5 Local Film Festivals in the Philippines Other than the MMFF
The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) is still months from now and yet movie enthusiasts are already starting conversations about the coming controversial festival. But while we are waiting for the Christmas season for it to come, we piled up the list of film festivals in the Philippines you can check out too.
Cinemalaya Film Festival
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Cinemalaya is considered as the most popular independent film festival in the country. It has several categories but recently it opened new categories such like Festival’s Best, Asian Showcase and Documentaries. It is also one of the longest running film festivals in the Philippines. Cinemalaya shall be expected this August.
Also read: What is Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival?
Quezon City International Film Festival (QCinema)
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Aspiring directors also sees opportunity in showcasing their works in this film festival, which is open to categories such as short films, Asian films, and movies about the LGBT community. It also hosts a category for highly-acclaimed international films. QCinema is coming this October.
Also read: The best from Quezon City and beyond: QCinema International Film Festival 2016
Cinema One Originals
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Cinema One is open for local and foreign films alike and is owned by giant network ABS-CBN. It only has two categories. It will come on this November.
Also read: #AnongTinginMo: C1 Originals back for its 12th year
CineFilipino Film Festival
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This festival is geared towards every aspiring Filipino filmmaker. Independent films showcased in this festival are known to be thought-provoking and audience-friendly, an article from Spot.ph says. This year, CineFilipino Film Festival is expected to come in November.
Also read: CineFilipino 2016
TOFARM Film Festival
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TOFARM or The Outstanding Farmers of the Philippines is aimed at showcasing the lives of farmers and other workers related to agriculture. It is now in its second year.
Written by Gelyka Dumaraos
