In 1981, as mandated by Executive Order No. 640-A, the Film Academy of the Philippines was enacted, serving as the umbrella organization that oversees the welfare of various guilds of the movie industry and gave recognition to the artistic and technical excellence of the performances of its workers and artists.Film Academy of the Philippines Official Website . Retrieved January 26, 2009. The same year, Viva Films was established and began its rise as a production company.
