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Dennis Trillo hopes ‘Amir’ reminds viewers to value life
Because the film draws from real-life accounts and interviews with survivors, Trillo also hopes it serves as a reminder of the importance of remembering…
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Vice Ganda returns to comedy, teases big collaboration
Without confirming reports linking her to Vic Sotto for the Metro Manila Film Festival 2026, Vice teased a major project in the works.
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Cinema at a crossroads
Cinema will continue. It will simply find new platforms. Vertical viewing may become common, as many films are now shot that way. With busy schedules, people…
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MMDA eyes lower MMFF ticket prices to boost audience turnout
The MMDA is studying lower ticket prices for the Metro Manila Film Festival as part of efforts to boost audience turnout and restore the festival’s…
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The MMFF 2025: An evaluation
There was a time when going to the movies was a source of enjoyment for the masses — a shared experience where audiences could momentarily escape their worries…
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Jun Robles Lana reveals bold scenes cut from 'Call Me Mother'
Director Jun Robles Lana reveals major deleted scenes from Call Me Mother, including a parkour sequence and intense training arc, cut to preserve the film’s…
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Movie tickets for P100 will never come back
Why going to the movies feels expensive (and it’s not a scam)
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MMFF REVIEW: 'I’mPerfect' stops at representation
While watching 'I’mPerfect', this year’s Metro Manila Film Festival Best Picture, I kept thinking about Garry Marshall’s 1999 cult film 'The Other Sister'.
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MMFF REVIEW: “Manila’s Finest” is toothless
If viewed strictly from an anti–Martial Law sentiment, sure, its silences may feel meaningful, or even terrifying. But strip an audience’s ideology away, and…
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When cinema stops being for the people
Filmmaker Jun Robles Lana questions rising movie ticket prices and warns that Philippine cinema is becoming a middle-class privilege.
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Bryan Chong, the voice behind ‘Tala’ revealed by Jonathan Manalo
Jonathan Manalo reveals Bryan Chong as the voice behind “Tala” in Call Me Mother, introducing a rising OPM artist.
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Gladys Reyes on serving as MMFF juror: A humbling view from the other side
Gladys Reyes shares insights from her first experience as an MMFF juror, describing the rigorous deliberations, integrity, and challenges behind choosing the…
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NCDA hails I’mPerfect MMFF win as milestone for disability representation
NCDA praises I’mPerfect’s historic MMFF victory and Krystel Go’s Best Actress win, citing a milestone for disability representation and inclusive storytelling…
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Vice Ganda bares personal truth during MMFF Best Actor speech
Vice Ganda’s Best Actor win at the 2025 MMFF became an emotional moment as he opened up about postponed family dreams, love, and his partnership with husband…
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Matthew Mendoza marks 'proud dad moment' as I’mPerfect sweeps MMFF
Matthew Mendoza marks “proud dad moment” as I’mPerfect sweeps MMFF honors
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