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FAP’s Villaluna still ‘proud’ despite no Filipino film in 2026 Oscars shortlist
Lav Diaz's "Magellan" was the Philippines' official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2026 Oscars, aiming to be the first Filipino film shortlisted in this category.
Despite not making the Oscars shortlist, the film received significant international recognition, including winning the Golden Spike at Spain's Valladolid International Film Festival (SEMINCI).
The Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) supported the film's Oscar bid, and "Magellan" garnered acclaim from festivals like TIFF, NIFF, and Cannes, where it received a standing ovation.
Major industry outlets such as Variety, The New Yorker, The Hollywood Reporter, and Deadline have written about the film, and it was picked up by Janus Films.
Director-General Paolo Villaluna of the FAP expressed pride in the efforts of the teams behind "Magellan" and other submitted films, despite the outcome.
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