudicial killing as he seeks to make the truth known.[1]
The film had its world premiere in the Platform section of the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival on 13 September 2026, where it competed for the Platform Prize.[2] It is also slated to open in Philippine theaters on 16 September 2026 following its world premiere.[3]
Cast
[edit]- Nico Antonio
- Lotlot de Leon
- Ina Feleo
- Tanya Gomez
- Joel Saracho
- Dylan Ray Talon
- Simon Ibarra
- Mario Magallona
- Rom Factolerin
- Soliman Cruz
- Hector Macaso
- Raul Morit
- Bombi Plata
- Apollo Abraham
- DMs Boongaling
- Mae Paner
- Tess Jamias Nuyad
- Micko Laurente
- Enzo Osorio
- Jorrybell Agoto
- Aquisha Tombig
Production
[edit]The film was shot in 2025 in Happy Land, a sitio in Tondo, Manila right after Christmas amid the holiday decorations as the title of the film hints an allusion to the popular intangible cultural heritage Christmas carol, "Silent Night."[4] In June 2026, it was reported that film has completed the post production.[5]
Release
[edit]Silenced Nights had its world premiere at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival on 13 September 2026, in the Platform section.[6][7]
Accolades
[edit]| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref. |
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| Toronto International Film Festival | 20 September 2026 | Platform Prize | Silenced Nights | Nominated | [8][9] |
References
[edit]- ↑ Barros Sanchez, Seymour (22 July 2026). "Filipino film 'Silenced Nights' to compete in Toronto int'l filmfest Platform". Journal Online. Retrieved 11 August 2026.
- ↑ Ryan Lattanzio (21 July 2026). "TIFF Reveals Platform Lineup of 12 Films from the Next Generation of Auteurs". IndieWire. Retrieved 11 August 2026.
- ↑ Barros Songco, Pauline (25 July 2026). "'Silenced Nights' makes historic TIFF competition debut". Daily Tribune. Retrieved 11 August 2026.
- ↑ Cuartero, Nestor (9 July 2026). "MOVIEGOER: Social drama 'Silenced Nights' launches Nico Antonio". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved 11 August 2026.
- ↑ Castro, Denchelle (10 June 2026). "Law Fajardo's 'Silenced Nights' wraps production, promises chilling story of fear and justice". Radar PH. Retrieved 11 August 2026.
- ↑ "Silenced Nights". Toronto International Film Festival. 21 July 2026. Retrieved 11 August 2026.
- ↑ Ntim, Zac (21 July 2026). "TIFF Platform: International Oscar Qualifying Competition Expands To 12 Films; Amma Asante Among Jury Members". Deadline. Retrieved 11 August 2026.
- ↑ Pond, Steve (21 July 2026). "TIFF Adds 12 Films to Compete for Oscars' International Spot". TheWrap. Retrieved 11 August 2026.
- ↑ Katz, David (22 July 2026). "Toronto announces its competitive Platform line-up". Cineuropa. Retrieved 11 August 2026.
External links
[edit]- Silenced Nights at IMDb
- Silenced Nights at AlloCiné (in French)