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Philippines’ QCinema Industry Set for Cannes Launch, Bolsters Southeast Asian Film Hub Ambitions
Philippines' QCinema to unveil year-round industry initiative at Cannes, positioning Quezon City as Southeast Asia's incubator for regional talent.
The expansion marks a significant evolution for the 13-year-old festival as it seeks to deepen the region’s presence in the global content ecosystem by fostering co-production, talent development and policy dialogue across the Philippine and Southeast Asian film sectors. “We’re proud to present QCinema Industry at Cannes, the world’s most prestigious film festival, to signal the growing impact and ambition of Southeast Asian cinema,” said Liza Diño, who heads the new initiative. “The concept of Film City goes beyond having sound stages and festivals – it’s about building ecosystems where cinema thrives, artists are supported, and culture drives urban transformation,” said Manet Dayrit, who leads the forum.
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