MMFF 2023 MOVIES - SEEN/WATCHED/NAPANOOD

The horrific story of Fr. Severino Mallari, a 19th century priest during the Spanish occupation and his descent into madness. It recounts Mallari's life where he reportedly murdered 57 people to aid his ailing mother.

Mariano Gomes, José Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora are three brave Filipino Catholic priests whose narrative is told in this stirring and inspirational historical drama.

Maricar raises son Mateo alone. When Mateo plans to move to Singapore for work and his girlfriend, he tries to find a man to look after Maricar while he's gone. Initially angry, Maricar eventually appreciates Mateo's intentions.

Mary loves John her entire life. After years of marriage, John's priorities change, straining their relationship and leading to a tragic accident that takes Mary's life. An extraordinary proposition allows John to rewind time.

Follows a little child who, after hearing tales from his mother at bedtime, sets off to find the fabled island of fireflies.

Two best friends who accidentally go viral by making up stories about one of their group mates.

Movie about married couple who takes in girl claiming to be husband's child. Wife bonds with her as husband probes girl's past. Tension builds over child's mysterious behavior and unclear origins.