Ekstra (The Bit Player) (2013) CLEAR COPY

Production Company: Star Cinema / Cinemalaya / Quantum Films **** A socio-realist drama-comedy film, it follows a seemingly usual day in the life of Loida Malabanan (Vilma Santos) as she embarks on yet another shooting day of a soap opera as an extra. As the shoot goes on, we get a glimpse of the truth in the ruling system of the production as well as the exploitation of the marginalized laborers like her. Awards: 2013 Cinemalaya Film Festival (Directors Showcase) Special Jury Prize, Audience Choice, NETPAC Award, Best Actress (Vilma Santos), Best Supporting Actress (Ruby Ruiz), Best Screenplay **** Directed by Jeffrey Jeturian