Noel I. Aparilla, better known by his screen name Leon Miguel, is a multi-talented Filipino individual who has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry. Born on December 17, 1968, he has worn many hats, including that of an actor, model, and engineer.
Miguel's most notable role to date is that of the leading villain, "Visel", in the 2012 crime-thriller film "Graceland: A Life for Every Lie" directed by Ron Morales. The film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2012, where it garnered widespread attention and acclaim, ultimately taking home the Second Place award in the Audience Choice category.
The film's success didn't stop there, as it also made its Canadian debut at the Fantasia International Film Festival in Montreal, Canada, and went on to win the Audience Award at the Gasparilla Film Festival in Tampa, Florida.
With his impressive track record in international film festivals, Leon Miguel is now in high demand, with numerous invitations from various organizations to showcase his latest work, "Mang Abe's Ube". Directed by Paolo Bitanga, this modern-day folktale tells the story of a Filipino ube farmer who must protect his magical source of success from corporate crooks.
