WHAT IS QCFC?
ABOUT THE COMMISSION
The Quezon City Film Commission (QCFC) supports the local film and screen industry, promotes Quezon City as a hub for local and international productions, and drives economic and cultural growth. Operating under the Office of the City Mayor, QCFC develops programs and policies for industry stakeholders, aiming to establish Quezon City as a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable global creative hub.
OUR MISSION
INSPIRING FILMMAKING EXCELLENCE
To promote and support the development of a vibrant and sustainable film industry that reflects the unique culture and perspectives of Quezon City, showcase the diversity and creativity of the local talent while also engaging with audiences worldwide.
OUR VISION
LEADING IN FILM INNOVATION
To make Quezon City a hub for creative talents, fostering an environment where filmmakers can bring their stories to life.
LEADERSHIP AND TEAM
LEADERSHIP
JOY BELMONTE
Chairperson/Mayor
LEADERSHIP
LIZA DIÑO
Executive Director
QUEZON CITY'S BID FOR UNESCO CREATIVE CITY OF FILM
Quezon City is proud to announce its application to join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) as a Creative City of Film. This initiative underscores our commitment to fostering a dynamic film industry, supporting local and international filmmakers, and strengthening our position as a hub for creative and cultural exchange.
Quezon city has long championed film as a vital cultural and economic force. Through this designation, we aim to expand opportunities for filmmakers, encourage global collaborations, and further integrate film into the city’s sustainable development plans.
Stay tuned as we continue this journey towards making Quezon City a recognized global center for film and creativity.
LOCAL FILM INDUSTRY STATISTICS & ECONOMIC IMPACT
USD 37M Film Industry Revenue from 2022-2023
Around 80% of Domestic Box Office Sales Nationwide by QC- produced films
70% of Nation’s Film Workers live in QC
600 titles premiered in QCIFF since 2013
What is Quezon City?
ABOUT THE CITY
Quezon City has been at the heart of Philippine cinema for 105 years, shaping the country’s film industry from its golden era to today.
During the cinematic golden era in 1950s and 1960s, the city was home to two of the nation’s “big four” studios, Sampaguita Pictures and LVN Pictures, which produced nearly 300 films annually and pioneered cinematic techniques that defined Filipino storytelling. It became the thriving ground for National Artists for Film like Lino Brocka, Ishmael Bernal, and Ricky Lee who used film as a platform for social commentary, particularly during the Martial Law era of the 1970s and 1980s. Since then, this diverse community has become the wealthiest city in the Philippines, boasting a net asset of USD 7.32 billion in 2023.
QC as the Entertainment Capital of the Philippines
Today, Quezon City remains a center for culture, entertainment, and media, with a thriving ecosystem of production companies, post-production facilities, cinemas, and film archives. It is home to leading networks ABS-CBN and GMA, the country’s highest concentration of film workers and guilds, and premier film education institutions like the University of the Philippines Film Institute. In its 12th year, the QCinema International Film Festival continues to nurture both emerging talent and global cinematic voices.
From its pioneering studios to its modern creative ecosystem, Quezon City remains the beating heart of Philippine cinema.
DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION?
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CONTACT INFORMATION & OFFICE LOCATION