Erich Gonzales Film 'Mariposa (Sa Hawla ng Gabi)' Goes International via Far East Film fest in Italy

The highly acclaimed Cinema One Originals’ “Mariposa (Sa Hawla ng Gabi),” which stars Erich Gonzales, has been chosen to be included in the prestigious Far East Film Festival in Udine, Italy. 

Directed by visionary indie filmmaker Richard V. Somes, the psycho-action thriller tells the tale of an innocent woman, played by Erich, who unravels horrible truths while in search of her long lost sister, threading together intense moments shot in the hidden areas of Manila. 

The unique rawness depicted in Mariposa successfully takes the local film scene to whole new levels, exposing how the values of innocence, helplessness, and justice are brutally translated in today’s day and age. A daring revelation on how aggressive struggles really are, this edgy work of art takes things even further by having the movie’s main star take center stage, portraying a role that demands an unexpected sense of versatility from Erich that took viewers by surprise. 

“Mariposa” will be shown from April 19 to April 27 at the Far East Film Festival. The annual Far East Film Festival, now on its 15th year, is the biggest European film festival that showcases East Asian films. The  Cinema One Originals Festival is an annual project of Cinema One, the country’s number one cable channel. 

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Erich Gonzales Reunites with Richard Somes in Mariposa Sa Hawla ng Gabi

After “Corazon: Ang Unang Aswang”, Erich Gonzales stars in another dark and gritty film by acclaimed director Richard Somes, “Mariposa Sa Hawla ng Gabi” that will be screened during the 2012 Cinema One Originals Festival.

Erich Gonzales in Dark Thriller "Mariposa Sa Hawla ng Gabi"

Somes admitted that he loved Erich’s acting style, “I thought Erich really suited the lead character of Mariposa and I have already written the script to really suit her personality. The problem was, she became super busy because of her other commitments,” he said.

The director who has worked with Erich thrice was surprised when the seasoned actress informed him that she has received the script and felt ecstatic to do the film. “We talked and she agreed to adjust her schedule to make room for Mariposa,” Somes said.

In Mariposa, Erich will portray a ‘probinsiyana’ who ventures into the city to find her long lost sister. Somes said that this reunion would be fun and easy for both of them since he already knew what Erich is capable of. “Erich will portray a very challenging role here and very different from the ones she has done so far,” he said.

The director mentioned that in the film, Erich skinned a monitor lizard without any hint of fear and that she has some really amazing fight scenes without the help of a double. “You will really see a ‘kickass’ Erich in this film,” he said.

Likewise for Alfred Vargas who also stars in Mariposa. Somes said that Vargas prepared physically and mentally for this project, “Alfred has always been pictured as a kind and handsome corporate guy; very clean and gentlemanly. But here in Mariposa, he’ll portray a very different role; the characters here are dark, grim and gritty,” he said.

The film was set in 1994 in the gloomy side of Metro Manila. “Mariposa Sa Hawla ng Gabi” also stars Joel Torre, Mark Gil, Rez Cortes, Maria Isabel Lopez, Dennis Padilla and John Lapus who will also portray a shocking role.

“There are a lot of compelling scenes in Mariposa. Erich was very fantastic in portraying a really strong woman,” said Somes.

Watch “Mariposa Sa Hawla ng Gabi” on December 1 at 5:00 p.m., December 5 at 9:15 p.m. and December 8 at 2:30 p.m. at the Robinson’s Galleria Movie World and December 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the Edsa Shang-ri La Cineplex during the 2012 Cinema One Originals Festival.

The 2012 Cinema One Originals festival will run from November 28 to December 9 at Robinson’s Galleria Movie World and from November 29 to December 4 at the Edsa Shangri-La Cineplex. The festival’s much awaited awards night will be held on December 3 at the Studio 1, ABS-CBN Main Building.

The 2012 Cinema One Originals Festival is an annual project of the Cinema One, the local movie channel on cable, owned and operated by Creative Programs, Inc (CPI).

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Cinema One Originals 2012 Film Festival Finalists

The 2012 Cinema One Originals Festival will run from November 28 to December 9 at Robinson’s Galleria Movie World and from November 29 to December 4 at the Edsa Shang Cineplex. The festival’s much awaited awards night will be held on December 3 at Studio 1 ABS-CBN Main Building.

Here are the 13 finalists at the 2012 Cinema One Originals Digital Film Festival:

FIRST CATEGORY (Budget: P2 Million)
		MARIPOSA SA HAWLA NG GABI A tale of an innocent woman who unravels horrible truths while in search of her long lost sister in the city Director: Richard Somes Starring: Erich Gonzales, Alfred Vargas, Joel Torre, Maria Isabel Lopez, John Lapus and Mark Gil
		MATER DOLOROSA A story about a typical Filipino mother who lives a dark, shadowy life in Manila’s underground Director: Adolfo Alix, Jr. Starring: Gina Alajar, Cogie Domingo, Alessandra de Rossi, Carlo Aquino, Joem Bascon, and Mercedes Cabral with the special participation of Phillip Salvador
		BAYBAYIN A unique tale of two sisters who fall in love with a man who can’t hear and speak Director: Auraeus Solito Starring: Assunta and Alessandra de Rossi and introducing Adrian Sebastian
SECOND CATEGORY (Budget: P1 Million)
		ANG PAGLALAKBAY NG MGA BITUIN SA GABING MADILIM A story about the companionship between three escaping rebels and a young war survivor against a Mindanao war backdrop Director: Arnel Mardoquio
		CATNIP A psychological film on two friends who despite their frequent rifts and differences find comfort in being together Director: Kevin Dayrit Starring: Lauren Young and Maxene Magalona
		MELODRAMA NEGRA A dark comedy which follows the complicated and macabre lives of a woman and her ‘dead’ friends, blood-hungry sociopaths and a wealthy political family Director: Ma. Isabel Legarda
		SLUMBER PARTY A riotous comedy about a tied-up cute frat boy and three curious gays Director: Emmanuel Dela Cruz Starring: Markki Stroem, Archie Alemania and RK Bagatsing
		PASCALINA An untypical story of a simple girl who, after visiting her dying aunt, experiences changes in her life that will push her to the edge of madness and monstrosity Director:  Pam Miras
		ANAK ARAW Talks about the colonial illusion of an albino who believes that he is a son of an American Director: Gym Lumbera
		EDSA XXX A futuristic black comedy film infused with original rock soundtrack. It tells the story of the reign of Three Eyes in the Philippines in year 2030 Director: Khavn De La Cruz Starring: Epi Quizon
		ABERYA Cebu story about love, sex, and psychedelic potions which intertwine the lives of four people in one night Director: Christian Linaban Starring: Will Devaughn, Mercedes Cabral, Iwa Moto, and Nicholas Varela
		PALITAN Depicts lovers who find themselves asphyxiated and trapped in an erotic triangle Director: Ato Bautista
		MAMAY UMENG Gives a glimpse into the life of an 84-year-old man who is alone, waiting, and praying not for long life, but for a quick escape Director: Dwein Baltazar

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Erich Gonzales Topbills Mariposa Sa Hawla ng Gabi

Still high from the success of her movie Suddenly It's Magic with Thai heartthrob Mario Maurer which premiered last October 31, Erich Gonzales will again topbill a new movie entitled Mariposa (Sa Hawla ng Gabi).

An indie film, Mariposa Sa Hawla ng Gabi is one of the finalists at the 2012 Cinema One Originals digital film festival. Mariposa is a tale of an innocent woman who unravels horrible truths while in search of her long lost sister in the city.

Directed by Richard Somes (Corazon Ang Unang Aswang), Mariposa (Sa Hawla ng Gabi) also stars Alfred Vargas, Mark Gil, Joel Torre, Ma. Isabel Lopez, John "Sweet" Lapus, Dennis Padilla, Rez Cortez, Odette Khan, Vangie Labalan, Mon Confiado, Ermie Concepcion, Alex Vincent Medina and Levi Ignacio. It is under Cinema One Originals and Strawdogs Studio Production.

Watch the teaser trailer of Mariposa Sa Hawla ng Gabi below:

Photos courtesy of Mariposa Sa Hawla ng Gabi Facebook

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