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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 …

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Strong Philippine Cinema Delegation Present at 68th Berlinale

Supported by the Film Development Council of the Philippines, Filipino filmmakers and films are well-represented this year at the Berlin International Film Festival with films in competition and filmmakers participating in the Berlinale Talents and Co-Production Market. Lav Diaz’s “Ang Panahon ng Halimaw” (Season of the Devil) is an official entry to the Main Competition …

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FDCP to Hold Annual Film Ambassadors’ Night on February 9

In honor and recognition of Filipino films and filmmakers who made waves internationally, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) is hosting this year’s FDCP Film Ambassadors’ Night on February 9, 2018 at Sampaguita Gardens, New Manila, Quezon City. “Our Film Ambassadors’ Night is the best way to start the year. It’s a special night which …

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Cinemalaya 2016’s Best Picture “Pamilya Ordinaryo” to be Screened at Cine Lokal This July

The most-awarded film of 2016 is going to have another run at eight (8) SM Cinemas this JULY 7-13 via CINE LOKAL. Eduardo Roy Jr.’s third film stars Hasmine Killip (as Jane) and Ronwaldo Martin (as Aries), who play a couple of street-dwelling petty thieves. These two teenagers are parents to Baby Arjan, who is kidnapped by …

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FDCP Pays Tribute to Mother Lily Monteverde

Last Friday, May 12, 2017, the Film Development Council of the Philippines gave a special recognition to Mother Lily Monteverde for her invaluable contribution to the Philippine Film Industry. The special celebration was attended by veteran directors Joel Lamangan and Maryo J. delos Reyes, the partners behind Idea First – Directors Jun Lana and Perci …

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FAQs: Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2017

THE EVENT Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino is a week-long celebration where theaters nationwide will exclusively screen Filipino films un kine with the Buwan ng Wika. This feetive event is organized by the Film Development Council of the Philippines in partnership with the following theaters nationwide: Araneta Center Ayala Malls Cinemas Cash & Carry Cinemas Century …

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FDCP & SM Cinema Champion Independent Movies Through Cine Lokal

Strengthening its commitment to support Philippine cinema, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) and SM Cinema launch Cine Lokal—a new cinema line that will house independent, award-winning films and FDCP programs in select SM Cinema branches across the country starting April 2017. FDCP Chairperson and CEO Liza Diño and SM Lifestyle Entertainment, Inc. …

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FDCP heads Philippine Delegation to Hong Kong Filmart

In fulfillment of its mandate to undertake activities that will promote the Filipino local film industry in foreign markets, the Film Development Council of the Philippines is heading the country’s delegation to the 2017 Hong Kong Filmart on March 13-17 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibit Centre. As one of Asia’s largest entertainment market, the HK …

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FDCP Partners with Instituto Cervantes for Espacio Femenino Film Series

In celebration of the International Women’s Month, the Film Development Council of the Philippines is partnering with Instituto Cervantes for the screening of women-themed Spanish films from March 4-25, 2017 at the FDCP Cinematheque Manila, Ermita, Manila. Dubbed as Espacio Femenino (Women Space), the film series will feature four (4) documentaries directed by female Spanish directors which highlights …

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Nine Filipino Films Make it to Osaka Film Fest

An impressive nine (9) Filipino films will be participating in the Osaka Asian Film Festival 2017, three (3) of which are part of the main competition section. Jerrold Tarog’sBliss, Sigrid Andrea Bernardo’s Kita Kita, and Borgy Torre’s Tisayare part of the competition section and will compete with thirteen (13) other Asian films for the Grand …

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