FROM MINDANAO TO VISAYAS:「PINIKAS」MARKS DUAL WORLD PREMIERES
Published August 25, 2025
The independent VisMin-on feature film PINIKAS, created by Sunny Toys Entertainment Productions (S.T.E.P.) and ØHouse Co. (ØHC), marked a milestone with its dual world premieres in both Mindanao and the Visayas.
The film was warmly received at the Oroquieta Film Festival in Misamis Occidental and the 15th Binisaya International Film Festival in Cebu. Both premieres gathered filmmakers, artists, and local audiences who celebrated the film’s debut as a proud contribution to VisMin cinema.
“From Mindanao to the Visayas, your presence made our world premieres truly special”, the producers shared. “We are deeply grateful to everyone who came, shared their time, and celebrated this milestone with us.”
As part of its interactive audience engagement, PINIKAS also launched an e-Talkback Form, inviting festival-goers and viewers to share their thoughts and feedback. In return, participants receive a personalized digital token of thanks, further connecting communities with the film’s journey.
Upcoming Screenings: First Waves Announced
Following its VisMin premieres, PINIKAS is set to continue its journey with a series of screenings across the Philippines and abroad. The first wave includes:
‣ London City, Ontario, Canada — Late October & Early November 2025
‣ Leyte & Southern Leyte Region — Late November 2025
‣ SocCSKSarGen Region — Mid to Late December 2025
‣ Caraga Region — Early January 2026
‣ Cebu Region — Early February 2026
Additional screening waves will be announced on the film’s official social media channels.
A NOTE TO SUPPORTERS
The producers remind audiences that PINIKAS does not solicit donations at festivals or screenings. All official support for the film is coursed through verified channels.
For those interested in hosting a screening in their area, inquiries are welcome at hello@zerohouseco.asia.
PINIKAS continues to affirm its place as a regional yet globally resonant story, carrying forward the vision of its creators, S.T.E.P. and ØHC, to spotlight diverse voices and narratives from the Visayas and Mindanao.