Hanz Florentino is a director whose work spans narrative films, documentaries, advocacy, and brand storytelling.
Director of the critically acclaimed advocacy musical film -
A Thousand Forests (2024).
A Thousand Forests (2024).
His love for stories began with work in NGOs and advocacy communications, where he learned to take complex ideas and turn them into stories that feel human, clear, and relevant.
That approach continues to shape his work today—whether directing a feature film, documenting real communities, or helping a brand communicate with its audience.
Over the years, Hanz has directed projects for organizations and brands in the Philippines and abroad, including GDiaries, Invisalign APAC, FISH Visayas, Habitat for Humanity Philippines, DOST, Be Residences and Resorts, Hi-Top Merchandising Inc., and Family’s Choice Artisanal, among others.
His work has grown from individual films and campaigns into long-term creative partnerships, helping brands strengthen their voice and build a more meaningful presence over time.
In 2024, he directed the feature-length advocacy film A Thousand Forests, which received recognition from the Gawad Lasallianeta, Catholic Mass Media Awards, and Lasallian Scholarum Awards.
He is currently directing Unfiltered, a narrative feature centered on the unseen struggles of young people and the importance of connection. The film premieres October 2026.
He is currently directing Unfiltered, a narrative feature centered on the unseen struggles of young people and the importance of connection. The film premieres October 2026.
At the heart of his work is a simple belief: good stories make complicated things human—and give people a reason to care.