MMFF 2022 Gender Sensitivity Award goes to 'My Teacher', leaving netizens puzzled

 

As the 2022 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) came to a close on December 27, there was a great deal of discussion and debate among netizens about the winners of the various awards. One film that caused particular confusion and surprise was "My Teacher", which won the Gender Sensitivity award. This film, directed by Paul Soriano and produced by TEN17P and APT Entertainment, is a family drama featuring Toni Gonzaga, Joey De Leon, Ronnie Alonte, and Loisa Andalio. Many people took to social media platforms to express their thoughts about the award, with some questioning why "My Teacher" had been chosen over some of the other films that were in the running.

While the selection of "My Teacher" as the recipient of the Gender Sensitivity award has certainly sparked a lot of discussion and debate, it is important to remember that the MMFF is a prestigious event that brings together some of the most talented and creative people in the film industry. The films that are chosen to compete are all of high quality, and the judges have a difficult task in deciding which ones deserve recognition. It is not uncommon for there to be some disagreement and differing opinions about the awards, as everyone has their own preferences and standards for what makes a film truly great.

Anong award ang napanalunan ng My Teacher ni Toni G at Paul S?

Isa lang. Gender Sensitivity Award.

Ano yun? Pampalubag loob? Masabi lang na may award. Czarowth. https://t.co/oqWaCobfHg

— Wala Lang (@joem2019) December 30, 2022

With all the word of mouth on Family Matters, it wasn't still the big winner of the MMFF Awards. And My Teacher beat My Father, Myself for the gender sensitivity award! Robbed? Sounds more than just that

— Ivan Saldajeno (@IvanSaldajeno) December 27, 2022

Ibinibigay ang Gender Sensitivity Award bilang pagkilala sa pelikulang tumatalakay sa pagkakapantay ng mga kasarian.

Ano bang criteria nitong mga netizens kaya nila nasabing dasurb ng 'My Father, Myself' yung award? Dahil ba sa kissing scene ni Jake at Sean? Kalurkz!!!🤣🤣🤣 pic.twitter.com/wEYClHPbU1

— Rommel Villegas (@for__keeps) December 30, 2022

Ewan ko lang kung ano ang criteria at bakit nanalo yang My Teacher ng Gender Sensitivity Award sa #MMFF when My Father, Myself’s Dimples Romana exists. pic.twitter.com/5TAieXoQHw

— Mark Simon Tan (@marcrimon) December 27, 2022

My Teacher, with Joey de Leon in it, winning Gender Sensitivity Award. Lol tell me more

— ᜋᜅ᜔ᜀᜀᜏᜒᜆ᜔ (@lorenzedward) December 27, 2022

In the end, what is most important is that the MMFF serves as a platform for filmmakers to showcase their work and share their stories with a wider audience. Whether or not a particular film wins an award, the fact that it has been chosen to participate in the festival is a testament to its quality and the talent of its creators. While there may be some disagreement about the specific award winners, the MMFF remains a celebration of the diversity and creativity of the film industry, and a celebration of the art of storytelling.