CPU Sigrab Film Festival

CPU Sigrab Film Festival Established in 2017, Sigrab Film Festival is the official film festival of Central Philippine University, initiated by the AB Mass Communication program.

It serves as a platform for filmmaking and advocacy. The SIGRAB Film Festival is an avenue for Centralians to showcase their storytelling skills, artistic talents and creativity through filmmaking- seeking to support original Ilonggo film creations by young Centralians.

17/04/2026

𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 '𝟮𝟲: CBA exults in Sigrab ’26 victory, takes home Best Short Film award

In this year’s Sigrab Film Festival Awards Night, the College of Business and Accountancy (CBA) rejoices as their film was declared Best Short Film, April 17.

The Best Short Film award is the final recognition announced in the Awards Night and unveils the overall champion of the Sigrab Film Festival.

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𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 '𝟮𝟲: CBA’s ‘IKNIKMSI’ returns as Best Short Film after 5-year bid, sweeps five special awardsCollege of Business ...
17/04/2026

𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 '𝟮𝟲: CBA’s ‘IKNIKMSI’ returns as Best Short Film after 5-year bid, sweeps five special awards

College of Business and Accountancy (CBA) secured the Best Short Film award at the SIGRAB Film Festival 2026 with “IKNIKMSI (Iníng Kánta nga Índì ko Mahambál sa imó),” today.

The entry also won Production Design, Best Original Soundtrack, Best Supporting Actress, and Best Cinematography.

‘IKNIKMSI’ marked the college’s first live-audience victory after consistent participation since 2018, with its previous win as best short film held during the pandemic via online screening in 2021.

Directed by Alexus Jan Yap and written by Jaylord Juadiong, the Hiligaynon musical drama follows Alon, a son navigating a home silenced by grief, as he attempts to reclaim his voice through music despite his father’s refusal to confront their loss.

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𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 '𝟮𝟲: CHM soars to Special Jury Prize with ‘Sa Mga Panganod’College of Hospitality Management (CHM) bagged the Spe...
17/04/2026

𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 '𝟮𝟲: CHM soars to Special Jury Prize with ‘Sa Mga Panganod’

College of Hospitality Management (CHM) bagged the Special Jury Prize at the Sigrab Film Festival 2026 for their short film “Sa Mga Panganod”, today.

Directed by Chiara Belle Cabiten, from a screenplay written by Shanz Angel Fabila and Zaharra Nicole Estandarte, the film follows Maya, a graduating tourism student, who sets out to capture images for a tourism video promoting the Philippines under the banner “It’s More Fun in the Philippines.”

The film entry also earned awards for Best Actress, Best Editing, and Best Director.

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𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 '𝟮𝟲: ‘ANGGID’ brings home Second Jury Prize for CON“ANGGID” of the College of Nursing (CON) secured the Second Ju...
17/04/2026

𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 '𝟮𝟲: ‘ANGGID’ brings home Second Jury Prize for CON

“ANGGID” of the College of Nursing (CON) secured the Second Jury Prize at the Sigrab Film Festival 2026, today.

Directed by Zian Christian Lirazan, from a screenplay written by Cheyn Everest Ban and Bryant Padasay, the film follows a young painter on the brink of graduation as he embarks on a journey with his best friend to complete a bucket list after a devastating loss.

The film entry also earned awards for Best Supporting Actor, Best Actor, and Best Screenplay.

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𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 '𝟮𝟲: COEd’s ‘NATIPIGAN’ wins People’s Choice AwardCollege of Education (COEd) bagged the People’s Choice Award at...
17/04/2026

𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 '𝟮𝟲: COEd’s ‘NATIPIGAN’ wins People’s Choice Award

College of Education (COEd) bagged the People’s Choice Award at the Sigrab Film Festival 2026, with their short film “NATIPIGAN”, today.

The People’s Choice Award is given to the production team whose short film poster garners the highest number of valid positive reactions on the official SIGRAB Film Festival page.

This year, the poster for “NATIPIGAN” amassed almost 1,500 reactions during the voting period from April 10 to 14, on its official Facebook post.

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𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 '𝟮𝟲: Citadines picks CAS’ ‘Alas Sais’ as Awardee“Alas Sais” of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) claimed t...
17/04/2026

𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 '𝟮𝟲: Citadines picks CAS’ ‘Alas Sais’ as Awardee

“Alas Sais” of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) claimed the Citadines’ Award at the Sigrab Film Festival 2026, today.

The Award, handpicked by Citadines Amigo Iloilo, is a special recognition for the college whose short film best showcases Iloilo City.

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𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 '𝟮𝟲: Sigrab Film Festival 2026 reveals its Top 5 Short Film finalists, selected from among this year’s competing ...
17/04/2026

𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 '𝟮𝟲: Sigrab Film Festival 2026 reveals its Top 5 Short Film finalists, selected from among this year’s competing departments and colleges.

In no particular order, the Top 5 short films are:

Senior High School’s (SHS) “Isla”
College of Business and Accountancy’s (CBA) “IKNIKMSI”
College of Computer Studies’ (CCS) “Ang Gin Lubong nga Tubig”
College of Hospitality Management’s (CHM) “Sa Mga Panganod”
College of Nursing’s (CON) “ANGGID”

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𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 ’𝟮𝟲: CHM named Best DirectorChiara Belle Cabiten, the director of the College of Hospitality Management’s (CHM) e...
17/04/2026

𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 ’𝟮𝟲: CHM named Best Director

Chiara Belle Cabiten, the director of the College of Hospitality Management’s (CHM) entry “Sa mga Panganod”, earns Best Director, showcasing strong creative vision and leadership behind the film.

The award is given to the director who effectively brings together all elements of filmmaking into one complete and cohesive work.

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𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 ’𝟮𝟲: CON triumphs in Best Screenplay“ANGGID”, the College of Nursing’s (CON) entry, takes Best Screenplay for its...
17/04/2026

𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 ’𝟮𝟲: CON triumphs in Best Screenplay

“ANGGID”, the College of Nursing’s (CON) entry, takes Best Screenplay for its well-crafted and engaging narrative.

This award recognizes excellence in writing, including plot structure, dialogue, and overall storytelling.

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𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 ’𝟮𝟲: CBA captures Best Cinematography“IKNIKMSI (Iníng Kánta nga Índì ko Mahambál sa Imó)”, the College of Busines...
17/04/2026

𝗖𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯 ’𝟮𝟲: CBA captures Best Cinematography

“IKNIKMSI (Iníng Kánta nga Índì ko Mahambál sa Imó)”, the College of Business and Accountancy’s (CBA) entry, wins Best Cinematography, highlighting exceptional visual composition and camera work.

The award honors the film’s use of lighting, framing, and movement to enhance storytelling.

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