The Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival 2024 entry “Balota” by Kip Oebanda which was starred by Marian Rivera, will get a wide release in Philippine Cinemas.
Due to the insistent public demand, the production company of GMA Pictures and the Cinemalaya Film Festival confirmed that they would open the cinemas nationwide.
Beginning on October 16, a new cut off movie will be hitting the theatres around the country.
Marian Rivera and Gabby Padilla were joint-winners of the award “Best Actress” for their role in “Balota.”
The movie “Balota” is about the tight mayoral election between a land-grabbing tycoon and a former actor, leading to a fierce commotion in a small town.
A teacher who is serving the elections was portrayed by Marian, she runs into the wilderness carrying the ballot box with the final election results.
By chance, the launch of “Balota” will occur one week after the deadline for filing certificates of candidacy for the 2025 elections.
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