Featured art by Bhernn Saenz. In partnership with FEU Film Society.
MANILA, Philippines — Following a recent call for entries, the FEU Film Society, Far Eastern University (FEU) Manila’s premier film organization, commenced the 17th year of their annual film festival, Sinepiyu. Running on the theme ‘Sinepiyu 17 Gimik: Isigaw ang Puso, this year aims to break new ground to a platform for student filmmakers in highlighting social realities through storytelling while advocating for new beginnings and resisting historical revisionism.
For the past 17 years, the annual student-led film festival has since centered on relevant filmmaking that tackles national identity, human rights, gender equality, among others.
Image courtesy of Sinepiyu 17.
As a university-based and student-led film competition, Sinepiyu harnesses inclusivity by serving as a venue for narratives that foster cultural awareness told through artistic vision and storytelling. The festival features two (2) divisions to cater to all the student filmmakers across the Philippines.
- All Tamaraws (All Tams) Division – Exclusive to 4th-year Digital Cinema students of FEU
- Interschool Division – Open to Senior High School (SHS) and college student filmmakers nationwide, accepting submissions under Narrative, Documentary, and Experimental categories.
Film entries for the Interschool Division must be produced not earlier than January 2024, with a runtime between five (5) minutes to twenty-five (25) minutes including opening and closing billboards.
Sinepiyu 17 is slated to be a 4-day long event held from April 28-30 & May 09, 2025, comprising virtual film screening, physical screening, talkback sessions with the filmmakers, and awards night.
Finalists will be granted both online and physical screening through digital platforms and theaters.
Official poster courtesy of Sinepiyu 17.
“Student filmmakers, it’s about time! Share your stories with us! Don’t let those films be stuck in a Google Drive—join Sinepiyu 17!” said the Angelo Copon, Sinepiyu 17’s festival director at the commencement of the call for entries.
See more details details on Sinepiyu’s Facebook page and on Instagram and TikTok.
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