SineMa 2026
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Date: June 19 to 20, 2026
Venue: Studio Bell, home of National Music Center, 850 4 St. SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1R1
Festival Positioning (2026):
A multicultural film festival rooted in Filipino storytelling, SineMa spotlights Calgary and Canadian filmmakers while fostering a strong cultural bridge with the Philippines. For 2026, hosted at Studio Bell, the festival will integrate music and dance into its programming, reflecting the venue’s artistic spirit and expanding the audience experience. SineMa 2026 will be a vibrant celebration of film, music, arts, and culture.
June 19: Feature Film Screening – Treasure of the Rice Terraces
When a Filipino Canadian filmmaker returns to his homeland to reconnect with his roots, he learns about the ancient art of Kalinga tattooing from the legendary 108-year-old artist, Apo Whang-od, discovering how this once-forgotten tradition has shaped the Filipino identity today.
June 20: 1:00PM Local Shorts Block (Canada-focused)
Assembly, The Boxing Ring, Roots to Table, Nasaan
June 20: 7:00PM - Final Philippine Feature Film – Ang Larawan
Venue: Studio Bell, home of National Music Center, 850 4 St. SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1R1
Festival Positioning (2026):
A multicultural film festival rooted in Filipino storytelling, SineMa spotlights Calgary and Canadian filmmakers while fostering a strong cultural bridge with the Philippines. For 2026, hosted at Studio Bell, the festival will integrate music and dance into its programming, reflecting the venue’s artistic spirit and expanding the audience experience. SineMa 2026 will be a vibrant celebration of film, music, arts, and culture.
June 19: Feature Film Screening – Treasure of the Rice Terraces
When a Filipino Canadian filmmaker returns to his homeland to reconnect with his roots, he learns about the ancient art of Kalinga tattooing from the legendary 108-year-old artist, Apo Whang-od, discovering how this once-forgotten tradition has shaped the Filipino identity today.
June 20: 1:00PM Local Shorts Block (Canada-focused)
Assembly, The Boxing Ring, Roots to Table, Nasaan
June 20: 7:00PM - Final Philippine Feature Film – Ang Larawan
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Where is it happening?
Studio Bell, 510 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0S1, Canada
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Host or PublisherFIESTA FILIPINO
