CINEMALAYA 21 PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL 2025
CINEMALAYA 21 PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL 2025
CINEMALAYA 21
PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL 2025
PRESENTED BY:
Cultural Center of the Philippines and
Cinemalaya Foundation, Inc., in cooperation with
Film Development Council of the Philippines, Shangri-La Plaza, Ayala Malls, and Gateway Cineplex
DATE/VENUE:
October 3 to 12, 2025
CCP @ Shangri-La Plaza – Cinema 1, Cinema 2, Cinema 3,
Gateway Cineplex — Cinema 11, Cinema 12, Cinema 16, Cinema 17
Ayala Malls Cinemas – Manila Bay, Circuit Makati, UP Town Center, & Market Market
DESCRIPTION:
For its 21st edition, the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival embarks on a new journey with the theme “Cinemalaya 21: Layag sa Alon, Hangin, at Unos.” Showcasing 10 full-length and 10 short films in competition, this year’s festival celebrates the creativity and resilience of Filipino filmmakers who continue to navigate and reshape the evolving currents of Philippine cinema. Committed to being a beacon of exceptional visual storytelling, Cinemalaya amplifies diverse voices and daring visions that boldly sail beyond the mainstream.
Expanding its reach, Cinemalaya partners with Red Carpet Cinemas by Shangri-La Plaza, joining Ayala Malls and Gateway Cineplex as key venues. Audiences can also experience the 37th Gawad CCP Para sa Alternatibong Pelikula at Video, alongside a rich lineup of sections that honor independent voices and fresh perspectives. Two decades on, Cinemalaya remains a vital vessel for stories that ignite imagination, celebrate diversity, and fuel the enduring spirit of Philippine cinema.
FESTIVAL COMPONENTS:
Full-Length Films
- BLOOM WHERE YOU ARE PLANTED by Nonilon Abao
- CHILD NO. 82 by Tim Rone Villanueva
- CINEMARTYRS by Sari Dalena
- HABANG NILALAMON NG HYDRA ANG KASAYSAYAN by Dustin Celestino
- PADAMLÁGAN by Jenn Romano
- PAGLILITIS by Cheska Marfori and Raymund Barcelon
- OPEN ENDINGS by Nigel Santos and Keavy Vicente
- REPUBLIKA NG PIPOLIPINAS by Renei Dimla
- RAGING by Ryan Machado
- WARLA by Kevin Alambra
Full-Length Films Information Sheets
Short Films
Set A
- PLEASE KEEP THIS COPY by Miguel Lorenzo Peralta
- ASCENSION FROM THE OFFICE CUBICLE by Hannah Silvestre
- HASANG by Daniel de la Cruz
- RADIKALS by Arvin Belarmino
- THE NEXT 24 HOURS by Carl Joseph Papa
Set B
- KAY BASTA ANGKARABO YAY BAGAY IBAT HA LANGIT by Marie Estela Paiso
- KUNG TUGNAW ANG KAIDALMAN SANG LAWOD by Seth Andrew Blanca
- FIGAT by Handiong Kapuno
- WATER SPORTS by Whammy Alcazaren
- I’M BEST LEFT INSIDE MY HEAD by Elian Idioma
Short Films Information Sheets
Other Festival Components
- Cinemalaya Live Events: Opening and Closing Ceremonies, Cinemalaya Awards Night
- 37th Gawad CCP Para sa Alternatibong Pelikula at Video: the longest-running independent film competition of its kind in the ASEAN region
- Exhibits: filmmakers’ portraits, Cinemalaya alumni gallery, ephemera, and others
- Book Launches
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE (PDF) | FESTIVAL SCHEDULE (PNG)
TICKET INFORMATION:
Ticket Prices:
- Php 350 – Regular
- Php 250 – Student
20% Discount:
- Senior Citizens
- PWD
- Government & Military Personnel
- National Coaches & Athletes
Tickets will be AVAILABLE SOON at the following:
- Shangri-La Plaza: https://www.redcarpetattheshang.com/
- Ayala Malls Cinemas: https://www.sureseats.com/Default.asp
- Gateway Cineplex 18: https://www.gatewaycineplex18.com/
- Ticket2Me: https://www.ticket2me.net/
Festival Passes: P3,500
For questions and other inquiries, please email salesandpromotions@culturalcenter.gov.ph or contact the CCP Box Office at +63 931 033 0880
For more information, visit the Cinemalaya website (www.cinemalaya.org ). Follow the official CCP and Cinemalaya Facebook pages and other social media accounts on X, Instagram, and TikTok.
