Movies define fashion trends and catch phrases. Films also define our identities. For some people, its difficult to find anyone to relate to on the silver screen. For Filipinos and Filipino Americans, its almost impossible to find Pinoy and Pinay role models and trendsetters in mainstream moviesuntil now.
The Debut, is a new Filipino-American film by Gene Cajayon. It goes beyond a simple definition of his ethnic heritage. From its initial stages as a college to thesis to its casting of big name Filipino talent, such as Eddie Garcia and Tirso Cruz III, the Debut is a window into the heart and soul of Filipino culture in the United States. The Debut is Cajayons way of bringing Filipino images to American theaters.
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