Januel Mercado
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Film
Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado reveal the creative choices behind Forgotten Island, from its analog setting to trusting their instincts and the ideas that survived the final cut.
Hollywood First Look is with directors Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado, talking about Forgotten Island. The DreamWorks Animation film follows…
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Events
Lea Salonga, Dolly de Leon, Januel Mercado, Ruby Ibarra, and more celebrate Filipino cinema, community, and representation at the 2026 Manila International Film Festival.
Hollywood celebrating Philippine cinema, Filipino talent, and its growing presence on the global stage. In these exclusive interviews, Lea Salonga,…
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Film
Januel Mercado and Joel Crawford discuss Forgotten Island, Filipino roots and DreamWorks magic
Hollywood First Look is with Januel Mercado and Joel Crawford, co-directors and real-life best friends, talking about their upcoming film,…
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