The QCinema International Film Festival (QCinema) and the Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) have officially launched a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening support for film industry programs and initiatives that advance Philippine cinema.
In a recent meeting, FAP Director-General Paolo Villaluna, QCinema Industry Head Liza Diño, QCinema Film Foundation President Manet Dayrit, and QCinema Artistic Director Ed Lejano discussed a shared vision for collaboration and capacity-building within the local film community.
A major highlight of this partnership is FAP’s funding support for QCinema 2025, which includes contributions to festival programming and residency programs designed to nurture the skills of emerging Filipino filmmakers and screen professionals.
“Given the rising contributions of Philippine cinema to the global film community, putting forth initiatives that drive professional development and film education is crucial,” said Liza Diño. “For our local screen talent to showcase their skills to the nation and beyond, we must first nurture their educational needs. This is the reasoning behind our strategic partnership.”
The collaboration will also extend to one of QCinema Industry 2025’s flagship programs, the Asian Next Wave Film Forum (ANWFF). Director-General Villaluna, along with leaders from various Philippine film guilds, will join the forum’s industry panels and roundtable discussions, offering institutional insights into the current landscape of Philippine cinema and fostering regional cooperation across Southeast Asia.
As part of the partnership, FAP will host a dedicated event during QCinema 2025 on November 18, titled “FAP Night.” The event will serve as the official introduction to FAP’s revitalized programs and affiliated guild initiatives, while also celebrating the contributions of industry professionals across disciplines.
The QCinema Industry 2025 will run from November 18 to 23, 2025.
For more information about QCinema Industry 2025, please contact [email protected]
