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In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Villanes and the surname or paternal family name is Deramas.
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Wenn Deramas
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Born
Edwin Villanes Deramas

(1966-09-15)September 15, 1966
Manila, Philippines
Died February 29, 2016(2016-02-29) (aged 49)
Quezon City, Philippines
Resting place Himlayang Pilipino, Tandang Sora, Quezon City, Philippines
Other names Direk Wenn
Alma mater University of Santo Tomas (BS)
Occupation Director, screenwriter
Years active 1992–2016
Children 2

Edwin Villanes Deramas (born September 15, 1966 – died February 29, 2016) was a famous Filipino director and writer for movies and TV shows. Many people knew him as Direk Wenn or Wenn V. Deramas. He created many popular films and TV series that people loved to watch.

Direk Wenn's Early Life and Education

Wenn Deramas studied at the University of Santo Tomas. He earned a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management. While he was a student there, he loved acting. He was even a member of a theater group called Teatro Tomasino.

Direk Wenn's Amazing Career Journey

Before becoming a director, Wenn Deramas worked as a waiter. He worked at the Aristocrat Restaurant. After two years, he was promoted to a food and beverages coordinator.

In 1990, he started working in TV. He was a production assistant for a show called Tatak Pilipino. Later, he became a writer for Teysi ng Tahanan. He then became the executive producer for Calvento Files.

After that, Direk Wenn started directing many TV shows. He also directed many successful movies. These included the Ang Tanging Ina film series. He also directed several hit movies starring the comedian Vice Ganda.

Movies and TV Shows Directed by Direk Wenn

Direk Wenn directed many popular TV series and films. He was known for his unique style.

TV Series Directed by Direk Wenn

List of television series directed by Deramas
  • Mula sa Puso (1997–1999)
  • Saan Ka Man Naroroon (1999–2001)
  • Sa Dulo Ng Walang Hanggan (2001–2003)
  • Bituin (2002–2003)
  • Buttercup (2003–2004)
  • Ang Tanging Ina (2003–2005)
  • Marina (2004)
  • Kampanerang Kuba (2005)
  • Komiks (5 episodes, 2006)
    • Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko (2006)
    • Cleopakwak (2006)
    • Lightning Roda (2006)
    • Si Piolo at si Lorelei (2006)
    • Paa ni Isabella (2006)
  • Maalaala Mo Kaya (1 episode, 2006)
    • Old Maid (2006)
  • Walang Kapalit (2007)
  • Sineserye (1 episode, 2007)
    • Palimos ng Pag-ibig (2007)
  • Love Spell (1 episode, 2007)
    • Ellay Enchanted (2007)
  • Kokey (2007)
  • Volta (2008)
  • Dyosa (2008–2009)
  • Habang May Buhay (2010)
  • Kokey at Ako (2010)
  • Mula sa Puso (2011)
  • Wako Wako (2012)
  • Kahit Puso'y Masugatan (2012)
  • Galema: Anak ni Zuma (2013)
  • Flordeliza (2015)
  • Wansapanataym (1 episode, 2016)
    • Susi Ni Sisay (2016) - last project as director

Movies Directed by Direk Wenn

List of films directed by Deramas
  • Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita (1998)
  • Mula Sa Puso: The Movie (1999)
  • Kung Ikaw Ay Isang Panaginip (2002)
  • Ang Tanging Ina (2003)
  • Volta (2004)
  • D'Lucky Ones (2006)
  • Kapag Tumibok Ang Puso: Not Once, But Twice (2006)
  • Ang Cute ng Ina Mo! (2007)
  • Pasukob (2007)
  • Apat Dapat, Dapat Apat (2007)
  • Ikaw Pa Rin, Bongga Ka Boy! (2008)
  • Ang Tanging Ina Nyong Lahat (2008)
  • BFF: Best Friends Forever (2009)
  • Ang Tanging Pamilya: A Marry Go Round (2009)
  • Hating Kapatid (2010)
  • Petrang Kabayo (2010)
  • Ang Tanging Ina Mo (Last na 'To!) (2010)
  • Who's That Girl? (2011)
  • The Unkabogable Praybeyt Benjamin (2011)
  • Moron 5 and the Crying Lady (2012)
  • This Guy's In Love With U Mare! (2012)
  • Sisterakas (2012)
  • Bromance: My Brother's Romance (2013)
  • Momzillas (2013)
  • Bekikang: Ang Nanay Kong Beki (2013)
  • Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy (2013)
  • Maria Leonora Teresa (2014)
  • Moron 5.2: The Transformation (2014)
  • The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin (2014)
  • Wang Fam (2015)
  • Beauty and the Bestie (2015)
  • Everybody Loves Baby Wendy (2018) (Posthumous directing)

Movies and TV Shows Written by Direk Wenn

Direk Wenn also wrote the stories or screenplays for some of his projects.

  • Mula sa Puso (1997 TV series) (story and screenplay)
  • Mula sa Puso: The Movie (1999) (story and screenplay)
  • Ang Cute ng Ina Mo (2007) (screenplay)
  • The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin (2014) (screenplay)
  • Petrang Kabayo (2010) (screenplay)

Awards and Recognition

Direk Wenn won many awards for his directing and writing. He was recognized for creating some of the most popular films in the Philippines.

Year Award-Giving Body Category Work Result
2010 Metro Manila Film Festival Best Director Ang Tanging Ina Mo (Last na 'To!) Won
2011 GMMSF Box-Office
Entertainment Awards		 Most Popular Film Director Won
2012 The Unkabogable Praybeyt Benjamin Won
Most Popular Screenwriter
(with Keiko Aquino)		 Won
2013 Most Popular Film Director Sisterakas Won
2014 Most Popular Film Directors
(with Marlon Rivera)		 Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy Won
2016 Most Popular Film Directors
(with Cathy Garcia-Molina)		 Beauty and the Bestie Won
Most Popular Screenwriters
(with Carmi Raymundo and Vangie Valdez)		 Beauty and the Bestie Won

Direk Wenn's Passing

Direk Wenn passed away on February 29, 2016. He had experienced heart problems before. His funeral was held in Quezon City on March 6, 2016. Many people from the entertainment industry attended to pay their respects.

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