The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) is gearing up for an exciting 51st edition, with Makati City officially chosen as this year’s host. This significant development coincides with the much-anticipated announcement of the first four official film entries, signaling a new era for Philippine cinema following last year's successful golden jubilee.
The first batch of entries, selected based on script submissions from a competitive pool of 23, promises a diverse range of genres, highlighting the creativity and versatility of Filipino filmmakers. The MMFF 2025 First Four Official Entries are:
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CALL ME MOTHER
Genre: Comedy Drama
Production: ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc., The Ideafirst Company, & Viva Communications, Inc.
Director: Jun Robles Lana
Scriptwriters: Daisy G. Cayanan, Daniel S. Saniana, and Jun Robles Lana
Lead Actors: Vice Ganda and NadineLustre
RECONNECT
Genre: Family Drama
Production: Reality MM Studios
Director: Jade Castro
Scriptwriters: Jericho Aguado, Leovic Arceta, and Kat Naval
Lead Actors: Carmina Villaroel, Gloria Diaz, Alexa Miro, Gerald Anderson, and Zoren Legaspi
MANILA’S FINEST
Genre: Crime Thriller
Production: Cignal TV, Inc.
Director: Rae Red
Scriptwriters: Michiko Yamamoto, Moira Lang, Sherad Anthony Sanchez
Lead Actor: Piolo Pascual
SHAKE, RATTLE & ROLL: EVIL ORIGINS
Genre: Horror
Production: Regal Entertainment, Inc.
Directors: Shugo Praico, Joey De Guzman, and Ian Loreños
Scriptwriters: Alex Castor, Onay Sales, and Gina Marissa Tagasa
Lead Actors: Ivana Alawi, Fyang Smith, Loisa Andalio, Ashley Ortega, Ysabel Ortega, Elijah Alejo, Carla Abellana, Marilyn Reynes, Janice de Belen, Francine Diaz, Kaila Estrada, Richard Gutierrez, Ryan Bang, Seth Fedelin, JM Ibarra and Dustin Yu
Building on Momentum and Presidential Support
According to MMDA and MMFF Concurrent Chairman Atty. Don Artes, the overwhelmingly positive reception of last year's golden jubilee has set a high bar for the 51st edition, and the MMFF Executive Committee is determined to build on that momentum.
"We promise an even more exciting and engaging experience for the filmmakers and moviegoers alike for the 51st edition of the MMFF. With the first batch of entries revealed, get ready for an exciting cinematic journey in December," said Artes during the grand launch and announcement event held at the Glorietta Palm Drive Activity Center, Makati City, on Tuesday afternoon (July 8).
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., as part of his administration's initiatives under the "Bagong Pilipinas" campaign, has been actively promoting and supporting the MMFF for its vital role in showcasing Filipino stories and cultural significance. The President and First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos are dedicated to boosting the Philippine movie industry and its workforce.
The MMFF's call for entries yielded a large number of submissions, with 23 scripts vying for a slot, resulting in a competitive selection process. The MMFF's selection committee, headed by Boots Anson-Rodrigo, carefully reviewed each submission based on criteria such as artistic excellence, commercial appeal, Filipino cultural sensibility, and global appeal.
These first four entries will form part of the official eight films slated for the 51st MMFF, which will be shown in cinemas nationwide starting December 25, Christmas Day. The remaining four entries will be selected from finished film submissions, with a deadline set for September 15, 2025.
Organized by the MMDA, the country's most anticipated MMFF is held during the Christmas season and is primarily aimed at promoting and enhancing the preservation of Philippine cinema. Proceeds from the MMFF benefit various entities in the film industry, including the Movie Workers Welfare Foundation (MOWELFUND), the Film Academy of the Philippines, the Motion Picture Anti-Film Piracy Council, the Optical Media Board, and the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP).
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