𝗟𝗔 𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗗’𝗦 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗠 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗗𝗘𝗦 𝗦𝗨𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗙𝗨𝗟𝗟𝗬

The first-ever Stories of the Valley Film Festival successfully concluded in La Trinidad after a five-day celebration of local cinema held from May 4 to 8, 2026.

The festival showcased films highlighting the culture, identity, and lived experiences of Benguet and the Cordillera, giving emerging and amateur filmmakers a meaningful platform to share local stories on screen.

Mayor Roderick C. Awingan reaffirmed the local government’s support for the growth of the local film industry and commended Festival Director Shemen Padua, the organizers, jurors, filmmakers, students, guests, and supporters for helping preserve and promote Cordilleran culture through cinema.

The closing program also featured awards and recognition rites, with the participation of guests Eric Kelly, Rhenuel Ordoño and Analene Bangsi-il of Ang Daan Patungong Kalimugtong, and jurors Julius Lumiqued, Richard Cawed, Dean Michael Cuanso, and CV Altatis.

The success of the festival marks a promising step forward for regional storytelling, inspiring more creatives to bring La Trinidad and Cordilleran stories to wider audiences.

Author: D. Molitas

Photographer: RCO

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