Manila’s Finest: A Timeless Tale of Integrity for Brotherhood and Every Filipino Family

In Manila’s Finest, director Raymond Red—a Cannes Palme d’Or winner—uses the gritty, neon-soaked backdrop of 1969 Manila to do more than showcase a vintage aesthetic. While the period-accurate cruisers and sharp uniforms offer a visual masterclass, this Metro Manila Film Festival entry carries a weight that transcends its retro setting. At its core, the film is a multi-generational saga that mirrors modern-day urgency, reminding us that the fight for integrity and the bonds of family are as relevant now as they were decades ago.

Watch ‘MANILA’S FINEST’ in cinemas this Christmas, December 25, 2025.

Kape’t Pelikula Spotlights ‘Breakthrough in Philippine Cinema’ on Its Third Year

Now on its third year, together with the UP Cinema Arts Society (UP CAST) as their media partner, we present Kape’t Pelikula. An initiative of the UP Cinema Arts Society to give back to people sharing a common enthusiasm for film and the growing consciousness of a true Philippine Cinema. It is a seminar that will gather the …