FDCP’s Local Funding Program Opens 2022 Cycle for Development, Production, and Post-Production

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In continuing its support to the development of quality Filipino films, CreatePHFilms, the film funding program of the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) returns with another cycle to provide assistance to Filipino filmmakers in the development and production of their films.

CreatePHFilms 2022 Cycle 1 announced its Call for Applications open from December 3, 2021 to March 3, 2022 with five funding programs for mid-length or feature films that could be fiction, documentary, or animation:

 

●      Scriptwriting - A selective and non-recoupable fund of PHP 100,000.00 per project for Filipino scriptwriters or filmmakers

 

●      Project Development - A selective and non-recoupable fund of PHP 200,000.00 per project for Filipino production companies

 

●      Small Budget Production - A selective and recoupable fund of PHP 1 million for Filipino production companies

 

●      Large Budget Production - A selective equity investment fund of PHP 3 million up to PHP 5 million for Filipino production companies

 

●      Post-Production - A selective fund and recoupable fund of PHP 300,000 to be applied for by the Filipino production company

 

Eligible applicants must be accredited by the FDCP’s National Registry and eligible projects must be directed by a Filipino. Additionally, 100 percent of the fund must be spent in the Philippines for qualified production expenses.

“While the local film industry is still recovering from the setbacks brought by the pandemic, CreatePHFilms is among our programs that would hopefully encourage more of our Filipino filmmakers and producers to continue with the development and production of their projects. There are so many stories worth telling from the Philippines, and through our public funding support, we look forward to their production so we may share them both locally and internationally,” said FDCP Chairperson and CEO Liza Diño.

Last 2021 Cycle, FDCP awarded PHP 17.3 million to 28 grantees: 10 for Scriptwriting, 6 for Project Development, 3 for Small Budget Production, 2 for Large Budget Production, 5 for Post-Production, and 2 for Film Distribution. 

Sundance Film Festival 2022 film entry Ang Pagbabalik ng Kwago by Martika Escobar and internationally-acclaimed film Whether the Weather is Fine (Kun Maupay Man It Panahon) by Carlo Francisco Manatad were part of the CreatePHFilms Cycle 1 of 2021 batch of grantees.

Launched in September 2020, CreatePHFilms aims to enhance the Filipino film industry’s reputation in global cinema by expanding economic opportunities for local workers and service providers.

For inquiries on how to apply for the CreatePHFilm Funds for Development (Script Development and Project Development), Production (Small Budget and Large Budget), and Post-Production, visit CREATEPHFILMS Program.

Sheraton Manila Bay offers relaxing room package for Christmas and New Year

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With Robinsons Place Manila, one of Manila’s biggest department stores right across the hotel, Sheraton Manila Bay proves to be the best location to beat the holiday rush. Shop for your Christmas goodies at the Sheraton Kiosk located at Robinson’s mall entrance, Padre Faura Wing then book a stay and take advantage of the hotel’s Holiday Escape Room Package until January 8, 2022. (except December 31).

Stay overnight for just Php 7,888++ for a Deluxe Room. Room packages are inclusive of daily breakfast for two persons, complimentary high-speed internet access, Pre-dinner cocktail or Noche Buena for two (when staying on the Dec 24), and access to swimming pool and fitness facilities.

Join the crowd in ushering 2022 with a New Year’s Eve Countdown Dinner at the Pacific Lounge on December 31, 2021. Don the best outfit and party starting 7:00 PM onwards. Enjoy heart-pumping DJ performance, sumptuous buffet spread of holiday favorites, and access to our rooftop countdown party with a glass of sparkling wine for only Php 2,888++ per person.

To make the celebration even special, the hotel is offering special New Year’s Eve Room Package valid on December 31, 2021 only. Stay overnight for just Php 9,888 ++ for a Deluxe Room and Php 13,888++ for a Junior Suite and get two (2) New Year’s Eve Countdown Dinner tickets at the Pacific Lounge, breakfast for two, complimentary high-speed internet access, and access to swimming pool and fitness facilities.

To complete your Sheraton Holiday experience, the hotel will also host a special Christmas Brunch on December 25 at Pacific Lounge for only Php 1,188++ per person and a New Year’s Day Brunch to kick start the year for only Php 1,188++ per person. Brunch at Pacific Lounge starts from 11AM to 2PM.

For reservations, please call +632 5318 0788 or email reservations.manilabay@sheraton.com. All quoted rates are subject to room availability. Check our 2021 Holiday E-brochure at bit.ly/Sheraton Eco Christmas

Sheraton Manila Bay is located at M. Adriatico cor. Gen. Malvar Streets, Malate, Manila. For reservation please call +632 5318 0788, 0917 583 7294, 0917 583 7326, or email reservations.manilabay@sheraton.com. Like us on Facebook and Instagram @sheratonmanilabay and Twitter at @sheratonmnlbay.

Rebisco Volleyball Academy launched

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To play at an elite level in international competitions and ultimately score a podium finish has always been the country’s volleyball dream.

But to become elite in any sport, the effort must begin in the grassroots.

Thus Republic Biscuit Corporation (Rebisco), a committed supporter of Philippine volleyball, launched the Rebisco Volleyball Academy to train coaches and game officials on international coaches and refereeing standards to put them at par with their counterparts in other countries in Asia and the world.

The snacks and biscuits company believes that the development and competitiveness of volleyball athletes are due to the quality of coaching and officiating in the schools. Thus, coaches and referees must learn concepts, skills, and modern, scientific approaches for the game consistent with international standards.

The 5-day courses for volleyball coaches and referees had a pilot run in Naga City, Tacloban City, and Cagayan De Oro City last March and April. Four more courses were conducted in October and November in Numancia, Aklan; Dauis, Bohol; Infanta, Quezon and Morong, Rizal in response to LGU requests.

Over 200 coaches and 200 referees benefited from the courses conducted by volleyball experts. They were conducted in person, endorsed by local government units, and approved by the IATF. Strict health and safety protocols were followed.

Theory courses highlighting scientific research, game trends, new philosophies, and concepts were shared with coaches who were oriented based on a unified system for volleyball coaches’ training worldwide. Coaches were also given the opportunity to exchange views and experiences with trainers and fellow coaches.

Referees meanwhile participated in drills and on-court activities that improved their technical abilities, perceptive responses, and judgment decisions. They were also given the most comprehensive interpretation of game rules.

“We learned new skills, new tactics, and new rules that will help us a lot in handling our players and in refereeing the game. All that we learned from Day 1 to Day 5 we will take to heart and put into practice when we go back to our schools. We thank Rebisco for this opportunity. This is only the beginning,” said Coach Lutchina Tabuso of Timoteo Reyes Memorial School in Morong, Rizal.

“We are happy that the Rebisco Volleyball Academy is now a reality. It is the fulfillment of a grassroots program approved by the Philippine Sports Commission that aims to, among other things, develop a pool of people with technical volleyball know-how who can teach and improve the level of competition in their respective areas,” explained Noric Ng, Business Unit Head of Rebisco.

“The Academy will fire up volleyball enthusiasm in the provinces after the long hiatus from the pandemic. Ultimately, we hope to attain our long-term goal of being able to compete at a higher level locally and abroad,” Ng added.