HPUP SINE: Ang Sining at Imahinasyon sa Naratibo't Ekspresiyon ng Pelikulang Pilipino

A vibrant celebration of Philippine cinema unfolded at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) as “HPUP SINE: Ang Sining at Imahinasyon sa Naratibo't Ekspresiyon ng Pelikulang Pilipino" took center stage on June 27, 2025, at PUP Bulwagang Bonifacio. The event consisted of two sessions, running from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM and from 1:10 PM to 5:00 PM, and brought together students from various universities, including partner schools, along with members of the media and organizations for a day of creative discourse and cinematic appreciation. 

Hataw PUP organized this event in collaboration with EdukSine Studios, a platform for accessible and progressive cinema. This event spotlighted the richness and value of Filipino narratives and the power of film as a vehicle for cultural expression, social commentary, and understanding of personal, social, and political narratives. 

To set an engaging and welcoming tone, participants were treated to a series of fun and interactive icebreakers, which energized the crowd and encouraged active participation throughout the day. The highlight of this event was the screening of Isang Himala: The Musical, a film directed by Pepe Diokno. It also featured talkback sessions that highlighted the various significances of Filipino cinema and how the storytelling of Isang Himala: The Musical captured everyone’s heart and soul. 

Throughout the sessions, it showed that HPUP SINE was not just a viewing event, it was a celebration of social dialogue, historical reflection, and cultural preservation. It also encouraged participants to see film as more than entertainment, but as a tool for understanding and acknowledging the essence of critical discourse. 

The success of the event would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors and partner organizations, whose contributions helped turn this vision into a reality. HATAW PUP would also like to extend our gratitude to our academic partners, media collaborators, and to all attendees who participated in uplifting Filipino artistry and student initiatives. 

As the curtains closed at 5:00 PM, participants left the venue with renewed appreciation and knowledge for Filipino cinema and its role in shaping our culture and national consciousness. HPUP SINE succeeded in more than just screening a film but also in creating a safe and stimulating space for telling stories that matter in terms of building a future that values truth, creativity, and community. 

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David 'Master Pogi' D'Angelo

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