Kalel, 15

Surrounded by tensions and secrets, a teenage boy searches for validation and navigates life with a dysfunctional family following an HIV diagnosis.

Cast

Elijah Canlas

as Kalel

Jaclyn Jose

as Edith

Eddie Garcia

as Father George

Gabby Padilla

as Sue

Cedrick Juan

as Danny

Elora Españo

as Ruth

Sue Prado

as Mameng

Kych Minemoto

as Caloy

Dylan Ray Talon

as Jeric

Timothy Castillo

as Allan

Reviews

Dominic Kebre

This movie is black-and-white, it's sad, it's brutal sometimes, and yet it's one of the most beautiful movies I've ever watched. Elijah Canlas rightly earned international recognition and best-actor awards for his outstanding portrayal of an HIV-infected boy, the movie itself gained prizes for the u...

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