Launched last October, the Film Philippines Incentive Scheme seeks to encourage international production companies to shoot in the Philippines by…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 — Following the Inter-Agency Task Force’s (IATF) COVID-19 Alert Levels System, Metro Manila is currently…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 — As tribute to his 50-year legacy in the filmmaking industry, the Film Development Council of the…

Since the onset of Covid-19, the Philippine film industry has faced incredible drawbacks — from the continued closure of cinemas which affected the…

In honor of the recent demise of former Senator Ramon Revilla, Sr., the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) selected one of the many…

This week’s Binging During Quarantine review is Eduardo Roy Jr.’s 2016 film Pamilya Ordinaryo which was recently made available on Netflix for…

The unexpected love story of Wendy (Jennylyn Mercado) and Sean (Sam Milby) gets complicated when their families interfere, demanding that they sign a…

For this edition of Binging During Quarantine, we have chosen Marlon Rivera’s 2011 satirical comedy film Ang Babae sa Septic Tank. Upon its release,…

In honor of the recent passing of veteran actress Anita Linda, we have chosen to binge on her award-winning 2008 film, Adela. Anita Linda received…

This Cinema One Originals entry is a touching tale that takes audiences down memory lane. A winner of the Cinema One Originals Digital Film Festival…

​​​​​​​In the name of good fortune, some people rely on a four-leaf clover, a rabbit’s tail, rituals, invocations, superstitions, lucky charms,…

Last week, the Binging During Quarantine series of the Film Development Council of the Philippines featured "I'm Drunk, I Love You." which highlights…

TIME CHECK: Are you happy with what you have right now? Are you satisfied with your achievements? Do you have feelings that you want to let out? Are…

​​​​​​​Here is another binge-watch list of short films for the Binging During Quarantine series of the Film Development Council of the Philippines (…

In honor of the late Peque Gallaga and his distinguished body of work, we have chosen to revisit his 1982 classic Oro, Plata, Mata. Often considered…

The Philippine Animation Workers Association (PAWA) introduced a playlist of short films through its “free to watch, pay what you can” project that…

We have previously watched Birdshot, and Signal Rock, and Bayaning 3rd World. For part four of our series, we have chosen to revisit Kip Oebanda’s…

Still building on your binge-watching list during the quarantine period? FDCP's Binging During Quarantine series can help you by highlighting…

This week, we chose Chito Roño’s Signal Rock, a film that premiered in 2018’s Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino where it won various awards on its way to…

Perhaps the most helpful thing most people can do right now under the pandemic situation is to stay at home, follow the community quarantine, and…

Launched last October, the Film Philippines Incentive Scheme seeks to encourage international production companies to shoot in the Philippines by…

VENICE, ITALY: In my five years as Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) Chairperson, it was only my first time to attend the Venice…

We're only just two weeks into September as the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) headed the celebration of the first-ever…

The first-ever Philippine Film Industry Month has just kicked off, and it is overwhelming to have already received much support in our first week. We…

In just a few days, the Philippines will officially celebrate and commemorate the heritage, significance, and legacy of Philippine Cinema through the…

My dear Philippine Cinema, it has been five years since I took that oath to be of service to this country through championing our cinema. And what a…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 — Following the Inter-Agency Task Force’s (IATF) COVID-19 Alert Levels System, Metro Manila is currently…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 — The much awaited annual flagship program of the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), the…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 — Ending in a five-minute standing ovation during its world premiere at the Venice International Film…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 (UPDATED) — As one of the main highlights of the Philippine Film Industry Month this September, the elevated…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 — The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) will be postponing its onsite events for the…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 — Full Circle Lab Philippines (FCL PH), a development program organized by the Film Development Council of the…

There is no small role in this entry to the 2012 Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival with story and direction by Emmanuel Quindo Palo.…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 6, 2021 — Seven (7) animation projects will comprise the biggest Philippine delegation to pitch in the 12th Kre8tif!…

LOCARNO, SWITZERLAND: Amid the pandemic that continues to rage throughout the world, we are still inflamed by the passion for cinema. Likewise, the…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 — Unveiling the lineup of free film screenings, programs, projects, and activities for the whole month, the…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 — To set the first Philippine Film Industry Month in motion this September, “On The Job: The Missing 8” by…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 — More than a year since local cinemas have been closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Film Development…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, AUGUST 31, 2021 — As we celebrate the first Philippine Film Industry Month on September, the Film Development Council of the…

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED), Unified Student Financial Assistance System for Tertiary Education (UniFAST), and Film Development Council…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, AUGUST 26, 2021 — Beginning this year, the Philippines will officially celebrate and commemorate the heritage, significance, and…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, AUGUST 17, 2021 — “Kun Maupay Man It Panahon” (Whether The Weather Is Fine) by Carlo Francisco Manatad and “SAM” by E del Mundo…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, AUGUST 16, 2021 — As September closes in, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) elevates its annual Film…

Singapore and Manila, 10 August 2021 – The Asian Television Awards and the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) are proud to announce a…

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, AUGUST 10, 2021 — Recognized as the business networking platform for the digital content industry in Malaysia and across…

To our esteemed Congresswoman, the honorable Geraldine Roman; Miss Universe 2015 and our symbol of confident beauty, Pia Wurztbach; and to our…