FILM ASIA

Filipino filmmaker Arvin Belarmino, who has previously established his reputation with dynamic short films such as Radicals  and Agapito , is currently immersed in the final stages of production for his inaugural feature film, Ria . This project stands out as Belarmino’s most intensely personal work, deeply rooted in the political activism and real-life experiences of the punk community in Metro Manila. Set over a condensed period of five days, Ria  focuses on the last remain

The highly accomplished Filipino actor, Dennis Trillo, recently secured his status as the best in Asia after winning the Best Actor in a Leading Role category for his critically acclaimed inspirational drama, Green Bones, at the 2025 Asian Academy Creative Awards (AAA) held in Singapore. Trillo emerged victorious over a strong field of leading actors from across eleven Asian countries, notably including Hollywood star Jacob Elordi (nominated for The Narrow Road to the Deep No

Japanese filmmaker Yurina Kaneko, recognized for her distinct vision in the 2023 debut People Who Talk to Plushies Are Kind , is currently developing her highly anticipated sophomore feature, Where All Things Drowse . This new project signifies an expansion of Kaneko’s ongoing fascination with non-human perspectives, the presence of ghosts, and the remnants of forgotten human culture. Kaneko has rapidly established herself as one of the most distinctive young voices in Japane

The 30th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) has named director Chung Jiyoung as the distinguished recipient of the Korean Cinema Award. Chung, who made his professional debut with Mist Whispers Like Women in 1982, has cultivated a forty-year career marked by both critical and popular acclaim, consistently tackling the darker undercurrents of Korean society and exploring themes of generational trauma. His highly notable filmography includes works that courageously engag

Celebrated Chinese film editor Li Yongyi is set to make his highly anticipated directorial debut with the noir feature film "Deep In The...

Award-winning Singaporean filmmaker Anthony Chen, celebrated for his intimate and emotionally resonant dramas, has officially commenced...

In a highly anticipated event ahead of the 18th Asian Film Awards, legendary Taiwanese sound design maestro Tu Duu-chih, a recipient of...

Acclaimed Singaporean editor Armiliah Aripin has been announced as a key editor for "Mare's Nest," the highly anticipated new film from...

Award-winning Taiwanese film editor Hoping Chen has been brought on board as the editor for director Anthony Chen's highly anticipated...

Veteran South Korean cinematographer Kim Ji-yong has been announced as the Director of Photography for a highly anticipated new Korean...

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has appointed Singaporean Cinematographer Justin Ivan Hong as Director of Photography for...

Renowned Thai Cinematographer Sayombhu Mukdeeprom has been announced as the Director of Photography for an upcoming major international...

Acclaimed Afghan filmmaker Siddiq Barmak has announced he is developing a new feature film, marking his return to directing after a...

Following the critical success of "Monster," Palme d'Or winning director Hirokazu Kore-eda has announced his next project: a new Netflix...

Master South Korean filmmaker Lee Chang-dong is set to make his television debut by directing the first-ever TV series adaptation of F....

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has revealed that Justin Ivan Hong will take over the helm as Director of Photography for...

A deeply poignant announcement has emerged from the world of cinema and music: a new film titled "Opus" will capture the final concert...

Acclaimed Chinese director Lou Ye has announced his latest project, tentatively titled "An Unfinished Film" (一部未完成的电影). Known for his...

Fresh off his Academy Award win for "Drive My Car," Japanese auteur Ryusuke Hamaguchi has announced his next feature film, "Evil Does Not...

Award-winning Singaporean filmmaker Anthony Chen is set to make his English-language feature debut with "Drift," starring Oscar nominee...