'Tatsulok' Direktor na si Jhonny Bobier, tahasang itinanggi isyu ukol sa umano’y pekeng permit
- Indie film Director Jhonny Bobier firmly denied any involvement in the alleged fake MTRCB permit linked to his film "Tatsulok"
- In a public video statement, Direk Jhonny explained that handling direct screening requirements was entirely new to his independent team
- The filmmaker claimed he was cornered at the last minute during their premiere and felt intentionally embarrassed by venue staff
- Despite facing mounting controversy and canceled screenings, Direk Jhonny vowed that nothing will ever stop him from creating political films
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Indie film Director Jhonny Bobier has officially broken his silence regarding the swirling allegations of a falsified Movie and Television Review and Classification Board permit connected to his experimental project, “Tatsulok.”
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Facing mounting scrutiny head-on, the passionate filmmaker is pushing back against administrative chaos and demanding a fair chance to defend his integrity.
The trouble first erupted when regulatory authorities flagged a suspicious Permit to Exhibit during the film's premiere, noting discrepancies and a lack of proper registration.
However, sharing his side of the story through a detailed video statement reported by Inquirer Entertainment, Direk Jhonny insisted that he had absolutely nothing to do with the fraudulent paperwork.
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"I did not know anything about this alleged fake MTRCB permit for August 21. I did not create one. I did not secure one. And I did not knowingly submit one," he forcefully stated.
According to the director, navigating the complex maze of venue requirements was an entirely unfamiliar territory since he previously relied on established film festivals to manage such logistical burdens.
He explained that he trusted the arrangements made through a cinema representative, believing that a formal permit was only targeted for a wider public run rather than a private premiere night attended mostly by family, friends, and the media.
The tension peaked right when the event was already underway, with staff members suddenly threatening to pull the plug unless proper clearance was presented on the spot.
Reflecting on how the stressful situation unfolded, the beleaguered creator expressed deep frustration over the timing of the accusations, feeling as though he was deliberately cornered in front of his supporters.
Yet, even as the venue management distanced themselves and canceled subsequent commercial screenings, Direk Jhonny made it clear that his voice will not be silenced.
Turning the crisis into a resolute testament of artistic freedom, he issued a defiant closing remark: "I will not stop making political films. They can question my films. They can question my decisions. They can even question me. But they can’t stop me from making films."
Independent Philippine cinema serves as a powerful medium for raw storytelling and social critique. While acclaimed works like "Sunshine Family" showcase brilliant cross-cultural collaboration, gritty productions like "Oro" expose complex ethical trials behind the camera, sparking intense national debates on artistic license, accountability, and moral integrity.
In a related article published 7 years ago, it featured the celebration of Spring Films’ 10th anniversary, which at that time, released "Sunshine Family," a local adaptation of a hit 1992 Japanese movie, to mark the milestone. The film brilliantly blended Filipino emotional warmth with Korean technical expertise under the helm of director Kim Tai Sik. Shot entirely in South Korea, the narrative follows an overseas family navigating unexpected hurdles after a hit-and-run accident. Beyond lighthearted comedy, the film explored cross-cultural similarities, strong family ties, and relevant social issues.
In another related article a couple of years before the milestone reached by Spring Films, or some ten years ago, indie actress Japo Parcero shared a detailed Facebook exposè detailing distressing behind-the-scenes events during the shoot of the indie film "Oro." She revealed that two dogs tragically perished under questionable circumstances during the production of the 2016 film entry. The shocking revelations sparked massive public backlash and swift condemnation from animal welfare advocates across the country. Her brave statement ignited intense industry debates regarding production accountability and the true ethical limits of cinematic realism.
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