The science fiction adventure Heavens: The Boy and His Robot will have its World Premiere on March 14, 2026, at the Cinequest Film Festival. Written, directed, and produced by Rich Ho, the film marks the filmmaker’s feature-length directorial debut.
Set during a period of galactic conflict, the story follows a young pilot named Kai and his fighter robot companion, Little Dragon. As Kai pursues his dream of joining the military’s elite Mecha Corps, he must learn to work alongside his mechanical partner while confronting the personal loss that shaped his journey.
The film focuses on the evolving partnership between Kai and Little Dragon as they face the demands of training and the realities of war. Their relationship becomes central to the story as trust and resilience emerge through a series of challenges.
The production was developed over a 13-year period by an international team of artists and collaborators. Shot on location in New Zealand, Singapore, and other real-world environments, the filmmakers emphasized practical production methods with minimal reliance on green screen technology.
Heavens: The Boy and His Robot will screen at Cinequest at the following times:
March 14 @ 12:00 PM — Hammer Theatre Center, San Jose
March 18 @ 7:05PM — Alamo Drafthouse Cinema (Screen 2), Mtn View
March 22 @ 2:15 PM — Alamo Drafthouse Cinema (Screen 2), Mtn View
