Filipino filmmakers Don Josephus Raphael Eblahan and Carl Joseph Papa continue to elevate Philippine cinema on the international stage with their latest projects — "Hum" and "Sentinel," both officially selected for the Talent Project Market at the 2025 Berlinale Co-Production Market. This milestone underscores the global recognition of Filipino storytelling and its growing relevance in the international film industry.
Eblahan's trajectory as a filmmaker has been nothing short of remarkable. His debut short film, "The Headhunter's Daughter," catapulted him to global prominence after winning the Grand Jury Prize for Short Film at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival. This powerful narrative, which delved into indigenous identity and resilience, solidified Eblahan's distinct voice in contemporary cinema and marked a turning point in his career.
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