Adnan Al Rajeev and Tanveer Hossian co-produced Filipino short film “Radikals”. The film is nominated to be premired at the 63rd Semaine de la Critique of Cannes.
The 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival is scheduled to run from May 14 to 25 and will take place in Cannes, France, on the Côte d'Azur.
The film is directed by Arvin Belarmino and the script is co-written by Kyla Romero.
Belarmino is a renowned Filipino filmmaker known for his experimental and narrative short stories. As a matter of fact, his debut project “Ria” earned him selection for the 2022 Festival De Cannes Cinéfondation La Residence and won the CNC pitch award.
“Radikals” follows to story of a rookie from a chicken dance group faces a heckler after being the worst dancer at a performance -- leading him to a series of strange events that reveal what the group does to their weakest link.
Adnan shares his joy on Facebook, stating "We are absolutely thrilled and honoured to be a part of Festival de Cannes for a Filipino short film 'Radikals'. My heartfelt thanks to the producer Kristine De Leon and immense gratitude to Ava Cahen and Semaine de la Critique for this incredible recognition,"
