“I’mPerfect” emerged as Best Picture at the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) Gabi ng Parangal held Saturday night, December 27, at the Dusit Thani grand ballroom in Makati City, headlining an awards night that celebrated both cinematic excellence and inclusivity.
The film also earned Best Actress honors for Krystel Go, whose performance marked a groundbreaking moment for representation in Philippine cinema. Go, an actress with Down’s syndrome, was recognized for her compelling portrayal that resonated strongly with both audiences and critics.
Meanwhile, Vice Ganda won Best Actor for ‘Call Me Mother’, further solidifying his evolution as a performer capable of delivering both comedic and dramatic roles.
Rounding out the major awards, ‘UnMarry’ claimed ‘Second Best Picture’ and earned Best Director for Jeffrey Jeturian, along with multiple technical and performance awards. Third Best Picture honors went to ‘Manila’s Finest’ and ‘Call Me Mother’.
Below is the complete list of winners from the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival:
MMFF 2025 FULL LIST OF WINNERS
- Best Picture — I’mPerfect
- Second Best Picture — UnMarry
- Third Best Picture — Manila’s Finest, Call Me Mother
- Best Director — Jeffrey Jeturian (UnMarry)
- Best Actor — Vice Ganda (Call Me Mother)
- Best Actress — Krystel Go (I’mPerfect)
- Jury Prize: Best Ensemble — I’mPerfect
- Gatpuno Antonio J. Villegas Cultural Award — Manila’s Finest
- Fernando Poe Jr. Memorial Award for Excellence — Bar Boys: After School
- Breakthrough Performance Award — Zack Sibug (UnMarry)
- Best Screenplay — Chris Martinez and Therese Cayaba (UnMarry)
- Best Supporting Actor — Tom Rodriguez (UnMarry)
- Best Supporting Actress — 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 — “Sandalan” by Vehnee Saturno (Manila’s Finest)
- Best Sound — Roy Santos (Manila’s Finest)
- Best Musical Score — Frederik Sandoval and Emerzon Texon (Manila’s Finest)
- Best Editing — Benjo Ferrer (UnMarry)
- Best Production Design — Digo Ricio (Manila’s Finest)
- Best Visual Effects — Santelmo Inc. (Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins)
- Gender Sensitivity Award — Call Me Mother
- Best Float — UnMarry, Manila’s Finest
The MMFF 2025 Gabi ng Parangal highlighted stories that push boundaries, celebrate diversity, and reflect the evolving landscape of Philippine cinema.
