The Film Development Council of the Philippines has been recognized by the Department of Education, Schools Division Office of Quezon City, as one of the recipients of the Outstanding Stakeholder Award during the 6th Gawad Kaagapay ceremony at the VS Hotel and Convention Center. The citation highlights the FDCP’s unwavering support and consistent partnership with […]
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Seymour Barros Sanchez is an advocacy filmmaker, communication and film lecturer, freelance writer, content and creative producer, creative and technical consultant, and a former producer for news and current affairs programs.
‘Himala’ and ‘Isang Himala’ Inspire New Generations in Special Screening of Filipino Film Classics
Two generations of Filipino storytelling took center stage in a special double screening of the iconic Himala and its contemporary musical reinterpretation Isang Himala. The event, part of the “Mga Hiyas ng Sineng Filipino” program, highlighted the enduring legacy and cultural impact of these critically acclaimed films. Discover how industry collaborations like the Film Academy […]
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LPU Cavite Honors Media Luminaries at Laurus Nobilis Awards 2025 for Inspiring the Next Generation
Lyceans once again honored media professionals during the 3rd Laurus Nobilis Media Excellence Awards held at Lyceum of the Philippines University – Cavite in celebration of the media’s role in inspiring future generations and shaping public discourse. Learn how the Filipino film industry is championing worker welfare through the FAP and DOLE-BWC partnership for Reel […]
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FAP partners with DOLE-BWC to initiate Reel Change for film, TV workers
The Film Academy of the Philippines teamed up with the Department of Labor and Employment Bureau of Working Conditions in holding “REEL CHANGE: Empowering Filipino Filmmakers through Learning and Innovation” to instill behavioral change among entertainment industry workers. Continue the advocacy for safer and more inclusive film sets by learning how previous efforts like Instituto […]
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Student Documentarists Feature Street Artists
The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) recently screened five student documentaries on arts and the community during the Dokyumentado film festival held across its cinematheque centres nationwide. The FDCP also organized a talkback session with the documentary filmmakers in Manila. Richard Soriano Legaspi, award-winning filmmaker and faculty of the University of the East […]
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Adamson Breathes New Life Into Film Culture
Adamson University has extended its call for entries to the “PELIKUHA: Kwento. Kulay. Kultura,” a three-day film and photography festival until January 24. PELIKUHA merges Realifilm and Deep Focus of Silip@Lente-AdU next month. Silip@Lente-AdU is a student film and photography organization which aims to support aspiring artists pursue their passion in these fields through workshops, […]
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“Her Locket” Film Continues Winning Ways, Premieres in San Diego Filmfest
The award-winning Filipino-Chinese film “Her Locket” will have its US premiere at the San Diego Filipino Film Festival this week. In the family drama, a Chinese woman, who is suffering from dementia, gradually recalls memories from her past with the help of a locket necklace. ICYMI: University of the East short films to compete in […]
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Benilde Film “Beep Beep” Wins at CCP Gawad Alternatibo and UP POV
A De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde capstone film project won at the Cultural Center of the Philippines’ 36th Gawad Alternatibo Para sa Pelikula at Video and UP Cinema’s Piling Obrang Vidyo XX. “Beep Beep,” directed by Raya Martinez and Iane Patacsil from a screenplay by Hazel Juniosa, took home the honorable mention in the […]
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