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Zech Alvarez

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Zech Alvarez

TL, EN cinema · 7 credits

Also known as Zechri Jacob Alvarez

Zech Alvarez is an Ilokano filmmaker from Ilocos Norte, Philippines. He sees filmmaking as an extension of himself, often drawing from personal experiences and emotions. His work is drawn to metaphorical and allegorical storytelling, translating emotions, relationships, memories, and human experiences into concrete images, objects, and figures. He made his national debut with Kurita, which premiered at the 2026 Sine Kabataan Film Festival and received a Special Mention Award. He continues to create films rooted in Ilokano stories and experiences.

Known for

Filmography

The Last Raindrop poster

The Last Raindrop

TLNot rated

Director

ISHANG poster

ISHANG

ENNot rated

Director, Writer

Pagsensyas poster

Pagsensyas

TL · 2026Not rated

Editor

After It Runs Dry poster

After It Runs Dry

TL · 2026Not rated

Director, Writer, Cinematography, Editor, Graphic Designer, Translator

Octopus poster

Octopus

TL · 2026Not rated

Director

2.75 KM poster

2.75 KM

TL · 2024Not rated

Director, Writer, Editor

Tawid poster

Tawid

TL · 2024Not rated

Assistant Director