09/07/2025
OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF MMFF 2025: FIRST FOUR ENTRIES ANNOUNCED*
MMFF 2025 Lineup Features Diverse Genres and Talents
The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) has officially kicked off its 51st edition with the announcement of its first four entries, showcasing a range of genres and featuring some of the biggest names in Philippine cinema.
The First Four Entries:
1. Call Me Mother: A Comedy-Drama Starring Vice Ganda and Nadine Lustre
2. Reconnect: A Family Drama Featuring Carmina Villa Roel, Gloria Diaz, and Gerald Anderson
3. Manila's Finest: A Crime Thriller Starring Piolo Pascual
4. Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins: A Horror Film with an Ensemble Cast
MMFF 2025: Celebrating Local Talent and Storytelling
The MMFF is a major event in the Philippine film industry, promoting local talent and storytelling. The selection committee has carefully chosen the first four entries based on artistic excellence, commercial appeal, Filipino cultural sensibility, and global appeal.
Festival Details:
- Starting Date: December 25, 2025
- Total Entries: 8 official entries, with 4 more to be selected from finished film submissions
- Deadline for Finished Film Submissions: September 15, 2025
*Government Support:*
The MMFF has received active promotion and support from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., highlighting the government's initiatives to boost the Philippine movie industry and its workforce. Proceeds from the festival will benefit various film industry stakeholders, including the Movie Workers Welfare Foundation (Mowelfund) and the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP).