Established in 1981, the Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) is the Philippines' official counterpart of the United States' Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
The FAP was founded through Executive Order 640-A issued by the President of the Philippines.
The FAP gives recognition and awards to film artists, technicians and workers for their outstanding performances and achievements.
Through Executive Order 70 (October 2, 2024), FAP's administrative supervision is transferred from the DepEd to the DTI.
It will governed by the Board of Trustees' chaired by its director general and co-chaired by the DTI secretary.