MANILA – The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) has summoned Viva Communications, Inc. to a dialogue following the circulation of a viral video showing one of its content creators uttering profane remarks directed at the agency during the premiere of Dreamboi, an official entry to the CineSilip Film Festival 2025.

MTRCB said the content creator’s remark was disrespectful to the institution and to the people behind the Board’s work.

In a letter dated October 23 and addressed to Viva President Vincent G. Del Rosario, the MTRCB said the meeting aims to promote mutual understanding and responsible conduct in public events.

“In line with our Responsableng Panonood campaign and our vision for healthy collaborative practices with our stakeholders, we would like to invite you for a dialogue on the said report,” the letter said.

“While we respect freedom of expression, the Agency views with serious concern the use of language that undermines respect for public institutions and the standards governing film classification,” the MTRCB added.

The meeting, scheduled for November 4, is intended to serve as a venue for constructive discussion and to reinforce the importance of professionalism and accountability within the entertainment industry.