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Oct 21, 2022 · Because of literacy, distribution, and accessibility issues, most Filipinos don't get to view Filipino-made films that much apart from limited streaming platforms (which reminds me, Oro, Plata, Mata is on Netflix now, too, by the way). They don't exactly pop up on streaming services too often.
Quality filipino movies exist, but distribution and access to them can be hard especially if you're outside the Metro. That's why i have to salute the guys from TBA (one of which is the person behind Heneral Luna) for their efforts in spreading the love of filipino cinema with that site and their own little mini film theater, Cinema 76.
Aug 17, 2019 · The good, the bad, the technical. Aside from the local scene’s technical and financial disadvantages, movie attendance in general is declining. While heavy traffic, outdated cinema setups, and high ticket prices are all factors, the biggest reason for the decrease may come from the rise of streaming services.
Aug 28, 2019 · Acclaimed director Erik Matti once again lambasted the local film industry for rehashing concepts that have long been present in previous local movies.
Nov 19, 2016 · So here are not-too-mainstream reasons why you should see and appreciate Heneral Luna: It is the biggest and most expensive film ever made in the Philippines.
I do remember most of the indie movie producers nowadays use digital cameras and so can preserve the movie better. However the actual big movie studios actually still use the old cameras and then convert them (badly) into digital, usually resulting in really bad copies.
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May 11, 2020 · Have you ever come across a film so controversial, so bold that the President had to step in to ban it from public viewing? It seems to be the case for many of the country's most groundbreaking films.