MANILA, Philippines — The romance drama “I’mPerfect,” written and directed by Sigrid Andrea Bernardo, led the winners at the 51st Metro Manila Film Festival Gabi ng Parangal, winning Best Picture during the awards night held Dec. 27 at the Dusit Thani Hotel in Makati City.
The inclusive film, which centers on the romantic relationship between two adults with Down syndrome, also earned Best Actress for Krystel Go and Best Ensemble.
“I’mPerfect” was followed by “UnMarry,” which placed second for Best Picture, while “Manila’s Finest” and “Call Me Mother” tied for third.
The annual awards ceremony honors outstanding Filipino films and artists before the Metro Manila Film Festival opens in cinemas nationwide.
Here’s the complete list of winners:
Complete list of winners
Best Picture: “I’mPerfect”
2nd Best Picture: “UnMarry”
3rd Best Picture: “Manila’s Finest” and “Call Me Mother”
Best Actor: Vice Ganda, “Call Me Mother”
Best Actress: Krystel Go, “I’mPerfect”
Best Breakthrough Performance: Zack Sibug, “UnMarry”
Best Screenplay: Chris Martinez and Therese Cayaba, “UnMarry”
Best Actor in a Supporting Role: Tom Rodriguez, “UnMarry”
Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Odette Khan, “Bar Boys: After School”
Best Child Performer: Lucas Andalio, “Call Me Mother”
Best Cinematography: Raymond Red, “Manila’s Finest”
Best Original Theme Song: “Manila’s Finest”
Best Sound: “Manila’s Finest”
Best Musical Score: “Manila’s Finest”
Best Editing: “UnMarry”
Best Production Design: “Manila’s Finest”
Best Visual Effects: “Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins”
Best Ensemble: “I’mPerfect”
Gatpuno Villegas Cultural Award: “Manila’s Finest”
FPJ Memorial Award: “Bar Boys: After School”
Gender Sensitivity Award: “Call Me Mother”
Male and Female Stars of the Night: Will Ashley and Dustin Yu, and Bianca de Vera
Best Float: “Manila’s Finest” and “UnMarry”
The awards night featured musical performances by Jona, Rabin Angeles and Angela Muji, as well as “The Voice” U.S. champion Sofronio Vasquez. The ceremony was hosted by KaladKaren, Enchong Dee, Maoui David and Michael Sager.
The 51st MMFF runs through January 14, 2026.
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