First Filipino Movie Premiere at the Nation’s Capital
🎬 How to Get Away from My Toxic Family
📅 Saturday, November 8, 2025 🕙 10:00 AM
📍 ByTowne Cinema, 325 Rideau St., Ottawa
About the Film
A hardworking and loyal OFW, a chef from Dubai, returns home hoping to pursue his dream of owning a restaurant and starting his own life. But he soon finds himself at odds with his family and their toxic tendencies, leading him to ask:
“Where does sacrifice end and selfishness begin?”
Film Credits
Director: Lawrence Fajardo
Writers: Ogie Diaz, John Paul Bedia, Noah Tonga
Stars: Zanjoe Marudo, Susan Africa, Richard Quan
Tickets
🎟 General Admission – $35
🌟 VIP Admission – $60 (Includes Photo Op + Q&A with Ogie Diaz and Mama Loi)
Charity Cause
A portion of the proceeds will benefit the KASUSO Philippines Foundation for Breast Care Inc., supporting breast cancer awareness, care, and advocacy.
✨ Presented by PIACH (Philippine International for Arts, Culture & Heritage) – celebrating culture, arts, and heritage through film.
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📞 613.263.4794 🌐 www.piach.ca
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