
Edgar Joseph Derecho
Known for
Directing
Born
June 19, 1998 (age 28)
Biography
A young filmmaker from Guimbal, Iloilo, he began his journey in 2015 as a production designer for Dalook Films. By 2017, he had expanded his role as a story and concept writer and assistant director, eventually stepping into directing in 2022. His films have earned multiple accolades—including Best Film, Best Story, and Best Director—at the Bantayan Film Festival over the past 11 years. His work has also been featured in FDC Sine Isla: LuzViminda, Facine 30, Cinemapadayon, and Cinema Rehiyon. Among his recent films are Huni Kang Pungaw (2022), Sa Dalipi Aru-on (2023), and Kang Ginpalupad ko ang Isda (2024).
Best known work
Filmography
TBA
Haya Kang BalbalWriter, Director
2024
When I Let the Fish FlyDirector, Writer
2023
Dog EatersProduction Assistant
2023
In The Leper's CliffDirector
2022
Huni Kang PungawDirector, Writer
2020
Lisua ang MakasasalaAssistant Director, Writer





