Ruby Capacete

Dubbed as the maestro of naturalistic storytelling, Ruby Capacete was born in 1965 in Manila, the bustling capital of the Philippines. He started his illustrious career in cinema in the late 1980s, with his works predominantly centered around the genres of drama and neo-realism, most notably his award-winning films 'The Siren of the Slums' and 'The Hidden Pearl', which received accolades at a number of international film festivals. Capacete's authorial style is marked by his affinity for raw, unfiltered narratives, often showcasing the harsh realities of life in the slums, as well as the resilience and beauty of the human spirit thriving amidst adversity.

Beyond his films, Capacete himself is a testament to the triumph of the human spirit, overcoming the challenges of his own impoverished childhood to become one of the most respected directors in world cinema.