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  The Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEEd) revealed the winners of the 9th Eddys at a ceremony held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom, Newport World Resorts, Pasay City on July 5. This year, the country's most talented stars and visionary filmmakers are being recognized in 14 categories, each celebrating the artistry, passion, and innovation driving Philippine entertainment. Organized yearly by SPEEd, The Eddys stands as a beacon of prestige—one of the country’s most respected award-giving bodies, dedicated to honoring the exceptional artistry and achievements that shape Filipino cinema. Concert Queen Pops Fernandez and TV host-broadcaster Kim Atienza hosted the much-awaited event. The 9th Entertainment Editors' Choice is presented by the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors together with Newport World Resorts, PlayTime Entertainment, and Echo Jham Productions; Gold Sponsors Globe Telecom and Unilab Inc.; Silver Sponsors SoundCheck Inc. and Puregold CinePanal...

  Newport World Resorts becomes the center stage as the 9th Entertainment Editors’ Choice, widely known as The Eddys, opens the local film awards season. This event once again celebrates the films and artists that captured audiences and shaped Philippine cinema over the past year. Happening on Sunday, July 5, at the Ceremonial Hall of the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay City, the awards night promises an evening of glamour, prestige, and celebration of the industry’s top talents. Organized by the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEEd), The Eddys will honor remarkable achievements in Philippine filmmaking across 14 competitive categories, highlighting works that have elevated local cinema through compelling storytelling, bold vision, and technical mastery. Seven masterfully crafted films competing for Best Picture offer unique perspectives on the Filipino experience: Bar Boys: After School, Eraserheads: Combo on the Run, I’m Perfect, Journeyman, Quezon, Sunshine, and U...

  The Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEEd) kicked off mid-2026 with a bang, announcing the nominees for The Eddys, one of the top honors in Philippine entertainment. In its 9th edition, the highly anticipated nominees announcement lit up the Luxent Hotel in Quezon City on June 25, with the excitement streaming live to fans on PlayTime Entertainment’s YouTube channel. The nominees reveal paved the way for the countdown to the much-awaited grand awards night on July 5, set to dazzle at the Ceremonial Hall of the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Newport World Resorts, Pasay City. This year, the brightest stars and visionary filmmakers are set to be honored across 14 categories—each one celebrating the artistry, passion, and innovation that power Philippine entertainment. Seven cinematic masterpieces that have captured the hearts of audiences everywhere will battle it out for Best Picture: Bar Boys: After School, Eraserheads: Combo on the Run, I’mPerfect, Journeyman, Quezon, S...

"Ang Babaeng Humayo," a story of a woman who was imprisoned for a crime she did not commit, was named Best picture at the inaugural Eddy's awards held at the Kia Theater in Cubao, Quezon City tonight (July 9). Shot in black and white, the movie also won awards for Best director (Lav Diaz) and John Lloyd Cruz (Best supporting actor). Also known as "The Woman Who Left," the same film won the Golden Lion award when it competed at the 73rd Venice Film Festival in 2016. But the movie withe the biggest number of awards at the Eddy's went to "Everything About Her" which won trophies for Vilma Santos, Best actress; Angel Locsin, Best supporting actress; Best musical score and Best screenplay. Aside from "Humayo," the two other films which received three awards each were "Seklusyon" and "Die Beautiful." Unfortunately, not one of the stars who won in the acting category were around to receive their Eddy's. Th...