This isn’t just about film. It’s about remembering.
Every shoot becomes a way to preserve culture, faith, and identity. Every frame becomes part of a memory worth keeping. That’s what this work is really about.
As a Filipino filmmaker, this journey began in San Miguel, Bulacan—grounded in heritage, shaped by community. Today, the work extends across borders, with stories captured in both the Philippines and Qatar. But the core remains the same: use film to tell real stories, for real people, with real meaning.
Telling Cultural Stories That Last
There’s a responsibility that comes with holding a camera—especially when it’s used to tell someone’s story. This isn’t content for content’s sake. It’s cultural documentation, wrapped in creative language.
Filmmaking is a tool. But memory is the goal.
Projects range from personal documentaries to branded features. But behind every project is one clear mission: capture who we are now—so we don’t forget later.
Brand Films Built on Memory and Meaning
MDDC started as a personal archive. It wasn’t curated for trends—it was curated for truth. Over time, it became a platform to show how brand films can carry deeper meaning.
Here’s how it works:
- We ask better questions. What do you want to remember, not just promote?
- We shoot with intention. Every location, every shot, every detail has a story behind it.
- We design for legacy. These aren’t just films. They’re visual time capsules.
This is memory work, disguised as creative production.
A Life Between Two Worlds: The Philippines and Qatar
Filming across the Philippines and Qatar means holding space for multiple identities. One day, you’re capturing a family’s story in Bulacan. The next, you’re documenting a milestone shoot in Doha. The contrast isn’t a challenge—it’s the calling.
Filipino creatives are everywhere, building lives across different landscapes. But what connects us is memory. We carry it with us. That’s what makes these films honest. Whether in the provinces or in the Gulf, the goal stays the same: preserve what matters before it disappears.
Why Personal Archives Matter in Visual Storytelling
Filipinos have always preserved stories—through photographs, hand-written notes, shared prayers, and oral traditions. The archive lives in us. And now, it lives in our cameras too.
Personal archives show up in every part of the work:
- The lola’s picture in a beauty brand shoot
- The childhood bahay kubo as a location backdrop
- The client’s handwritten letter, voiced over a cinematic reel
These moments aren’t just aesthetic. They’re intentional. They tell people: this is who I am. This is what I carry.
Collaborating With Clients Who Want More Than “Content”
The clients who come to this work are different. They don’t just want visuals—they want meaning. They want storytelling rooted in who they are. And they want to build something they can be proud of, not just post about.
That’s where this process shines:
Every project starts with a conversation, not a storyboard
Clients co-create the narrative—they’re not just subjects
Shoots are built around lived experiences, not brand checklists
The goal is always the same: to create work that reflects who you are, not who trends say you should be.
What MDDC is Really About
This isn’t a portfolio page. It’s a growing archive of shared memory. A place where visuals meet values. Where projects meet people.
Each post exists to show what’s possible when we treat visual storytelling as both creative and cultural work. The reels, the stills, the behind-the-scenes—they’re all part of a larger story: that Filipino identity deserves to be seen, remembered, and honored.
You’re Not Just Hiring a Filmmaker
You’re partnering with someone who believes in memory. In purpose. In stories that serve.
If you’re a creative, a collaborator, or someone with a story that deserves care—this work is built for you. Not just to produce something beautiful, but to preserve something real.
Because what we choose to remember says everything about who we are.
Let’s Tell Your Story Together