Forgotten Island

Note: this film is not an official Festival selection, but screened as a special event.
High school graduates Jo and Raissa (Grammy and Academy Award® winning supernova H.E.R. and international star Liza Soberano) have been best friends since grade school, but are now about to embark on separate life paths. While celebrating their last night together, Jo and Raissa stumble upon a mysterious portal that transports them to the fantastical island of Nakali, packed with magical and mythological creatures they grew up hearing stories about from their Filipino families. When they discover that the memories of their entire friendship are the price for returning home, Jo and Raissa will race to find a way to leave the island before they forget each other forever.

The film’s all-star voice cast also includes Tony-winning icon Lea Solanga, Emmy nominee Dave Franco, Emmy nominee Jenny Slate, Manny Jacinto, BAFTA nominee Dolly de Leon, Jo Koy, and Emmy winner Ronny Chieng.