Chris Soriano
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Chris Soriano is an American actor and filmmaker, best known for writing, directing and acting in the films Almighty Zeus (2022),[2][3] The Wedding Hustler (2023),[4][5][6] and The Master Chief: Part One (2023).[7]
Born to Filipino parents at Naval Medical Center San Diego,[8] and raised in Paradise Hills, San Diego,[9] his films have been noted for addressing issues faced by Asian Americans.[10][8][9]
Filmography[edit]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2020 | Dynasty Boys | [9] | |
| 2022 | Almighty Zeus | Zeus Ortega | [9] |
| 2023 | The Wedding Hustler | Chris Soriano | [9] |
| The Master Chief: Part One | Gabe Rosario | [9] | |
| TBA | The Master Chief: Subic Bay | Gabe Rosario | [11] |
The Master Chief: Part One[edit]
| The Master Chief: Part One | |
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| Directed by | Chris Soriano |
| Written by | Chris Soriano |
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| Cinematography | Garrett Gaston |
| Edited by | Mark De Leon |
Production company | Albea Embestro Soriano |
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The Master Chief: Part One is a 2023 American drama film written and director by Chris Soriano. The film stars Soriano, Haley Weber and Ryan Barrier.
Plot[edit]
Racial tension aboard a ship becomes a reality for a Filipino sailor.
Cast[edit]
- Chris Soriano as Gabe Rosario
- Jonel Awit
- Ryan Barrier
- Dan Hwang
- Dillon Kivo
- Peter Laboy
- Christina Ledo
- Mikaylee Mina
- Warren Mitchell
- Rob Moore
- Kody Seewald
- Hillary Soriano
- Kyle Blaine Tiglao
- Georgina Tolentino
- Rhandy Torres
- Haley Weber
- Jamuelle Zumel
Production[edit]
The film was shot aboard Naval ships in San Diego, California[12] with a local cast and crew.[13] The story is based on the experiences and hardships Soriano's father faced during his time in the United States Navy.[14]
Release[edit]
The film was released in theaters on November 10, 2023.[12][15][16]
References[edit]
- ^ Zevely, Jeff (2022-01-13). "San Diego couple seeks out the 'Do's and Don'ts' of saying 'I Do' in 2022". KFMB-TV. Retrieved 5 January 2024.
- ^ Coddon, David L. (1 December 2022). "Arts & Culture Newsletter: To get 'Almighty Zeus' to the big screen, it definitely took a village". San Diego Union-Tribune. Retrieved 5 January 2024.
- ^ Hellberg, Tessa Hayley (24 November 2022). "Exclusive: Chris Soriano And Miguel Matos Open Up About Tackling Asian Hate In "Almighty Zeus"". TheThings. Retrieved 29 December 2022.
- ^ Hellberg, Tessa Hayley (19 December 2022). "Exclusive: Chris And Hillary Soriano On Starring Together In The Kane Lim-Produced 'The Wedding Hustler'". TheThings. Retrieved 2 January 2024.
- ^ Bell, Diane (19 January 2023). "Column: S.D. couple turns pandemic wedding saga into feature film". San Diego Union-Tribune. Retrieved 2 January 2024.
- ^ Small, Moses (18 February 2023). "'The Wedding Hustler': San Diego couple releases movie based on pandemic wedding". KGTV. Retrieved 2 January 2024.
- ^ De Pacina, Michelle (3 November 2023). "Chris Soriano film 'The Master Chief' pays tribute to Filipino sailors in US Navy". Next Shark. Archived from the original on 3 November 2023. Retrieved 2 January 2024.
- ^ a b Agee, Kelly (23 February 2024). "Navy sailor's filmmaking son brings Filipino enlisted stories to the small screen". Stars and Stripes. Retrieved 1 March 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f Ramos Tucker, Pollyana (6 October 2023). "La Gente: Actor and Filmmaker Chris Soriano". Hispanos News. Retrieved 1 March 2024.
- ^ "Film raises awareness on Asian hate crimes". CNN Philippines. 9 November 2022. Archived from the original on 11 November 2022. Retrieved 1 March 2024.
- ^ 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.
- ^ 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.
- ^ Small, Moses (2023-11-17). "'The Master Chief': Local movie highlights Filipino U.S. Navy sailors". KGTV. Retrieved 2024-01-02.
- ^ 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.
- ^ 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.
- ^ Danoff, Owen (2023-10-17). "The Master Chief Trailer Sees Tensions Rise In The US Navy [EXCLUSIVE]". Screen Rant. Retrieved 2024-01-02.
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