Do you think the stigma around tattoos still lingers among Filipinos today?
 
Join us on a transformative journey with TREASURE OF THE RICE TERRACES (2025), a compelling documentary by Filipino-Canadian filmmaker @kentdonguines . Dive into the world of batok, the traditional Kalinga hand-tapped tattooing, in Buscalan, and witness the incredible resurgence of this ancient art form. As Kent connects with his heritage and the legendary Apo Whang-Od, the oldest tattoo artist in the world, explore themes of cultural identity, colonial erasure, and the beautiful evolution of Indigenous art from stigma to pride. Don’t miss this eye-opening film that celebrates the richness of our culture!
 
TREASURE OF THE RICE TERRACES screens on Saturday, March 7. Join us for the 3rd edition of #SinéFilmFest at the TIFF Lightbox on March 6-8!
 
Kapisanan is proud to partner with Siné Institute as part of Sine Film Fest 2026, supporting a shared commitment to Filipino storytelling, creative excellence, and community-rooted cinema.

Siné Institute has been at the forefront of nurturing Filipino filmmakers and audiences through bold programming, film education, and platforms that centre diasporic and intergenerational voices. Their work creates vital space for Filipino stories to be seen, heard, and critically engaged with—on our own terms.

As an organization celebrating over 30 years of Filipino arts and culture, Kapisanan is honoured to collaborate with Siné Institute in advancing a vibrant ecosystem where artists, learners, and community members come together to create, reflect, and celebrate our shared heritage.

We invite you to join us in this meaningful partnership—one that uplifts Filipino creativity, strengthens cultural memory, and builds new possibilities for the next generation of storytellers.