The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) celebrates 50 years of Filipino cinema this year. Sparkle Artists are taking the stage with their standout performances in some of the season's most anticipated films.

Ruru Madrid and Sofia Pablo star in Green Bones, delivering exceptional performances that keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

Green Bones follows the story of soon-to-be-released prisoner Domingo Zamora (Dennis Trillo), who was incarcerated for the murder of his sister. His release is put in jeopardy by newly assigned prison guard Xavier Gonzaga (Ruru Madrid), who makes it his personal mission to keep Zamora behind bars.

The inspirational and heart-wrenching drama touches on the belief that finding green bones in a person’s remains is proof of one’s goodness in life. Ruru Madrid’s character Xavier, jaded from the tragic death of his own sister in a senseless crime, does not believe criminals could hold such a bone in their body. 

In Himala, the iconic musical adaptation of the Filipino classic, Aicelle Santos brings her vocal talent and emotional depth to the role, giving a fresh and powerful interpretation of this beloved story.

"Himala" tackles themes of faith and truth. The film follows a woman named Elsa in the small town of Cupang. The Virgin Mary allegedly appears as an apparition to Elsa, and she becomes a savior who heals the sick and is believed to be behind the miracle of making it rain in their town which has been suffering from a long drought.

Kokoy De Santos also shines in his roles in Topakk and And The Breadwinner Is, proving once again that his talent knows no bounds. Kokoy’s versatile performances continue to captivate audiences and highlight his talent as a rising star in Filipino cinema.

Topakk tells the story of an ex-special forces operative named Miguel (Arjo Atayde) who’s forced to confront his PTSD after crossing paths with Weng (Julia Montes) and Bogs (Kokoy de Santos), who have been on a cat-and-mouse chase from a police death squad. Meanwhile, And The Bread Winner Is is a drama-comedy movie for and about breadwinners as it explores their joys, pains, struggles, and realizations.

As the MMFF celebrates 50 years of Filipino cinema, Sparkle Artists are proud to be part of this exciting milestone.