Zech Alvarez is an Ilokano filmmaker from Ilocos Norte, Philippines. He sees filmmaking as an extension of himself, often drawing from personal experiences and emotions. His work is drawn to metaphorical and allegorical storytelling, translating emotions, relationships, memories, and human experiences into concrete images, objects, and figures. He made his national debut with Kurita, which premiered at the 2026 Sine Kabataan Film Festival and received a Special Mention Award. He continues to create films rooted in Ilokano stories and experiences.
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Kurita (2026) Director |
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After It Runs Dry (2026) Director |
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After It Runs Dry (2026) Writer |
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After It Runs Dry (2026) Cinematography |
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After It Runs Dry (2026) Editor |
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After It Runs Dry (2026) Graphic Designer |
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After It Runs Dry (2026) Translator |
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Pagsensyas (2026) Editor |
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Tawid (2024) Assistant Director |
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2.75 KM (2024) Director |
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2.75 KM (2024) Writer |
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2.75 KM (2024) Editor |
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The Last Raindrop () Director |
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ISHANG () Director |
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ISHANG () Writer |