by Bon Labora De Leon was celebrated for his impactful contributions to Philippine cinema, directing critically acclaimed films such as Kisapmata (1981), Sister Stella L. (1982), and Batch ‘81 (1984). His directorial journey began with Itim in 1976,
August 29 – September 15, 2025Manila I Bacolod I Quezon I Alaminos Full schedule at bakunawafest.com BAKUNAWA FEST : UNLEASHING CREATIVE DRAGONS, BENDING GENRES, KEEPING THE INDEPENDENT SPIRIT
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – This September, the spotlight shines on the women who shaped, led and transformed our cinema as the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) celebrates
MCM Group Set 7 opens this weekend, July 26! This Group Set will house an Art Exhibition by a diverse collective of artist-creatives from multiple disciplines and backgrounds,
A Youth and Educators Forum Nationwide DAKILA, through its learning institution Active Vista, proudly announces the return of Bayani Ba’To?, a youth and educators forum designed to challenge
Direk Jose Javier Reyes Reappointed as Chairman and CEO of FDCP MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Acclaimed filmmaker and educator Direk Jose Javier Reyes has been reappointed as Chairman and
The International Silent Film Festival Manila (ISFFM) is set to light up Shangri-La Plaza’s Red Carpet Cinemas on July 11-13, 2025, with a dynamic showcase that brings together
Screening + Talkback 🎬 Celebrate Independence Day with a special screening of VIRGIN FOREST (1985), Peque Gallaga’s second period film after ORO PLATA MATA. Set during the Spanish-American
What makes a father? Is it blood, presence, choice—or circumstance? This June, Fathers of Circumstances brings together five deeply moving films from Japan and the Philippines that challenge
