MANILA, Philippines — Filipino films continue to carve their niche in global filmmaking industry, as seen in the recently concluded Cannes Film Festival, where Filipino director Lav Diaz’s "The Halt" ("Ang Hupa") was part of the Director’s Fortnight. As such, the 24th French Film Festival will continue its annual tradition of paying tribute to Filipino cinema on Philippine Independence Day, June 12. The Filipino films will be shown in Greenbelt 3 Cinemas, Makati City from noon to 8 p.m. on June 12. The audiovisual sector continues to be a dynamic sector of cooperation between France and the Philippines. Experts from the French National Center for Cinema and the Annecy International Animation Festival and Market are already sharing their knowledge and best practices with Filipino professionals in the field.

Source: Philippine Star June 04, 2019 07:30 UTC