Jeff Balsamo

Biography

Jeff D. Balsamo is a self-taught filmmaker from Mindanao whose work is rooted in a deep commitment to uncovering stories often overlooked or unheard. Jeff discovered a passion for filmmaking and storytelling that ultimately reshaped his creative path. His background in technology sharpened his eye for structure, detail, and experimentation, qualities that now shape the distinct visual and narrative language present in his films. His works are often engaged in sociopolitical dynamics which his current program BA Sociology greatly influenced his cinema.

His most recent work “Salbabida” is a socio-political narrative short film which won 2nd Best Film, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best...