The Master Chief: Part One

The Master Chief: Part One
Official poster
Directed byChris Soriano
Written byChris Soriano
Produced by
  • Bryan W. Anderson
  • Mark De Leon
  • Ken Gora
  • Olivia Lyle
  • Vincent Manalac
  • Kevin Morris
  • Evan Nejad
  • Jamuelle Zumel
Starring
  • Chris Soriano
  • Jonel Awit
  • Ryan Barrier
  • Dan Hwang
  • Dillon Kivo
  • Peter Laboy
  • Christina Ledo
  • Mikaylee Mina
CinematographyGarrett Gaston
Edited byMark De Leon
Production
company
Albea Embestro Soriano
Release dates
  • November 10, 2023 (2023-11-10) (Theatrical)
  • February 23, 2024 (2024-02-23) (VOD)
CountryUnited States

The Master Chief: Part One is a 2023 American drama film written and directed by Chris Soriano. The film stars Soriano, Haley Weber and Ryan Barrier.

Plot

Racial tension aboard a ship becomes a reality for a Filipino sailor.

Cast

Production

The film was shot aboard Naval ships in San Diego, California with a local cast and crew. The story is based on the experiences and hardships Soriano's father faced during his time in the United States Navy.

Release

The film was released in theaters on November 10, 2023 and video on demand in February 2024.

Sequel

In August 2024, a sequel titled The Master Chief: Subic Bay was scheduled to begin production with actress Heart Evangelista.

References

  1. 1 2 "Action Drama Film 'The Master Chief' That Highlights Filipino Mafia to Premiere This November - When In Manila". When In Manila. 2023-10-20. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
  2. ↑ Small, Moses (2023-11-17). "'The Master Chief': Local movie highlights Filipino U.S. Navy sailors". KGTV. Retrieved 2024-01-02.
  3. ↑ Sambile, Kristel (2023-11-11). "'The Master Chief' honors Filipino Americans' US Navy legacy on the big screen". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 2024-01-02.
  4. ↑ De Pacina, Michelle (2023-11-03). "Chris Soriano film 'The Master Chief' pays tribute to Filipino sailors in US Navy". Next Shark. Archived from the original on 2023-11-03. Retrieved 2024-01-02.
  5. ↑ Danoff, Owen (2023-10-17). "The Master Chief Trailer Sees Tensions Rise In The US Navy [EXCLUSIVE]". Screen Rant. Retrieved 2024-01-02.
  6. ↑ "The Master Chief: Part One | Where to Stream and Watch | Decider". Decider. 2024-02-23. Retrieved 2025-01-31.
  7. ↑ Merican, Sara (2024-05-10). "Actor-Director Chris Soriano's 'The Master Chief: Subic Bay' Confirms August Shoot, Actress Heart Evangelista Set To Appear". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 2024-06-08.