The QCinema International Film Festival has announced QCinema Industry 2026, its official industry platform, set to run from November 18 to 20 as part of the festival’s broader program from November 14 to 23.
Leading this year’s edition is acclaimed filmmaker and producer Quark Henares, who takes on the role of Head of QCinema Industry. Henares will steer a program focused on meaningful dialogue, professional development, and cross-border collaboration—creating opportunities for filmmakers to engage with both local and international industry leaders.
“I’m very proud and excited to join the QCinema team. It’s my favorite festival in the region, and over the years I’ve been fortunate to be part of it in different ways—as a sponsor, panelist, juror, and even DJ. Officially joining the team feels like finally being accepted into a club I’ve wanted to be part of for years. We have major plans for this year’s industry program, and I can’t wait to share them with everyone,” said Henares.
QCinema Industry brings together filmmakers, producers, film commissions, government agencies, UNESCO Creative Cities, guilds, cultural institutions, and private-sector partners to exchange ideas, forge connections, and strengthen the future of screen storytelling in the Philippines and across Asia.
Among the key additions this year is ScreenQC Talks, a new flagship conversation series that succeeds the Asian Next Wave Film Forum. Named after the QCinema Screen Commission, the platform underscores Quezon City’s commitment to supporting filmmakers beyond the festival circuit through industry development, education, and international exchange. The series will convene filmmakers, producers, executives, and creative leaders to unpack the cultural, technological, creative, and commercial forces reshaping cinema today.
The program will also introduce Dokyu Days, a dedicated forum for documentary filmmaking that explores the opportunities, challenges, and evolving realities of nonfiction storytelling.
Rounding out the program are masterclasses from acclaimed local and international practitioners, alongside in-depth case studies that pull back the curtain on notable films and productions. Together, they offer practical insights into the creative decisions, production strategies, and industry realities that bring stories from development to screen.
