2024 Metro Manila Film Festival: A Diverse Celebration of Philippine Cinema

The 50th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) has unveiled its lineup for 2024, offering a mix of genres to captivate audiences. Set to commence on December 25, this year’s roster celebrates storytelling excellence in Philippine cinema.

Here are the featured films:

  1. “Topakk” – A gripping action thriller directed by Richard Somes, starring Arjo Atayde as a veteran entangled in a dangerous conspiracy.
  2. “Hold Me Close” – A romantic drama by JP Laxamana, exploring themes of love and destiny with Carlo Aquino and Julia Barretto in lead roles.
  3. “Espantaho” – A supernatural tale helmed by Chito Roño, unraveling family secrets and starring Judy Ann Santos.
  4. “And The Breadwinner Is…” – A comedy-drama by Jun Robles Lana, with Vice Ganda playing an OFW uncovering family mischief.
  5. “Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital” – A horror thriller directed by Kerwin Go, set in a haunted hospital.
  6. “Isang Himala” – A reimagining of the classic Himala by Pepe Diokno, exploring faith and communal hysteria.
  7. “The Kingdom” – A family-oriented fantasy-comedy featuring Vic Sotto and Piolo Pascual in a magical adventure.
  8. “Green Bones” – A dramatic story of justice and grief by Zig Dulay, starring Dennis Trillo and Ruru Madrid.

This year’s MMFF lineup reflects the vibrancy and diversity of Filipino cinema, promising memorable entertainment for the Christmas season