Following claims that one person, purportedly a seasoned director with a government-appointed post, controlled the awards ceremony, "Gabi ng Parangal," the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) has drawn criticism.
Critics and onlookers were disappointed, saying that the verdict was the product of manipulation by this powerful individual rather than a fair representation of the jury's collective thinking.
The director's forceful authority, which reportedly ignored the viewpoints of other jurors, and a midstream change in the scoring method plagued the deliberate process, according to insiders.
According to the reports, this person essentially ignored the jury's opinions in favor of his own by pressuring them to agree with his preferences.
Critics have questioned why the MMDA and MMFF are being blamed for the outcomes, arguing that the film expert's purported manipulation should be held accountable instead.
On social media, fans of multi-awarded performers Eugene Domingo and Aga Muhlach protested that the MMFF had "snubbed" these two accomplished entertainment figures.
They contended that rather than directing the process to fit his goals, the seasoned director, who was regarded as an authority in the film business, ought to have maintained honesty and equity.
Concerns over the possible influence of influential people on what is supposed to be a celebration of excellence in Philippine cinema have been raised by the scandal, which has spurred discussions about the fairness and transparency of the MMFF's selection process.
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