THE FILM DEVELOPMENT Council is conducting a historical scriptwriting contest open to Filipinos all over the world in line with the year 2011 being a marker for several important events in Philippine history, such as our National Hero Jose P. Rizal's 150th birthday, the country's 65th year of independence from America, and the People Power Revolution's 25th anniversary. Its aim is to promote the development and growth of the Philippine film industry as a medium to uplift aesthetic, cultural and social values for a better understanding and appreciation of the Filipino identity. The contest's theme is historical non-fiction, and scripts should delve into the lives of unsung heroes of Philippine history. Should the scriptwriter prefer to concentrate on the stories of already known characters, he should be able to present facts that do not appear in textbooks. Deadline of submission of entries is March 20, 2010, and contest winners will be announced on Independence Day of this year. For details, contact Abi Portillo at fdcphil@yahoo.com.
