The FDCP Unveils 2025 Parangal Ng Sining Honorees and Plans for Q2

The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) is thrilled to announce the honorees for the 2025 Parangal ng Sining as part of the celebration of excellence and innovation in Philippine cinema.

This year’s awards recognize the living legends and pioneers who continue to shape Filipino filmmaking. The awards ceremony will take place on April 11, 2025, at 5:00 PM at Seda Vertis North, Quezon City with host Iza Calzado!

This year’s theme, 'Ang Mga Higante ng Kasaysayan ng Ating Pelikula: Tradisyon at Ebolusyon,' honors the evolution of Filipino cinema, celebrating both the legends who paved the way and the innovators pushing its boundaries today.

 

 

 

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD RECIPIENTS:

● Joseph Ejercito Estrada
● Charo Santos-Concio
● Laurice Guillen
● Lav Diaz

 

 

 

ANNUAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD RECIPIENTS:

● Iti Mapukpukaw (The Missing) – Directed by Carl Joseph Papa
● Sunshine – Directed by Antoinette Jadaone
● Judy Ann Santos

 

To complement the awards ceremony, a series of Tribute Screenings will be held at Ayala Malls Vertis North on April 10 & 12, showcasing the iconic works of the honorees. Featured films include:

● Itim (1976) – Directed by Mike De Leon, starring Charo Santos-Concio
● Tanging Yaman (2000) – Directed by Laurice Guillen
● Ang Babaeng Humayo (2016) – Directed by Lav Diaz
● Sa Kuko ng Agila (1989) – Directed by Augusto Buenaventura, starring Joseph Estrada

 

PLANS FOR Q2 2025

Looking forward, the FDCP's second-quarter initiatives will focus on elevating Filipino cinema through film exhibitions, international collaborations, and educational programs: 

 

1. Behind the Reel - YouTube Series

Premiering on April 11, 2025, on FDCP’s new YouTube channel, Behind the Reel will
feature insights from renowned filmmakers, actors, writers, producers, and other key industry professionals. Guests will share their experiences, discuss their legacies, and explore the future of Philippine cinema in a relaxed, personal setting.
Stay tuned for more details before the premiere on youtube.com/@fdcpofficial, with new releases every Friday and Sunday.

2. World-Class Cinema Exhibitions

○ A Curation of World Cinema (April): continues with screenings of the Brazilian
drama I’m Still Here and the Australian animation Memoir of a Snail.
○ I-nanimate: Animation Film Festival (April): Celebrating Filipino animation,
with screenings of award-winning films, including Iti Mapupukaw.
○ Pamanang Pelikula (May): A restored Filipino classic will be featured to honor
the country’s cinematic heritage, National Artist for Film Nora Aunor-led drama
‘Merika (directed by Gil Portes).
○ Curation of Asian Cinema (June): Featuring the restored Jaguar (directed by
Lino Brocka) and other Asian cinema masterpieces.
○ Pelikulaya (June): A celebration of queer cinema in solidarity with Pride Month.

 

3. Film Education and Development

○ Sine Kabataan Pitching Lab & Showcase (April 23-25): Empowering young
filmmakers with workshops, culminating in the PFIM 2025 showcase in
September.

○ DOSTxFDCP Indie Siyensiya Workshop (April 24-25): A two-day workshop for
students producing science-themed films.

○ PAS SEA Workshop (April 26 - May 4): A collaboration with the Taiwan Creative
Content Agency to foster international co-productions in Southeast Asia.

○ FLY Post Lab (May 25-30): A post-production lab in Busan for filmmakers
preparing for streaming and digital platforms

 

4. Additional Workshops and Programs

○ Meisner Acting Crash Course (May) in Bacolod: A chance for aspiring actors
to hone their craft with the Meisner method.
○ FSG Screenwriting Workshop (June-July): A 5-day intensive workshop to
develop the next generation of Filipino screenwriters.
○ Student Film Assistance Program (April-June): A financial grant of up to
50,000 Php, and masterclass opportunity for young filmmakers.

5. Philippine Film Industry Roadmap (July)

In collaboration with Olsberg SPI, FDCP will unveil the Philippine Film Industry Roadmap, charting a sustainable path for the future of local cinema.

 

INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATIONS:

The FDCP continues to strengthen international ties and promote Filipino cinema globally. Key international endeavors for Q2 include:

● Far East Film Festival (April 24 - May 2): FDCP will showcase Filipino films and
participate in the festival’s Focus Asia Film Market.

● Cannes Film Festival (May): FDCP will maintain its presence at the prestigious event,and its Marché Du Film Market.

● Annecy International Animation Film Festival (June): FDCP will participate in MIFA to foster animation collaborations through its PhilPitch initiative.

Through these efforts, the FDCP reaffirms its commitment to advancing the Philippine film industry both locally and internationally