The Philippines selects Rafael Manuel’s film “Filipiñana” as its official entry for the Best International Feature category at the 99th Academy Awards. Both outlets report that the choice is made through a national selection process and that the film is among a small shortlist considered for the honor.
“Filipiñana,” written and directed by Manuel, is described as a Sundance-winning debut. One outlet also characterizes the film as a class-focused satire set within an elite country club in Manila. The movie is distributed internationally by Kino Lorber, with the company’s leadership commenting on the selection.
While coverage differs on emphasis—one focuses on the formal selection details, and another highlights the film’s genre and setting—both accounts agree on the core outcome: “Filipiñana” is the Philippines’ nominated submission for the Oscars’ international feature race.
