Cover Photo: Tsumasaburo Bando Productions / Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Tsumasaburo Bando Productions / Wikimedia Commons
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Watch six classic silent films and nine short films accompanied by original musical scores from local bands and musicians online at the International Silent Film Festival Manila 2021 from November 24 to December 3, 2021
This year, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), the Japan Foundation, Manila, the Embassy of Italy with the Philippine Italian Association, the Instituto Cervantes, the British Council in the Philippines, the Goethe-Institut, and the Embassy of France present the 15th edition of the International Silent Film Festival online with pride.
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In celebration of the festival’s 15th year, the opening ceremony hosted by the Japan Foundation will be held at the newly renovated Manila Metropolitan Theatre no less—the architectural gem built during the “silent films era” in the Philippines. This will be followed by the screening of the Futagawa Buntaro’s action film, Orochi (Serpent) with the Munimuni band performing the score in the background.
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People at home can still join the festival which will feature six classic silent films from France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Spain and the United Kingdom, nine short films produced by FDCP to represent the Philippines—all accompanied by original musical scores made by local bands and musicians—and international round table webinars which may be accessed online.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
November 25
- 3pm: Carceleras (1922) by José Buchs
- 5pm: Panel discussion on “How to Watch a Silent Movie” which will feature speakers from Spain, Italy, and Japan.
- 7pm: Pinocchio (1911), directed by Giulio Antamoro
November 26
- 3pm: Dr Wise on Influenza (1919)
- 5pm: Panel discussion on “Restoration and Reinventions in Film Archives”
- 7pm: Das Wachsfigurenkabinett / The Waxworks (1924) directed by Paul Leni and Leo Birinski
November 27
- 3pm: The Foreman
- 5pm: Masterclass on the “History of Silent Films in the Philippines”
- 7pm: Orochi (Serpent) by Futagawa Buntaro
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November 28-30
- All films will be available “On-Demand” on the FDCP Channel
December 1-3
- Ang Tatlong Hambog by Sari Katharyn
- Ing Tianak by EJ Gagui and Marienel Calma
- Alingasngas Ng Mga Kuliglig by Vahn Leinard C. Pascual
- Ang Pagsuyo sa Paru-Paro ng Gabi by Racquel De Guzman Morilla
- Dikit by Gabriela Serrano
- Ha-Ha-Hambog by Kate Torralba and Jopie Sanchez
- I Need More Than Tofu and Other Vegetables by Hector Barretto Calma
- Putol (The Cut) by Nikolas Red
- Ang Pagdadalaga Ng Dalagang Bukid by Jose Carlos Soliongco
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There will also be an awarding ceremony on the closing night of the International Silent Film Festival Manila.
The International Silent Film Festival Manila 2021 will be screened online via the FDCP Channel. For more information on the schedule and inquiries, please check this Facebook Page.
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Christine Andas is a features writer and the style lead of Tatler Philippines. She mostly covers style-related content but enjoys writing about space, sneakers, and her favourite stars. She acquired a master's degree in Creative Writing at the University of Santo Tomas and has written young adult short stories which can be read online.
