Philstar
QCinema 2025 celebrates Quezon City’s UNESCO recognition
Quezon City has been awarded the title of UNESCO Creative City of Film, becoming one of the first cities in Southeast Asia to receive such recognition.
This achievement highlights Quezon City's role as a central hub for Philippine cinema.
Mayor Joy Belmonte stated that the designation honors the city's rich film history and the contributions of its filmmakers, artists, and storytellers.
The recognition aims to foster growth in the local film industry by strengthening worker protection policies, developing talent, and promoting Filipino filmmakers globally.
The ongoing QCinema International Film Festival, themed 'Film City,' is celebrating this new honor for the first time in its 13th edition.
The festival's selections explore the art of filmmaking, including stories about storytellers and the power of moving images.
🤖
This story was generated by AI to help you understand the key points. For more detailed coverage, please see the news articles from trusted media outlets below.
News Sources
See how different news organizations are covering this story. Below are the original articles from various Philippine news sources that contributed to this summary.
