The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) has completed the review and classification of all eight official entries to the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), finishing the process on Thursday, December 11—exactly two weeks before Christmas. The screenings and evaluations were conducted under the leadership of MTRCB Chairperson and CEO Lala Sotto,... Continue Reading →
MTRCB rates ‘100 Awit Para Kay Stella’, ‘Magellan’ among this week’s cinema lineup
Two proudly-made Filipino films lead this week’s lineup as the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) approved the public exhibition of “100 Awit Para Kay Stella' and 'Magellan,' headlining a diverse roster of local and international movies now showing in cinemas nationwide. “100 Awit Para Kay Stella,” starring Bela Padilla, JC Santos and... Continue Reading →
Filipino films ‘Mudrasta’ and ‘Post House’ lead this week’s MTRCB-approved lineup
Two Filipino films, “Mudrasta: Ang Beking Ina” and “Post House,” will headline this week’s roster of movies approved for release by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB). The comedy-drama “Mudrasta: Ang Beking Ina,” starring veteran actor Roderick Paulate and produced by CreaZion Studios, has been rated R-13, suitable for ages 13 and... Continue Reading →
CinePanalo unveils award winners, extends film festival until March 26
'Under a Piaya Moon' and 'Last Shift' won top awards at the inaugural Puregold CinePanalo Awards Night on March 16 at Gateway Cineplex 18. Celebrating both established and rising talents, the event marked a significant moment in the film industry. Due to insistent public demand, the Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival will continue for one more... Continue Reading →
MTRCB upholds 28-day suspension for SMNI shows despite appeal
The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) has upheld its decision to suspend the TV programs "Gikan sa Masa, Para sa Masa" and "Laban Kasama ang Bayan," dismissing the Motions for Reconsideration (MR) submitted by SMNI. The initial suspension was triggered by numerous complaints about alleged death threats and profanity by a host... Continue Reading →
MTRCB launches ‘Balik Sinehan 2024’ campaign during MMFF
The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB), in collaboration with Ayala Malls and the Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP), launched the 'Balik Sinehan' initiative to help reinvigorate the Filipino film industry. The event was held in Trinoma Malls Cinema in Quezon City, one of the metro's biggest cinemas, on Christmas Day in... Continue Reading →
