'We’re still not at our destination': Filipino actor Miles Ocampo on film’s global growth
The Filipino film industry is renowned for its passionate fan base, where audiences rally around local films and celebrities with fervour.
This dedication is evident in the success of local films, teleseryes and the devotion often seen at film festivals and social media fan clubs.
Popular Filipino actress Miles Ocampo recently shared her insights on the industry's growth in an exclusive interview with Global South World, acknowledging both achievements and areas for improvement.
"We're so far from what we have been doing before. And that's the exciting part in this industry right now," she said.
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The 27-year-old actress, a staple in Filipino film and television, highlighted the new wave of international collaboration opportunities but noted that there’s still work to be done.
"I feel like we're not yet there at our destination; we have so much to improve on. But we're getting there," she explained.
Miles’s career began at age six after a breakthrough commercial appearance launched her into the limelight.
Now with over two decades in the industry, she has become a fixture in Philippine entertainment, starring in numerous movies and TV shows. Her popularity remains strong, ranking her at #9 on Global South World's 2024 list of the 60 most powerful Filipino actors on Instagram.
