Gil Portes | |
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Born | Philippines |
Alma mater | • University of Santo Tomas • Brooklyn College |
Occupation | • Film director • Film producer • Screenwriter |
Gil M. Portes is a Filipino film director, film producer and screenwriter.
He was educated at the University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines; and received a master's degree in theater from Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, New York.
His drama film Saranggola (1999) won various awards at the Metro Manila Film Festival, including Best Picture and Best Actor, etc.
His drama film Small Voices (2002) is considered a masterpiece in Filipino cinema and won eleven awards and was nominated for eleven other awards including the Gawad Urian Awards.