First Light

First Light is a drama centered on an older nun who sees a young construction worker die in an accident. This traumatic event leads her to challenge the ethical foundations of the religious organization she has served for most of her life.

The film was written and directed by James J. Robinson and is a joint production between Australia and the Philippines. The cast is led by Ruby Ruiz, who plays Sister Yolanda, alongside Maricel Soriano as Linda Dela Cruz. Other appearing actors include Kare Adea, Emmanuel Santos, Soliman Cruz, and Lui Manansala, with a total of 22 credited cast members. Produced by Screen Australia, VicScreen, Good Thing Productions, and the MIFF Premiere Fund, the movie had a budget of 1 million USD. It was released on June 24, 2026, with a runtime of 118 minutes.