MANILA, PHILIPPINES — The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) continues to champion global storytelling with A Curation of World Cinema, an annual showcase of internationally acclaimed films that promises to transport Filipino audiences to different cultures, perspectives, and visual landscapes.
More than just a screening program, this initiative underscores FDCP’s commitment to bridging the local film industry with the global stage, cultivating a deeper appreciation for the artistry of cinema in all its forms.
The 2025 World Cinema Lineup
● The Seed of the Sacred Fig (2024) by Mohammad Rasoulof
● Flow (2024) by Gints Zilbalodis
● Dahomey (2024) by Mati Diop
● Bird (2024) by Andrea Arnold
● Black Dog (2024) by Guan Hu
● A Traveler’s Needs (2024) by Hong Sang-soo
● Young Hearts (2024) by Anthony Schattemen
Release Dates:
March 5:
The Seed of the Sacred Fig, Flow, & Dahomey
March 12:
Bird, Black Dog, A Traveler’s Needs, & Young Hearts
These films will be screened in select cinemas nationwide, including:
● Ayala Manila Bay
● Ayala Market! Market!
● Ayala Fairview Terraces
● Ayala Central Bloc
● SM Mall of Asia
● SM Megamall
● SM North EDSA
● SM Southmall
● SM Seaside Cebu
● SM Clark
● SM Davao
● Robinsons Magnolia
● Robinsons Galleria Ortigas
● Robinsons Galleria Cebu
● Robinsons Manila
● Power Plant Cinema
● Cinema ’76
● Gateway Cineplex
● Shangri-la Red Carpet
● Megaworld Newport
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