
Kanakan-Balintagos
DirectingAbout Kanakan-Balintagos
Kanakan-Balintagos, formerly known as Auraeus Solito, is a Palawán-Filipino filmmaker and indigenous peoples rights advocate who comes from a lineage of shaman-kings from the Palawán tribe. He was one of the first to be born outside of his tribal land of South Palawan. He was born in Manila and, after graduating from the Philippine Science High School, studied theater at the University of the Philippines, where he received a degree in Theater Arts. One of the leading independent filmmakers in the Philippines, he was chosen as part of in Take 100, The Future of Film in 2010. This book, published by Phaidon Press, New York, is a survey featuring 100 emerging film directors from around the world who have been selected by 10 internationally prominent film festival directors.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kanakan-Balintagos reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 4 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Kanakan-Balintagos's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kanakan-Balintagos remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rizal in Dapitan, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kanakan-Balintagos Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kanakan-Balintagos's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kanakan-Balintagos.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Philippine New Wave: This Is Not a Film Movement | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Pagbabalik sa Tribo | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Rizal in Dapitan | Blind man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Beyond the Mainstream: A Salute to Philippine Independent Cinema | - | Flop | Similar → |
Kanakan-Balintagos - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kanakan-Balintagos?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kanakan-Balintagos is "Rizal in Dapitan" with a rating of 6.0/10.
How many movies has Kanakan-Balintagos acted in?
Kanakan-Balintagos has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kanakan-Balintagos?
Other notable films include "Philippine New Wave: This Is Not a Film Movement", "Pagbabalik sa Tribo", and "Beyond the Mainstream: A Salute to Philippine Independent Cinema".



