NOTES FROM THE CHAIR

Most of the time, the sincerest, deepest human emotions can only be said without the nuance of words — perhaps this is the reason, too, why a quiet tear can mean overwhelming joy, or a longing look speaks of a great yearning. Sometimes, silence speaks volumes and conveys the profundity of the most poignant emotions.

This November, it is with much excitement that we at the Film Development Council of the Philippines welcome you to this year's International Silent Film Festival Manila (ISFFM).

The columnist at the 10th International Silent Film Festival Manila.