Why Indie Short Film ‘Peksman’ is the Next Big Thing to Watch

What About Productions, a start-up production company composed of local filmmakers produced “Peksman” an indie short film that has officially been selected to be part of First-time Filmmaker Sessions 2020, an online festival hosted by the Lift-Off Global Network aiming to bring indie short films and features from around the globe. Held at the world-famous …

A Celebration of Filipino Stories: Daang Dokyu premieres Philippine Documentary Festival

A hundred years since Filipinos started capturing in film the story of their islands and their people, recorded facts, narratives, and perspectives have been shaped and developed. This year marks a special occasion for this collection of Filipino stories as they are set to be celebrated in Daang Dokyu, the first Philippine documentary festival. Daang …

Daang Dokyu: A Festival of Philippine Documentaries Launched

With 100 years on its back, Philippine cinema celebrations have mainly focused on narrative films. A group of filmmakers now feel it is high time that films with real-world impact and purpose are celebrated. Documentary filmmakers Jewel Maranan, Baby Ruth Villarama, Kara Magsanoc-Alikpala and Monster Jimenez have decided to initiate a move towards this and …

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 …

Cinemalaya Announces Finalists for Short Film Category for 2019

THE CCP and Cinemalaya Foundation Inc. announces the finalists for the Short Film Category of the 2019 Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival. From 168 submitted entries, the selection committee, composed of Nick Deocampo, Teddy Co, Milo Sogueco, Alvin Yapan and Law Fajardo, narrowed down the list and confirmed the 10 finalists. View this post 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 …