‘Apol of My Ai’ brings kundiman to the hearts of a new generation
At the heart of “Apol of My Ai,” one of seven full-length films competing in the 2026 Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival, is a story about first love, family and growing up.
#CinePanalo2026 ‘Patay Gutom’ Review: Introverted (Animated) Love
Patay Gutom (Dead Hungry) brings a gentle touch to a story about life, death, and unexpected love. Through rotoscope animation and steady pacing, it turns a simple ghost story into a grounded look at grief and human connection.
Juan Karlos Labajo’s Journey in Puregold CinePanalo’s “Mono No Aware”
Juan Karlos’ latest foray propels him to star status in Puregold CinePanalo feature film “Mono No Aware,” with a role that allows him to anchor one of the most thoughtful and emotional films in this year’s festival.
Philippine cinema’s brightest unveil latest works at Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival 2026 media conference
The Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival 2026 recently presented the 26 participating original films and their extraordinarily talented makers at a lively media conference held at Quantum Skyview in Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City.
Puregold CinePanalo selects 10 films for first-ever Panorama Shorts Section
Ten original short films were selected for the inaugural Panorama Shorts Section at the 2026 Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival. Premiering independently produced works from Philippine filmmakers, the films screen from Sept 23–Oct 4 at Gateway Cineplex 18.
A Father’s Price, A Family’s Worth: The Story Behind Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival 2026 Entry ‘Wantawsan’
WANTAWSAN, an entry in the 2026 Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival directed by Joseph Abello, stars Joross Gamboa as a dad facing hard choices. The film shows how poor families navigate politics, money troubles, and the true cost of a father’s love.
#Cinemalaya2026 Review: ‘2 Valid IDs’
2 VALID IDS (Cinemalaya 2026) ReviewDirected by Ma-an L. Asuncion-Dagñalan and Abet Pagdagdagan Raz 2 Valid IDs is a film that demands urgent attention, striking a deeply relatable chord with anyone who has ever been trapped in bureaucratic red tape. The universal experience of navigating inefficient, endless government processes, which bleed citizens of both time …
#Cinemalaya2026 Review: ‘Ganggang’
GANGGANG (Cinemalaya 2026) ReviewDirected by JL Burgos In Ganggang, JL Burgos’ first full-length narrative film, the main message is clear and constant from the opening scene to the end credits. Burgos spends the entire movie carefully setting up the story, building tension step by step so you know something heavy is about to happen. He …
#Cinemalaya2026 Review: ‘Status: Rejected’
Status: Rejected is a deeply moving Cinemalaya family drama driven by a brilliant performance from Ruby Ruiz and evocative production design by Marielle Hizon. Rich in authentic family dynamics and heartwarming sequences, it stands out as a truly resonant watch.
QCinema International Film Festival Announces QCinema Industry 2026
QCinema International Film Festival announces QCinema Industry 2026, the latest edition of the festival’s official industry platform, taking place from November 18 to 20 as part of the 2026 festival, which runs from November 14 to 23.