News and Updates
10-01-08
ARTICLE about the film written at ADVANCE MAGAZINE FOR OT

09-18-08
Blurb for the clip of THE MOUNTAIN THIEF
IFP FILM WEEK - Rough Cut Lab Showcase
"Back on the narrative side, even the blatantly dramatic works were assembled as crowd-pleasers. Gerry Balasta's "The Mountain Thief," set amid the ongoing insurgency in the Philippines as a father and son flee the surrounding chaos, intentionally highlighted chase sequences and other intense
moments. The audience roared in approval".
06-20-08
The Mountain Thief was selected to the prestigious 2008 IFP Narrative Rough Cut Labs,
Gerry got incredible feedback and support from IFP during the week and until the film is finished.
The film will also participate in the IFP Film Week in September.
Press Release below:
BLOGS:
IFP FILM LAB BLOGS- Behind The Scenes
ARTICLES:
INDIEWIRE- REVIEW OF CLIP
ADVANCE MAGAZINE- Filming Hope
IFP PRESS RELEASE- Narrative Lab Selection
VARIETY- Narrative Lab Selection

WINNER SPECIAL JURY AWARD SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL ASIAN-AMERICAN FILM FESTIVAL! More film festivals coming!