Aside from
providing filmmakers a platform for socially-relevant and inspired
storytelling, the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival strives to
provide equal access to cultural endeavours and inclusive art education to
every Filipino.
In its 20th year,
the country’s pioneering film festival has curated a selection of timeless
films and cultural experiences that are free and open to all.
THE GOSPEL OF THE
BEAST. Directed by Sheron Dayoc, the film chronicles the journey of a
15-year-old boy to beasthood. The film opens the 20th edition of Cinemalaya on
August 2, 2024, 7pm, at the Ayala Malls Manila Bay (Cinemas 2, 7, 9, and 10).
Tickets to the screening will be distributed on a first-come, first-served
basis two hours before the screening schedule at the 5/F Cinemalaya Counter
near the Ayala Malls ticketing booth.
DitO. A Yuki
Takashi film, tells the story of a father chasing glory in the boxing ring and
his daughter who he reunites with after years of being apart. It is a story of
an awkward yet growing bond and the renewal of a familial relationship.
Filipino actors Mon Confiado, Lou Veloso, Lesley Lina, Buboy Villar and boxing
legend Manny Pacquiao bring to life the story. The film screening is in
partnership with The Japan Foundation, Manila, and will be shown on August 7,
2024, 2PM at Ayala Malls Manila Bay (Cinema 2). Visit Japan Foundation Facebook
page for the details on DitO Special Screening Early-Bird Prize Giveaway.
TRIBUTE TO TEDDY CO
SCREENING OF SHORT FILMS. Cinemalaya pays tribute to curator and film archivist
Teddy Co, with special screening of selected Cinemalaya short films - City of
Flowers by Xeph Suarez, Si Oddie by Kydlee Torato, Duwa-duwa by Nena Jane
Achacoso, See you, George by Mark Moneda, and Handum nga Nasulat sa Baras by
Arlie Sweet Sumagaysay and Richard Jeroui Salvadico. Co had been a long-time
member of the Cinemalaya Selection Committee and a regional cinema advocate.
Catch the free screening on August 7, 2024, 1PM at the Metropolitan Theater.
Get the tickets at: https://tinyurl.com/cinemalaya20tributetoteddyco
RIZAL. The
digitally remastered Jose Rizal will be screened on August 7, 4pm, at the
Metropolitan Theater. The special screening is in partnership with GMA Picture.
Directed by National Artist Marilou Diaz and co-written by National Artist
Ricky Lee. The film reflects through a series of non-linear flashbacks,
the various aspects of Rizal’s life - as writer, propagandist, lover, friend,
brother, doctor, and the man that inspired a revolution. Actor Cesar Montano
takes the titular role.
ASEDILLO. Fans of Da
King can enjoy the special screening of a digitally remastered Asedillo on
August 9, 2024, 1PM at the Metropolitan Theater. Directed by Celso Ad Castillo,
the film is based on the true-to-life story of Teodoro Asedillo, an idealistic
school teacher who became a revolutionary leader against the American
Commonwealth government. The film screening pays homage to National Artist
Fernando Poe Jr.
For more
information, visit the CCP website (www.culturalcenter.gov.ph) and the Cinemalaya website (www.cinemalaya.org). Follow the official CCP and Cinemalaya
Facebook pages and other social media accounts on X, Instagram, and TikTok.
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