MMFF 2022 official entries revealed
THE 48th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) completes its eight official entries by selecting the four finished films from a record high of 22 film submissions.
The esteemed members of the Selection Committee headed by Boots Anson-Rodrigo chose the Top 8 based on the following criteria – Artistic Excellence 40%, Commercial Appeal 40%, Filipino Cultural Values 10%, and Global Appeal 10%.
These include “Deleter” by Viva Communications Inc,. “Family Matters” by Cineko Production, Inc., “Mamasapano Now It Can Be Told” by Borracho Film Productions, and “My Father, Myself” by 3:16 Media Network for finished film formats.
In July, the first four official entries based on script submissions were “Labyu with an Accent” by ABS-CBN Film Productions, “Nananahimik ang Gabi” by Rein Entertainment Productions, “Partners in Crime” by ABS-CBN Film Productions, and “The Teacher” by Ten 17 P.
Rodrigo said members of the selection committee heavily deliberated on all of the entries, following the rules and judging them as films.
“It is a collegial decision of a deliberative body,” said Rodrigo.
With this year’s message, “Balik Saya sa MMFF 2022” the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and MMFF Concurrent Acting Chairman Engr. Carlo Dimayuga III urged moviegoers to support the festival, which has been part of the Filipinos’ Christmas tradition over the years.
“Let us watch the MMFF in theaters once more. We are happy with the list of entries, which has a wide mix of genres. We are excited and looking forward to MMFF 2022 becoming a success,” said Dimayuga.
Dimayuga said the production can now start its promotional efforts, which will be highlighted by the “Parade of Stars” to be hosted by Quezon City.
The 48th MMFF will run from December 25, 2022 to January 7, 2023 back into theaters nationwide, observing the required health protocols. The “Gabi Ng Parangal” will be on December 27.
