ZIG MADAMBA DULAY
Zig Dulay, a filmmaker from the Isabela, Philippines, is renowned for his compelling regional films that delve into socio-political and cultural issues. In the early stages of his career, he garnered both local and international acclaim for his screenwriting talents, penning numerous screenplays including Ekstra (The Bit Player), Posas (Shackled), Qwerty, Kasal (The Commitment), and Ad Ignorantiam. As he collaborated with acclaimed directors, he transitioned to writing and directing, creating a portfolio of award-winning films such as Gawad Urian 2014 Best Short Film – Missing, MMFF New Wave 2014 Jury Prize – M. (Mother’s Maiden Name), Brussels International Film Festival 2015 Best Film Bambanti (Scarecrow), Tofarm Film Festival 2016 Best Film – Paglipay (Crossing), Vesoul International Film Festival 2018 Best Film – Bagahe (The Baggage), Sinag Maynila Film Festival 2018 People’s Choice Award – Akin ang Korona (The Crown is Mine), 18th Cinemalaya Best Short Film – Black Rainbow and the Metro Manila Film Festival 2023 and Firefly – Manila International Film Festival 2024 Best Film.
Additionally, he helmed the culturally significant drama series for the Philippines’ largest TV network, including Sahaya, Legal Wives, and Maria Clara at Ibarra. Notably, he was invited to serve as an international jury member at the Vesoul International Film Festival for Asian Cinema 2022 in France, and he also presided as a jury member at the Kaş International Film Festival 2023 in Kaş, Turkey. He recently received the Best Director Award in the1st Manila International Film Festival held in Hollywood, USA.