Urian
Urian[edit | edit source]
Urian is an annual film award-giving body in the Philippines. It is considered one of the most prestigious award-giving bodies in the country, recognizing outstanding achievements in the field of Philippine cinema. The Urian Awards are organized by the Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino (Filipino Film Critics) and have been held since 1977.
History[edit | edit source]
The Urian Awards were established in 1977 by a group of film critics who wanted to recognize and honor excellence in Philippine cinema. The founding members of the Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino believed that there was a need for a credible and independent award-giving body that would focus on the artistic and technical aspects of filmmaking.
Award Categories[edit | edit source]
The Urian Awards cover various categories, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress, and many more. These categories aim to recognize the outstanding performances and contributions of individuals and groups in the Philippine film industry.
Selection Process[edit | edit source]
The selection process for the Urian Awards is rigorous and thorough. The Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino members, who are respected film critics and scholars, carefully review and evaluate the films released within a specific period. They consider various factors such as storytelling, cinematography, acting, and overall artistic quality.
Significance[edit | edit source]
The Urian Awards hold great significance in the Philippine film industry. Winning an Urian Award is considered a prestigious achievement and a mark of excellence. It serves as a validation of the hard work and talent of filmmakers, actors, and other industry professionals.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The Urian Awards have had a significant impact on the Philippine film industry. They have helped promote and recognize quality Filipino films, encouraging filmmakers to strive for excellence. The awards also contribute to the preservation and promotion of Philippine cinema as an art form.
References[edit | edit source]
- Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino Official Website
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Philippine Cinema - Film Festivals in the Philippines
External Links[edit | edit source]
- Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino Official Website
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
