BLACK TORO PRODUCTIONS WELCOMES YOU

Name: Black Toro Productions
Address: San Lorenzo, Makati, Metro Manila, PH
Telephone: 09339291559

Black Toro Film Production

Welcome to Black Toro Productions. Through meaningful storytelling and creative visual content, we help filmmaker agencies and brands connect with audiences in new and innovative ways. Start your project with us today.Black Toro Productions is a film production company in the Philippines and Canada offering you everything and more to turn your vision into reality. We provide the tools and services to produce eye-catching, distributable, and professional film.

Black Toro Productions has the professional capacity to handle all production sizes and needs.

With the combination of a dynamic team, high-level production methods, and diverse experience, we can visualize your message to resonate with the message you want conveyed. Finding a film production team that can anticipate and adapt to your content-creating needs can be very challenging. This is why we provide film production solutions, so you can experience a quick and efficient process with peace of mind knowing we understand your vision, brand, and the message you want to convey.

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Christian Paolo Lat

Founder, Director and Writer

Christian Paolo Lat is a Filipino-Canadian director, writer, producer, and actor known for his dynamic work in film, television, and advertising. Based in the Philippines, Canada, and the United States, Lat has built a successful career across multiple entertainment spheres, blending his cultural heritage to create globally resonant stories. He is recognized for his versatility in storytelling, having worked on diverse projects across various formats.

Lat has served as a creator, director, and writer for the For Us, By Us Network (FUBU) and UrbanflixTV, where he played a key role in developing original and cutting-edge content. His directorial achievements include the hit Urbanflix series "Broken Seeds,"which topped the platform in the United States. He also directed episodes of "Cocaine Sisters" and "Heaux Phase"in Hollywood and Atlanta, respectively.

In the Philippines, his feature film "Ginhawa"(2022) garnered significant attention at the Cinemalaya Film Festival, where it won Best Supporting Actress for Ruby Ruiz. The film continued to earn accolades, including five nominations at the Asean International Film Festival (AIFFA), where it was nominated for Best Film and Best Director. It also earned nominations at the Eddy's Awards and the Gawad Urian Awards, as well as international recognition at the 60th Asia-Pacific Film Festival. Lat's film "I Still Think About You" was nominated for Best Short Film at the FAMAS Awards, further showcasing his talent in the industry. He also directed a high-profile TV commercial for the TCL QLED C Series featuring actress Kathryn Bernardo.

Most recently, Lat's film "Journeyman" was selected as a finalist for the CinePanalo Film Festival 2025, highlighting his continued influence and growing success in the industry.

Lat’s ability to blend Eastern and Western storytelling traditions has earned him a reputation as a formidable force in both regional and international entertainment, making him a significant figure in contemporary filmmaking.

Ivan Dominic Lat

Co-Founder, Director and
Director of Photography

Dominic is a highly accomplished Filipino-Canadian cinematographer and an emerging director whose career spans both Canada and the Philippines. Recognized for his ability to capture compelling visuals across a range of media, including film, music videos, and high-profile advertising campaigns, Dominic continues to shape the visual landscape of contemporary storytelling.

Dominic gained notable attention with his work on Cinemalaya Film Festival 18's Ginhawa (2022), where his masterful use of light and composition added profound depth to the film's narrative. His work on Ben & Ben’s music video The Way You Look at Me (2023) further solidified his reputation, blending emotional resonance with visual storytelling in a way that captivated audiences. His latest film project, Sugar Baby, is a testament to his versatility and evolving style. The film is eagerly anticipated in both indie and mainstream circuits, showcasing Dominic’s ability to push the boundaries of visual storytelling.

Dominic also serves as the co-director and director of photography for Journeyman, a finalist at CinePanalo 2025. This achievement highlights his collaborative spirit and further cements his position as a multifaceted filmmaker capable of delivering impactful stories that resonate with diverse audiences.

In addition to his film work, Dominic has made a significant impact in the advertising industry. His portfolio includes high-profile TV commercials for global brands like Asus, RealMe, Sunlife, Lalamove, and Infinix. His expertise has led to collaborations with top-tier talent, including Sarah Geronimo, Kathryn Bernardo, Andrea Brillantes, Matteo Guidicelli, and the legendary boxer Manny Pacquiao.

Dominic frequently collaborates with directors, lending his expertise in cinematography to elevate visual storytelling. As an emerging director, he is expanding his creative influence further, bridging his technical expertise with his artistic vision. His ability to connect with audiences through diverse visual mediums has established him as a key figure in the industry, both in the Philippines and internationally. Whether through the emotional gravitas of a film, the narrative depth of a music video, or the impactful imagery of a commercial, Dominic continues to redefine and elevate the art of cinematography and filmmaking.

Our Story

Black Toro Productions, founded in 2016 by brothers Christian Paolo Lat and Dominic Ivan Lat, is a premier film production company based in Ottawa, Canada, and Manila, Philippines. Known for delivering culturally rich and globally resonant stories, the company specializes in feature films, short films, and music videos that leave a lasting impact on audiences.

The company’s origins lie in the success of OFW (2014), the Lat brothers’ award-winning short film about the lives of overseas Filipino workers in Ottawa. The film won Best Picture and Best Story at SPARTA XLII and garnered international recognition when their follow-up short film, Séjour, was selected for the prestigious Cannes Court Métrage 2016 – Official Trailer Program. The inclusion of Séjour in Cannes highlighted the brothers’ early talent and inspired the founding of Miracle Media Productions, which later rebranded as Black Toro Productions in 2021.

The Directorial Excellence of Christian Paolo Lat At the helm of Black Toro Productions is Christian Paolo Lat, a visionary filmmaker and co-founder whose directorial achievements have shaped the company’s identity and global recognition. Renowned for seamlessly blending Eastern and Western storytelling traditions, Christian’s projects are marked by their emotional depth and universal appeal.

TV Success in Hollywood and Atlanta: Christian served as Director and Co-Writer on three multi-million-dollar TV series—Broken Seeds, Heaux Phase, and Cocaine Sisters. These series, filmed in Hollywood, California, and Atlanta, Georgia, are now streaming on the For Us, By Us Network and other international platforms. Through these projects, Christian gained invaluable experience working with Hollywood-caliber talent and production crews, elevating the quality and impact of each production.

Ginhawa (2021): Christian’s directorial debut feature was a finalist at Cinemalaya, telling the moving story of a young boxer striving to overcome life’s challenges. The film received critical acclaim and secured nominations at esteemed festivals, including the ASEAN International Film Festival and the Asia-Pacific Film Festival, cementing Christian’s reputation as a master storyteller.

Journeyman (2025): Christian’s latest feature film, a CinePanalo finalist, explores themes of redemption and resilience in the professional boxing world. The film highlights Christian’s ability to craft deeply resonant narratives that captivate global audiences.

OUR TEAM

Hannah May Ybalez

Hannah May Ybalez is a freelance Filipino Filmmaker and an award-winning Producer. She graduated at Cebu Christian Institute International in 2012-2013. She graduated from the International Academy of Film and Television in the Philippines in 2014 and, directed and produced her thesis film titled “Sed De Libertad”, winning Best Thesis. She has produced a number of award-winning films. And in 2019, she directed a short film entitled “Tinagsip” (Fragments) which and it won Best Child Actor and was got nominated foras Best Actress

Best, Best Supporting Actress Best, Cinematography, Best Editing, Best Sound Engineering & Musical Scoring and Best Short Film in Sinulog Film Festival 2019. Tinagsip got officially selected to screen in Seattle Center Armory, Washington, USA at the Summer for the Diwa Filipino Film Showcase 2019, and was one of the CCP finalists for the 31st Gawad Alternatibo 2019 and BAMASA Film Festival 2020.

SERVICES

You name it, we can do it!

Vision Building - Storyboarding - Scriptwriting - Casting

Location Scouting - Props & Wardrobe - Insurance & Permits

Editing - Filming - Visual Effects - Sound Design - Color Grading

CREATIVE DEVELOPMENT

As one of the most challenging stages in any project, we specialize in providing Creative Development to our clients. With our team of experts, rest assured that your visual content will be nothing short of exceptional.

PRODUCTION

When it comes to Production, you can count on us to continue working until it’s exactly what you’re looking for while still staying within your timeline and budget. If you have questions, contact us today.

POST PRODUCTION

With a team dedicated to Post-Production, we guarantee to provide the highest quality result for all of our clients. No matter what type of project you’re looking to create, we’re here to make it reality.