Film Development Council of the Philippines

Also known as FDCP

Recent stories about FDCP

FDCP announces Parangal ng Sining award winners, plans Cinemalaya festival

The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) has announced this year's recipients of the Parangal ng Sining award, honoring influential figures in Filipino filmmaking.
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Gloria Romero's wake draws stars and fans

Fans and celebrities paid their respects to legendary Filipino actress Gloria Romero during her wake on Tuesday, with notable attendees including Barbie Forteza, Vilma Santos, Sharon Cuneta, former President Joseph Estrada, Iza Calzado, Nova Villa, Res Cortes, AiAi delas Alas, Pepito Rodriguez, Liza Lorena, Barbara Perez, and Marita Zobel.
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TBA Studios starts 'Quezon', historical biopic on Manuel L. Quezon in March 2025

TBA Studios has announced that production on their historical biopic 'Quezon,' set to begin in March 2025, will focus on the life of Manuel L. Quezon, the second president of the Philippine Commonwealth.
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MMFF extends run to January 14; Artes thanks supporters, expects rising ticket sales

Metro Manila Film Festival chairman Don Artes announced on Monday that the festival's official entries will run until January 14 in select cinemas due to public demand.
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'Green Bones' wins six MMFF awards; jury integrity upheld

The 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) Gabi ng Parangal concluded on Friday night, December 27, with 'Green Bones' winning six awards including Best Picture.
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Filmmakers thank Marcos admin for supporting Philippine film industry

Filmmakers and artists expressed gratitude towards President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s administration for its support of the Philippine film industry during the Konsyerto sa Palasyo event on Sunday evening in Malacañang.
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First Lady Liza Marcos, Pres Ferdinand urge support for Filipino films

First Lady Liza Marcos urged public support for the Philippine film industry during her visit to the temporary offices of the Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) and the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), emphasizing the need to showcase Filipino filmmakers' work globally.
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Karylle, Myrza Sison, Joanna Preysler-Francisco, Trisha Bantigue star in 'Manila Matriarchs'

Actress-singer Karylle, fashion professional Myrza Sison, businesswoman Joanna Preysler-Francisco, and tech entrepreneur Trisha Bantigue-Tsao will star in the upcoming reality show 'Manila Matriarchs'.
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Veteran actor Manny Castañeda dies at 81

Veteran actor and director Manny Castañeda died on Sunday, July 1, according to a Facebook post by Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) chairperson Joey Reyess.
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COA upholds FDCP's pandemic aid disallowance

The Commission on Audit (COA) upheld its decision to issue notices of disallowances against the Film Development Council of the Philippines' (FDCP) distribution of financial aid during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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