MANILA, PHILIPPINES (UPDATED — JULY 19, 2023) — The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) licensed the rights to four new titles from Belgium, Austria, France, and the United Kingdom earlier this year which are now set for commercial release, in partnership with Ayala Cinemas, from August 23 to 29, 2023.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES (JUNE 16, 2023) — With the theme “Mga Kuwentong Mapagpalaya,” the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) celebrates Pride Month with Pelikulaya, a special showcase of LGBTQIA+-themed films that delve into the realities and stories of the members of the community which will run from June 23 to 30.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 05 JUNE 2023 — To provide education and training to Filipino talents through its Film School program, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) is launching a free workshop for working Filipino actors through its “Meisner Crash Course for Actors” project.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 26 MAY 2023 — The Philippine Film Archive (PFA) of the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) presents From the Archive: Pamanang Pelikula 2023, a special exhibition of classic and contemporary Filipino films in celebration of National Heritage Month, which will take place from May 26 to 27 at Cinematheque Centres in Manila, Iloilo, Davao, Nabunturan, and Negros.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 10 MAY 2023 — The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) is leading the Philippine delegation to Marché du Film 2023, the business arm of the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, which will be held in France from May 16 to 27.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 26 APRIL 2023 — In recognition of the outstanding contribution of local artists, filmmakers, and institutions to Philippine cinema and the cultural identity of Filipinos, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) held the first-ever annual awards event “Parangal ng Sining” on April 23 at Seda Hotel, Quezon City.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 21 APRIL 2023 — From over 100 submissions from all over the country, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) proudly announces the 10 official finalists of the 6th edition of Sine Kabataan Short Film Competition.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, APRIL 14, 2023 — For dedicating their lives in pursuit of mastering their craft and for their significant contributions to the development of Philippine Cinema, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) will confer the Lifetime Achievement Award to Ms. Vilma Santos, Mr. Nick Deocampo, Ms. Lily Yu Monteverde, and to Cinemalaya at the "Parangal ng Sining," an invitation-only event, which will be held on April 23 in Seda Hotel.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, APRIL 12, 2023 — Bringing local and international cinema closer to cinema enthusiasts and casual viewers, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) showcases local and foreign titles to its Cinematheque Centres across the country this April.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, APRIL 11, 2023 — To recognize their invaluable contribution to the Philippine Film Industry, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) is set to give the Annual Achievement Award to actors Dolly De Leon and Soliman Cruz and filmmaker Martika Escobar at the Parangal ng Sining which will be held on April 23 in Seda Hotel.