PH Bags 3 Awards at the 19th Asian Film Festival in Italy; Brillante Mendoza Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

 

Three out of three In Competition Filipino films won major awards at the 19th Asian Film Festival (AFF 19) which was held onsite in Rome, Italy last April 7 to 13, 2022. The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) brought a total of five Filipino films to the AFF 19, including films by Lifetime Achievement Awardee, Brillante Mendoza.

The highly-acclaimed Filipino films were chosen by the festival to be featured in this year’s showcase. Under the In Competition section are Jun Lana’s Big Night, Brillante Mendoza’s Resbak, and Erik Matti’s On the Job: The Missing 8, while Mendoza’s Gensan Punch and Daniel Palacio’s The Brokers participated in the Out of Competition and Newcomers’ section, respectively.

Two Filipino actors, Vince Rillon for Resbak and Christian Bables for Big Night! shared the Best Actor Award while Erik Matti’s On the Job: The Missing 8 received Best Film. 

The festival described the Best Film awardee, On the Job, as “filmed with mastery, with unique sequence plans, and a soundtrack that often goes in line with the dramaticness of situations, this opera has an overwhelming lining and gives us a little-known portrait of this part of the east.”

Through FDCP’s Spotlight: Philippines program, the country was represented by the film Resbak, Director Brillante Mendoza, and lead actor Vince Rillon, in the in-person event in Italy as the festival reopened its doors as a physical event. 

Aside from the screening of Mendoza’s films, he was also bestowed the Lifetime Achievement Award by the festival for his outstanding contributions as one of the proponents of “Philippine New Wave” in filmmaking.

“We are grateful to not only be honored with these awards but by having this chance to promote these Filipino films—films that we are proud of—in established platforms such as the Asian Film Fest. This stellar line-up of masterpieces from our esteemed filmmakers are ready to take on the world. And of course, to Direk Brillante Mendoza, Direk Erik Matti, Vince Rillon, and Christian Bables who have been championing PH Cinema everywhere they go, we are extremely proud of you,” said FDCP Chair and CEO Liza Diño. 

“The Lifetime Achievement Award from the Asian Film Festival, a prestigious international film festival known for showcasing auteur cinema from Southeast Asian countries, is a significant achievement not just for Direk Brillante Mendoza as a filmmaker, but also for Philippine Cinema. His valuable contributions through his films has helped the Philippines gain traction in the international scene,” Chairperson Diño added.

The Asian Film Festival is considered to be the top art-house cinema in presenting Eastern Asian cinema to the world. This edition featured 30 films from eight Asian countries namely China, South Korea, Philippines, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand.

The AFF 19 is just one of the many film festivals where Filipinos continue to shine. Through UniPhilippines and its Spotlight: Philippines program, the Film Development Council of the Philippines gets to support Filipino filmmakers by promoting PH cinema globally through showcasing retrospectives and highlighting significant milestones and key players of the industry.

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FDCP Now Accepting Entries for LGBTQIA+ Film Festival

 In celebration of the upcoming Pride Month this June, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) will once again be spearheading the “Pelikulaya: LGBTIA+ Film Festival,” on June 10 to 26, 2022 which will be held in hybrid format. The Agency opened its call for entries for the local short film competition last April 13, 2022 and will be accepting entries until May 13, 2022.

Pelikulaya, now in its 2nd consecutive year, aims to champion equality for the members of the LGBTQIA+ community and transcend the notion of acceptance as mere tolerance but as genuine understanding and celebration of diversity.

As one of its featured events, the Pelikulaya LGBTQIA+ Short Film Competition is still accepting submissions of 20-minute short narrative films completed within the last 2 years (January 2020 - May 2022) by Filipino members of the LGBTQIA+ community. 

With this year’s theme, “Pantay-pantay, Iba’t ibang Kulay!” Pelikulaya endeavors to spotlight the more underrepresented members of the community with a special focus on trans visibility. Interested applicants are encouraged to tackle the less talked about, less understood identities, and experiences within the LGBTQIA+ community to further the promotion of equality and acceptance of differences.

The competition will be giving away cash prizes of up to Php 35, 000 for the winners of Best Short Film, Best Director, Audience Choice Award, Special Jury Prize, and Special Mention. 

Ten short films will be selected to be part of the finalists which will be announced on June 2, 2022 and will be showcased at the FDCP Cinematheque Centres from June 10-26, 2022. More details about  the screenings will be unveiled in the coming days.

FDCP Chairperson and CEO, Liza Diño shares, “We have always believed in the power of films and of storytelling in transcending boundaries of gender and biases. Pelikulaya is not just a film festival, it is an effort and a movement towards raising awareness, calling for equality, and a way of showing allegiance to the causes of the LGBTQIA+ community.” 

Aside from the Short Film Competition, Pelikulaya 2022 will feature  LGBTQIA+ themed feature film showcases, special opening and closing films, and special Pride  events at FDCP’s  Cinematheque   Centres   in   Manila,   Iloilo,   Negros,   Davao,   and Nabunturan; and will also be available online through the FDCP Channel. Tune in to FDCP Channel’s Facebook page for upcoming announcements and surprises.

The complete guidelines for Pelikulaya LGBTQIA+ Short Film Competition are as follows:

• Open to all Filipino filmmakers who are members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

• Submissions must be films completed from January 2020 - May 2022.

• The   completed   narrative   short   film   should   depict   narratives   with   the   theme: “Pantay-Pantay, Iba’t Ibang Kulay” to celebrate the ongoing movement toward equality, diversity, inclusivity, and visibility for the members of the LGBTQIA+ community. To further advance this cause, we are encouraging participants to submit narratives that feature the underrepresented members of the LGBTQIA+ community— especially those that depict trans visibility in society. Other examples of themes to explore include discrimination in the workplace, same-sex unions, coming out, and characters challenging the stigma associated with the members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

• The completed narrative short film should be a live-action or an animated film. Experimental and documentary films will not be accepted.

• The completed narrative short film must not exceed the total running time of twenty (20) minutes, including the opening and closing credits.

• All music,   graphics,   video  clips,  and  other   proprietary  materials  used  in  the participant’s entry must be original and/or have all the proper licenses for use by the participant.

• Only entries that have not been featured in other local and international festivals and competitions, and those that have not won in other film competitions, are qualified to join. Films previously featured in school and inter-collegiate competitions may still join.

• Selected entries as finalists must not withdraw from the competition.

• The   decision   of   the   Selection   Committee   and   Board   of   Jurors   is   final   and irrevocable. The board reserves the right to not give an award in any category should no entry merit it. The organizers and the judging committees are not obliged to provide explanations for the results.

• FDCP reserves the right to create, revoke, and modify at any time, in any way, its entry requirements, rules, and regulations at its absolute discretion without prior notice. Finalists and submitted entries shall be bound by any amendments or addition to the entry requirements, rules, and regulations herewith.

Submissions are still being accepted until May 13, 2022. In order to make an official entry to the competition, here are the requirements:

• Duly accomplished Entry Form (via Google Forms) Link: bit.ly/PELIKULAYASHORTFILMCOMPETITION

• Brief resume, HD profile photo, and a copy of the government-issued ID of the filmmaker

• Director and Producer’s statements of intent

• Completed film in 1080p MP4 format with English subtitles, and uploaded through downloadable online links. The file size should not exceed 25GB.

#UAAP84 Ateneo halt Tamaraws winning streak.

The three game winning streak of the FEU Tamaraws came to an end after they lose to the still undefeated Ateneo Blue Eagles 53-70. 

It was a total domination by the Blue Eagles all through out the game, they even led by as much as 20 in this game. 

Rhonjay Abarrientos and LJay Gonzales were the only Tams to score in double digits with 12 and 10 points respectively. 

Meanwhile, Raffy Verano led the Blue shirts with 17 points and 13 rebounds. 

The Tams are now tied with NU in fourth with 6-7 record. 

 

Meet the Top 32 Candidates of Miss Universe Philippines 2022

 

A new crown, a big venue, and a star studded show featuring former Miss Universe Demi Leigh Tebow, Iris Mittenaere, and Pia Wurtzbach, plus reigning Miss Universe Harnaaz Sadnu present indeed all is set for the grand coronation night of Miss Universe Philippines 2022 that is happening this April 30 at the Mall of Asia Arena, from the Top 50 candidates introduced last February only 32 phenomenal women moved to the next round of competition.

Meet the 32 Candidates of Miss Universe Philippines 2022 here: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vax To Normal: An All Star Concert Celebrating Frontliners

 'VAX TO NORMAL': AN ALL-STAR CONCERT CELEBRATING FRONTLINERS 

 

Thousands of fans and frontliners flocked to the Smart Araneta Coliseum last April 26 for the "Vax to Normal" Concert.

"Vax to Normal," which is produced by Merlion Events Production Inc. in partnership with Red Cross Philippines, is a tribute concert for our nation's frontliners who are at the forefront of the country's pandemic response. It is our way of recognizing the heroism of medical and non-medical frontliners who have gone above and beyond to perform their duties amid the pandemic. Calista, the country's most promising girl group, headlined the concert and performed their single, "Race Car." Managed by Tyronne Escalante Artist Management (TEAM), Calista is composed of six multi-talented members: Olive, Laiza, Anne, Elle, Dain, and Denise. During the weeks leading up to the concert, they trained for 12 hours a day. "From 8 AM to 8 PM. Calista trained their vocals and dance skills with their powerhouse coaching team. They are trained by Crissie and Froilan of Douglas Nierras Power Dance, Vimi Rivera, Maneuvers, and Marnie Jereza," Tyronne Escalate, Calista's manager, shares. Aside from Calista, the concert also featured guest performances by Yeng Constantino, Darren Espanto, Andrea Brillantes, Elmo Magalona, AC Bonifacio, and Ken San Jose. Together, these industry idols energized the audience with their powerful and iconic performances. Many frontliners expressed their appreciation for the tribute concert. They hope that the country continues to heal and encourage everyone to get themselves vaccinated so that we can achieve herd immunity and pre-pandemic normalcy. "We are eternally grateful for our heroes, our frontliners-both medical and non-medical-who have sacrificed and risked so much to help save the country amid this pandemic. Now, we can attend concerts such as this, meet our friends and families again, travel, and much more. None of this would have been possible if not for our courageous frontliners," Merlion Events Production Inc. CEO Atty. Javier Flores emphasized. Directed by Nico Faustino and Musical Director Soc Mina, "Vax to Normal" will be telecast in TV5 on May 1, 2022, 9 PM. As for the future of Calista, Escalante shares that everyone will tuned for updates on their social media channels Facebook (Calista PH), have to stay Instagram (@calistamusicofficial), Twitter (@calistasocials), TikTok (@calistamusicofficial), and YouTube (Calista PH); or visit their website at calistasocials.com. "Thank you so much for all the support from our fans, friends, coaches, and of course, our families. Without their kind words and encouragement, we would not be here at Araneta Coliseum, performing and paying tribute challenge to our frontliners. We also appreciate the kind remarks from P-pop fans who continue to and keep us motivated to push forward and do better, Calista's leader Anne shared.

#UAAP84 Day 12: Tamaraws strengthen Final Four bid after beating La Salle

 

The FEU Tamaraws strengthen their final four bid as they fended off the DLSU Green Archers 67-62. 

The Tamaraws started out strong in this game with an early 25-15 advantage in the opening period, they even led by as much as 16 points in the second period to end the first half 42-29. 

But the tables almost turned in the second half after the Green Archers limit the Tamaraws to just 5 points in the third period, but the Tamaraws regrouped in the final period to avert a collapse and finally get a win back against La Salle. 

Rhonjay Abarrientos led FEU with 21 points, Xyrus Torres added 14 points, and Patrick Sleat contributed 10 points for the Tamaraws as they go up 6-6. 

Meanwhile, Evan Nelle led the Green Archers with 15 points, Justine Baltazar added 13 points and 16 rebounds. 

#UAAP84 Day 11: Tamaraws emerged victorious over still winless Red Warriors

The FEU Tamaraws kept their momentum on as they rained on UE Red Warriors 91-61 to take their fifth victory this season 84. 

The Tamaraws were able to dominate UE the whole game, taking a 24-7 lead in the opening period and pushing it to a 53-26 at the end of the first half. 

In the second half the distance between FEU and the Red Warriors went as high as 39 points. 

John Brian Sajonia emerged as the leader of the Tams in this game with 17 points, 15 of which came from the three point area. Xyrus Torres added 15 points, Rhonjhay Abarrientos scored12 points, while Patrick Sleat recorded his first career high performance of 12 points and 7 rebounds, LJ Gonzales had 10 points for FEU in this game. 

Nico Paranada and Harvey Pagsanjan led the Red Warriors with 15 and 10 points respectively in losing efforts. 

Teejay Marquez: Good Skin Care.

Like what they always say "When it rains, it pours" and projects has been flowing for Teejay Marquez since last year, from movies, series, teleserye, and different endorsement deals. 

The actor, social media influencer, and brand endorser is now venturing into business as Teejay opened his own line of skin care products, the GoodSkin brand. 

With his good looks, clear skin, and his flawless complexion, Teejay is the testament of his own product. The Mano Po Legacy Her Big Boss star shared that "GoodSkin" was actually inspired by the clamor of his fans who always ask what is his skin care secret. 

This business venture came across Teejay during this pandemic, "GoodSkin" aims to give Filipinos an affordable, practical, and fuss free everyday skincare solution specially now that we can't just go out and spend so much money for skin treatments. 

"GoodSkin" is a skin serum that is geared for all type of skin, whether you have a normal, oily, dry, light, fair, or dark skin tone this serum will perfectly fit you. 

Made of natural and organic extratcs, GoodSkin contains all essential nutrients that will restore your skin's youthful glow. 

Teejay emphasizes that good skin is more than just what you put in your face, it's also the type of lifestyle that you have that will make your skin glow at its best. 

GoodSkin is already available online through GoodSkin's official Facebook and Instagram account, soon it will be available on Shopee and Lazada. 

#UAAP84 Day 10: Xyrus Torres towed FEU past NU to keep final four bid.

  

Xyrus Torres towed the FEU Tamaraws past the NU Bulldogs after he nailed the game winning three to give them the 59-57 to keep their team in contention for the Final Four race. 

The game went tight in the opening period with the Bulldogs taking a slight 15-14 advantage, but going to the second period they were able to push their advantage as high as 14 points to keep the Tams at 33-22 at the end of the first half. 

Things started to turn in the second half as the Tamaraws were able to cut the lead down to 49-40 after a buzzer beater by rookie Patrick Sleat. 

Energized, the Tamaraws continues to erase the lead of NU and take a 1 point advantage late in the second half. The Bulldogs were able to take the lead back at 57-56 lead with less than a minute left, but it was Xyrus Torres who sealed the victory for FEU with an almost buzzer beating three. 

FEU ties NU at 4th spot with both team having 4-6 record. 

With 16 points, Xyrus Torres led the Tamaraws in scoring, Emmanuel Ojuola added 11 points and 11 rebounds, while Ximone Sandagon had an impressive 10 point outing.

John Lloyd Clemente led the Bulldogs with 13 points

#UAAP84 Day 9: Fighting Maroons made it 8 straight, sends FEU in danger zone.

The UP Fighting Maroons took their 8th straight win after 9 games after they send the FEU Tamaraws down in the danger zone 73-70 as the UAAP resumes their second round of elimination. 

Emmanuel Ojuola led the Tams with 16 points and 14 rebounds, LJ Gonzales and Rhonjhay Abarrientos both added 16 points for FEU in losing effort. 

Ricci Rivero led the Fighting Maroons with 19 points. 

 

FDCP Awards P100K Film Grants to 10 Sine Kabataan Finalists

 

Ten (10) young filmmakers have been selected as finalists in the 5th edition of the Sine Kabataan Short Film Lab and Festival. Each finalist will receive a PHP 100,000 grant as funds to use in the production of their respective short films. 

Sine Kabataan is a youth film competition organized by the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) that provides an opportunity for young filmmakers to showcase their talents and develop their creativity and originality in storytelling while touching on important issues as perceived by their generation today.  

The 20 shortlisted story concepts went through an intensive online Story Development Lab. The filmmakers were given training on how to build the messaging and branding of their projects through the Pitching Lab. After the Sine Kabataan Pitching Showcase held last March 27, the Selection Committee composed of Director JP Habac, Producer Armi Cacanindin, and FDCP Executive Director Ria Anne Rubia chose ten finalists from the 20 projects. 

The top ten finalists underwent the Safe Filming Lab together with the CineIskool finalists last April 2. The ten Sine Kabataan finalists will undergo the Editing Lab before their final exhibition at FDCP’s banner project Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino (PPP) 2022. 

“In order for our young and aspiring filmmakers to flourish in this industry, we need to equip them with the necessary tools and skills to further develop their craft and provide the platform where they can share their projects. This is what Sine Kabataan is keen on providing through its platform and intensive film labs. This year, we are proud that the selected finalists chose to tackle relevant issues to the youth using their fresh perspectives. Congratulations to our young filmmakers, we hope that this experience will jumpstart their filmmaking journeys,” said FDCP Chairperson and CEO Liza Diño. 

The 10 selected projects of the young filmmakers from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao  explore coming-of-age themes, social commentary, digital technology, and environmental issues. This year's lineup also includes entries in animation, mixed media, and mixed live formats.

The fifth edition of Sine Kabataan film labs and events will be held in a hybrid format. The past two editions were held online and were screened for free on the FDCP Channel. Sine Kabataan began solely as a film competition for young filmmakers. This is the second time that the Sine Kabataan included intensive lab sessions exclusively for the participants. 

The 10 Official Finalists of Sine Kabataan 5 Short Film Lab and Festival: 

 

Ami ug Migo (Ami and Migo)  by Karina Jabido	A boy reaches out to a classmate who doesn’t speak the same language.
Anak ng Santol by Karen Israel	After swallowing a santol seed, nine-year old Bajingjing starts preparing everything before she eventually ‘dies and turns into a santo tree.’
Back Home  by Anna Katrina G. Velario	A deported family of 2, drive their way home through pain and revelations.
Boy Kilat  by Faith Anne Aragon	In a small shing town in Cebu, a 12-year-old boy becomes a victim of online sex trafficking and tries to protect his younger brother from becoming one.
Friends and Rainy Days by Raiza Masculino	A young girl named Jenna wishes to enjoy the sunny day but her plans get ruined when it suddenly rained.
HM HM MHM by Kim Rivera Timan and Samantha Pauline Villa-Real	A 9-year-old child emulates living in a pandemic society using a makeshift doll house, revealing her unhappy life at home.
Kalumbata (Philippine Eagle) by Ryan C. Cuatrona	The story is about a critically endangered eagle building a nest after a huge storm in spite of the threats that lurk around its habitat and how the flight of an Indigenous community living in the same place is related to its own struggles.
No More Crying 毋通閣吼咯  by John Peter C. Chua	A young third generation Chinese-Filipino photographer is suddenly tasked to create the funeral portrait of his grandmother on the morning of her wake. Faced with the shock of grief and the gargantuan task of memorializing his grandmother's life in a single photo, the young man is further challenged by the question: how will he commemorate the life of someone he barely knew?
Tong Adlaw Nga Nag-Snow Sa Pinas (The Day It Snowed in the Philippines)  by Joshua Caesar Medroso	In a small coastal barrio, a young boy is challenged to help his closest friend who is being physically abused by his father.
Unsolved Equation by Dexter Paul De Jesus	During the annual Division Math Olympiad, a 4th year high school achiever, Andrew, finds a much more difficult problem than finding an equation of a certain line—it’s when he faces his estranged relationship with his father.

#UAAP84 Day 8: Nash Racela avenge first round loss against brother Olsen.

 

It was yet another tight ball game between the Racela brothers as the UAAP opened the second round this Holy Tuesday.

This time it was the Adamson Falcons turn to upset the Tamaraws after a 64-63 tight match. John Erolon's last triple sealed the deal for Adamson's second victory under Coach Nash Racela. 

LJ Gonzales led the Tamaraws with 20 points in losing effort, RJhay Abarrientos added 15 points, and Emman Ojuola had 13 points and 17 rebounds. 

Jerom Lastimosa and Cedrick Manzano scored 17 and 14 points respectively. 

TECNO Mobile Gives the Power of POVA Neo to Local Community Heroes

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The project is in line with the launch campaign of POVA Neo, TECNO Mobile’s latest smartphone offering, which celebrates everyday heroes who power on with their day-to-day tasks in order to serve the community. For this year’s CSR activities, TECNO Mobile partnered with Grab PH, plus a few of the country’s up and coming content creators, to reach out to local communities once again, and inspire people and make a difference. Through this initiative the brand also hoped to motivate more people to participate in community outreach programs, and make them see that it isn’t about the size of the donation, but the sincerity to help others. 

TECNO Mobile Gives Back to Grab PH Riders and Drivers

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Recognizing their efforts, TECNO Mobile celebrates the everyday contributions of Grab PH by giving back to the company’s hardworking drivers and delivery riders. The meaningful collaboration between TECNO Mobile and Grab PH is reflective of the positive message that the POVA Neo campaign aims to impart.

Grab PH’s Papugay Awardees received a brand new TECNO Pova Neo smartphone that will help them navigate the busy streets of Metro Manila and power them all day long.

TECNO Mobile PH executives with Grab PH’s Papugay Awardees

TECNO Mobile PH and Grab PH’s Executives recognize the hard work, dedication, and heroic deeds of Grab PH’s Papugay Awardees

A donation handover took place at the Grab PH Headquarters in Metro Manila on April 9, 2022 during Grab PH’s Papugay event, which the company mounts each quarter to show appreciation to, and recognize their outstanding drivers. As a beneficiary, Grab PH received 65 units of POVA Neo smartphones. This smartphone’s large battery capacity is perfect for the riders and drivers of Grab PH, and will be a big help as they navigate through the city, and provide excellent on-time service. The donation was received by Grab PH’s Papugay awardees, Grabfood rider Richard Aguilar, Grab driver Ricky Dalansay, Grab rider Arc Cabuello, and Grabfood rider Michael Sales.

Influencers for the Greater Good

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At the handover event held on April 5, 2022 at the Malolos City Hall Auditorium, 50 POVA Neo units were donated by TECNO Mobile, to be shared with its beneficiaries from City Health Office and the Office of Senior Citizen Affairs, PNP, Bureau of Fire Protection, Force Multiplier, Social Services, Tricycle Operators and Drivers Association, the City Environment and Natural Resources Office, and local students. The donation was received by the Chief of Staff from the Office of Mayor Gilbert “Bebong” Gatchalian of Malolos City, Bulacan, Atty. Belle Castro.

TECNO Mobile PH Marketing Manager, Mitze Abrio (center-right) and Malolos City Chief of Staff, Atty Belle Castro (center-left), together with content creators Matt Nicolai, Xai Smith, Aldrich Ching, Carol Reyes, Sharleen Jonson, Cedrix Eligio, and Blair Madamba.

TECNO Mobile together with #TeamMatt content creators and Malolos City’s everyday heroes!

Content creators #TeamMatt and Malolos City’s everyday heroes taking a selfie with TECNO’s latest smartphone, the Pova Neo.

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