“Green Bones” Dominates at the 50th MMFF Awards, Capturing Top Honors

Manila, Philippines – The 50th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) celebrated Filipino cinema’s achievements with a glamorous awards night where “Green Bones” emerged as the standout film, sweeping several top awards and captivating audiences and critics alike. As the heavy favorite of the evening, “Green Bones” clinched the Best Picture award, solidifying its place in the festival’s storied history. The film’s unique approach to storytelling and powerful performances resonated deeply with the jury and the festival attendees. Director Maria Santos, the vision behind “Green Bones,” was honored with the Best Director award. Her direction was … Read more

“Yalla Parkour” Triumphs at DOC NYC, Capturing the Power of Resilience Through Gaza’s Parkour Scene

NEW YORK — The United States’ largest documentary festival, DOC NYC, recently concluded its 2024 edition, spotlighting stories that ranged from personal triumphs to urgent global issues, brought to life by filmmakers from around the globe. This year’s event, spread over nine days, engaged more than 20,000 attendees and over 1,500 filmmakers and industry guests in screenings and panel discussions in New York City. Among the numerous films vying for recognition, “Yalla Parkour” by Areeb Zuaiter, a vivid portrayal of young parkour athletes navigating the ravaged urban landscapes of Gaza, clinched the grand jury prize … Read more