CMB Film Services, Inc. is partnering with Puregold CinePanalo to support Filipino filmmakers with equipment grants

CMB Film Services, Inc., a well-known provider of edge lighting and camera equipment in the Philippine film and television industry, has partnered with Puregold CinePanalo to provide equipment rental for eight (8) selected film projects in the 2025 series. festival.

Aimed at empowering emerging and seasoned directors, these fellowships will give grant recipients access to high-quality resources, and encourage them to take their creative ideas to new heights.

With over thirty years in the industry, CMB Film Services, Inc. has achieved its status as a trusted name in film and television by consistently providing the tools and knowledge needed to make local productions reach international standards.

The landmark partnership will allow CMB Film Services, Inc. to continue pursuing its mission of supporting Filipino filmmakers and enthusiasts, specifically benefiting the Puregold CinePanalo full-length grant recipients through the use of state-of-the-art equipment and expert technical assistance.

In making this collaboration, CMB Film Services, Inc. will work closely with festival organizers and filmmakers to finalize equipment to be rented—and rental terms. This includes ensuring that all equipment provided meets the required quality and safety standards, is delivered on time to film locations, and is properly maintained.

In addition, CMB Film Services, Inc. will provide technical support and equipment maintenance services throughout the rental period, ensuring a seamless production experience.

“We are delighted with the success of last year’s Puregold CinePanalo Festival and are very excited to partner with Puregold this year,” said Jaime G. Baltazar, President and Managing Director of CMB Film Services, Inc. “As part of the industry, we believe in helping Puregold achieve its goals. We know that Puregold CinePanalo is making history with film, and we want to be a part of that.”

Meanwhile, Ivy Hayagan-Piedad, Chief Marketing Officer of Puregold, expressed her gratitude for the partnership that drives Puregold CinePanalo Films to reach the highest level. “Such cooperation is important in sharing our vision of excellence,” asserts Piedad. “We commend CMB for its commitment to delivering an exceptional cinema experience.”

The second edition of Puregold CinePanalo returns with its theme “Mga Kwentong Panalo ng Buhay.” Budding moviegoers and moviegoers are happy to know that the festival is now offering an additional grant of P3,000,000 to eight feature-length films from professional and novice directors, and P150,000 to twenty-five promising short films by student filmmakers.

Presentations for this year’s festival were completed in July and August, and negotiations for some film projects are ongoing. At the Puregold CinePanalo Awards Night scheduled for March 19, 2025, Filipino filmmakers will once again be recognized and celebrated for their outstanding works.

The first Puregold CinePanalo, held in March 2024, featured full-length films from famous directors such as Kurt Soberano, Sigrid Bernardo, and Joel Ferrer, as well as student shorts from institutions such as the University of the Philippines Diliman, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, and University of Santo Tomas. The festival’s mission to develop Filipino storytellers continues to inspire and support the next generation of filmmakers, and showcases the beauty and power of Filipino culture.

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