BACOLOD CITY, Philippines – Negros Island’s cinematic artistry took center stage on December 6, 2024, at the Ayala Malls Capitol Central Activity Center during the much-anticipated Sine Negrense Film Festival Awards Night. The festival recognized the creativity and excellence of local filmmakers, with awards across the Open and Inter-School Categories.
“ANINAW” dominated the Open Category, sweeping awards including Best Film, Best Director for Charlene Mae Tupas, Best Cinematography, Best Editing, Best Poster, and Best Actor. Meanwhile, “THELM ME WHY” won the Jury’s Choice for Best Film and secured awards for Best Production Design, Best Supporting Actress (Mary June Ambino), and Best Actress (Mary Jane Quilisadio). The Audience Choice Award went to “TAGANA,” which also won Best Screenplay and Best Original Song for its heartfelt track, “Dili na ta pwede.”
Student filmmakers made their mark, with “TINIGOM” winning Best Film, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Editing, and the Audience Impact Award for Most Engaging Trailer. It also claimed Best Original Song with “Padayon lang ta.” “HUNI SANG KAHILUM” received the Jury’s Choice for Best Film and saw Mary June Ambino’s stellar performance recognized with a Best Actress win.
Sine Negrense 2024 highlighted the festival’s commitment to gender inclusivity, featuring 16 female directors across its Main and Exhibition Sections—a milestone in local cinema.
Esteemed judges like Tito Valiente and Jag Garcia reviewed this year’s 24 entries, divided equally between the Open and Inter-School Categories. The event’s success was bolstered by partnerships with the Film Development Council of the Philippines, National Commission for Culture and the Arts, and various sponsors, ensuring the continued growth of the region’s film industry.
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FAQ
What is Sine Negrense?
Sine Negrense is an annual film festival in Bacolod City celebrating the talent of Negros Island filmmakers, featuring competitions for professional and student creators.
Who were the biggest winners in 2024?
In the Open Category, “ANINAW” took home six major awards. In the Inter-School Category, “TINIGOM” won multiple honors, including Best Film and Best Director.
How is Sine Negrense supporting gender representation?
The 2024 festival featured 16 female directors, underlining its commitment to inclusivity in the cinematic arts.
Who organized and supported the festival?
Sine Negrense was supported by the Film Development Council of the Philippines, the Negros Cultural Foundation, and sponsors like Ayala Malls Capitol Central.
