Documentary Film

‘Healing Minds,’ about the work of Carmina Montesa Aldana (Global FWN100™ 2019) and Dr. Patricia Clerkin (Global FWN100™ 2023) in the Philippines advancing neurosurgical care and treatment

‘Healing Minds,’ about the work of Carmina Montesa Aldana (Global FWN100™ 2019) and Dr. Patricia Clerkin (Global FWN100™ 2023) in the Philippines advancing neurosurgical care and treatment

Carmina Montesa Aldana (Global FWN100™ 2021) shares an update on the work she and Dr. Patricia Clerkin (Global FWN100™ 2023) do with underserved communities with the documentary ‘Healing Minds.’ The documentary was aired on local TV in Florida in 2023 and was nominated for an Emmy.

Feb 13—Turning Pain To Power: An Evening Of Revolutionary Film, Talk, Drumming And Dance To End Violence Against Women 

Feb 13—Turning Pain To Power: An Evening Of Revolutionary Film, Talk, Drumming And Dance To End Violence Against Women 

One Billion Rising, Bay Area Rising & V-Day Present
Turning Pain To Power: An Evening Of Revolutionary Film, Talk, Drumming And Dance To End Violence Against Women @ The Grand Lake Theater in Oakland

Filipino Film Festival Nov 9-12 @AMC Kabuki: ABS-CBN’s Cinematografo International Film Festival

Filipino Film Festival Nov 9-12 @AMC Kabuki: ABS-CBN’s Cinematografo International Film Festival

ABS-CBN’s Cinematografo International Film Festival Opening is on November 9 and the Philippine Consulate General is a co-presentor of the Opening Film, “Larawan”. Director Loy Arcenas, Rachel Alejandro (actress), and Maestro Ryan Cayabyab (composer) will all be in attendance.

Filipinos In Film: Raising Awareness about Diabetes with "Two Wheels And a Dream"

Filipinos In Film: Raising Awareness about Diabetes with "Two Wheels And a Dream"

Two Wheels and A Dream follows Deejay, an obese Type 1 diabetic, as he embarks on a 600+ mile journey from the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, CA to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco to raise awareness about diabetes. Learn more about the Kickstarter campaign after the jump!

Jessica Cox (U.S FWN100™ ’09): Special Screening and Q&A of Right Footed: A Documentary

Jessica Cox (U.S FWN100™ ’09): Special Screening and Q&A of Right Footed: A Documentary

Born without arms as the result of a severe birth defect, Jessica Cox (U.S. FWN100™ '09) never allowed herself to believe that she couldn’t accomplish her dreams. Jessica's new film Right Footed chronicles her amazing story of overcoming adversity and follows her over a period of two years as she becomes a mentor for children with disabilities and their families, and a disability rights advocate working in the U.S.A. and abroad. The film screens in San Francisco's Presentation Theater this August! For tickets, email philintlaid@gmail.com

WooHoo! Ramona Diaz (Global FWN100™ '15) Scores Prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship

WooHoo! Ramona Diaz (Global FWN100™ '15) Scores Prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship

Baltimore filmmaker Ramona Diaz (Global FWN100™ '15) recently earned the prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship which are granted to artists with proven track records and exceptional promise. Ramona is best known for her documentary film, Don't Stop Believin' which chronicles Journey Filipino frontman Arnel Pineda's rise to fame. News story from Baltimore Sun.

Telling Our Stories: A Profile on Filipina Women Filmmakers

Telling Our Stories: A Profile on Filipina Women Filmmakers

"Women are largely underrepresented in the film industry, particularly as writers, producers, and directors. Three independent local female filmmakers are carrying out all three roles, driven by determination and a story to tell." News story from The Source.

RIGHT FOOTED: the Triumph of Jessica Cox (U.S. FWN100™ '09) Screens at CAAMFest2016 this March!

RIGHT FOOTED: the Triumph of Jessica Cox (U.S. FWN100™ '09) Screens at CAAMFest2016 this March!

CAAMFest celebrates the close of the festival with RIGHT FOOTED, a documentary about expert martial artist, disability rights activist and the world’s only armless airplane pilot, Filipina American Jessica Cox (U.S. FWN100™ '09). Ride along on her journey as she overcomes adversity, finds romance and inspires the world. Buy tickets early as they are most likely to sell out!