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Full Circle Lab Philippines is a capacity-building program aimed at supporting Filipino and Southeast Asian filmmakers. Through organizing the various labs ranging from the stages of pre-production to post-production, the program enhances selected projects and participants from around the globe, elevating their films and talents to their highest potential and allowing them to reach international standards.

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The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) and certified Meisner Technique teachers sign a Memorandum of Agreement to formalize the conduct of a free Meisner Crash Course for Filipino actors under the FDCP's Film School Program. Through the FDCP's partnership with Meisner Studio Manila and Sightlines Actors' Space, actors will learn the Meisner Acting Technique from experts Angeli Bayani, Alecx Lorica, and Norbs Portales, the only designated Filipino Meisner teachers in the country. With 48 scholars, the free workshop started on July 1 until July 15, with a recital slated on July 16 at Cinematheque Centre Manila. #FDCP #FilmSchool

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The Groundbreaking Ceremony of the Philippine Film Heritage Building held last October 26 in Intramuros, Manila. The construction of the soon-to-rise building is made possible through the tripartite agreement between the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), the Department of Tourism - Philippines (DOT), and the TIEZA - Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority. Envisioned as a state-of-the-art facility, the building will be a melting pot of cinematic gems, including a collection of Filipino films, memorabilia, and audiovisual preservation and restoration facilities. In addition, the building will house the Cinematheque Centre Manila and the Philippine Film Archive and it will also be the new headquarters of the FDCP.

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After over a week of mounting various activities to foster collaborations, as well as promoting film locations and incentives, The Film Development Council of the Philippines concludes its participation at the Festival de Cannes and Marché du Film. #FDCP #MovieOn #PH2024Cannes

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In celebration of the second Philippine Film Industry Month (PFIM), the annual month-long fete honoring the heritage and legacy of Philippine Cinema, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) will be holding a wide array of local and international events for the whole month of September including free film screenings, networking events, book launch, workshops, and many more.

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In celebration of this year’s Pride Month, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) presents PELIKULAYA: MGA KUWENTONG MAPAGPALAYA 🌈 PeliKULAYa offers carefully curated films and forums that champion equality for all members of the LGBTQIA+ community. It will put a spotlight on underrepresented members of the community by promoting inclusivity, diversity, and safe spaces for everyone to express themselves freely.

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Take a look back at the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) in 2023! Led by FDCP Chairman and CEO Tirso Cruz III, the national film council has supported the industry through training programs and workshops, production support and film incentives, and partnerships with local and international film festivals. The FDCP also celebrated the milestones of Filipino filmmakers and industry stalwarts who made significant contributions to Philippine cinema this year. This 2024, the FDCP will continue to champion the Philippine film industry here and across the globe. Mabuhay ang Pelikulang Pilipino!

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SELEBRASYON NG PAG-IBIG AT PELIKULA SA SINE SINTA! The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) would like to thank everyone who attended the screenings of classic and contemporary romantic Filipino films of “Sine Sinta: Pag-ibig at Pelikula.” The love for Filipino cinema and the communal experience of watching a film on the big screen remain true as we celebrate this year’s Sine Sinta! The FDCP would also like to thank our partners, National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), The Metropolitan Theater (MET), Ayala Malls Cinemas and TriNoma, and supported by ABS-CBN, ABS-CBN Film Restoration (Sagip Pelikula), ABS-CBN Film Productions Inc. (Star Cinema), Cinema One, LVN Pictures Inc., TBA Studios, VIVA Films, JuanFlix: The FDCP Channel, and FDCP Cinematheque Centres. Mabuhay ang Pelikulang Pilipino!

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WATCH: Highlights of the Film Development Council of the Philippines’ (FDCP) 2nd annual Parangal ng Sining held on April 19 at Seda Vertis North. The FDCP honored legendary Filipino artists, film scholars, and staunch advocates of film archiving and restoration who dedicated their lives to the development and preservation of Philippine cinema, making it possible for Filipinos to appreciate our cultural heritage. The awarding ceremony was made more special by the participation of host and actor Alden Richards and performers Aicelle Santos-Zambrano, Bituin Escalante, Gian Magdangal, Lara Maigue, and 92AD.

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MGA KUWENTONG MAPAGPALAYA MULA NOON HANGGANG NGAYON NG PELIKULAYA. The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) celebrated Pride Month in bright colors through PeliKULAYa's curated selection of Filipino classics and award-winning films that were screened from June 19 to 30, 2024. Through storytelling that amplifies the diverse experiences and identities within the LGBTQIA+ community, Pelikulaya's lineup acknowledges the struggles of the past but also celebrates the resilience and vibrancy of queer lives today.

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