Quezon City Joins UNESCO's Global Film City Network

In a significant achievement, Quezon City, the Philippines has joined UNESCO's global network of Creative Cities of Film, becoming one of the first Southeast Asian cities to earn this prestigious designation. The recognition arrives as the Philippine metropolis embraces its identity as QC Film City during this year's QCinema International Film Festival.

The city's mayor, Joy Belmonte, celebrated the milestone, stating that "QC Film City is now a name that will forever be etched in the legacy of every filmmaker, artist, and storyteller who has shaped our city's vibrant film heritage." The UNESCO designation positions Quezon City to strengthen labor protections through the Eddie Garcia Law, ensuring fair wages and safe working conditions for film workers.

To further bolster the local film industry, the Quezon City Film Commission is rolling out three major initiatives: the QC Screen Academy, a public training hub; the Global Producers Exchange, a platform for regional collaboration; and the Southeast Asia Film Summit, an annual gathering of industry leaders. These efforts aim to develop sustainable talent programs and pursue global recognition for Filipino filmmakers.

As Liza Diño, the executive director of the Quezon City Film Commission, emphasized, this achievement represents "a call to deepen our commitment to creative governance and cultural sustainability." The city is now ready to open its doors to collaboration and continue building a thriving environment where stories and creativity empower every citizen.