Nagpahayag ng pasasalamat ang Kapuso Primetime King na si Dingdong Dantes para sa mga nakasama, nakatrabaho, at nanood ng "Rewind," ang highest-grossing na pelikulang lahok sa 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival, at sa buong kasaysayan daw ng MMFF.

"When we joined the MMFF, my prayer was for the strength to be an effective storyteller, aiming to touch lives, particularly during this holiday season. The other prayer was for the revival of vibrancy in local cinema, a return to its glory days," ani Dingdong.

Masaya raw si Dingdong na maging bahagi ng makasaysayang 49th MMFF. Pinasalamatan niya ang mga production company na nasa likod nito gaya ng Star Cinema, APT Entertainment, at kaniyang sariling prod company na Agosto Dos Pictures na itinatag ni Dingdong noon pang 2011.

"Now, as the curtain falls on the MMFF, I extend a salute to the ten films that courageously shared their beautiful stories. These films are destined to be timeless pieces, outliving us all. It’s an honor to be part of the historic 49th MMF. To our partners— @starcinema and @aptentertainment.ph, maraming salamat sa tiwala."

Empleyadong lasing, patay matapos sapakin ng ginising na katrabaho

Malaki ang pasasalamat ni Dingdong dahil naisnab man sila sa Gabi ng Parangal, nagsilbing tropeo naman nila ang mainit na pagkilala, papuri, at mga positibong feedback sa kanila ng mga manonood.

"A heartfelt thank you to the audience and moviegoers for believing in the magic of movies and for appreciating these films during the festival. Here’s to celebrating the vitality and resounding success of this year’s festival—a triumphant return for local cinema!"

Sunod ay pinasalamatan ni Dingdong ang bumuo ng production team magmula sa producers, direktor, at mga nakasamang artista.

"My gratitude extends to the producers, filmmakers, writers, talents, crew, distributors, promo teams, production team, and organizers—each an indispensable part of this cinematic tapestry. Special appreciation to Team Rewind, led by Direk Mae Cruz-Alviar, the captain of the ship, and my fellow cast members Jordan, Pepe, Tita Coney, Tito Ariel, Tito Lito, Sue, Joross, Pamu, Via, Ina, Chamyto, Majoy, Jc, Shanaia and Neil."

At siyempre, sa kaniyang "leading lady on and off-camera" na si Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera.

"And finally, thanks to you, Marian, my leading lady on and off camera. Telling this story is a gift, and successfully sharing it with millions fulfills a mission. Accomplishing this mission alongside you, my wife is a rare privilege, one that I believe comes once in a lifetime. I am genuinely grateful for this extraordinary experience, forever holding a special place in my heart."

"Mabuhay ang ating Pinoy filmmakers, at mabuhay ang Pelikulang Pilipino," pangwakas ng aktor na nag-quote pa mula kay Frederich Buechner.

“The place God calls you to is where your deep gladness and the deep hunger of the world meet," saad sa quote.

"Salamat, Lods! 🙌," aniya pa.