Meet the director of Cinemalaya’s ‘Status: Rejected’
Young filmmaker Vahn Leinard C. Pascual reflects on his unconventional introduction to cinema, his family’s filmmaking legacy, and the personal inspiration…
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Cinemalaya 2026
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Why Cinemalaya continues to bring hope, inspiration
Cinemalaya’s 22nd edition drew record audiences and box-office gains, with standout Filipino independent films such as Mag-Iina, 2 Valid IDs, Status: Rejected…
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A short film finds a way through
In her debut short film ‘Para-Paraan,’ Mae Chan Li follows wheelchair user Katrina Hernandez as she navigates everyday spaces riddled with physical and social…
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Martin del Rosario unfazed by queer roles
Martin del Rosario opens up about portraying LGBTQ+ characters, embracing diverse roles without fear of typecasting, and discusses his latest Cinemalaya film…
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