MANILA -- The Filipino-produced "Combo on the Run," the documentary about iconic OPM band Eraserheads, is set to make a history as the first music documentary to screen at the San Diego Comic-Con.
Aside from being screened, the documentary will also be featured in a panel discussion that will take place in Exhibit Hall 6BCF. This will be led by its director and producer Diane Ventura and joined by frontman Ely Buendia, a central figure in the documentary.
“I’m incredibly grateful to have this opportunity to represent our people and country on a more global platform,” Ventura said in a press release.
“It’s long been my dream to spotlight the ingenuity of Filipino art, talent, and creativity and to be part of a movement that reframes the Filipino narrative. This is also my way of putting out a more nuanced and extensive depiction of our people while bringing to light the richness, humor, and depth of our stories,” she added.
Last March, the Dvent Pictures-produced "Eraserheads: Combo On The Run" had its theatrical release in Philippine cinemas under Warner Bros. and received widespread acclaim from film critics and audiences alike.
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Eheads limited-edition one-shot comic book
In celebration of its Comic-Con debut, Kid Heroes Publications has also announced a special collaboration with the Eraserheads and DVent Pictures through a limited-edition one-shot comic book inspired by the film.
Inspired by the band’s documentary of the same name, the comic book reimagines the band’s semi-fictional journey through four unique stories told in an anthology format.
Illustrated by award-winning artists Raymund Lee, Felix Morales, and Ardie Aquino, and written by Patricio Ginelsa and Justin Quizon, "Combo On The Run" integrates music and mythology into an adventurous tale of musicians turned superheroes, making the world a better place one step at a time — thanks to their record-breaking hits, heroic deeds, and zombie-fighting missions.
The comic book features two exclusive cover designs by prominent Filipino American artists. Known for his influential work on Marvel titles such as The Punisher, X-Factor, Uncanny X-Men, and Iron Man, Whilce Portacio illustrated the Combo On The Run comic book cover, created exclusively for the 2025 San Diego Comic-Con edition. Meanwhile, Stephen Segovia, who made his mark on the international stage through his collaborations with DC Comics, lent his artistry to the SuperManila Exclusive edition.
Fans can pre-order the comic book now via the official Kid Heroes website.
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