The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) kicked off the promotion for its 50th edition with a Grand Media and Fan Con last Friday, offering cast members and filmmakers the opportunity to connect with fans and build anticipation for this year’s lineup.
Held at the Quantum Skyview of Gateway Mall 2 in Cubao, the event served as a venue for producers to unveil trailers, behind-the-scenes footage, and other promotional content for the festival’s 10 entries.
The featured films for this milestone edition include “The Kingdom,” “Topakk,” “Espantaho,” “And the Breadwinner Is…,” “Uninvited,” “Hold Me Close,” “Green Bones,” “Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital,” “Isang Himala,” and “My Future You.”
Trailers were screened for the media and mallgoers for an exclusive first look at the themes and genres that await audiences this holiday season.
MMDA and MMFF overall chair Atty. Don Artes emphasized the significance of the event in generating excitement for Filipino cinema.
“Nakita natin ang trailers at mga istorya na tampok sa 50th edition ng MMFF. Maraming bigating artista na magbibigay ningning sa golden edition ng ating film festival. Suportahan natin ang 10 pelikula ng MMFF, ang Pelikulang Pilipino. Suportahan natin lahat ng mga entries. Magkita-kita tayo sa mga sinehan simula December 25,” he said.
The event featured an impressive turnout of stars from participating films, including Judy Ann Santos, Chanda Romero, Carlo Aquino, Dennis Trillo, Francine Diaz, Mylene Dizon, Eugene Domingo, Gladys Reyes and Sylvia Sanchez.
Fans were treated to interactive activities such as giveaways, contests, and meet-and-greet opportunities with celebrities. Producers, directors, and actors also engaged the audience in discussions about their films’ narratives, production journeys, and the challenges they faced during filming.
The MMFF’s golden edition runs from December 25, 2024 to January 7, 2025 nationwide.
