Nanahimik ang Gabi

Nanahimik ang Gabi (A Silent Night)^[2] is a 2022 Philippine erotic thriller film starring Ian Veneracion, Heaven Peralejo, and Mon Confiado. It was directed by Shugo Praico under Rein Entertainment.

Nanahimik ang Gabi
Theatrical release poster
Directed by	Shugo Praico
Written by	Shugo Praico
Produced by	Shugo Praico Philip King Lino Cayetano
Starring	Ian Veneracion Heaven Peralejo Mon Confiado
Cinematography	Moises Zee
Edited by	Moises Zee
Music by	Greg Rodriguez III
Production company	Rein Entertainment Productions
Distributed by	Rein Entertainment Productions
Release date	December 25, 2022 (2022-12-25)
Country	Philippines
Language	Filipino
Box office	₱7 million[1]

Synopsis

The film explores the secret relationship between a corrupt police officer and a young woman who acts as his "sugar baby".

Cast

• Ian Veneracion as Chief:
  A corrupt and abusive police officer who plays the role of "sugar daddy" in his relationship with Me-Ann.
• Heaven Peralejo as Me-Ann:
  The "sugar baby" of Chief.
• Mon Confiado as Soliman.

Production

Nanahimik ang Gabi was produced under Rein Entertainment with Shugo Praico as its director and writer.^[3][4][5] The film is a suspense thriller that contains both sexual and violent content..^[5] The film revolves around the covert relationship of a woman with a corrupt police officer and "sugar daddy."^[6] Principal photography began in July 2022 in Tagaytay.^[5]

Peralejo was offered the role of Me-Ann three to four times. She initially hesitated to accept the role because she felt unready to perform certain scenes in the film.^[7]

Confiado employed method acting to prepare for his role as Soliman.^[8] To immerse himself in the part, he isolated himself in the mountains for four days, reflecting the film’s setting in a secluded house. Director Praico described the casting for Confiado’s role as “tricky,” noting that around 15 actors were considered for the part.^[9]

Release

Nanahimik ang Gabi was released in cinemas in the Philippines on December 25, 2022, as one of the eight official entries of the 2022 Metro Manila Film Festival.^[10]