CineMatahum 2025

23/01/2026

Super tahum! 😌

CineMatahum is just getting more tahum every year!

We are delighted to announce that Cinematahum is now recognized by the Film Development Council of the Philippines as an official cinema event and film festival.

This means that Cinematahum will now closely work with FDCP to deliver not only films from the region but also strengthen Cinematahum's thrust in film education through workshops and capacity building for regional filmmakers through expanded networking events during and after the festival run.

Excited to unveil in the coming months a more expanded and inclusive Cinematahum 2026!

Truly, ikaw ang tahum sa Cinematahum!

CineMatahum is just getting more tahum every year!

We are delighted to announce that Cinematahum is now recognized by the Film Development Council of the Philippines as an official cinema event and film festival.

This means that Cinematahum will now closely work with FDCP to deliver not only films from the region but also strengthen Cinematahum's thrust in film education through workshops and capacity building for regional filmmakers through expanded networking events during and after the festival run.

Excited to unveil in the coming months a more expanded and inclusive Cinematahum 2026!

Truly, ikaw ang tahum sa Cinematahum!

19/11/2025

Katahum kag Kultura! 🎬✨ CineMatahum 2025 continues to champion Western Visayan stories on the big screen — from laughter-filled screenings in Miagao to meaningful dialogues at UPV Iloilo City and the recently concluded final leg in Antique. The festival became more than just a celebration; it was a shared space of connection, reflection, and admiration for local cinema.

Let us continue carrying the voices of our communities through empowering films. Ready to be seen, heard, and celebrated.

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 | 𝗖𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗔𝗛𝗨𝗠 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱: 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻

𝘈𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘣𝘺 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘺𝘭𝘭𝘦 𝘋𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘴 𝘚𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘰𝘴

Held at the Miagao Interactive Learning Center (MILC), the festival gathered students, filmmakers, and film enthusiasts for two days of screenings and discussions that highlighted the growing appreciation for local cinema. What started as a simple celebration evolved into a collective experience of laughter, reflection, and admiration for the artistry of Western Visayan filmmakers.

The event showcased a diverse lineup of films that captured the region’s culture, language, and everyday stories. Each screening drew enthusiastic participation, reflecting how the community’s engagement brought the narratives on screen to life.
Following the Miagao leg, Cinematahum continues its celebration of regional storytelling with a series of screenings at the UPV Iloilo City campus Cinematheque from October 22 to 25, expanding its reach to a wider audience within the university.

Cinematahum 2025 reaffirmed the power of cinema as a space for connection and cultural expression, emphasizing that true beauty shines when communities unite in support of local artistry.

14/11/2025

Katahum! CineMatahum 2025 is back in Antique for the final leg of this year’s festival, following successful screenings in Miagao and Iloilo City 🎬✨ Senior High students took on a 24-hour filmmaking challenge, turning their communities into stories, with creativity, culture, and collaboration shining on the big screen!

12/11/2025

GET INSIDE THE MIND OF A BREAD AND A WINNER! 🎬✨

Ever wondered what goes into crafting an award-winning film? Now’s your chance! Cinematahum 2025 brings you an exclusive talkback with Kurt Romulo, director of “Burnt Pandesal”, TOMORROW, November 13, 2025 at UPV Pandan, Antique Extension Campus.

Hear firsthand how Kurt shaped the story, overcame challenges, and brought Burnt Pandesal to life up to the Cine Kasilingan stage. From inspiration to ex*****on, this is your front-row seat to the creative process behind one of this year’s standout films.

Don’t just watch—engage, learn, and celebrate the art of filmmaking with one of the brightest voices in local cinema! 🍿🎥

12/11/2025

HINDI PA TAYO TAPOS! 🎬✨

Cinematahum 2025 continues, and it’s time to celebrate cinema! Join us for an exciting Film Workshop & Screening at UPV Antique Extension Campus on November 13-14, 2025.

Catch and watch Cine Kasilingan's best film “Burnt Pandesal” with an exclusive talkback from its director, Kurt Romulo, plus all entries from The Film as Pedagogy’s 24-Hour Film Challenge. Immerse yourself in two days of films, workshops, and creativity.

Lights, camera, action—let’s celebrate the magic of storytelling together! 🍿🎥

26/10/2025

Before CineMatahum 2025 winds down, we take a moment to honor the brilliant minds behind the screen, our esteemed jury panel. 🎬

Composed of 32 distinguished jurors: a powerhouse lineup of filmmakers, professors, and directors—this year’s panel embodies the diversity, depth, and excellence of Western Visayan cinema and beyond.

Their collective expertise and passion for storytelling ensure that every film is celebrated, critiqued, and recognized with fairness and integrity.

From visionaries to trailblazers in the film industry, our jurors represent the heart of regional creativity that continues to make CineMatahum a space for learning, growth, and artistic collaboration.

Before the curtains close, we extend our deepest gratitude to our jurors for their time, insight, and unwavering support for local cinema.

26/10/2025

ANG GANDAAAA!!!!!!!! 😁😁😁 Thank you so much for joining us in capturing Cinematahum 2025, Photo Corner! 🥰 Unto the next chapter of Western Visayan narratives told.

25/10/2025

| Burnt Pandesal directed by Kurt Romulos Roldan wins Best Film in the Cine Kasilingan Category, a heartfelt tale of a son and father learning to heal, forgive, and rise together from the embers of their past.

25/10/2025

Who will take home the best UPV film award? Here are your nominees.

25/10/2025

| Three Days, Two Nights directed by Missy Dimson wins Best Film in the Cine Barrio Category, a triumph that proves some stories shine brightest through the longest days and quietest nights.

25/10/2025

| Finally, here are your nominees for the Best Film, Cine Barrio Category.

25/10/2025

| Kurt Romulos Roldan wins Best Director for Burnt Pandesal in the Cine Kasilingan Category, crafting a story that’s both tender and searing—proof that even the burnt parts can be beautiful.