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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.
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.
Puregold CinePanalo’s ‘Pushcart Tales’ to light up the screen at Thailand’s Pattaya Film Festival
Sigrid Bernardo’s ‘Pushcart Tales’, from the inaugural Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival, has been selected as an official entry to the Thailand’s Pattaya Film Festival 2025.
Sine Kabataan film ‘4 Better or 4 Worse’ sheds light on trans struggles
Sine Kabataan entry ‘4 Better or 4 Worse’ brings to light a raw and timely story about survival, chosen family, and the trans community’s fight for dignity in the Philippines.
Rolling Stone Philippines Celebrates July 2025 Issue With Inaugural State of Affairs Event
Rolling Stone Philippines celebrated the launch of its State of Affairs issue with the inaugural ‘Rolling Stone Philippines: The State of Affairs’ with ZYN, a new platform for bold conversations with key figures in local art, film, mass media, policy, and education.
Zaijian Jaranilla and Jane Oineza’s controversial love scene to air in episode 10 of ‘Si Sol at si Luna’
As Puregold’s hit digital series heads toward its most daring episode yet, the story of Sol (Zaijian Jaranilla) and Luna (Jane Oineza) rises to a new level of emotional and narrative complexity.
Annika Co leads coming-of-age Sine Kabataan 8 finalist ‘Blooming!’
Annika Co is the lead actress in ‘Blooming!’, a Sine Kabataan 8 short film entry directed by Ronnie Ramos and co-written by Jo Ramos, based on a story by Albert Saludaga.
GMA Pictures’ ‘P77’ in theaters beginning July 30
This July 30, viewers should prepare to have their worst nightmares come to life as GMA Pictures and GMA Public Affairs bring ‘P77,’ a psychological horror film that will keep them on the edge of their seats.
Rihanna shares her excitement over ‘Smurfs’ ahead its release
Rihanna is "super-inspired” by independent, strong, beautiful, sassy, witty and very empathetic Smurfette. "Smurfs" opens only in cinemas July 16.
Filipino filmmaker JT Trinidad’s ‘Honey, My Love, So Sweet’ to world premiere at the prestigious Locarno Film Festival
Coming-of-age in a decaying Manila cinema: New Filipino voice JT Trinidad enters Locarno.
Puregold Channel’s ‘Si Sol at si Luna’ rides on the momentum as viewers clamor for more episodes each week
In a previous episode of Puregold Channel’s hit digital series, viewers felt the thrill of anticipation as Sol (Zaijian Jaranilla) and Luna (Jane Oineza) finally opened up to each other.
Internationally Acclaimed ’Song of the Fireflies’ Makes Glowing Philippine Cinema Homecoming this June 25
After lighting up hearts in Hollywood, Song of the Fireflies is finally flying home for its most awaited homecoming to Philippine cinemas. Carrying with it a luminous story of resilience, hope, and the power of dreams, this award-winning film is set to move and uplift Filipino audiences starting June 25, 2025.
Beyond Sol and Luna: How the characters quietly shape Puregold Channel’s digital series
“No one goes through life or love completely alone.” This priceless affirmation uplifts the spirit of a multitude of viewers who spend precious time and heartfelt sentiments on Puregold Channel’s hit digital series ‘Si Sol at si Luna’.
Argel Saycon joins thriller ‘Lip Sync Assassin’
Star Magic actor Argel Saycon is set to captivate audiences with his latest role in Jon Galvez’s short film, ‘Lip Sync Assassin’.
The Cast of ‘Superman’ to visit the Philippines on June 19
Look up! ‘Superman’ filmmakers James Gunn and Peter Safran and star David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan to visit the Philipines on June 19 ahead the DC Studios’ film’s summer release from Warner Bros. Pictures.
‘Agapito’ Trailer: Band of Pinsetters Lead Sole Filipino Short Film Entry in Cannes
Arvin Belarmino and Kyla Danelle Romero’s short film 'Agapito' has debuted its first trailer after premiering in the Short Film Competition at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this May.
Puregold Channel’s ‘Si Sol at si Luna’ — The Series That Hits Different
Following the breakout digital hits ‘My Plantito’ and ‘Ang Lalaki sa Likod ng Profile’, Puregold Channel has stepped confidently into the realm of cinematic-scale storytelling with its newest offering: ‘Si Sol at Si Luna’.

