HAGAWHAW | SDO Bais City | DepEd NIR | PEACE Short Film Festival 2026

Despite living a comfortable life, Alvin feels misunderstood. His inner conflict and fear of rejection lead him to lash out others, especially Allen. Their teacher, Teacher Grace, struggles to understand Alvin’s behavior. As the story unfolds, Alvin’s anger is revealed to stem from his painful past. Feeling abandoned and unloved, Alvin grows up confused about his identity and resentful toward his biological mother, Teacher Grace. An emotional confrontation, eventually, exposes the truth about why he was sent away and how much his family actually sacrificed for him. Realizing the love that still surrounds him, Alvin slowly learns to forgive and reconnect with his family, especially Allen. Inspired by his experiences, he changes his life and dedicates himself to helping others. Together with Allen, they advocate for anti-bullying awareness, proving that people can change and that understanding, forgiveness, and family can heal even the deepest wounds.