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Puregold CinePanalo announces full-length official entries for its 2026 run
There was a hush at Cinema 12 of Gateway Cineplex 18 as the screen showed a woman reaching for cocktail cans during the big reveal of the seven official entries in the full-length category of Puregold CinePanalo 2026. The cinematic moment sparked drama and excitement among the gifted filmmakers whose dream projects were set to come to life.
ZEENfluential Awards 2025 Official Nominees Finally Revealed
Energy, excitement, and star power filled URBN QC today as Zeen Media officially revealed the nominees for the ZEENfluential Awards 2025 during a media conference attended by the press.
Promising catalysts and icons make up Puregold CinePanalo 2026 Top 15 full-length films
Puregold CinePanalo 2026 has released their official Top 15 shortlist for the festival’s full-length category. The select entries come from the country’s most driven directors who range from emerging voices in the field to eminent visionaries of the industry. The diversity and quality of the line-up assure cineastes that this will be the most competitive and exciting year of the Puregold CinePanalo yet.
Cinemalaya, Gawad Alternatibo, and Kinofest highlight Shang Red Carpet Cinema’s Culture in Focus
Shangri-La Plaza’s Red Carpet Cinema promises audiences a wider variety of films and viewing experiences to enjoy this October. Through its “Culture in Focus” campaign launched in July, Red Carpet Cinema has treated movie fans to local and global films that educate, engage, and spark meaningful conversation.
Cinemalaya 21 closes with a tribute to the late auteur Mike de Leon
In honor of one of the most important and influential filmmakers in Philippine cinema, the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival will close its 21st edition with Mike De Leon’s Kakabakaba Ka Ba? at the Shangri-La Plaza Red Carpet Cinemas 1 & Premiere Theater on October 11, 8:00 PM.
Who will sail away with the Balanghai trophies?
The Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival not only recognizes talented Filipino independent filmmakers, but also distinguished individuals who take on the challenging task of selecting the films that will bring home the coveted Balanghai trophies.
The Cinema of ‘Cinemartyrs’
A young filmmaker stated on their social media post upon seeing the teaser for the latest film directed by Sari Dalena, it’s like “the Avengers: Endgame of PH Alternative Cinema.” That may not be far from the truth as within fifteen seconds, luminaries such as auteur Lav Diaz and National Artist Kidlat Tahimik have their moment on screen.
CineSilip Film Festival to run from October 22 to 28 exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas
The Philippine film industry is set to witness a new milestone with the launch of the CineSilip Film Festival, a platform dedicated to showcasing the country's finest filmmaking talents. Scheduled to run from October 22 to 28, 2025, this inaugural event is a joint initiative of Viva's film production group and Ayala Malls Cinemas.
‘Lip Sync Assassin’, Starring PH Drag Superstar Precious Paula Nicole Wins Big At West Hollywood’s CinePride Film Festival
Lip Sync Assassin walked away as one of the big winners at the recently concluded CinePride Film Festival in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. Precious Paula Nicole, star of the short film, bagged the award for Best Lead Performance, while Jon Galvez was honored as Best Director. Nicole also got a Special Citation for Best Performance at the Sinag Maynila 2025 Awards Night.
Cine Balikbayan aims to spotlight films by Filipinos across the seas
This October, Cine Balikbayan launches its first exhibition program of films from the Filipino diaspora. The exhibition features thirteen short films and one feature film, with half of them making their Manila debuts. The event happens on October 17 and 18 at the Dengcar Theater at Mowelfund.
Cinemalaya short film ‘Please Keep This Copy’ experiments with memory by recalling the all boys Catholic high school experience using only old documents
Student filmmaker “Miko” Miguel Lorenzo Peralta makes his Cinemalaya debut with his experimental documentary short film “Please Keep This Copy,” which presents his personal experience growing up as a part of the last batch of all-boys students from an elite private Catholic high school during the Duterte administration. However, rather than showing any video footage, the film instead presents the story only through the use of scanned documents, old doodles on ripped pieces of pad paper, and other memorabilia from high school, and pairing them with archival audio recordings taken during that time.
901 Studios Supports Two Film Entries at Cinemalaya 2025
Independent film powerhouse 901 Studios continues its commitment to groundbreaking storytelling by supporting Giya Studios and Gate 11 Collective to bring two highly anticipated features to this year's Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival. Padamlagan, a Giya Studios production, and The Next 24 Hours, a Gate 11 Collective production. This collaboration reinforces 901 Studio's dedication to artistic integrity and promises to captivate audiences with two distinct and compelling cinematic experiences.
Cinemalaya 21 kicks off with Indian film ‘The Elysian Field’
‘The Elysian Field’, a NETPAC Award-winning film by Indian filmmaker Pradip Kurbah, makes its Philippine debut at the 21st edition of the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival this October 3, 2025, at the Red Carpet Cinemas of Shangri-La Plaza.
Cinemalaya 21’s book launches features the literary portrait and works of Filipino filmmakers
As the country’s leading platform for independent film, the Cinemalaya continues to champion the work of Filipino filmmakers with a series of book launches slated on October 8, 9, and 11, at the Red Carpet Cinema 2 at Shangri-La Plaza.
‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ to return to Philippine cinemas for a limited time starting October 1
James Cameron’s Oscar®-Winning Global Box Office Phenomenon will be re-released exclusively in 3D from October 1 to 7
Instituto Cervantes’ 24th PELÍCULA Spanish Film Festival returns to Makati
The anticipated Spanish Film Festival, PELÍCULA>PELIKULA, is returning to Makati in Ayala Triangle Gardens and Powerplant Mall from October 10 to 16, 2025 for its 24th edition. Since its creation in 2002 by Instituto Cervantes, PELÍCULA has become a much-awaited annual event in Philippine theaters. This year’s Festival will showcase over 20 acclaimed films from Spain, Latin America, and the Philippines.
Andrea Bocelli: Because I Believe Premieres Exclusively at Opus VIP Cinema and NUSTAR VIP Cinema
Music and cinema enthusiasts are invited to an intimate and exclusive viewing of Andrea Bocelli: Because I Believe, a powerful documentary film about one of the world’s most celebrated tenors. The documentary will be shown exclusively at Opus VIP Cinema and NUSTAR VIP Cinema, offering a one-of-a-kind viewing experience.
TikTok’s Got Their Eyes on Puregold’s new BL series, ‘Got My Eyes on You’
In today’s world, kilig doesn’t just happen in coffee shops or chance encounters. Sometimes, it happens on your For You Page. Puregold's newest Boy's Love (BL) vertical series, Got My Eyes on You, is taking over TikTok, with its vibrant and fun episodes dominating For You Pages and commenters asking for more ("next episode, please!" or "bitin naman!").
37th Gawad Alternatibo ignites new narratives with Pasiklab
Championing the best of Filipino alternative storytelling, the Gawad Alternatibo Para sa Pelikula at Video returns this 2025 to spark curiosity, creativity, and conversations with its theme Pasiklab.
Sinag Maynila 2025 Returns, Showcasing the Best of Filipino Cinema
The highly-anticipated Sinag Maynila Film Festival 2025 is back for its seventh edition, celebrating the best of contemporary Filipino filmmaking.