PATAWAD!
SONG #1
PASKO NA SINTA KO
This comedy film series starring Ai-Ai delas Alas as a quirky mom dominated MMFF in the early 2000s
Ang Tanging Ina
This little town is famous for a silent night and a very special birthday celebration over 2,000 years ago
Bethlehem
This bright, star-shaped lantern lights up Filipino homes—because nothing says “Pasko na!” like a DIY constellation hanging by your window
Parol
In this country, people celebrate Christmas by eating fried chicken from KFC
SONG #2
Namamasko po
This reimagined musical version of a 1982 classic MMFF film was part of the 2024 lineup
Isang Himala
If you’re standing under this festive greenery, prepare for a surprise kiss—or an awkward escape plan
Mistletoe
If you’re setting your alarm for 4 a.m. nine days in a row, you’re probably doing this Filipino tradition—because wishes don’t come easy
Simbang Gabi
In this country, people celebrate Christmas with a barbecue on the beach
Australia
SONG #3
TULOY NA TULOY PA RIN ANG PASKO
This suspense drama starring Dennis Trillo won Best Picture at MMFF 2024
Green Bones
This tradition lets you open tiny doors every day in December—because patience is hard when chocolate is involved
Advent calendar
When the clock strikes twelve on Christmas Eve, Filipinos gather for this feast—because nothing says “Merry Christmas” like lechon at 1 a.m
Noche Buena
In this country, people celebrate Christmas by eating 12 grapes at midnight for good luck
Spain
SANA NGAYONG PASKO
This MMFF 2025 entry is a sequel to a popular 2017 legal drama about law students
Bar Boys: After School
Thank Germany for this evergreen idea—because nothing says Christmas like dragging this into your living room and covering it in shiny stuff
Christmas tree
This city in Pampanga shines so bright during Christmas, it could probably be seen from space—thanks to its Giant Lantern Festival
San Fernando (Pampanga)
In this country, people celebrate Christmas by decorating trees with spider webs for good luck
Ukraine
SONG #5
BIBINGKA
This drama film tells the story of a family torn apart by inheritance issues and reconciliation during the Christmas season
Tanging Yaman
This tune jingles all the way through December, but it was originally meant for turkey day, not Santa’s sleigh
Jingle Bells
In the Philippines, Christmas doesn’t quit early—it officially ends on this day, when three VIPs finally show up with gifts
Feast of the Three King
In this country, people celebrate Christmas by roller-skating to church
Venezuela