Eli Dacuma
May 2, 2025 | 12:50 PM PHT
Pioneering film and media company EdukSine Studios partners up with the Ateneo Film Organization (AFO) for their annual Interschool Film Festival this May 3 at the BlackBox Theater, ASHS Building.
With the theme Pure Imagination, AFO seeks to feature inspiring and unique narratives that highlight the country’s current social issues, and introduce the festival attendees to new concepts and have a newfound appreciation for film and cinema.
With just a few days before the open house, the organization introduced the 13 short films made by student filmmakers across different schools:
- Istorya Nin Paghuna
- DAMGO
- Kayod
- Alaala ng Dakilang Kalsada
- Si! Laudato Kami
- Timebound
- ‘Nak
- unpublished
- Like the Movies
- Si Faerie Na Fairy; Duwende
- The Exam
- Bakas ng Tagubtob
- The God at the Bottom of the Bottle
Three workshops will be simultaneously conducted in different breakout rooms during the event.
The Directing workshop is led by What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim Director Chad Vidanes, centering on developing creative vision, working with actors, and team collaboration for a cohesive and impactful story.
Production Designer and Ateneo De Manila University alum Yanna Parpan is the second speaker. Her workshop will focus on processes surrounding sets, costumes, and props that support a film’s narrative.
Finally, Replacing Chef Chico cinematographer Geia de Vera is the third speaker. With her guidance, the workshop participants shall explore framing, lighting, and camera movements fitting for their respective films.
The workshops shall be followed up by a ‘Talk From the Industry’ segment with The Kingdom director and Ateneo De Manila University alum Mike Tuviera in the main venue.
The AFO Interschool Film Festival is open to all individuals. The event will run on May 3 from 1 PM to 6 PM. Interested participants can still register via the ISFF 2025 Registration Form.
Follow the Ateneo Film Organization and EdukSine Studios for more updates regarding the event.
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