In the story, Lea’s superpower is actually how she copes with the harassment she experiences from her father. “They feel like they’re somewhere else while the traumatic experience is happening,” he added. But I found out about body dissociation, and it’s supposedly common among those undergoing trauma). Pero nalaman ko yung body dissociation, and common daw siya sa mga dumadaan sa trauma,” the writer said. (At first, I had the idea to make Lea a ghost. “ Noong una, nagkaroon ako ng idea na batang ghost si Lea. The decision to present Lea as a superpowered child was prompted by Augie’s research on a phenomenon known as body dissociation. I conducted research and interviews at the Child Protection Unit in UP Manila). (The story was not based on a particular child or case. Nagresearch ako at naginterview sa Child Protection Unit sa UP Manila,” Augie told Rappler. “ Hindi naman siya based sa isang particular bata or case.
Augie, who is known for his work on classics such as Ang Alamat ng Ampalaya and Xilef, was commissioned by Adarna House and Soroptimist International of the Philippines to write a story tackling child sexual abuse. Behind the storyĪng Lihim ni Lea is based on a children’s book of the same name, written by Augie Rivera. The use of a superhero motif to tackle such a sensitive issue makes this short film unique, and its powerful message has made it a favorite in international film festivals. She is excited to try out her powers at school, only to later realize that her powers are not what they seem.īased on the 2007 children’s book by Augie Rivera and directed by Rico Gutierrez, the short film actually tackles child sexual abuse. Lea later discovers that she can go through walls and doors, and she marvels at her adventures. The protagonist, Lea (Princess Cuvinar), is a young girl who moves into a new condominium with her father. After all, it features a charismatic lead character with “powers” – a staple in popular children’s animated movies. A shocking tragedy begins to spiral up as Antonio meets his hedonistic uncle Jonbert, who becomes the boy’s sexual obsession.At first glance, Ang Lihim ni Lea seems like another beautifully animated children’s film.
His altruistic mother, Tere (Shamaine Buencamino) is in complete denial that his father has already abandoned them. Although his straight best friend, Mike (Jiro Manio), has been supportive of his coming out, his first sexual conquest has led to the destruction of his friendship with his other best buddy, Nathan.Īntonio’s exploration of his identity unfolds as his family begins to break up. Antonio (Kenji Garcia) is a curious fifteen year old boy who is beginning to come to terms with his own sexuality.
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