‘EDJOP’ set to compete at Tokyo International Film Fest
Political drama film “EDJOP” is set to hold its international premiere at the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival, where it will compete in the Asian Future section.
The Elijah Canlas-led movie joins a lineup that includes Iran’s “I’m Nothing Special Really” and “Silver,” Indonesia’s “Jani Be Good” Japan’s “Miracle Summer” and “Saravah,” South Korea’s “On the Heights,” India’s “The Paper Flower,” Kazakhstan’s “Shyrmauyq,” and Switzerland-Turkey co-production “Serife Tavsan.”
“EDJOP” will have its screenings at the film fest on Oct. 27 and 29.
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Days after its stint at Tokyo International Film Fest, the movie will also have its European premiere at the Asian Film Festival Barcelona in Spain on Oct. 31; then its North American premiere at the San Diego Asian Film Festival in the United States on Nov. 14.
“EDJOP,” a historical film inspired by the life of late student leader Edgar “Edjop” Jopson, also stars Frankie Pangilinan, Jodi Sta. Maria, Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, Cedrick Juan, Teroy Guzman, Gab Pangilinan, and Issa Litton, among others. It is directed by Katski Flores. /edv
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