Jack Logan (filmmaker)
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Jack Logan in 2024 | |
| Born | Cris Jason Santos March 30, 1983 |
| Other names | CJ Santos |
| Education | Lyceum of the Philippines (Communication Arts) |
| Alma mater | Lyceum of the Philippines University |
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| Years active | 2013–present |
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| Subscribers | 164,000 |
| Views | 22,000,000 |
| Last updated: August 2025 | |
Cris Jason "Jack Logan" Santos (born March 30, 1983) is a Filipino filmmaker, writer, Vlogger and YouTuber. He is known for the social-media program Jack Logan Realtalks and the short documentary Makabagong San Juan, which earned a nomination at the 28th Asian Television Awards for Best Single Digital Programme/Short Film.[3][4][5]
He has also been recognized in his home province of San Antonio, Zambales for contributions to film and digital media.[6]
Early life and education
Santos was born in Marikina, Philippines, and raised in San Antonio, Zambales.[7] He studied Communication Arts at Lyceum of the Philippines (listed via his industry profile).[8]
Career
Social media
In late 2023, his program #JackLoganRealTalks began airing on Teletabloid/Abante platforms.[9]
In August 2025, Logan criticized alleged corruption in government flood control projects, using his social media platforms to call for accountability and reforms.[10]
Film
Logan directed the viral trilogy collectively known as The 12 Days Saga (credited as CJ Santos), and has been cited in the Philippine press for its large online viewership.[11][12]
In 2023, Logan’s short documentary Makabagong San Juan was nominated for Best Single Digital Programme/Short Film at the 28th Asian Television Awards.[13]
Known for his satirical takes on social issues, Logan shifted toward more hard-hitting content.[14] In April 2025, Logan announced his documentary, "Sa Gitna ng Dalawang Tubig," which explores the lives of Filipino fishermen caught between territorial conflict and survival in the West Philippine Sea.[15]
Filmography
According to press profiles, Jack Logan (credited variously as CJ Santos and Jack Logan) has contributed to a diverse range of film and documentary projects—from short-form films to full-length documentaries—marking his evolution from radio content to cinematic storytelling.[16][17]
As director and writer
| Year | Title | Type | Role(s) | Credit | Awards / Notes |
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| 2018 | Ang Luha at Lualhati ni Jeronima | Short film | Director, Writer (story), editor, producer | CJ Santos | |
| 2019 | 12 Days to Destiny | Feature film | Director, writer, editor | CJ Santos | Covered in Liwayway and Bisaya magazines, noting CJ Santos as director[18][19] |
| 2021 | The Next 12 Days | Feature film | Director, writer, editor | CJ Santos | Mentioned in ABS-CBN Entertainment review and Manila Standard feature[20][21] |
| 2023 | Makabagong San Juan | Short documentary | Director, writer, Host | Jack Logan | Nominated – Best Single Digital Programme/Short Film, 28th Asian Television Awards (2023)[22] |
| 2023 | Damong Ligal | Documentary | Director, writer, producer, Host | Jack Logan | |
| 2024 | The Last 12 Days | Feature film | Director, writer, editor | CJ Santos | Reported in Hataw! and People's Balita as directed by CJ Santos (Jack Logan)[23][24] |
| 2025 | Sa Gitna ng Dalawang Tubig (In Between Waters) | Documentary (In production) | Director, writer, narrator | Jack Logan |
As actor and host
| Year | Title | Type | Role | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Ang Luha at Lualhati ni Jeronima | Short film | Pepe | CJ Santos |
| 2023 | Damong Ligal | Documentary | Himself (host/interviewer) | Jack Logan |
| 2023 | Makabagong San Juan | Short documentary | Himself (host/presenter) | Jack Logan |
| 2024 | Boy Kaldag | Feature film | Actor (supporting role) | Jack Logan |
| 2025 | Sa Gitna ng Dalawang Tubig (In Between Waters) | Documentary (In production) | Himself (narrator/on-screen) | Jack Logan |
References
- ^ "Vlogger competes at 28th Asian Television Awards". Manila Standard. 2023.
- ^ "'Hari ng Real Talks' si Jack Logan, kinilala bilang 'Breakthrough Vlogger of the Year'". TNT Abante. 3 November 2023.
- ^ "Vlogger Jack Logan reveals Asian Television Awards nomination". Manila Bulletin. 15 November 2023.
- ^ "Vlogger competes at 28th Asian Television Awards". Manila Standard. 15 November 2023.
- ^ "Meet the Asian Television Awards nominees from the PH – adobo Magazine". 13 November 2023.
- ^ https://mb.com.ph/2025/08/28/filmmaker-jack-logan-honored-in-zambales
- ^ "'MARAMING MAGNANAKAW!' Jack Logan slams flood control corruption". Daily Tribune.
- ^ "CJ Santos".
- ^ "'Real Talks' ni Jack Logan, Mapapanood na sa Teletabloid!". 3 November 2023.
- ^ "Maraming magnanakaw: Jack Logan slams flood control corruption". Daily Tribune. August 26, 2025.
- ^ https://mb.com.ph/2025/08/28/filmmaker-jack-logan-honored-in-zambales
- ^ "'MARAMING MAGNANAKAW!' Jack Logan slams flood control corruption". Daily Tribune.
- ^ "Vlogger competes at 28th Asian Television Awards". Manila Standard. 2023.
- ^ "Jack Logan warns: Don't be fooled by ayuda vote-buying". Daily Tribune. 9 May 2025.
- ^ https://www.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/2025/5/27/content-creator-jack-logan-produces-docu-about-west-philippine-sea-1300
- ^ "Content creator Jack Logan produces docu about West Philippine Sea". ABS-CBN Lifestyle. May 27, 2025.
- ^ Mayo, Stephanie (April 26, 2025). "Jack Logan: From radio waves to documentary waves". The Daily Tribune.
- ^ "Liwayway coverage of "12 Days to Destiny"". Liwayway. November 16, 2019.
- ^ "Bisaya feature on "12 Days to Destiny"". Bisaya. December 1, 2019.
- ^ "YouTube review: "The Next 12 Days" is the sequel you didn't know you needed". ABS-CBN Entertainment. May 23, 2020.
- ^ "Film feature on "The Next 12 Days"". Manila Standard. 2021.
- ^ "Vlogger competes at 28th Asian Television Awards". Manila Standard. 2023.
- ^ "Mary Joy nanggulat sa "The Last 12 Days"". Hataw! D’yaryo ng Bayan. December 17, 2024.
- ^ "Viva One releases "The Last 12 Days" in 80 countries". People's Balita. 2024.
External links
- Jack Logan at IMDb