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.
Kanakan-Balintagos Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kanakan-Balintagos reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 4 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Kanakan-Balintagos's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 0% of Kanakan-Balintagos's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Rizal in Dapitan, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kanakan-Balintagos Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kanakan-Balintagos's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kanakan-Balintagos has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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".