By Skala Studios
Saludo Tatay is a heartfelt stop motion film inspired by the lived realities of Filipino single fathers, capturing their quiet struggles, sacrifices, and deep love for their children through visual storytelling.
Inspired by real experiences, the film follows the emotional journey of a Filipino single father as he navigates everyday responsibilities, challenges, and moments of love while raising his child. Through stop motion animation, the story brings these lived realities to life in a simple yet meaningful way.
Every frame of Saludo Tatay was carefully crafted through collaboration, patience, and creativity to tell a heartfelt and authentic story.
The stop-motion animation is brought to life through narration voiced by one of the single fathers we interviewed for our thesis, adding authenticity to the film. While the animation does not show the actual individuals we spoke with, their presence and stories remain at the heart of the project. The storyline weaves together real insights and experiences from several single fathers, brought together through two main characters.
The original soundtrack for Saludo Tatay was created as a collaboration between Multimedia Arts and Music production. Composed by Rj Gaviola.
Saludo Tatay is our tribute to Filipino single fathers whose love, strength, and sacrifices often go unnoticed. To every father who continues to stand strong for their children — Saludo Tatay.