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Debut Film Explores Family Dysfunction Amid Typhoon Chaos

10/30/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Andrea Benjamin Manenti's debut film, 'I Have to Fuck Before the World Ends,' is a comedy set in Italy and the Philippines.
Story follows 16-year-old Ren as he navigates his possessive mother Mia's love during a Filipino wake while Typhoon Edith approaches.
The film blends live action and animation and explores independence and family dysfunction.
Volos Films and Epicmedia co-produce the project.
Production is planned for 2027 after financing.

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Story summary

Andrea Benjamin Manenti's debut film, 'I Have to Fuck Before the World Ends,' is a comedy set in Italy and the Philippines.
Story follows 16-year-old Ren as he navigates his possessive mother Mia's love during a Filipino wake while Typhoon Edith approaches.
The film blends live action and animation and explores independence and family dysfunction.
Volos Films and Epicmedia co-produce the project.
Production is planned for 2027 after financing.