Veteran actor Christopher de Leon and award-winning director Pepe Diokno will lead the jury for the 21st Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival in 2025.
The jury also includes screenwriter Michiko Yamamoto, Japan-based American critic Mark Schilling, and script consultant Sophia Wellington.
Christopher de Leon, often dubbed the "King of Philippine Drama," is a multi-awarded actor with over five decades in the industry, known for numerous iconic Filipino films and active television roles.
His acting accolades include eight Metro Manila Film Festival awards, two Gawad Urian awards, and eight FAMAS awards.
Pepe Diokno is recognized for directing films such as "GomBurZa" and "Isang Himala," and is also a screenwriter and producer.
His earlier works, like his debut film "Engkwentro," achieved international recognition, including a Special Citation at Cinemalaya 2009 and awards at the Venice Film Festival.
The 21st Cinemalaya Film Festival will run from October 3 to 12 at various partner cinemas.
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