'Sisa' triumph: Jun Lana hails team's dedication

Award-winning director Jun Lana’s latest film, Sisa, goes beyond cinematic achievement. It stands as proof of what collaboration, resilience, and unwavering dedication can achieve.

"Directing a film, you learn to prepare for anything, yet nothing guarantees a smooth shoot," Lana candidly admits. "Every production is a unique beast, shaped by factors both within and beyond your control."

This sentiment rings particularly true for Sisa, a film Lana describes as "unpredictable," mirroring the complexity of its titular character, masterfully portrayed by the legendary Hilda Koronel.

The shoot itself was a rollercoaster of triumphs and setbacks. Lana acknowledges the film’s demanding nature and the “days that tested our limits.” Yet these very trials revealed his team’s “true mettle.” He credits their passion and collective drive, calling them his “guiding light” when he felt lost.

"Their passion, their unwavering drive to tell this story, became my guiding light when I felt lost," Lana reveals, expressing profound gratitude to his collaborators.

He acknowledges the "visionary producers" who miraculously secured funding, transforming an "impossible dream into reality."

He praises the "extraordinary cast" for their "unwavering professionalism" and their ability to infuse their roles with "profound humanity."

“This isn’t just a job, but a calling,” Lana emphasizes, capturing the collective spirit that powered the project. With a desire for “many more cinematic journeys together,” he celebrates the close of filming and the remarkable synergy that made “Sisa” possible.

It’s a testament to how filmmaking thrives on shared vision and passion. And now, with a collective sigh of relief and a surge of pride, the team can finally proclaim, "It's a wrap."