Nanahimik ang Gabi (English: A Silent Night) is a 2022 Philippine horror-thriller film starring Ian Veneracion, Heaven Peralejo, and Mon Confiado. It was directed by Shugo Praico under Rein Entertainment.
Synopsis The film explores the secret relationship between a corrupt police officer and a young woman who acts as his "sugar baby". The couple spends a honeymoon getaway in a secluded house in rural area, until their vacation is disrupted by the appearance of an uninvited guest.
Cast Ian Veneracion as Chief:A corrupt and abusive police officer who plays the role of "sugar daddy" in his relationship with Me-Ann. Heaven Peralejo as Me-Ann:The "sugar baby" of Chief. Mon Confiado as Soliman.
Production Nanahimik ang Gabi was produced under Rein Entertainment with Shugo Praico as its director and writer. The film is a suspense thriller that contains both sexual and violent content. The film revolves around the covert relationship of a woman with a corrupt police officer and "sugar daddy." Principal photography began in July 2022 in Tagaytay.
Peralejo was offered the role of Me-Ann three to four times. She initially hesitated to accept the role because she felt unready to perform certain scenes in the film.
Confiado employed method acting to prepare for his role as Soliman. To immerse himself in the part, he isolated himself in the mountains for four days, reflecting the film's setting in a secluded house. Director Praico described the casting for Confiado's role as “tricky,” noting that around 15 actors were considered for the part.
Release Nanahimik ang Gabi was released in cinemas in the Philippines on December 25, 2022, as one of the eight official entries of the 2022 Metro Manila Film Festival.
Awards
+ Organization YearNominatee/Work Category ResultRef.Metro Manila Film Festival2022Nanahimik ang gabiBest Picture Shogu PraicoBest Director Ian VeneracionBest ActorHeaven Peralejo Best ActressMon ConfiadoBest Supporting Actor Shugo PraicoBest ScreenplayMoo ZeeBest Cinematography Best Editing Mariel HizonBest Production Design Nanahimik ang GabiBest SoundGreg Rodriguez IIIBest Musical ScoreNanahimik ang GabiBest Visual EffectsGender Sensitivity AwardFAMAS Award2023Ian Veneracion Best Actor Heaven Peralejo Best Actress Mon ConfiadoBest Supporting ActorAndrea Teresa Idioma and Emelio Ben SparksBest Sound Luna Award2023Nanahimik ang GabiBest Picture Shugo Praico Best Director Heaven Peralejo Best Actress Mon Confiado Best Supporting Actor Andrea Teresa Idioma Best SoundThe EDDYS Awards2023Nanahimik ang gabiBest Picture Shugo PraicoBest Director Best Screenplay Ian Veneracion Best Actor Heaven Peralejo Best Actress Mon Confiado Best Supporting Actor Moo ZeeBest Cinematography Best Editing Mariel HizonBest Production Design Andrea Teresa Idioma and Emelio Ben SparksBest Sound Nanahimik ang gabi Best Visual Effects
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