The short film received numerous nominations at international film festivals in 2012, including the Metro Manila Film Festival in the Philippines. Joson was only 19 years old at the time, making her the youngest filmmaker to win an awards at festivals. It also opened doors for her in the Philippine movie industry.
In 2020, during the pandemic, the short film experienced a resurgence via streaming due to its relevance to the #MeToo movement. It attracted a wave of Western horror fans, and many Hollywood celebrities began following Joson on social media. Since then, the filmmaker has been making headlines.
In 2020, during the pandemic, the short film experienced a resurgence via streaming due to its relevance to the #MeToo movement. It attracted a wave of Western horror fans, and many Hollywood celebrities began following Joson on social media. Since then, the filmmaker has been making headlines.
In 2012, she represented her film school, the Asia Pacific Film Institute, at the Metro Manila Film Festival Short Film Category Batch 1, alongside the now-renowned writers Jancy Nicolas and Katherine Labayen. At the time, the festival was dubbed the "NCAA for film students," earning praise from critics and solidifying MMFF's decision to introduce both short film and indie film categories for the first time. Joson's nomination also led her former schools to celebrate her success.
Committed to authenticity, Joson refused to use CGI, relying instead on prosthetics and practical effects.
Committed to authenticity, Joson refused to use CGI, relying instead on prosthetics and practical effects.
Filmmaker Emille Joson is a huge fan of Marian Rivera. Joson initially considered casting the Primetime Queen for the anti-hero role. However, after watching Brian De Palma's Carrie, Joson was inspired to take a different approach, opting to cast theater actors and fresh faces for the roles instead.
ABS-CBN's master editor for Nasaan Ka Elisa, Direk Ludwig Peralta, helmed the cinematography and editing of the short film. However, it was Emille Joson's artistic vision that earned approval for international streaming, ultimately leading to two distinct cuts of the film. Ludwig's cut was the one shown during Metro Manila Film Festival run in Robinsons Manila in 2012.
At just 19 years old, Joson impressively assembled a team of veteran filmmakers to serve as the crew and creative force behind the short film. Her father, Carlito Joson, provided the financial backing for the project, supporting her bold vision at such a young age.
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