August 21 ------ The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), under its government mandate, leads the Philippine Film Industry Month (PFIM). In its fourth year, PFIM 2024 promises an unforgettable tribute to the nation's cinematic heritage, with the theme "Tuloy ang Tradisyon ng Pelikulang Pilipino," honoring the legacies of National Artists for Film, especially marking the 100th birth anniversary of Eddie Romero. Throughout September, the FDCP will bring the nation together through a series of film screenings, events, and new initiatives designed to showcase the cultural and historical importance of these cinematic icons.
The Philippine Film Industry Month will commence with a special screening of Eddie Romero's 1980 period drama film "Aguila" and a mini-exhibit for Eddie Romero at the historic Metropolitan Theater on September 1. This event is in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Metropolitan Theater with the support of FPJ Productions. "Through this special tribute, the FDCP aims to pay homage to Romero's cinematic legacy that continues to inspire contemporary Filipino filmmakers and audiences," said FDCP Chairman and CEO Jose Javier Reyes in a press conference. From September 4 to 27, the FDCP Cinematheque Centers will be honoring the masterpieces of national film legends through "Pamanang Pelikula."
The FDCP will present classic films by National Artists at Cinematheque Centers in Manila, Iloilo, Negros, Davao, and Nabunturan, with accompanying talkbacks.
On September 4, Cinematheque Centre Manila will host an exhibit and screening of canonical works that significantly contributed to Philippine cinema. The films to be screened at Cinematheque Centres nationwide are "Aguila" directed by Eddie Romero; "Anak Dalita" by Lamberto Avellana; "Ang Panday" directed by Fernando Poe, Jr.; "Bulaklak ng City Jail" directed by Mario O'Hara and top-billed by Nora Aunor; "Genghis Khan" by Manuel Conde; "Karnal" directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya and written by Ricky Leel "Manila by Night" directed by Ishmael Bernal; "Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag" directed by Lino Brocka; "Moises Padilla Story" directed by Gerry de Leon; and "Perfumed Nightmares" directed by Kidlat Tahimik. "It's about time that we reintroduce these National Artists to the audience. We believe that without giving due recognition to tradition can we not find any direction for the future of Philippine cinema," Reyes noted. "We believe that the audience should be aware of the major contributions of these National Artists so that the next generation of Filipino filmmakers will have a sense of perspective and direction for the future of Philippine cinema," he continued.
The Philippine Film Industry Month Gala Night, the highlight of Philippine Film Industry Month, will honor National Artists for Film with special performances by celebrities and celebrate industry milestones with filmmakers, luminaries, and officials on September 13 at the Teatrino Promenade. The rest of the activities laid out for the Philippine Film Industry Month 2024 include:
Films for Peace Opening at Intramuros Centro de Turismo on September 14, with a special screening of Mario O'Hara's "Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos." Films for Peace recognizes film as a powerful tool to promote conflict resolution, cultural dialogue, and social justice. Films for Peace screenings at Cinematheque Centers on September 15 to 21. The Films for Peace lineup features Marilou Diaz-Abaya's "Bagong Buwan," Sheron Dayoc's Women of the Weeping River, and Mario O'Hara's "Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos," screening nationwide at Cinematheque Centers. On September 15, Cinematheque Center Nabunturan will host a panel with Mindanaoan filmmakers and a screening of Kip Oebanda's "Liway," focusing on cinema's role in promoting conflict resolution and social cohesion.
Source: manilatimes.net
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