Overview
Doy del Muno’s documentary about the making of Mike De Leon’s Itim also features the only scenes to survive from De Leon’s now-lost debut film, the 16mm short Monologo (Monologue) (1975). De Leon recalls, “Itim was filmed in my grandmother’s hometown of San Miguel, in her family’s ancestral house where more than two decades later I would also shoot Bayaning 3rd World. Doy and his brother-in-law Gil Quito wrote the screenplay. It was Gil who suggested the use of spiritualism and spirit possession during the holy week.”
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Itim: An Exploration in Cinema?
Itim: An Exploration in Cinema was directed by Clodualdo del Mundo Jr..
Where was Itim: An Exploration in Cinema produced?
It was produced by companies including Unknown Production Companies in Philippines.
Itim: An Exploration in Cinema Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Itim: An Exploration in Cinema wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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