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MINDANAO FILMS. Select independent films produced by Mindanao-based artists will play a role in promoting the region's tourism drive initiated by the private sector and the Department of Tourism XI. This photo is a scene from Sonata Maria directed by Davao-based filmmaker Bagane Fiola. (Photo taken from Sonata Maria's Facebook page)

Mindanao indie films to play role in Davao’s tourism drive

Post author:DAVAO TODAY
Post published:February 15, 2016
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Independent films that gained recognition at the Mindanao Film Festival will take part in the region's campaign to position Davao not only as a premiere ecotourism destination, but as well as a reel haven.

Mindanao Film Fest ‘best film’ for 2015 inspires Lumads on their struggles

Post author:EARL O. CONDEZA
Post published:December 19, 2015
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A film depicting struggles of Lumads recently won the 'Best Film' and 'Best Production Design' award during the 11th Mindanao Film Festival held here, on Tuesday night.

Davaoeños heartbroken with MJ’s loss in Ms. Universe tilt

Post author:ZEA IO MING C. CAPISTRANO
Post published:January 26, 2015
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They were glued on their tv sets since the start of the live telecast of Miss Universe beauty pageant from Miami, Florida. They cheered when Philippine candidate Mary Jean ‘MJ’ Lastimosa made it to the Top 10.

Tough luck: Review of June’s Filipino Filmfest at Cinematheque Davao

Post author:JAY ROSAS
Post published:July 14, 2014
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The individuals in these contemporary stories portray the roles of victims and perpetrators, willing and unwilling, caught and trapped in an endless web of make-believe and deception, materialism and quick fixes, easy money and corruption, dashed hopes and dreams.

Manobo evacuees cheer Pacquiao win

Post author:JOHN RIZLE L. SALIGUMBA
Post published:April 13, 2014
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Lumad Manobo evacuees squatted around a projection screen, some kids clung to a mango tree to get a better vantage point while women held their tots tight as they intently watched the boxing fight.

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