By Karren Jay G. Asgar

The CPU College of Computer Studies Warriors proudly display their awards after winning top honors at the DAR PelikulAgraryo 2025 Central Film Festival held at Novotel Manila, Araneta City.

Central Philippine University’s College of Computer Studies (CCS) Warriors emerged victorious at the DAR PelikulAgraryo 2025 Central Film Festival Awards held on October 6, 2025, at Novotel Manila, Araneta City, Cubao, Quezon City. The national event organized by the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) highlights films that promote agrarian reform, farmers’ lives, and rural development across the country.

The CPU CCS delegation stood out among participating schools and regions, garnering several major awards in the Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Organization (ARBO) Category. Rodmar Eli V. Ador won Best Actor, Daizelle Nicole G. Diaz was hailed Best Actress, and the duo Jesse Auman and Azel Moquera earned Best Screenplay for their film “The Lay (CPU)”. Meanwhile, Pete Marwin L. Tristeza was recognized as Best Director.

Adding to their list of accomplishments, the CPU CCS Warriors’ film “Ang Pagtililipon sang mga Damgo” was awarded Best Film (ARBO Category. The film’s success highlights Centralian’s ability to shed light on meaningful social themes through cinema.

Central Philippine University commended the CCS Warriors for their creativity, passion, and dedication in bringing honor to the Centralian community. Their victory at the DAR PelikulAgraryo 2025 highlights the power of art and innovation in championing real-life stories that matter.