The CinePanalo Film Festival 2025 took center stage in Quezon Citym March 19, 2025, honoring the finest storytellers and cinematic masterpieces that pushed the boundaries of Philippine cinema. The awards night, held on Wednesday, was a testament to the growing creativity and innovation within the local film industry.
A highlight of the night was the tie in the Panalong Aktor (Best Actor) category, where Khalil Ramos (Olsen’s Day) and JP Larroder (Tigkiliwi) both took home the award.As well as yhe The Best in Cinematography award. It was also highly contested, ultimately going to Dominic Lat (Journeyman) and Kara Moreno (Olsen’s Day).
Overall, the awards night was a spectacular celebration, showcasing remarkable performances and exceptional works that were truly deserving of the recognitions.
Here’s the Full List of Winners
Pinakapanalong Pelikula (Best Film)
- Full-Length: Salum (TM Malones)
- Student Shorts: Champ Green (Clyde Cuizon Gamale)
Puregold Always Panalo Film
- Full-Length: Journeyman (Christian Paolo Lat & Dominic Lat); Fleeting (Catsi Catalan)
- Student Shorts: Sampie (Ira Corinne Esquerra Malit)
Panalong Direktor (Best Director)
- Full-Length: JP Habac (Olsen’s Day)
- Student Shorts: Vhan Marco B. Molacruz (Uwian)
Panalong Aktres (Best Actress)
- Full-Length: Ruby Ruiz as Nay Pansay (Tigkiliwi)
- Student Shorts: Geraldine Villamil as Remy (Uwian)
Panalong Aktor (Best Actor)
- Full-Length: Khalil Ramos as Olsen (Olsen’s Day); JP Larroder as Tata (Tigkiliwi)
- Student Shorts: Lucas Martin as Sam (Sampie); Jasper John as Juan Dela Cruz (Dela Cruz, Juan P.)
Panalong Karangalan Mula sa Mga Hurado (Jury Prize)
- Full-Length: Tigkiliwi (Tara Illenberger)
- Student Shorts: Dela Cruz, Juan P. (Sean Rafael A. Verdejo)
Panalo Sa Mga Manonood (Audience Choice Award)
- Full-Length: Co-Love (Jill Singson Urdaneta)
- Student Shorts: Sisenta! (Mae Malaya)
Panalong Pangalawang Aktres (Best Supporting Actress)
- Full-Length: Gabby Padilla as Marlin (Tigkiliwi)
- Student Shorts: Uzziel Delamide as Imang (Uwian)
Panalong Pangalawang Aktor (Best Supporting Actor)
- Full-Length: Jeffrey Jiruma as Pol (Tigkiliwi)
- Student Shorts: Sol Eugenio as Tekbong (Champ Green)
Panalong Ensemble
- Full-Length: Tigkiliwi (Tara Illenberger)
- Student Shorts: Sine-Sine (Roniño Dolim)
Panalong Kwento (Best Screenplay)
- Full-Length: Tara Illenberger (Tigkiliwi)
- Student Shorts: Clyde Cuizon Gamale (Champ Green)
Panalo sa Cinematography (Best Cinematography)
- Full-Length: Dominic Lat (Journeyman); Kara Moreno (Olsen’s Day)
- Student Shorts: Lance Lascano (Dan, En Pointe)
Panalo sa Production Design
- Full-Length: Kyle Fermindoza (Salum)
- Student Shorts: Andrea Jayne Perang (Uwian)
Panalo sa Musical Scoring
- Full-Length: Armor Rapista (Salum)
- Student Shorts: Len Calvo (Uwian)
Panalo sa Editing
- Full-Length: Vanessa Ubas de Leon (Co-Love)
- Student Shorts: Jose Andy Sales (G!)
Panalo sa Sound Design
- Full-Length: Fatima Nerikka Salim and Immanuel Verona (Salum)
- Student Shorts: Elian Idioma (Dela Cruz, Juan P.)
Panalong Awitin (Best Original Song)
- Full-Length: “Di Ko Pinili” by Kiko Salazar, performed by Chie (Co-Love)
- Student Shorts: “Suga, Camera, Saad” by Jonathan Rey Sartorio and Lloyd Martin Villacortes Arce (Sine-Sine)
Panalo sa Brand Intrusion
- Full-Length: Journeyman (555 Sardines and Lucky Me!)
- Student Shorts: Champ Green (Bear Brand), G! (Chuckie)
Panalo sa Film Poster
- Full-Length: Journeyman by Christian Paolo Lat and Dominic Lat
- Student Shorts: Checkmate by Alexie Nicole Pardo
Pinakapanalong Promosyon ng Pelikula
- Student Shorts: Checkmate by Alexie Nicole Pardo; Taympers by Naiah Nicole Mendoza
Responsableng Paglikha (Responsible Filmmaking)
- Full-Length: Journeyman
- Student Shorts: Dan, En Pointe, Sine-Sine, 1… 2… Strike!!!
Mowelfund Special Citation
- Full-Length: Olsen’s Day
- Student Shorts: Champ Green
Panalo sa International Jury
- Journeyman by Christian Paolo Lat and Dominic Lat
With the level of passion and excellence displayed at this year’s CinePanalo Film Festival, the future of Philippine cinema looks brighter than ever. The festival showcased not only the raw talent of young filmmakers but also the potential of Filipino storytelling to make a mark both locally and internationally.
As the industry continues to evolve, events like CinePanalo prove that Philippine cinema remains a force to be reckoned with, constantly pushing artistic boundaries and telling stories that resonate with audiences.
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