28/11/2025
Siuton National High School’s Beyond the Screen Bags 2nd Place in LGU-Magallanes Advocacy Film Festival
MAGALLANES, Sorsogon — Siuton National High School’s advocacy film Beyond the Screen clinched 2nd Place in the LGU-Magallanes Advocacy Film Festival held in celebration of the National Children’s Month, anchored on the theme “OSAEC-CSAEM Wakasan: Kaligtasan at Karapatan ng Bata, Ipaglaban.”
The film earned praise for its compelling portrayal of online safety issues faced by children today, reflecting the festival’s call to protect and uphold the rights of every Filipino child. The school extended its gratitude to the organizers led by Hon. Mayor Ma. Ramona Elena M. Ragragio for fostering platforms that empower young storytellers to advocate social awareness.
Directed by Ivane Sendon, Beyond the Screen showcased performances from Ranilo E. Guetan, Andrea Bansagale, Mark Denver Geraldino, Elaiza Fae Clete, Ma. Regie Dominguez, Tricia May Buban, Alyssa Vergara, and Yuzin Llaneta. The production was strengthened by the special participation of Sir Rey Baraquiel and Ma’am Emy Carrascal, along with cameo roles of selected students.
The cast and crew received coaching and guidance from Ma’am Aily Carrillo-Pongasi.
Earlier in the day, the same group of student creators Ivane Sendon, Andrea Bansagale, Elaiza Fae Clete, and Bernadette Encela also participated in a Photography Workshop, honing their skills in visual storytelling and multimedia production.
With this milestone, Siuton National High School continues to showcase excellence in campus journalism and the arts, using film and creative media to inspire protection, awareness, and advocacy for children’s rights.