Kalel, 15

Kalel, 15
Directed byJun Robles Lana
Screenplay byJun Robles Lana
Produced by
  • Jun Robles Lana
  • Ferdinand Lapuz
  • Vitto P. Lazatin
  • Sienna G. Olaso
  • Guido R. Zaballero
StarringElijah Canlas
CinematographyCarlo Mendoza
Edited byBenjamin G. Tolentino
Music byTeresa Barrozo
Production
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Release dates
  • November 29, 2019 (2019-11-29) (PÖFF)
  • December 18, 2019 (2019-12-18) (Philippines)
Running time
104 minutes
CountryPhilippines
LanguageFilipino

Kalel, 15 is a 2019 Philippine drama film written, co-produced, and directed by Jun Robles Lana. Shot in monochrome, the film stars Elijah Canlas as the titular 15-year old teenager who was infected with HIV. It also features a supporting cast including Jaclyn Jose, Eddie Garcia, Cedrick Juan, Sue Prado, and Gabby Padilla.

Produced by The IdeaFirst Company, Octobertrain Films, and Cignal Entertainment, the film was premiered on November 29, 2019, as one of the enteries at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival in Estonia, and theatrically released in the Philippines on December 18.