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FDCP’s curation of World Cinema titles “Aftersun,” “Close,” “Corsage,” and “Return to Seoul” from .
The FDCP’s Audience Development Program and Ayala Cinemas’ The A-List Series aim to bring acclaimed films more accessible to movie lovers. Through Ayala Cinemas’ quality amenities, viewers will be treated to a memorable viewing experience.
With this partnership, the FDCP and Ayala Cinemas will bring World Cinema to the Filipino audience with its initial offering of titles that have won multiple recognitions in reputable film festivals and award-giving bodies.
Charlotte Wells’ “Aftersun” tells the story of Sophie as she reflects on the joy and melancholy of a holiday she took with her father 20 years earlier. The film took home the French Touch Prize of the Critics’ Week Jury at the 75th Cannes International Film Festival.
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Following the lives of 13-year-olds Leo and Remi, “Close” tells their story of drifting apart after their relationship is questioned by their schoolmates. Lukas Dhont’s film got the nod of the Academy Awards when it was nominated for the Best International Feature category in 2023.
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Marie Kreutzer’s “Corsage” depicts the life of Empress Elizabeth of Austria, told on a fictional account. The film won the Cannes Un Certain Regard Section’s Best Performance Award for Vicky Krieps’ portrayal of Empress Elizabeth. It also had its PH premiere during the 10th QCinema International Film Festival.
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Davy Chou’s “Return to Seoul” follows the life of a 25-year-old French woman as she returns to her birthplace, South Korea, after being adopted to a French family. She then decides to track down her biological parents but her journey takes a surprising turn.
Chou’s film won international acclaim in various film festivals like Asia Pacific Screen Awards, Athens International Film Festival, and Belfast Film Festival among others. Likewise, it also had its PH Premiere during the 10th QCinema International Film Festival and bagged the Jury Prize award.
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