Alumni & Student News

"IAFT was the springboard of my being in the entertainment industry. It was there, that all opportunities started."

ELI RAZO

Certificate Program in Performing Arts-Acting 2012 – IAFT Cebu

"I’m a proud graduate of IAFT Cebu. I’m from Iloilo City where we don’t have formalized trainings in filmmaking. IAFT prepared me for opportunities I encountered along the way. I had so much fun and I met talented students who eventually became my family in making films. IAFT will lay the groundwork to a successful filmmaking career."

TM MALONES

Diploma Program in Filmmaking 2012 – IAFT Cebu

"This institute helps filmmakers reach their potentials through hard work and effort."

KEVIN GADRINAB

IAFT Graduate - Certificate Program in Filmmaking

"IAFT surpassed my expectations and provided me with a very useful set of skills."

MARIA MCGEE

IAFT Graduate - Diploma Program in Filmmaking

"I enjoyed the experience I had here. In the 10 months, I have grown so much. I was surprised by the many opportunities I've had. I feel that I have now the skills to face this industry head on. I would recommend IAFT to anyone who wants to start pursuing their dreams."

ANNE ADELA MAY CAMPBELL

IAFT Graduate - Diploma Performing Arts - Acting

"IAFT Cebu is the perfect environment to launch anyone's career as a filmmaker. You are always surrounded by like-minded schoolmates who are as passionate for filmmaking as you are, and constantly encouraged by mentors who want to see you succeed in this industry. Add to that being in a tropical island paradise and it makes for a truly unforgettable experience!"

BANI LOGROÑO

IAFT Graduate - Diploma Program in Filmmaking

"Going to IAFT Cebu was the best decision I have ever made. I met a lot of amazing people and formed beautiful friendships with them. One of my best experiences happened in the acting studio with the great Alex Murphy. I have enjoyed all of his classes and learned a lot from him. He is one of the reasons why I'm now taking a degree in theater arts."

DIANE ZARAGOZA

IAFT Graduate - Diploma Program in Performing Arts-Acting

"IAFT has opened my mind in ways I didn't really expect."

KAITLYN MAJETICH

IAFT Student - Diploma Program in Filmmaking

IAFT Graduate - Diploma Program in Filmmaking

"IAFT gives you the opportunity to practice your craft and walk away with a marketable skill."

KENNETH ROY

IAFT Student - Diploma Program in Filmmaking

IAFT Graduate - Diploma Program in Filmmaking

"I wanted to pursue my passion of visual mediums, connect to a large audience, and express my point of view. Then, I found IAFT as the most appropriate film school because of its location and fair pricing. Being an international school, IAFT also has a special multicultural aspect - english is spoken! I could exercise my english at the same time!"

SHEZHAD AZIM

IAFT Student - Diploma Program in Filmmaking

IAFT Graduate - Diploma Program in Filmmaking

"It is hard to survive as an artist but with IAFT's help, it will be better."

SHILTON CALAMBA

IAFT Student - Diploma Program in Filmmaking

IAFT Graduate - Diploma Program in Filmmaking

"My time at IAFT Cebu was one full of love, fun, and adventure."

WILLIAM T. JONES

US Veteran and IAFT Alumni

"I truly had the time of my life in IAFT and I'm so glad that I made the decision to come here. I've met some of the most amazing people in my life who will always be in my heart. It's just the most amazing feeling in the world to be surrounded by people from different walks of life who have the same crazy ambition as yours and at the same time support you and wish you success. The moment I came to IAFT, I had that feeling of being home and I knew right away that I belong here."

ZYRA SHEMITHA

IAFT - Graduate Diploma Program in performing arts-acting

IAFT Filmmaking Alumni Dominate CineFilipino Film Festival 2018 - The International Academy of Film and Television Cebu (IAFT Cebu) Filmmaking Program Alumni bagged the top prizes at the CINEFILIPINO Film Festival 2018 awards at the Kia Theatre held last May 12, 2018. Alec Figuracion’s “The Eternity Between Seconds” tops the contenders, winning BEST FILM, BEST DIRECTION, and BEST EDITING as well as BEST […]
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Filmmaker Spotlight: Victor Kaiba Villanueva - Since it’s founding in 2004, IAFT has produced countless of professionals, some of which became movers and shakers in the entertainment industry. One such Alumnus is Victor Kaiba Villanueva, director of the multi-awarded feature film “Patay na si Hesus” (Hesus is Dead) and recent recipient of Inquirer’s Indie Bravo! Awards. Let’s get to know more […]
IAFT Alumni Dominate Sinulog Short Film Festival 2018 - International Academy of Film and Television Filmmaking Alumnus, Christian Paolo Lat, has once again dominated the Sinulog Short Film Festival, an annual showcase of local filmmakers held in Cebu, Philippines. Lat’s short film, “Ginhawa” (Breathe), a story about a boxer who finds the meaning of life, won Best Short Film, Best Editing, Best Cinematography, […]
IAFT Love Stories: Bani and Mai - When a simple “Hello” ends up with a binding promise of “I do,” stories like this makes us believe that happily ever after does exist in the real world. IAFT Filmmaking Alumni Bani Logroño and Mai Guillermo Logroño prove that a simple act of kindness goes a long way, all the way to forever […]

CHARMAINE SALVADOR – Diploma Program in Filmmaking – 2016

AWARDS / ACHIEVEMENTS:

Director, Editor, Videographer and Online Content Editor for Team Marnue Manicad Productions International

KAITLYN MAJETICH – Graduate of Filmmaking and Performing Arts-Acting

AWARDS / ACHIEVEMENTS:

Art Director of I found my heart in Santa Fe Movie
Supporting Cast of the movie, I found my heart in Santa Fe

LEE BUTCHER – Diploma Program in Filmmaking – 2016

AWARDS / ACHIEVEMENTS:

Egypt Film Fest Finalist for “Ayaw ko’g Sunda” thesis film
Burien Film Festival Finalist for “Ayaw ko’g Sunda” thesis film
Digwa Filipino Film Showcase of Seattle “Ayaw ko’g Sunda” thesis film

CHRISTIAN PAOLO LAT – Filmmaking and Performing Arts-Acting

Miracle Commercial Director June 2016 Present

Shooting films and video commercials and music videos for different countries including U.S.A, France, Sweden and Canada.

Cinematographer/Editor Sultan Qudarat July 2016 Present

In charge of the visual aesthetic of the film from the production up to the post-production.

First Unit Camera Bigfoot Studios January 2016 March 2016

Shooting Reality TV shows based on Los Angeles and it was shown around the world.

Film Professor International Academy of Film and Television Oct. 2015 Feb. 2016

In charge of school’s Open house as a motivational speaker to new students.
Taught multiple key subjects including Directing and Film Festival Distribution.

Director Plenus Publishing May 2015 Dec.2016

Making a movie trailer out of a book and developing it into a feature film.

CEO/Director/Writer/Actor – Wolfpac Films May 2014 Present

Filmography and Awards

“Birds”(Short Film) Metro Manila Film Festival 2016
“Séjour” Cannes Film Festival Court Metrage 2016
Los Angeles International Philippines Festival 2016
“Ani ng Dangal” National Commision of Culture and Arts 2016
“Igsuon” Sinulog Film Festival 2016
- Best Film
- Best Cinematography
- Best Sound Design
- Best in Editing
- Best in Poster
- Best Playbill
“Waves” Sparta Film Challenge Ottawa 2015
- Best Film
- Best Story
“Redlights” – Ottawa Digital Film Festival 2015
- Best Film
Best Film
“#Justlanded” – Singkwento International Film Festival 2015
- Best Supporting Actor
- Best Screen Play
- Best Cultural Film
“Save the Children Yolanda Documentary” 2015

“Smile” – Sparta Film Challenge Ottawa, Canada 2015
- Best Picture
- Best Acting
“OFW” – Sparta XLII Film Festival Ottawa, Canada 2015
- Best Picture
- Best Story
- Best Visual
“Salamat Lo” – Sinulog Film Festival 2015
- Best Actor
- Nominated for Best Director
- Nominated for Best Film

JOMZ RAMIREZ – Diploma Program in Filmmaking

3rd Minikino Film Week Finalist for “Kabanata Ekis” thesis film
Theatre Director

CHOI UY – Certificate Program in Performing Arts-Acting

AWARDS / ACHIEVEMENTS:

Best Actor: SINULOG 2017

DOMINIC LAT – Diploma Program in Filmmaking

AWARDS / ACHIEVEMENTS:

Director

MARVENE MUNDA – Diploma Program in Filmmaking

AWARDS / ACHIEVEMENTS:

Director/Cinematographer
Heneral Luna

AISHI JOSHI – Diploma Program in Filmmaking

AWARDS / ACHIEVEMENTS:

Director/Cinematographer

DAPHNE CHUI – Diploma Program in Filmmaking

AWARDS / ACHIEVEMENTS:

“Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo”
Best Original Score of “What Isn’t There (Ang Nawawala)”
Audience Choice Award of “What Isn’t There (Ang Nawawala)”
“What Isn’t There (Ang Nawawala)”- Official Selection:
- - Slamdance Film Festival
  - Hawaii International Film Festival
  - ASEAN International Film Festival & Awards
  - South East Asian Film Festival
    - Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival
Cinema One Originals 2011
- - - Audience Choice Award
    - Best Editing
    - Best Screenplay
    - Best Supporting Actress (Ge Villamil)
    - Best Actress (Lilia Cuntapay)
Official Selection:
- - - Udine Far East Film Festival 2013 (Italy)
    - 12th Neuchatel International Fantastic Film Festival (Switzerland)
    - 17th Busan International Film Festival, A Window on Asian Cinema (South Korea)
    - 2nd Luang Prabang Film Festival (Laos)
    - CPH PIX 2013 (Denmark)
    - New Filipino Cinema (USA)
    - Taipei Film Festival (Taiwan)
      - Heneral Luna
      - Sana Dati
Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival 2013

Director’s Showcase
- - - Best Original Score
    - Best Sound Design
    - Best Editing
    - Best Cinematography
    - Best Production Design
    - Best Supporting Actor (TJ Trinidad)
    - Best Director
    - Best Picture
      - Mariquina
      - Mumbai Love
      - Slumber Party