Sine Negrense opens submissions for 10th Negros Island Film Festival

 

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Sine Negrense: Negros Island Film Festival has officially opened submissions for its 2026 Film Competition, inviting filmmakers from across Negros Island to share stories that celebrate the island's people, culture, and creative spirit as the festival marks its 10th edition this November.

Entries will be accepted until October 1, 2026.

Since its inaugural edition in 2017, Sine Negrense has grown into one of the region's leading platforms for independent filmmaking, championing original works by Negrense storytellers and helping cultivate a new generation of filmmakers through annual screenings, industry partnerships, and competition.

"The 10th edition of Sine Negrense marks an important milestone for the festival and for regional filmmaking in Negros Island," said Co-Festival Director Banjo Hinolan. "We encourage both new and experienced filmmakers to share their stories and take part in this year's competition. We look forward to discovering films that showcase the creativity, culture, and diverse experiences of our communities."

The 2026 competition welcomes eligible entries from student, amateur, and professional filmmakers from Negros Island. Selected films will be presented during the festival this November, where they will be screened before audiences and evaluated by a panel of filmmaking peoplers and industry professionals.

Complete information on eligibility requirements, competition rules, submission materials, technical specifications, and the online entry form is available through the Sine Negrense: Negros Island Film Festival official social media pages. Filmmakers may access the Guidelines and Online Entry Form through the link provided in the festival's Call for Entries announcement.

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