BIO

Paulo Almaden is a Filipino film composer, sound designer, and audio post-production specialist. Over the past two decades, he has created music and sound for films, theater, and advertising, working across independent and commercial projects. His credits include Tumandok, which earned him multiple awards for Best Musical Score, along with a wide range of collaborations with emerging and established filmmakers.

In 2023, he founded Stage Post Audio & Music Productions Inc., a Dolby-compliant studio in Quezon City dedicated to delivering world-class sound and music production. Paulo brings together technical precision and cultural grounding, with a focus on telling stories that resonate deeply with audiences.

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Recent films include:

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"Warla" (Cinamalaya XXI)

"Tumandok" (Cinemalaya XX, best film)

"Under A Piaya Moon" (Cinepanalo, best film)

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