The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia Launches “Mickey Go Local” Animated Shorts

The first animation series produced in the region depicting Mickey Mouse & Friends in uniquely Singaporean and Malaysian settings  Fans in Southeast Asia can now be entertained by Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy and Goofy in the “Mickey Go Local” animated shorts, which see the beloved characters exploring Singapore and Malaysia’s food, traditional wear and iconic architecture. …

6 Short Films to be Excited About at the QCinema Film Festival 2019

The QCinema Film Festival (QCinema) prepares for another year of showcasing Filipino talent, announcing its new set of grantees. Running from October 13-22, 2019, QCinema has chosen six short films from emerging local filmmakers for its QCShorts Competition. QCinema has grown to become one of the most anticipated film festivals in the country. Now on …

VP Leni Grateful for Support for Istorya ng Pag-asa Film Fest, More Pinoy Filmmakers Join 2019 Run

Vice President Leni Robredo is elated over the growing support for her office’s Istorya ng Pag-asa Film Festival (INPFF), as it has received more entries from Filipino filmmakers for its second run this year. As it closed its call for entries this week, the 2019 INPFF received 98 entries from Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao, and even …

Dramatic Short Films Claim Top Prizes At 2nd Viddsee Juree Awards Philippines

‘Divine XY’ and ‘The Lessons Of The Night’ named Gold and Silver winners in ceremony at Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) Cinematheque. Directed by Ruelo Zendo and starring Divine Aucina, ‘Divine XY’ is a drama about how a mistaken gender identity can affect public perception. Christian Villanueva takes Silver for ‘The Lessons Of …

Change Short Film Festival Focuses on Filipino Values

The 2nd CHANGE Short Film Festival organized by the non-profit CHANGE Foundation Inc. continues to champion good Filipino values with this year’s theme “Heroes for Change: Ordinary People with Extraordinary Hearts.” The competition encourages young aspiring filmmakers, whether they are students, amateurs or professionals, to “inspire Filipinos through stories that show the many endeavors where …

TBA Studios Releases “Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral” Prequel Short Film “Angelito” Online

From the makers of Heneral Luna and the most anticipated film of 2018 ‘Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral,’ the short film that connects the two epic movies was just released online by TBA Studios. Watch Angelito below: The short film was posted on August 15 at the official Facebook page of Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral. Angelito begins on the morning of Gen. …

Get Your Short Film be Screened Internationally, Join the Short + Sweet Film Festival Manila

Have a short film that deserves the spotlight not just in the Philippines but in Hollywood? Now is your chance to give that well-deserved spotlight for your story and be recognized internationally! Join the Short + Sweet Film Festival Manila and get your short film the chance to be screened not just locally but internationally. Check …

FDCP AND NHCP Announce Sinesaysay Docu Finalists

Placing importance on Filipino documentary films and its impact on not just Philippine cinema but in society, theFilm Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), through the SineSaysay Documentary Film Lab and Showcase announced its documentary film finalists during a Press Conference last May 7, 2018 in Quezon City. SineSaysay has two categories: 1.Bagong Sibol Documentary …

Viddsee Juree Awards Top Ten Finalists Announced; Young Filmmakers to Win Blackmagic Camera & Film course in L.A.

Manila, 30 Oct 2017 — Fresh, innovative and inspiring stories have been chosen to vie for top honors at the Viddsee Juree Philippines, a festival of short films that aim to celebrate and support filmmaker communities in Asia. The nominated films are by upcoming talents from different schools such as the University of the Philippines, …