The Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences bestowed the Centennial Award in the 46th FAMAS Awards (1997) in 1998 to celebrate the centennial of Philippine independence. The award was given to the films that honestly reflected Philippine culture and traditions in its entirety and that celebrated patriotism and love of country.

Recipients of the Centennial Award

• 1997 (6th FAMAS Awards|46th])
  • Rizal sa Dapitan
    Rizal sa Dapitan
    Rizal sa Dapitan , is a 1997 film adaptation of life of the Filipino national hero Dr. Jose Rizal, starring Albert Martinez as Jose Rizal and Amanda Page as Josephine Bracken, the screenplay is by Pete Lacaba.-Plot:...
    
    
  • Damong Ligaw