To further promote the entries participating in this year’s film festival, the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) organized a Grand Media and Fan Con, which served as a vibrant platform for filmmakers and cast members to engage with fans.
The gathering, held at the Quantum Skyview Gateway Mall 2 in Araneta City, provided a venue for producers to showcase trailers, behind-the-scenes footages, and other promotional materials related to their films.
Trailers for each 10 MMFF entries were shown to the members of the press and mall goers, including snippets that gave audiences a sneak peek into what they can expect when they watch the 10 entries for the 50th edition of MMFF: “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”.
“The Grand Media and Fan Con was conducted to generate excitement among the public for the film festival’s 10 entries.”
MMDA and MMFF Overall Concurrent Chairman Atty. Don Artes said the Grand Media and Fan Con was conducted to generate excitement of the public for the film festival’s 10 entries.
“Maraming bigating artista na magbibigay ningning sa golden edition ng ating film festival.”
“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,” said Artes during the Grand Media and Fan Con.
A wide array of stars from different films participating in this year’s MMFF also graced the event that boosted the excitement among the audience. Judy Ann Santos, Carlo Aquino, Dennis Trillo, Francine Diaz, Sylvia Sanchez, Mylene Dizon, Eugene Domingo, Gladys Reyes, Chanda Romero, were among the celebrities who attended the event.
Creating a participatory environment, the event also allowed the audience to interact with the film producers and cast members, learn more about the film entries, and meet-and-greet their favorite stars.
During the event, film producers, directors, and actors were able to discuss their films’ themes, production processes, and challenges faced during filming.
Promotional activities such as giveaways, contests, and opportunities for fans to take photos with celebrities took place.
The festival will run from December 25, 2024, to January 7, 2025, with a lineup that promises to captivate and entertain, reinforcing the MMFF’s role in nurturing and celebrating Philippine cinema.
