The film’s impact could’ve been as big as a 𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳, but there’s just no emotional attachment BAHAY, BABOY, BAGYO Rating: 1/5 The Manila Film Festival 2024 has a total of 12 new short films—divided This short film is part of the SET B films. Cerbito, Arkin Torres, Sharon Ceneta Presented by: TMFF 2024 Release Date: June 5-11, 2024 for The Manila Film

And this film gives plenty of tearjerker moments. The film doesn’t overwhelm you with intricate details, yet it doesn’t hold back in sharing heartfelt Sometimes, the film holds back information, unveiling them later to create more impact. Given its values and mindset, this family and this film deserve all the cheers and support they can get

RANKING FOR ALL THE SHORT FILMS OF CINE NATIONALE 2026 Note that this is not in any way related to the Estrella, Gabby Abad, Lhoi Ocasion, Bernardo Loiaga Screenplay by: Rich Agura Presented by: Salaysinag Films It’s actually quite fitting for the film. Ben&Ben’s “Leaves” suits the film’s mood, but it does not truly fit the characters’ situation. This film constantly screams “acting performance,” filled with contrived, melodramatic moments from start

Pinikas / Halved (2025) Written & Directed by: Cris Fuego Shot in Southern Leyte, the film captures breathtaking Avoiding the traps of poverty porn, the film balances hardship with subtle threads of joy and human resilience Further grounding the film in truth, VisMin locals make up the ensemble whose presence mirrors the real-life

In quiet moments, that’s when the film shines. The film capitalizes on it by adding sidequests that seem endless. All it takes is just one special moment, and suddenly you’re back to why the film hits you hard. The film comes full circle, concluding by going back to the beginning.

BALLAD OF A BLIND MAN Rating: 0/5 The Manila Film Festival 2024 has a total of 12 new short films—divided This short film is part of the SET B films. Macalia Presented by: Charlie Vitug Productions, TMFF 2024 Release Date: June 5-11, 2024 for The Manila Film

Let’s take a ride with this film to see its beauty. UNA’T HULING SAKAY Rating: 2/5 The Manila Film Festival 2024 has a total of 12 new short films—divided This short film is part of the SET A films. Nonie Buencamino Presented by: Sikad Production, TMFF 2024 Release Date: June 5-11, 2024 for The Manila Film

Built as a chilling lead-up to the film’s Philippine premiere, the attraction invites fans to physically a movie release for us — it’s an experience designed to pull audiences deeper into the world of the film Produced by A24, the film has quickly become one of the most talked-about horror releases of the year is a Philippine-based content company engaged in the production and Southeast Asian distribution of films It is also behind award-winning films including Isang Himala and Flower Girl, reflecting its commitment

UnTrue (2020) Directed by: Sigrid Andrea Bernardo You only have one question as you watch this film. With only 1 question in mind and 2 main characters on play, this film managed to keep the intensity level Both Xian and Cristine exude that talent to twist your minds more than once, making this film worth the UNTRUE Cast: Cristine Reyes, Xian Lim, Rhen Escaño Presented by: VIVA Films, The IdeaFirst Company Date

Only We Know (2025) Written & Directed by: Irene Emma Villamor This film needs to be experienced firsthand Loving this film doesn’t happen in an instant or at first sight. Nonetheless, this film gives us a world that breaks free from the constraints of a room. The beauty of this film is something everyone should know .

Set in the early 2000s, the film transports us to a time when the most important connection wasn’t the Whenever a montage appears, the aspect ratio changes, turning the film into an old-school music video Just like a rose, the film has its thorns but the beauty of it remains. The birth of this newest original Filipino film deserves to be celebrated. feels like a birthday whenever the world’s largest streaming platform releases an original Filipino film

SHORTEST DAY, LONGEST NIGHT Rating: 2/5 The Manila Film Festival 2024 has a total of 12 new short films—divided This short film is part of the SET A films. Cast: Vaughn Piczon, Adrian Lindayag Presented by: ANIMA Studios, The Manila Film Festival 2024 Release Date: June 5-11, 2024 for The Manila Film Festival 2024 at Robinsons Manila and Robinsons Magnolia A