1. Enhance public understanding and appreciation of the art form and its significance, while making films more accessible to a wider audience.
2. To curate, provide imprimatur and thus, help shape culture;
3. To create access to independent voices and new stories within specific underserved geographic communities;
4. To educate filmmakers;
5. To grow independent film communities and foster creative collaboration.
CIDFF will play a big role in giving Cebu and the rest of the Philippines, international exposure.
CIDFF serves as a benchmark for all documentary film makers, film producers, and global media interested to come to Cebu for a film event.