Samalikwa Inter-School Film Festival

09/12/2025

Once again, congratulations to Gap Year, the big winner of the Samalikwa Interschool Film Festival—taking home 5 major awards! Your hard work, vision, and storytelling brilliance truly shined. 🎬✨

We are proud to announce Gap Year's achievement in Samalikwa Inter-School Film Festival.

AWARDS:
BEST SHORT FILM
BEST DIRECTOR
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
BEST EDITING
BEST ACTRESS

Nomination:
BEST SCREENPLAY

Bedyojiko Productions extends their warmest gratitude to all the support! This recognition has proven that we're on the right track, And it's just the beginning of many great stories we want to tell.

Congratulations to all the participants and our deepest thanks to LPU DAVAO for inviting us to the very first Samalikwa Inter-School Film Festival.

[]Graphics&Layout | Nicole Belenzo

07/12/2025

The 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐰𝐚 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐦 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 proudly announces the official winners from last night’s Awards Night. Each film stood as a powerful reflection of creativity, storytelling, and artistic excellence from young filmmakers. 🏆✨

🏆 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

Best Short Film
Gap Year
Philippines Women’s College

Best Director
Gap Year
Philippines Women’s College

Best Screenplay
Payaw
Kolehiyo ng Pantukan

Best Cinematography
Gap Year
Philippines Women’s College

Best Editing
Gap Year
Philippines Women’s College

Best Actor
Payaw
Kolehiyo ng Pantukan

Best Actress
Gap Year
Philippines Women’s College

Best Animated Film
Whispers of Colors
Lorenzo S. Sarmiento Sr. National High School

Jury’s Choice
Akin Ka Nalang
University of Mindanao

People’s Choice (Poster)
Kalinga
Assumption College of Davao

People’s Choice (Film)
Kalinga
Assumption College of Davao

Best Poster
Mahal Magmahal si Mahal
University of Mindanao

To every participating school, filmmaker, and creative who joined this celebration, thank you for sharing your stories, passion, and vision. You made the Samalikwa experience truly unforgettable. 🎬✨

𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐀𝐋𝐌𝐀𝐂 & 𝐂𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐊𝐥𝐚𝐛



📷 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 (𝐜) Reigh Ganzon & Lawrence Acompañado
📝 𝐂𝐨𝐩𝐲𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫 (𝐜) Raven Waminal

06/12/2025

As the curtains fall on 𝙎𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙬𝙖 𝙁𝙞𝙡𝙢 𝙁𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙡, Director Kent Jevee Fuentes delivers inspiring closing words—reflecting on the creativity, passion, and bold storytelling showcased throughout the event.
His message celebrates every student filmmaker and reminds us that this is only the beginning of many more stories to come

𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐀𝐋𝐌𝐀𝐂 & 𝐂𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐊𝐥𝐚𝐛



📷 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 (𝐜) Lawrence Acompañado & Reigh Ganzon
📝 𝐂𝐨𝐩𝐲𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫 (𝐜) Elizabeth Balista & Stephanie Perdicos

06/12/2025

The program has transitioned into its most anticipated highlight—the presentation of the major awards. This moment brings together the talent, dedication, and creativity showcased throughout the Samalikwa Interschool Film Festival. We are honored to witness the recognition of outstanding works and to celebrate the exceptional achievements of our participating schools and filmmakers.

𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐀𝐋𝐌𝐀𝐂 & 𝐂𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐊𝐥𝐚𝐛



📷 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 (𝐜) Lawrence Acompañado & Reigh Ganzon
📝 𝐂𝐨𝐩𝐲𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫 (𝐜) Gab Bullicer & Raven Waminal

06/12/2025

The final day of the Samalikwa Interschool Film Festival continues with our much-anticipated Awards Night. Earlier this evening, guests and participants joined us for dinner before we proceeded to the announcement of the major awardees. We are grateful for the presence and support of everyone who has been part of today’s program.

𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐀𝐋𝐌𝐀𝐂 & 𝐂𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐊𝐥𝐚𝐛



📷 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 (𝐜) Lawrence Acompañado & Reigh Ganzon
📝 𝐂𝐨𝐩𝐲𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫 (𝐜) Gab Bullicer & Raven Waminal

06/12/2025

The stage comes alive as we take a break from the screenings!
Enjoy this vibrant performance keeping the energy high and the festival spirit bright before we dive back into more bold and inspiring stories

𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐀𝐋𝐌𝐀𝐂 & 𝐂𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐊𝐥𝐚𝐛



📷 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 (𝐜) Lawrence Acompañado & Reigh Ganzon
📝 𝐂𝐨𝐩𝐲𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫 (𝐜) Elizabeth Balista & Stephanie Perdicos

06/12/2025

𝙎𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙬𝙖 𝙁𝙞𝙡𝙢 𝙁𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙡 honors outstanding creativity, dedication, and innovation with its Special Awards.

These recognitions celebrate filmmakers who went above and beyond, showcasing bold storytelling, fresh perspectives, and unforgettable moments on screen.

𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐀𝐋𝐌𝐀𝐂 & 𝐂𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐊𝐥𝐚𝐛



📷 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 (𝐜) Reigh Ganzon & Lawrence Acompañado
📝 𝐂𝐨𝐩𝐲𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫 (𝐜) Elizabeth Balista & Stephanie Perdicos

06/12/2025

We’re honored to welcome Director Ericson Navarro as our guest speaker, sharing insights, experiences, and inspiration with aspiring filmmakers.

His journey encourages students to explore creativity, push boundaries, and bring their bold visions to life.

𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐀𝐋𝐌𝐀𝐂 & 𝐂𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐊𝐥𝐚𝐛



📷 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 (𝐜) Reigh Ganzon & Lawrence Acompañado
📝 𝐂𝐨𝐩𝐲𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫 (𝐜) Elizabeth Balista & Stephanie Perdicos