The 50th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) is set to continue for an additional week due to “insistent public demand”.
Originally scheduled to end on January 7, the festival will extend the theatrical run of its 10 official entries until January 14 in select cinemas across the Metro Manila area.
The official lineup for the 50th edition of the MMFF includes My Future You, Uninvited, Topakk, Hold Me Close, Espantaho, And the Breadwinner Is…, The Kingdom, Green Bones, Isang Himala, and Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital.
MMFF complimentary passes will also be honored until January 14, making it easier for the public to attend and support the films.
In a statement, Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Chairman and MMFF Overall Chairman Atty. Don Artes expressed hope that the extended festival will boost earnings and continue to promote the growth of local films.
“We, at the MMFF, are overwhelmed with the continued support of the public for the festival’s 50th edition. Due to public clamor, we have decided to extend the theatrical run of the MMFF movies to further showcase the locally produced films that are truly impressive and artistically excellent,” stated Artes.
Artes added in announcement that the MMDA is hopeful that the 2024 MMFF earnings will continue to increase.
