ELL 2-4 Presents: “TAGA-VALENZUELA… CONYO? Unmasking the Language Stereotype” - Language & Humans

“TAGA-VALENZUELA, PERO CONYO? Unmasking the Language Stereotype”

In Valenzuela City, many people think that speaking English — or sounding conyo — means someone is rich, sosyal, or trying too hard.

But after hearing real stories and real voices, we learned one thing:
Language does not define your worth.
Accent does not measure your life.
And the way you speak never decides who you are.

This documentary shows the truth behind a stereotype many of us grew up believing. It is about identity, respect, and understanding the different voices of Valenzuela.

🎥 Watch the full documentary and discover what “conyo” really means. You might be surprised by what you learn.

🎬 PRODUCTION CREDITS

Director & Scriptwriter
Jhomar Balagot

Editor-in-Chief
Jhomar Balagot

Videography Team
Lehmory Elaine Francisco
Jhomar Balagot
Andrea Londonio
Amanda Kate Moreno
Karyza Mae Lorzano

Interview Team
Pyonna Veniez Ricabo
Ashton Kenneth Edesan
Edmundo Cipida
Rechelle Mae Alingasa
Gielyn Bongabong

Equipment & Technical Support
Jhomar Balagot
Pyonna Veniez Ricabo
Andrea Londonio
Amanda Kate Moreno

🎶 MUSIC USED
(We do not own the music. All rights belong to the creators.)

• Background Music 1:
   • Inspirational and Uplifting Background Music  
‪@bdproductions‬

• Background Music 2:
   • Background music for storytelling / storyt...  
‪@AlecKoffMusic‬