00:00Zamboanga City honored the talent and creativity of local filmmakers and artists at the Cine Chavacano Film Festival.
00:08Julianne Toazon from the Philippine Information Agency, Zamboanga City tells us more.
00:15Filmmakers and artists were recognized during the annual Cine Chavacano Film Festival held in Zamboanga City.
00:22The festival celebrates the talent and creativity of Zamboangueño filmmakers and artists.
00:28It forms part of the 88th Dia de Zamboanga festivities organized by the non-profit organization JCI Zamboanga
00:35in collaboration with the City Government of Zamboanga through the City Tourism Office.
00:40JCI Zamboanga President and City Agriculturist Arben Magdugo emphasized the festival's role in showcasing local talent.
00:48The Cine Chavacano is a space and platform where the masterpieces of our directors and artists can be seen.
00:58This is a way to see the world, the creativity and abundance of the talent and genius of Zamboangueño.
01:07The film Animal Lovers, directed by Adrian Araujo, emerged as the top winner.
01:12The film bagged six special awards including Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Poster, Best Director, Best Actress, Best Actor and Best Cine Chavacano Film.
01:24Meanwhile, Espejo, or Mirror, directed by Michael Palliar, secured second place while Nueva Vida, or New Life, directed by Melvin Clyde, earned third.
01:34Animal Lovers tells the story of a pregnant woman who devises a plan to eliminate her perceived rival to reclaim her position after suspecting her husband's affection for his carabao.
01:44From compelling narratives to breathtaking visuals, the Cine Chavacano Film Festival once again proved and will continue to prove the richness of Zamboangueño artistry.
01:54From the Philippine Information Agency, Zamboanga City, Julian Tuazon for Balitang Pambansa.