Philippines selects 'Filipiñana' and two other films for 2027 Oscars
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- Philippine Daily Inquirer
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The Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) announced on Sunday, September 13, that the movie "Filipiñana" has been selected as the official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards. FAP director general Paolo Villaluna made the announcement at the SMX Convention Center. In addition to "Filipiñana," the FAP is supporting "58th" for Best Documentary Feature Film and "Agapito" for Best Live Action Short Film.
Directed by Rafael Manuel, "Filipiñana" is a 100 minute coming of age story about a woman named Isabel who works as a tee girl at a country club. The film explores themes of Philippine society, American colonialism, and social inequality. It previously won a Silver Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival in 2020 and a Special Jury Award at the Sundance Film Festival in February.
The official shortlist for the Oscars will be announced on December 15, 2026, with final nominees revealed on January 21, 2027. The ceremony is scheduled for March 14, 2027, at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles.
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