Kalel, 15

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Kalel, 15

"15 years old. Son of a priest. HIV positive."

2019

1h 44m

6.7(11 votes)

Drama

Overview

Surrounded by tensions and secrets, a teenage boy searches for validation and navigates life with a dysfunctional family following an HIV diagnosis.

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Cast & Crew

30 members

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Elijah Canlas

Kalel

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Jaclyn Jose

Edith

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Eddie Garcia

Father George

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Gabby Padilla

Sue

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Cedrick Juan

Danny

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Elora Españo

Ruth

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Sue Prado

Mameng

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Kych Minemoto

Caloy

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Dylan Ray Talon

Jeric

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Timothy Castillo

Allan

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Akira Morishita

Balmaceda

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Giovanni Baldisseri

Mon

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Mel Martinez

Client

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Luis Ruiz

Paeng

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Ruby Ruiz

Osang

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Gilleth Sandico

Openg

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Angie Castrence

School Principal

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Malou Crisologo

Edith's Sister

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Nikko Hubalde

Coach

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Patrick Victorino

Balmaceda's Friend

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Kim Harvey Villegas

Balmaceda's Friend

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Roy Requejo

Policeman

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Production

Dacky Dacanay

School Teacher

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Rosario Atun

Neighbor

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Writing

Dwein Ruedas Baltazar

Maid #1

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Manel Sevidal

Maid #2

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Directing

Dominic Lim

Priest

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Anne Merlyn Vindio

Khalel's Girl

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Xzyrone Sy

Paul

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Ma. Angelica Atun

Edith's Neighbor

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