A new development platform for Mindanao stories has been created by the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) through the Southern Voices Film Lab (SOVOLAB). This is an opportunity to discover the diverse and unique stories and perspectives from the South and give them the chance to develop and find the path to become full-fledged projects.

It was a momentous night as the stars aligned, legends converged, and icons came together at Sine Sandaan: Celebrating the Luminaries of Philippine Cinema. Staged by the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), Sine Sandaan aimed to recognize the remarkable service of Filipino producers, directors, artists, and film workers, with special mentions given to the oldest living Filipino film professionals.

The horror film "Motel Acacia," which will have its world premiere at the 32nd Tokyo International Film Festival in Japan (TIFFJP) on November 1, Friday, is touted to be more than just a scarefest.  “As the creatures and monsters in Motel Acacia strike terror in our minds, it is the actions of humans that terrify me. This film seeks to understand our own apathy towards man’s cruelty in today’s society," explains director Bradley Liew.

From November 7 to 9, Instituto Cervantes will be holding the final leg of the PELÍCULA Spanish Film Festival, now on its 18th edition, at the Cinematheque Center in Iloilo City. A selection of films from the Festival will be screened in their original Spanish version with subtitles in English. Tickets are free of charge.

Bela Padilla, together with director Paul Soriano, graced the red carpet at the prestigious 32nd Tokyo International Film Festival to represent “Mañanita” last October 28, 2019. Produced under Ten17P and VIVA Films and penned by award-winning filmmaker Lav Diaz, “Mañanita” is among the eight Filipino films featured in the Festival. The drama-suspense film was given a Graded A by the Cinema Evaluation Board (CEB).

Inspired by true events, “Quezon’s Game” pays tribute to former Philippine president Manuel Quezon’s heroism of rescuing around 1,200 Jews seeking refuge from the Holocaust. The film is a joint venture production of Star Cinema, ABS-CBN’s streaming service iWant, and Kinetek Productions, and it stars Raymond Bagatsing, Rachel Alejandro, and Kate Alejandrino.

Five (5) Filipino films are set to have their Japan and international premiere at the Osaka Asian Film Festival (OAFF) which takes place from March 8 to 17 in Osaka, Japan.

Filipino filmmakers and actors made the country proud as they represented the Philippines in the 32nd Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF) Red Carpet and Opening Ceremony in Roppongi Hills, Tokyo, Japan.

The Philippine delegation for the fourth ASEAN International Film Festival & Awards (AIFFA) bagged three (3) major awards during AIFFA’s Red Carpet Gala Night held last April 27, 2019 at the Pullman Hotel in Kuching, Sarawak in Malaysia. This year, eight (8) Filipino films were shortlisted, and among these, the multi-awarded film “Signal Rock” directed by Chito Roño produced by Regal Entertainment took home the Best Film. “Signal Rock” was also featured in Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2018 and won the Critics’ Choice Award.

The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) recognizes the contribution of women in the film industry this International Women’s day in a mini women film festival: “Espacio Femenino: Spanish and Filipino Filmmakers” in collaboration with Instituto Cervantes, Embassy of Spain, and Intramuros Administration.