MANILA, PHILIPPINES — GMA Pictures and GMA Public Affairs’ internationally-acclaimed film, Firefly, will now reach more viewers globally, as it hits popular streaming platform Prime Video beginning April 30. The film will be available worldwide.
Firefly is top-billed by GMA Sparkle child star Euwenn Mikaell and award-winning actress Alessandra de Rossi. Also part of the ensemble cast are Ysabel Ortega, Miguel Tanfelix, Cherry Pie Picache, Epy Quizon, Yayo Aguila, and Kokoy de Santos, with the special participation of Max Collins and Dingdong Dantes.
The coming-of-age road trip film is based on the original story of GMA Public Affairs Senior AVP Angeli Atienza and director Zig Dulay.
Firefly narrates a moving story about family, dreams, and bravery, as the young Tonton (Euwenn) embarks on a journey to find the mystical island of fireflies based on his mother’s bedtime stories.
The movie won the most awards at the inaugural Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) in Hollywood, California, including the highly coveted Best Picture honor. It also took home Best Screenplay, Best Director, Best Supporting Actress, and three nominations.
In the Philippines, Firefly emerged as the powerful underdog at the ninth Metro Manila Film Festival, where it won Best Picture, Best Screenplay, and Best Child Actor among its 15 nominations.
The film lit up cinema screens in various cities in the United States, United Arab Emirates, and Canada.
Relive the magic of storytelling and the power of a mother’s love in Firefly streaming on Prime Video beginning April 30.
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