Walong Libong Piso
| Walong Libong Piso | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Dante Balboa |
| Written by | Dante Balboa |
| Based on | Walong Libong Piso by Dante Balboa |
| Produced by | Benjamin Austria |
| Starring | Paolo Gumabao |
| Music by | Gilbert Obispo |
Production company | Bentria Production |
Release date |
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Running time | 95 minutes |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
Walong Libong Piso (stylized as WALON8 LIBOnG PISO) (lit. 'Eight Thousand Pesos') is a 2025 Philippine psychological drama film written and directed by Dante Balboa.[1] The film is a film version of the theater play with the same title, writer, director and lead actor.[2]
Synopsis
The film tackles the hypersexuality disorder and mental health issues amongst the protagonist and antagonist of the story.
Cast
- Paolo Gumabao as Dante[3]
- Jhon Mark Marcia[4]
- Drei Arias[5]
- Juan Paulo Calma[6]
Production
After completing his master's degree Dante Balboa returned to show business to write and direct films. He proposed a project to Benjamin Austria. Director Dante Balboa starts directing and he starts with the film Graduation Day, followed by a live theater play titled Walong Libong Piso. All of the projects are under BenTria Productions.[7] The film version of the production reflects the real time aspect by being shot in a single take, only moving around through zooms and pans.[8]
Music
The film official theme song titled "Init ng Katawan" was written by Dante Balboa, arranged by Elmer Bancaflor, produced by BenTria Productions and interpreted by Aris Conception.[9]
Release
The film director Dante Balboa first announced on his social media the release date of the re-run of Walong Libong Piso play on November and December 2025 and posted the release date of the film version of it on October 22, 2025, under Bentria Production.[10][11]
Reception
| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philippine Glitter Awards 2025 | November 30, 2025 | Best Director of the Year | Dante Balboa | Won | [12] |
| Film Producer of the Year | Benjamin Austria | ||||
| Best Actor of the Year | Paolo Gumabao |
References
- ↑ Valdez, Jasper (June 20, 2025). "Dante Balboa's daring new play defies conventions". Manila Standard. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
- ↑ Nicasio, Nonie V. (October 16, 2025). "Stage play na 'Walong Libong Piso' may film version na ipalalabas sa sinehan bago magre-run". Police Files Tonite. Retrieved October 30, 2025.
- ↑ Mallorca, Hannah. "Paolo Gumabao makes stage debut in psychological play 'Walong Libong Piso'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
- ↑ "Jhon Mark Marcia debuts on stage with 'Walong Libong Piso'". The Manila Times. July 31, 2025. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
- ↑ "Drei Arias kargado ng talento". Police Files Tonite. August 6, 2025. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
- ↑ Troika, Pep (August 4, 2025). "Juan Paulo Calma, mangangabog sa stage play na Walong Libong Piso". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
- ↑ "Bentria Productions dives into live stage Theater with 'Walong Libong Piso'". Random Republika. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
- ↑ Severo, Jan Milo (July 30, 2025). "Paolo Gumabao to make theater debut in 'Walong Libong Piso'". The Philippine Star. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
- ↑ "INIT NG KATAWAN". Retrieved October 15, 2025.
- ↑ Requintina, Robert (October 16, 2025). "Daring play 'Walong Libong Piso' goes to the big screen". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "Plays na naging films, may reruns; movie na kinunang walang cut" [Plays to become films, there's reruns; movie shots with no cut]. Philippine Entertainment Portal. October 16, 2025. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "9 awards for Walong Libong Piso theater + film". Retrieved November 1, 2025.