This just in: "Manila 1945: The Rest of the Story" is now an award-winning documentary!
(Manila, Philippines, 5/19/15) – Bani Logroño, of Spyron•AV Manila, has won a prestigious Award of Recognition from the IndieFEST Film Awards. The award was given for Logroño’s exciting documentary, “Manila 1945: The Rest of the Story”, which was produced for the 70th year of commemoration since the Battle for Manila in World War II. “The Rest of the Story” features exceptional motion graphics masterfully blended with historical footage and photography, as well as compelling interviews with the survivors and veterans of the the most destructive urban battle in the Pacific.
“Our intention for this documentary has always been to have it be seen by as many people as possible––to have this forgotten period in Philippine history be remembered,” says Logroño the young director. “We are so honored to receive this award, and hope that it well help us on our mission to cure the ‘collective amnesia’ that has plagued the nation for too long.”
The IndieFEST Film Awards recognizes film, television, videography and new media professionals who demonstrate exceptional achievement in craft and creativity, and those who produce standout entertainment or contribute to profound social change. Entries are judged by highly qualified professionals in the film and television industry. Information about the IndieFEST and a list of recent winners can be found at www.theindiefest.com.
In winning an IndieFEST Film Award, Spyron-AV Manila joins the ranks of other high-profile winners of this internationally respected award including Liam Neeson as the narrator of “Love Thy Nature”, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Tom Hall for “Generosity of Eye”, searing expose “Davids and Goliath” by Leon Lee and European heavyweight Roland Joffee for “The Lovers” starring Josh Hartnett and Bollywood star Bipasha Basu. Rick Prickett, who chairs The IndieFEST Film Awards, had this to say about the latest winners, “The IndieFEST is not an easy award to win. Entries are received from around the world from powerhouse companies to remarkable new talent. The IndieFEST helps set the standard for craft and creativity. The judges were pleased with the exceptional high quality of entries. The goal of The IndieFEST Film Awards is to help winners achieve the recognition they deserve.”
