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2012 Metro Manila Film Festival

{{Short description|Annual Philippine Festival edition}}

{{Infobox film festival

| name = 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival
{{small|38th Metro Manila Film Festival}}

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| awards = Gabi ng Parangal ({{literal translation|Awards Night}})

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| number = 8

| date = {{Start date|2012|12|25}} to {{End date|2013|01|08}}

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| chronology = MMFF

| preceded_by = 37th ed.

| followed_by = 39th ed.

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The 38th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) is a part of the annual film festival in Metro Manila, Philippines held from December 25, 2012, until January 8, 2013. During the festival, no foreign films are shown in Philippine theaters in order to showcase locally produced films (except in select 3D cinemas and IMAX theaters).

Entries

In the last week of May 2012, film producers and companies already submitted their scripts in participation with the festival. However, it will still be reviewed by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority to sort out entries. Of the fifteen film entries submitted, eight were chosen as the official entries. Mga Kwento ni Lola Basyang was one of the eight entries chosen, but the producer sent a letter to MMDA to pull out of the film festival. On October 19, 2012, it was replaced by Nora Aunor's Thy Womb.[http://reynthology.blogspot.com/2012/10/thy-womb-replaces-lola-basyang-as.html 'Thy Womb' replaces 'Lola Basyang' as MMFF 2012 official entry] Reyn's Room. Retrieved November 18, 2012.

Here are the eight official entries:[http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/362358/2012-mmff-official-entries-bared 2012 MMFF Official Entries] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120927050350/http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/362358/2012-mmff-official-entries-bared |date=2012-09-27 }} Manila Bulletin. Retrieved 06-17-2012.

=Official entries=

The eight films with the highest lobbying placement fee paid were chosen to be the official entries.[http://www.pinoypundit.net/2012/06/mmff-2012-list-of-entries-submitted-by.html 2012 MMFF Possible Entries] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120619055614/http://www.pinoypundit.net/2012/06/mmff-2012-list-of-entries-submitted-by.html |date=2012-06-19 }} Pinoy Pundit. Retrieved June 14, 2012.[https://archive.today/20130113184240/http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/361603/14-scripts-beat-mmff-deadline 14 Scripts beat MMFF deadline] Manila Bulletin Online. Retrieved June 14, 2012

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Si Agimat, si Enteng Kabisote at si AkoVic Sotto, Bong Revilla Jr., Judy Ann SantosOctoarts Films,
M-Zet Productions,
Imus Productions,
APT Entertainment, and
GMA Films		Tony Y. ReyesFantasy, comedy, action[http://pep.ph/news/34467/vic-sotto-on-rumored-cool-off-with-pauleen-luna-natatawa-na-lang-ako-ang-importante-alam-nrsquoyo-naman-kung-ano-ang-tunay-na-nangyayarirdquo Vic Sotto- Bong Revilla- Judy Ann Santos movie] Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved June 14, 2012
El Presidente: General Emilio Aguinaldo Story and the First Philippine RepublicE.R. Ejercito, Cristine ReyesScenema Concept International,
CMB Films, and
VIVA Films		Mark MeilyAction, historical drama, thriller[http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/09/11/nora-aunor-starts-filming-el-presidente Nora Aunor starts filming El presidente] ABS-CBN News. Retrieved June 14, 2012[http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/306806/er-ejercito-el-presidente EL Presidente starts filming] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110302060338/http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/306806/er-ejercito-el-presidente|date=March 2, 2011}} Manila Bulletin. Retrieved June 14, 2012
One More TryAngel Locsin, Dingdong Dantes, Angelica Panganiban, Zanjoe MarudoStar CinemaRuel S. BayaniDrama[http://www.push.com.ph/features/7849/dingdong-dantes-says-he-will-play-his-most-daring-role-in-one-more-try/ Dingdong Dantes plays most daring role in One More Try] PUSH. Retrieved June 1, 2012[http://www.pep.ph/news/34065/dingdong-dantes-on-working-with-angel-locsin-i-hope-na-in-cases-like-this-hindi-magkaroon-ng-double-standardhellip One More Try Movie for MMFF 2012] Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved June 14, 2012
Shake, Rattle and Roll Fourteen: The InvasionVhong Navarro, Lovi Poe, Dennis Trillo, Paulo Avelino, Mart Escudero, Janice de Belen, Herbert BautistaRegal FilmsChito S. RoñoHorror, science fiction
SisterakasKris Aquino, Ai-Ai de las Alas, Vice Ganda, Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, Xyriel ManabatStar Cinema and
Viva Films		Wenn V. DeramasComedy[http://viceganda.net/vice-ganda-and-kris-aquino-to-join-forces-in-mmff-2012/ Vice-Kris Movie] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120620084847/http://viceganda.net/vice-ganda-and-kris-aquino-to-join-forces-in-mmff-2012/ |date=2012-06-20 }} Vice Ganda Web. Retrieved June 14, 2012.[http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/06/16/12/kris-vice-ganda-team-mmff-entry Kris-Vice Team up for MMFF this 2012] ABS-CBN Entertainment News. Retrieved 06-17-2012
Sosy ProblemsHeart Evangelista, Rhian Ramos, Solenn Heussaff, Bianca King, Benjamin Alves, Mikael Daez, Aljur AbrenicaGMA FilmsAndoy RanayComedy[http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=804340&publicationSubCategoryId=96 Cono Problems for MMFF] Philippine Star. Retrieved June 14, 2012[https://archive.today/20130208163043/http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=818050&publicationSubCategoryId=70 Conyo Problems "in" for MMFF 2012] The Philippine Star. Retrieved 06-17-2012.
The StrangersJulia Montes, Enrique Gil, JM De Guzman, Enchong DeeQuantum Films,
MJM Productions		Lawrence FajardoHorror[http://rodmagaru.com/tag/vii-quantum-films-horror-movie-the-strangers-julia-montes/ Julia Montes to do a horror movie] Rod Magaru Website. Retrieved June 14, 2012
Thy WombNora Aunor, Bembol Roco, Lovi Poe, Mercedes CabralCenterstage ProductionsBrillante MendozaDrama{{cite web|url=http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/lifestyle/10/19/12/thy-womb-gets-last-minute-slot-mmff|title='Thy Womb' gets last-minute slot in MMFF|date=19 October 2012|publisher=ABS-CBN News|access-date=October 19, 2012}}

=New Wave entries=

The New Wave films were screened from December 18 to 22 as a prelude to the MMFF opening on December 25, 2012.{{cite news|url=http://www.philstar.com/breaking-news/2012/12/11/884857/mmda-screens-student-films-part-mmff|title=MMDA screens student films as part of MMFF|author=Mike Frialde|work=Philippine Star|date=December 11, 2012|access-date=August 11, 2015}} This year, the MMFF will continue the tradition of supporting independent films through a bigger, better and bolder New Wave Section.

  • Ad Ignorantiam - Armando Y. Lao
  • Gayak - Ronaldo Bertubin
  • In Nomine Matris - Will Fredo
  • Paglaya sa Tanikala - Michael Angelo Dagnñalan
  • The Grave Bandits - Tyrone Acierto

=Student shorts=

These films were screened along with the New Wave entries.

Awards

{{Infobox film awards

| name = 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival
Gabi ng Parangal

| number = 38

| award = Metro Manila Film Festival

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| date = {{Start date|2012|12|27}}

| site =Meralco Theater, Pasig

| best_picture = One More Try

| most_wins = El Presidente and Thy Womb (7)

| most_nominations =

| network = TV5

| website =

| last = 37th

| next = 39th

}}

The 38th Metro Manila Film Festival Awards Night was held at the Meralco Theater in Ortigas Center, Pasig on December 27, 2012.{{cite web|title=MMFF 2012 Winners|url=http://noypistuff.blogspot.com/2012/12/38th-metro-manila-film-festival-mmff.html|access-date=December 28, 2012}}

Winners are listed first and highlighted in boldface.{{Cite web|url=http://noypistuff.blogspot.com/2012/12/38th-metro-manila-film-festival-mmff.html|title = 38th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF 2012) Winners}}

=Major awards=

File:Brillante Mendoza at the 69th Venice International Film Festival, September 2012.jpg, Best Director winner]]

File:Dingdong Dantes at the Eat Bulaga! Press Conference, July 2008.JPG, Best Actor winner]]

File:Nora Aunor at the 69th Venice International Film Festival, September 2012.jpg, Best Actress winner and Female Star of the Night]]

File:Cesar Montano.jpg, Best Supporting Actor winner]]

File:Apl de ap 061014 2.jpg, Best Original Theme Song performer (with Jamir Garcia)]]

File:JosephEstradajf1486.JPG, Male Star of the Night]]

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style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Picture

! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Director

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style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Actor

! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Actress

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style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Supporting Actor

! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Supporting Actress

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style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Child Performer

! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Original Story

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style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Screenplay

! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Production Design

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style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Editing

! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Musical Score

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style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Sound Recording

! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Original Theme Song

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style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Visual Effects

! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Make-up

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  • Warren Munar, Benny Batoctoy and Virginia Apolinario - El Presidente
style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Cinematography

! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Float

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style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Most Gender- Sensitivity Film

! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Gatpuno Antonio J. Villegas Cultural Awards

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style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Fernando Poe Jr. Memorial Award for Excellence
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  • One More Try - Star Cinema

    • =New Wave category=

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    style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best New Wave Full-Length Film

    ! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Special Jury Prize

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    • The Grave Bandits - Tyrone Acierto

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    • Ad Ignorantiam - Quantum Films
    style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best New Wave Actor

    ! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best New Wave Actress

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    • Allan Paule - Gayak

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    • Liza Dino - In Nomine Matris
    style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Gender Sensitivity Award

    ! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best New Wave Director Award

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    • In Nomine Matris - Mr. Will Fredo

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    • Tyrone Ancierto - The Grave Bandits
    colspan=2 style="background:#EEDD82;"| Short Film Category
    style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Best Student's Short Film Award

    ! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Most Gender Sensitive Award

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    style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Special Jury Prize
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  • Tagad - University of San Carlos

    • =1st CinePhone Film Festival=

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    style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Luzon

    ! style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Visayas

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    style="background:#EEDD82;" ! style="width="50%" | Mindanao
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  • The Boy, the Girl and the Traffic Man - Ateneo de Davao University
  • Bulgaran sa Daan - Philippine Nikkei Jin Kai International High School

    • =Special awards=

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    Youth Choice Award for Best FilmEl Presidente
    Female Star of the NightNora Aunor
    Male Star of the NightJoseph Estrada
    SMDC Female Celebrity of the NightBianca King
    SMDC Male Celebrity of the NightZanjoe Marudo
    Youth Choice Award for Best FilmEl Presidente

    Multiple awards

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    =Mainstream=

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    scope="col" | Awards

    ! scope="col" | Film

    rowspan=2|7

    |align=left|El Presidente

    align=left|Thy Womb
    6

    |align=left|One More Try

    2

    |align=left|Sisterakas

    {{col-2}}

    =New Wave=

    class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
    scope="col" | Awards

    ! scope="col" | Film

    rowspan=2|2

    |align=left|The Grave Bandits

    align=left|In Nomine Matris

    {{col-end}}

    Box office gross

    The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority was criticized for only releasing the official earnings of the Top 4 films in the days leading up to the festival's conclusion.

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    !rowspan=2|Entry

    !colspan=6|Gross Ticket Sales

    December 25{{cite web|url=http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/12/26/12/how-8-mmff-films-ranked-first-day|title=How the 8 MMFF films ranked on first day|author= Miguel Dumaual|publisher=ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs|date=December 27, 2012|access-date=August 10, 2015}}

    !December 26{{cite news|url=http://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2012/12/28/890718/2012-mmff-grosses-p79.06m-2nd-day|title=2012 MMFF grosses P79.06M on 2nd day|work=Philippine Star|date=December 28, 2012|access-date=August 10, 2015}}

    !December 27{{cite news|url=http://entertainment.inquirer.net/73931/sisterakas-still-top-grosser-among-mmff-entries|title='Sisterakas' still top grosser among MMFF entries|author=Bayani San Diego|work=Philippine Daily Inquirer|date=December 28, 2012|access-date=August 10, 2015}}

    !December 31{{cite news|title= MMFF Continues to Rake in Ticket Sales |work=The Manila Bulletin|access-date=August 10, 2015|date=January 2, 2013|url=http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-324044788.html|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20150924154245/http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-324044788.html|url-status= dead|archive-date= September 24, 2015}}

    !January 1{{cite news|url=http://entertainment.inquirer.net/74681/sisterakas-still-tops-mmff-on-2nd-week|title='Sisterakas' still tops MMFF on 2nd week|author=Bayani San Diego|work=Philippine Daily Inquirer|date=January 2, 2013|access-date=August 10, 2015}}

    !January 8{{cite web|url=http://www.mmda.gov.ph/index.php/11-news/133-2012-metro-manila-film-festival-earns-record-breaking-p767-8-million|title=2012 Metro Manila Film Festival Earns Record-breaking P767.8 Million|publisher=Metropolitan Manila Development Authority|date=January 10, 2013|access-date=August 10, 2015}}

    Sisterakas

    |data-sort-value="1" style="background:#BFFFC0;"|₱ 39,194,312.65*

    |data-sort-value="1" style="background:#BFFFC0;"|₱ 71,600,000*

    |data-sort-value="1" style="background:#BFFFC0;"|₱ 101,000,000*

    |data-sort-value="1" style="background:#BFFFC0;"|₱ 200,100,000*

    |data-sort-value="1" style="background:#BFFFC0;"|₱ 231,878,445.67*

    |data-sort-value="1" style="background:#BFFFC0;"|₱ 342,000,000*

    One More Try

    |data-sort-value="3"|₱ 13,160,987.40

    |data-sort-value="3"|₱ 24,400,000

    |data-sort-value="3"|₱ 34,600,000

    |data-sort-value="3"|₱ 76,600,000

    |data-sort-value="3"|₱ 91,278,399.20

    |data-sort-value="2"|₱ 170,500,000

    Si Agimat, si Enteng Kabisote at si Ako

    |data-sort-value="2"|₱ 29,393,219.10

    |data-sort-value="2"|₱ 48,600,000

    |data-sort-value="2"|₱ 61,000,000

    |data-sort-value="2"|₱ 91,400,000

    |data-sort-value="2"|₱ 104,458,871.19

    |data-sort-value="3"|₱ 133,500,000

    Shake, Rattle and Roll Fourteen: The Invasion

    |data-sort-value="4"|₱ 10,579,339.60

    |data-sort-value="4"|₱ 19,200,000

    |data-sort-value="4"|₱ 20,700,000

    |data-sort-value="4"|₱ 30,600,000

    |data-sort-value="4"|₱ 34,582,606.14

    |data-sort-value="4"|₱ 45,300,000

    The Strangers

    |data-sort-value="5"|₱ 4,902,627.00

    |data-sort-value="5"|₱ 7,300,000

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    El Presidente

    |data-sort-value="6"|₱ 4,244,500.00

    |data-sort-value="6"|₱ 7,100,000

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    Sosy Problems

    |data-sort-value="7"|₱ 3,036,408.75

    |data-sort-value="7"|₱ 4,700,000

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    Thy Womb

    |data-sort-value="8"|₱ 908,859.00

    |data-sort-value="8"|₱ 1,600,000

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    |{{right|TOTAL}}

    |₱ 767,800,000

    References

    {{Reflist|2}}

    External links

    • {{Official website|http://www.mmda.gov.ph/mmff/}}

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    {{succession box

    | before = 2011 Metro Manila Film Festival

    | title = Metro Manila Film Festival

    | years = 2012

    | after = 2013 Metro Manila Film Festival

    }}

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