Rayana Eissa

Bobot and Ashley just have been deported. They quickly realize the tarnish of their father daughter relationship on their ride back home.Grieving over the death of her mom, Ashley opens her side of the window which sparked annoyance with Bobot. Eventually, their frustration towards each other sparked an indelible argument. Bobot finally loses his facade and finally became the father Ashley needed especially now.

“School Year 2007” draws inspiration from New Hope Club’s single “Just Don’t Know It Yet”. The short film was produced by Manila-based production house Projects 8 Projects, led by upcoming director Geo Lomuntad. Renowned for their acting in local productions, Filipino darlings JC Alcantara and Kaoiri Oinuma capture the nuances of puppy love and lost love and the bittersweet essence it brings.

Two male buddies are reunited amidst the pandemic lockdown.