The Master Chief: Part One

The Master Chief: Part One
Official poster
Directed byChris Soriano
Written byChris Soriano
Produced by
  • Bryan W. Anderson
  • Mark De Leon
  • Ken Gora
  • Olivia Lyle
  • Vincent Manalac
  • Kevin Morris
  • Evan Nejad
  • Jamuelle Zumel
Starring
  • Chris Soriano
  • Jonel Awit
  • Ryan Barrier
  • Dan Hwang
  • Dillon Kivo
  • Peter Laboy
  • Christina Ledo
  • Mikaylee Mina
CinematographyGarrett Gaston
Edited byMark De Leon
Production
company
Albea Embestro Soriano
Release dates
  • November 10, 2023 (2023-11-10) (Theatrical)
  • February 23, 2024 (2024-02-23) (VOD)
CountryUnited States

The Master Chief: Part One is a 2023 American drama film written and directed by Chris Soriano. The film stars Soriano, Haley Weber and Ryan Barrier.

Plot

Racial tension aboard a ship becomes a reality for a Filipino sailor.

Cast

  • Chris Soriano as Gabe Rosario
  • Princeton Egbe as Tate
  • Jon Awit
  • Ryan Barrier as Captain ONeill
  • Ina Dahilig as Gabe's Mom
  • Wyll Dickenson as Executive Officer Canson
  • Dan Hwang as Caleb
  • Kat Kendria as Waitress
  • Dillon Kivo as Petty Officer of the Watch (POOW)
  • Peter Laboy
  • Christina Ledo as Ops O Young
  • Mikaylee Mina as Kate ONeill
  • Warren Mitchell as Gibbs
  • Rob Moore as Tony Bancroft
  • Kody Seewald as Lieutenant Smith
  • James Shelledy as CPO Morales
  • Hillary Soriano
  • Kyle Blaine Tiglao as CPO Arcilla
  • Georgina Tolentino
  • Rhandy Torres as Master Chief Tabalon
  • Haley Weber as Mikayla
  • Jamuelle Zumel as Romi

Production

The film was shot aboard Naval ships in San Diego, California[1] with a local cast and crew.[2] The story is based on the experiences and hardships Soriano's father faced during his time in the United States Navy.[3]

Release

The film was released in theaters on November 10, 2023[1][4][5] and video on demand in February 2024.[6]

Sequel

In August 2024, a sequel titled The Master Chief: Subic Bay was scheduled to begin production with actress Heart Evangelista.[7]

References

  1. ^ a b "Action Drama Film 'The Master Chief' That Highlights Filipino Mafia to Premiere This November - When In Manila". When In Manila. 2023-10-20. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
  2. ^ Small, Moses (2023-11-17). "'The Master Chief': Local movie highlights Filipino U.S. Navy sailors". KGTV. Retrieved 2024-01-02.
  3. ^ Sambile, Kristel (2023-11-11). "'The Master Chief' honors Filipino Americans' US Navy legacy on the big screen". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 2024-01-02.
  4. ^ De Pacina, Michelle (2023-11-03). "Chris Soriano film 'The Master Chief' pays tribute to Filipino sailors in US Navy". Next Shark. Archived from the original on 2023-11-03. Retrieved 2024-01-02.
  5. ^ Danoff, Owen (2023-10-17). "The Master Chief Trailer Sees Tensions Rise In The US Navy [EXCLUSIVE]". Screen Rant. Retrieved 2024-01-02.
  6. ^ "The Master Chief: Part One | Where to Stream and Watch | Decider". Decider. 2024-02-23. Retrieved 2025-01-31.
  7. ^ Merican, Sara (2024-05-10). "Actor-Director Chris Soriano's 'The Master Chief: Subic Bay' Confirms August Shoot, Actress Heart Evangelista Set To Appear". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 2024-06-08.