MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Ayala Malls Cinemas shines the spotlight on local storytelling this April as it proudly presents Gulay Lang, Manong!, an acclaimed Cinemalaya 2024 entry that captivated audiences and clinched the prestigious Audience Choice Award. Catch this remarkable film exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas starting April 2.
In its unwavering commitment to championing homegrown talent, Ayala Malls Cinemas brings Gulay Lang, Manong! to the big screen once more. Directed by BC Amparado in his much-anticipated feature debut, the film boasts an impressive cast led by Cedrick Juan, Perry Dizon, and BJ Forbes. The film’s success at Cinemalaya speaks volumes about its powerful storytelling and the growing support for independent Filipino films.
Gulay Lang, Manong! tells the gripping tale of Manong Pilo (Perry Dizon), a struggling farmer who joins forces with Ariel Lacson (Cedrick Juan), a determined local policeman, to rescue his grandson Ricky (BJ Forbes) from a marijuana cartel. What follows is a profound journey that challenges their values, courage, and convictions.
The film will be exclusively screened at select Ayala Malls Cinemas starting April 2. Metro Manila venues include Glorietta, Market! Market!, Ayala Malls Circuit, Trinoma, and Ayala Malls Cloverleaf. Provincial screenings are set for Ayala Center Cebu, Central Bloc, Capitol Central, Centrio, Abreeza Mall, Ayala Malls Legazpi, and Marquee Mall.
By providing a platform for groundbreaking local cinema, Ayala Malls Cinemas continues to celebrate and elevate homegrown talent, ensuring that compelling Filipino stories reach a wider audience.
