Jack Logan

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.

He has also been recognized in his home province of San Antonio, Zambales for contributions to film and digital media.

Early life and education

Santos was born in Marikina, Philippines, and raised in San Antonio, Zambales. He studied Communication Arts at Lyceum of the Philippines (listed via his industry profile).

Career

Social media In late 2023, his program #JackLoganRealTalks began airing on Teletabloid/Abante platforms.

In August 2025, Logan criticized alleged corruption in government flood control projects, using his social media platforms to call for accountability and reforms.

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.

In 2023, Logan’s short documentary Makabagong San Juan was nominated for Best Single Digital Programme/Short Film at the 28th Asian Television Awards.

Known for his satirical takes on social issues, Logan shifted toward more hard-hitting content. 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.

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.

As director and writer Year Title Type Role(s) Credit Awards / Notes 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 2021 The Next 12 Days Feature film Director, writer, editor CJ Santos Mentioned in ABS-CBN Entertainment review and Manila Standard feature 2023 Makabagong San Juan Short documentary Director, writer, Host Jack Logan Nominated – Best Single Digital Programme/Short Film, 28th Asian Television Awards (2023) 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) 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