Isang Komedya sa Langit throws comedy, fantasy, and drama into the mix to create a film that can both entertain and inspire.
Directed by Roi Paolo Calilong, the upcoming movie is a visual and emotional journey set in a unique and imaginative world of 1872 Philippines and the present.
Written and produced by Rossana Hwang of Kapitana Entertainment Media, Isang Komedya sa Langit features seasoned actor Jaime Fabregas as Father Emanuel Garcia. Known for his impressive portrayals of clergy characters, Fabregas takes on a role that challenges him to explore deeper emotional territory.
“I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve played a priest,” Fabregas, whose portrayal of the character is made all the more authentic by his personal experience as an altar boy at the Naga Cathedral, shares. “But each one is different—no two priests are the same.”
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Joining Fabregas is Carmi Martin, who portrays Naty, a role originally offered to Nova Villa. Known for her comedic timing, Martin steps into a character that demands emotional vulnerability.
“Happy naman ako with this project, my first time to play a lola,” says Martin. “Even if limited lang ang shooting days namin, I made it a point to really coordinate with our producer.”
Aki Blanco, fresh off his role in The Last 12 Days, takes on the role of Brother Marco. The cast is further strengthened by performances from EA Guzman, John Medina, and Gene Padilla.
Isang Komedya sa Langit is inspired by Hwang’s book The Lost Saints and offers a light-hearted yet thought-provoking exploration of time and the Filipino spirit. Although the production was small in scale, director Calilong leveraged his theater background to create a compelling film without the extravagant sets or intense action scenes.
“Nothing was difficult in combining comedy, faith, and love for country,” Calilong says of his directorial debut. “But the challenge was in simplifying the staging to match the intensity of the characters.”
Isang Komedya sa Langit is slated for release on May 28.