Nanahimik ang Gabi
| Nanahimik ang Gabi | |
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Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Shugo Praico |
| Written by | Shugo Praico |
| Produced by |
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| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Moises Zee |
| Edited by | Moises Zee |
| Music by | Greg Rodriguez III |
Production company | Rein Entertainment Productions |
| Distributed by | Rein Entertainment Productions |
Release date |
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| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
| Box office | ₱7 million[1] |
Nanahimik ang Gabi (English: A Silent Night)[2] is a 2022 Philippine horror-thriller film starring Ian Veneracion, Heaven Peralejo, and Mon Confiado. It was directed by Shugo Praico under Rein Entertainment.
Synopsis
The film explores the secret relationship between a corrupt police officer and a young woman who acts as his "sugar baby". The couple spends a honeymoon getaway in a secluded house in rural area, until their vacation turns into a nightmare after the appearance of an uninvited guest.
Cast
- Ian Veneracion as Chief:
A corrupt and abusive police officer who plays the role of "sugar daddy" in his relationship with Me-Ann. - Heaven Peralejo as Me-Ann:
The "sugar baby" of Chief. - Mon Confiado as Soliman.
Production
Nanahimik ang Gabi was produced under Rein Entertainment with Shugo Praico as its director and writer.[3][4][5] The film is a suspense thriller that contains both sexual and violent content.[5] The film revolves around the covert relationship of a woman with a corrupt police officer and "sugar daddy."[6] Principal photography began in July 2022 in Tagaytay.[5]
Peralejo was offered the role of Me-Ann three to four times. She initially hesitated to accept the role because she felt unready to perform certain scenes in the film.[7]
Confiado employed method acting to prepare for his role as Soliman.[8] To immerse himself in the part, he isolated himself in the mountains for four days, reflecting the film's setting in a secluded house. Director Praico described the casting for Confiado's role as “tricky,” noting that around 15 actors were considered for the part.[9]
Release
Nanahimik ang Gabi was released in cinemas in the Philippines on December 25, 2022, as one of the eight official entries of the 2022 Metro Manila Film Festival.[10]
Awards
| Organization | Year | Nominatee/Work | Category | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Manila Film Festival | 2022 | Nanahimik ang gabi | Best Picture | Nominated | [11] |
| Shogu Praico | Best Director | Nominated | |||
| Ian Veneracion | Best Actor | Won | |||
| Heaven Peralejo | Best Actress | Nominated | |||
| Mon Confiado | Best Supporting Actor | Won | |||
| Shugo Praico | Best Screenplay | Nominated | |||
| Moo Zee | Best Cinematography | Nominated | |||
| Best Editing | Nominated | ||||
| Mariel Hizon | Best Production Design | Won | |||
| Nanahimik ang Gabi | Best Sound | Nominated | |||
| Greg Rodriguez III | Best Musical Score | Won | |||
| Nanahimik ang Gabi | Best Visual Effects | Nominated | |||
| Gender Sensitivity Award | Nominated | ||||
| FAMAS Award | 2023 | Ian Veneracion | Best Actor | Nominated | [12] |
| Heaven Peralejo | Best Actress | Nominated | |||
| Mon Confiado | Best Supporting Actor | Nominated | |||
| Andrea Teresa Idioma and Emelio Ben Sparks | Best Sound | Nominated | |||
| Luna Award | 2023 | Nanahimik ang Gabi | Best Picture | Nominated | [13] |
| Shugo Praico | Best Director | Nominated | |||
| Heaven Peralejo | Best Actress | Won | |||
| Mon Confiado | Best Supporting Actor | Nominated | |||
| Andrea Teresa Idioma | Best Sound | Nominated | |||
| The EDDYS Awards | 2023 | Nanahimik ang gabi | Best Picture | Nominated | [14] |
| Shugo Praico | Best Director | Nominated | |||
| Best Screenplay | Nominated | ||||
| Ian Veneracion | Best Actor | Nominated | |||
| Heaven Peralejo | Best Actress | Nominated | |||
| Mon Confiado | Best Supporting Actor | Won | |||
| Moo Zee | Best Cinematography | Won | |||
| Best Editing | Nominated | ||||
| Mariel Hizon | Best Production Design | Nominated | |||
| Andrea Teresa Idioma and Emelio Ben Sparks | Best Sound | Won | |||
| Nanahimik ang gabi | Best Visual Effects | Nominated |
References
- ^ "MMFF 2022 box office: Deleter naka-P234M; last placer naka-P1.5M lang". PEP.ph. Retrieved January 8, 2023.
- ^ "Ian, Heaven team up in MMFF suspense-thriller". Manila Bulletin. December 15, 2022. Retrieved December 15, 2022.
- ^ Ramos, Ethel (August 3, 2022). "Heaven plays sugar baby in new movie". Malaya Business Insight (in English and Filipino). Retrieved November 5, 2022.
- ^ "'Parang di ka na baby': Ian, Heaven bumilib sa teaser ng 'Nanahimik Ang Gabi'" ['You're not like a baby anymore': Ian, Heaven amazed of teaser for 'Nanahimik Ang Gabi']. ABS-CBN News (in Filipino). November 5, 2022. Retrieved November 5, 2022.
- ^ a b c "Lino Cayetano, tiniyak na may "sex and violence" ang pelikula nina Ian Veneracion at Heaven Peralejo" [Lino Cayetano, assures that there is "sex and vilence" in Ian Veneracion and Heaven Peralejo's movie]. PEP.ph. Philippine Entertainment Portal, Inc. July 5, 2022. Retrieved November 5, 2022.
- ^ Tomada, Nathalie (August 4, 2022). "Heaven Peralejo is Ian Veneracion's 'sugar baby' in Nanahimik Ang Gabi". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 5, 2022.
- ^ Olea, Jerry (August 2, 2022). "Heaven Peralejo reveals how she was convinced to play sugar baby in "Nanahimik Ang Gabi"". PEP.ph (in Filipino). Philippine Entertainment Portal, Inc. Retrieved November 5, 2022.
- ^ Olea, Jerry. "Mon Confiado reveals struggle in "de-roling" after shooting Nanahimik ang Gabi". PEP.ph. Retrieved July 24, 2025.
- ^ "Mon Confiado, namundok ng apat na araw para sa role niya sa Nanahimik Ang Gabi" [Mon Confiado, went to the mountains for four days for his role in Nanahimik Ang Gabi]. PEP.ph (in Filipino). July 27, 2022. Retrieved November 5, 2022.
- ^ Iglesias, Iza (July 9, 2022). "MMFF 2022 bares first four entries". The Manila Times. Retrieved November 5, 2022.
- ^ Purnell, Kristoffer (December 27, 2022). "'Deleter,' 'Nanahimik Ang Gabi,' and 'Mamasapano' win big at MMFF 2022". The Philippine Star. Retrieved December 28, 2022.
- Dumaual, Mario (December 28, 2022). "MMFF belatedly announces Special Jury Prize for action movie entry". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved December 28, 2022.
- ^ "FAMAS Awards 2023". OMBD FAMAS Awards 2023. Retrieved October 22, 2025.
- ^ "Heaven Peralejo, Noel Trinidad biggest winners at FAP's 39th Luna Awards". Inquirer. Retrieved October 22, 2025.
- ^ "The EDDYS Awards 2023". IMDb The Eddys Awards. Retrieved October 22, 2025.