Eugene Domingo, Shamaine Buencamino, Chris Martinez nominated at Asian Film Awards

The list of nominees for the 6th Asian Film Awards (AFA), released yesterday in Hong Kong, contains names of three Filipinos - Eugene Domingo, Shamaine Buencamino and Chris Martinez.

Eugene Domingo received a Best Actress nomination for her role in "Ang Babae sa Septic Tank" while Shamaine Buencamino got a "Best Supporting Actress" nod for the indie movie "Niño". Chris Martinez is also nominated for "Best Screenplay" for "Ang Babae sa Septic Tank".

The 2012 AFA Presentation Ceremony will be taking place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Grand Hall on March 19th.

Organized by the Hong Kong International Film Festival Society, the AFA gives recognition to the achievements of the preceding year in Asian film industry.

Award-winning Singaporean director Eric Khoo will be leading a jury consisting of 12 film professionals with internationally recognized experience and expertise in cinema.