The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) kicked off the 4th Philippine Film Industry Month (PFIM) with a tribute to National Artist for Film Eddie Romero on September 1 at the Metropolitan Theater. Themed “Tuloy ang Tradisyon ng Pelikulang Pilipino,” the event celebrated the enduring legacy of Philippine cinema.
Attendees explore the mini-exhibit of Romero’s legacy.
A free screening of Romero’s critically acclaimed 1980 film “Aguila” drew a full house, accompanied by a mini-exhibit showcasing his contributions to the industry, marking the start of the month-long celebration.
Relatives of Eddie Romero and actress Chanda Romero
In his opening remarks, FDCP Chairperson and CEO Jose Javier Reyes highlighted the significance of honoring National Artists in shaping the future of Filipino filmmaking, ” By valuing the works of National Artists, we can understand the possible direction of Filipino cinema and the next generation of filmmakers.”
FDCP Chairperson and CEO Jose Javier Reyes
Vice President of the FPJ Productions Jeffrey Sonora talks about the restoration of ‘Aguila.’
Joel Saracho of the Aktor PH
Jeffrey Sonora, Vice President of FPJ Productions, shared insights into the restoration process of “Aguila” in collaboration with the Philippine Film Archive (PFA), ensuring Romero’s work remains accessible to future generations.
The screening was attended by the relatives of Romero, including veteran actress and “Aguila” cast member, Chanda Romero. Also present were representatives from the Filipino Screenwriters Guild, Film Academy of the Philippines, Aktor PH, Directors’ Guild of the Philippines, Society of Filipino Archivists for Film, ABS-CBN Film Restoration, Academic Film Society, and members of the press.
The PFIM 2024 opening ceremony was hosted by Kakki Teodoro and presented by the FDCP in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Metropolitan Theater with the support from FPJ Productions.
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