Silenced Nights is a 2026 drama film directed by Lawrence Fajardo. The film set in a Philippine slum stars Nico Antonio and Lotlot de Leon, and is inspired by 2017 killing of Kian delos Santos. An international co-production between Philippines, France, and Taiwan it follows a witness to an extrajudicial killing as he seeks to make the truth known.
The film had its world premiere in the Platform section of the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival on 13 September 2026, where it competed for the Platform Prize. It is also slated to open in Philippine theaters on 16 September 2026 following its world premiere.
Cast Nico Antonio Lotlot de Leon Ina Feleo Tanya Gomez Joel Saracho Dylan Ray Talon Simon Ibarra Mario Magallona Rom Factolerin Soliman Cruz Hector Macaso Raul Morit Bombi Plata Apollo Abraham DMs Boongaling Mae Paner Tess Jamias Nuyad Micko Laurente Enzo Osorio Jorrybell Agoto Aquisha Tombig
Production
The film was shot in 2025 in Happy Land, a sitio in Tondo, Manila right after Christmas amid the holiday decorations as the title of the film hints an allusion to the popular intangible cultural heritage Christmas carol, "Silent Night." In June 2026, it was reported that film has completed the post production.
Release Silenced Nights had its world premiere at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival on 13 September 2026, in the Platform section.
Accolades
AwardDate of ceremonyCategoryRecipient(s)Result Toronto International Film Festival 20 September 2026 Platform PrizeSilenced Nights
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