Filipino Adventure Riding documentary earns International film awards nomination
A documentary about the FJ Moto Mountaincross Adventure has been nominated for the 2026 International Motor Film Awards (IMFA), an international awards program recognizing work in automotive film, television, and photography.
The documentary follows Australian filmmaker and rider Rob Hamilton of Moto Feelz during his participation in the 2025 edition of the FJ Moto Mountaincross Adventure, a Philippine adventure motorcycle rally organized by FJ Moto Enduro. Hamilton participated in the event as a member of Team Daemon, an international team managed by Filipino producer Jenna Genio of Daemon Ex Machina.
The team also included Filipino riders Nong Amor of Amorr PH, Kirk del Rosario of The Lost Boys PH, and motorcycle riding coach Mel Aquino. The film has been nominated in the Best Documentary Episode category.
Genio said the recognition was an unexpected honor, and hopes that it will encourage other independent creators all over.
This is such an honor and a surprise for us! Hopefully this sends a positive and encouraging message out there, not just to Filipinos but to other independent creators around the world.
She also added that the nomination is a shared achievement for the members of Team Daemon and those involved in the production.
The International Motor Film Awards recognizes creative work across the global motoring industry, with nominees coming from Hollywood, independent film, animation, media, and commercial production.
The 2026 jury includes automotive personalities and photographers such as Magnus Walker, Larry Chen, and Amy Shore.
