About
Mike Maliwanag (pronounced MAH-lee-WAH-nahg) is a Filipino American cinematographer based in Los Angeles. His work has premiered at Sundance, SXSW, Tribeca, Outfest, and other festivals across the world. Mike’s purpose is to continue to shoot films for underrepresented communities. When not shooting he likes to travel and eat food from different parts of the world. He is currently obsessed with okonomiyaki from Hiroshima, Japan.
Press & Accolades
Film Independent Project Involve Cinematography Fellow 2021
In The Land of Lost Angeles Winner Best Cinematography Queens World Film Festival 2020
“The black and white cinematography is gorgeous…” - Film Threat Review
ASC Vision Program 2019 - Mentored under Mark Doering-Powell, ASC
Contact: mike.maliwanag@gmail.com