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June 21, 2025

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'Song of the Fireflies'

From Metropolis to Manila...

live every day. And so James told us, "I did not expect this kind of turnout and I do not know why I did not because Filipino fans are the best in the world!"

choir while filming there. "We were so sad that it had to end at some point but it was such a wonderful experience and I don't think anything can ever replace it.

"This movie just captures so much about what being Filipino is like having so much talent, having so much hope, loving everyone around you."

Noel, for his part, found that the film resonates with Filipinos because "andito yung Filipino experience currently and there's also the nostalgia factor because it's set in the '80s. I had so much fun being part of this production."

He thanked direk King and the team behind the film and expressed how honored he was to act alongside Morissette, Rachel and the other cast members.

"Song of the Fireflies" also stars Chai Fonacier, Via Antonio, Cai Cortez, Tommy Alejandrino, Alex Medina and more.

The film is produced by Culturtain Musicat Productions with MQuest Ventures, in cooperation with Quezon City Film Development Commission, CMB Film Services, and Hartman Communications.

DC didn't just bring the movie to Manila; they brought the spotlight to a country that's long felt the heartbeat of the hero.

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