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Puregold CinePanalo and FDCP join forces to expand global opportunities for Filipino filmmakers

Published Jan 21, 2026 07:35 am

Now in its third year, the prestigious Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival has become a vital platform for Filipino filmmakers to access meaningful opportunities. This year, the festival makes a significant leap by partnering with the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP)—a collaboration that brings greater visibility, international screening avenues, and new ways to connect with audiences globally.

Chairman and CEO of the Film Development Council of the Philippines, Hon. Jose Javier Reyes, stands at the forefront of institutional efforts expanding access and visibility for Filipino films.
Chairman and CEO of the Film Development Council of the Philippines, Hon. Jose Javier Reyes, stands at the forefront of institutional efforts expanding access and visibility for Filipino films.

Guided by Puregold CinePanalo’s longstanding vision of “Panalo sa Husay” and strengthened by the FDCP’s renowned programs and resources, the festival continues to highlight exceptional Filipino stories and supports filmmakers in expanding their reach locally and internationally.

Via the FDCP’s Special Partnership Program (SPP), Puregold CinePanalo 2026 filmmakers can access concrete pathways for professional growth and broader exposure. These include screenings at FDCP Cinematheque Centres, visibility on JuanFlix: The FDCP Channel, and potential participation in FDCP international mission delegations—connecting their films to wider audiences and global industry networks.

Puregold Senior Marketing Manager Ivy Hayagan-Piedad emphasized the value of creating space where local creatives can grow. “This festival is about giving our very own filmmakers a platform where their creative abilities can be fully recognized,” she stated. “Puregold CinePanalo offers filmmakers the chance to gain exposure, reach audiences internationally, and hone their skills. We're particularly excited about the fresh perspectives and heart that this year's entries will offer, as well as our collaboration with the FDCP, which opens up even more chances for development and recognition.”

Puregold Senior Marketing Manager Ivy Hayagan-Piedad and CinePanalo festival director Chris Cahilig
Puregold Senior Marketing Manager Ivy Hayagan-Piedad and CinePanalo festival director Chris Cahilig

FDCP Chairman and CEO Jose Javier Reyes echoed the festival’s growing influence on Philippine cinema. “Even though it has just been on for a number of years, right now, CinePanalo has proven itself to be an important venue for the development of the voice of Philippine cinema,” Reyes said. “It is in CinePanalo that we are able to discover the next generation of Filipino filmmakers.”

This partnership between the Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival and the Film Development Council of the Philippines offers filmmakers tangible support to broaden their presence and gain recognition in the industry. By leveraging FDCP-supported platforms, curated screenings, and international programs, participants can share their work with new audiences, engage with professional networks, and further develop their craft. These initiatives allow Puregold CinePanalo to further support talented filmmakers and share the richness of Filipino cinema worldwide.

The upcoming Puregold CinePanalo 2026 will be held at Gateway Cineplex 18 and at select Ayala Cinemas in Metro Manila, featuring seven full-length films and 20 student short films. This lineup promises to deliver fresh panalo sa husay stories that reflect the depth and diversity of Pinoy creativity, while giving filmmakers a platform to be celebrated on both national and international stages.

For more information on the Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival, you may stay updated through the official Festival Facebook page at facebook.com/puregoldcinepanalo.

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