Writer & Director Chris Martinez First Speaker of the 2nd Philippine Cinema Sessions

Acclaimed writer and director known for Here Comes the Bride and Kimmy Dora, Chris Martinez is announced as the first speaker for the second Philippine Cinema Sessions. Comedy is one of the most challenging genres to execute, most think it’s easier to make people cry than to make them laugh. Journey into the depths of comedy and learn …

IN PHOTOS: Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino at the Park

In line with the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino, the Film Development Council of the Philippines held a one-day Pista at the Park last August 13, 2017, Sunday at the Rizal Park in Manila. It was be a celebration of our country’s fiesta culture, as well as showcase of the PPP films. This was open to the public with free admission. But in case you …

HOOQ Joins the World Premiere of “Spider-Man: Homecoming”

PHILIPPINES, 05 July 2017. HOOQ, the largest video-on-demand service in Southeast Asia recently brought Filipino social media superstars Donnalyn Bartolome and Wil Dasovich to the world premiere of Spider-Man Homecoming last June 28, 2017 at the TCL Chinese Theaters in Hollywood, U.S.A. for a once in a lifetime experience. Joining them were Sheila Paul, Head of …

HOOQ Filmmakers Guild Reveals Erik Matti as the First Judge for the Philippines

PHILIPPINES, 03 July 2017 HOOQ – the largest Video on Demand service in South East Asia – today announces their latest addition to the judging panel is renowned director Erik Matti who will lend his hand in the selection progress of this South-East Asia wide project that aims at turning the most imaginative TV series …

A Successful Philippine Premiere of “Kita Kita” at the UP Cine Adarna

Held last May 12, 2017 at the UP Cine Adarna, the Philippine Premiere of Kita Kita was a success. The event was a project by Future Producers Society under the advisory of Sunday Beauty Queen director Babyruth Villarama, co-presented by U.P. Cast, U.P. Cineasts and U.P. Cinema, we were lucky to be one of the media partners …

#CharDawn Graced the Successful Premiere of the Digitally Restored “Hihintayin Kita sa Langit”

It was a night to remember as Glorietta 4 cinemas was adorned with stars from the previously concluded premiere of the digitally restored version of the movie “Hihintayin Kita Sa Langit” (1991) after 26 years for the second wave of Cinema Classics-Filipino Films in Retrospect at Ayala Malls Cinemas.  This is in partnership with ABS-CBN Film …

HOOQ Celebrates Success with New Partners, New TVOD Service & a Slew of New Asian and Hollywood Shows

HOOQ – the largest Video on Demand service in South-East Asia—has had a productive and successful two years since its inception, delivering the best of both Asian and Hollywood entertainment to homes across Asia.  HOOQ has subscribers in the millions, all of whom can enjoy over 30,000 hours of quality entertainment, and this will be …

New Sureseats.com Unveiled by Ayala Malls Cinemas & Globe Telecom

Movie dates are made even better with Ayala Malls Cinemas! In partnership with industry leader in innovation – Globe Telecom, Ayala Malls Cinemas’ online movie information, ticket reservation, and purchase website – SureSeats.com is now powered by Globe’s Gmovies. With the new SureSeats–optimized for mobile, tablet, or desktop view–the booking process is streamlined through lesser …

Kape’t Pelikula Spotlights ‘Breakthrough in Philippine Cinema’ on Its Third Year

Now on its third year, together with the UP Cinema Arts Society (UP CAST) as their media partner, we present Kape’t Pelikula. An initiative of the UP Cinema Arts Society to give back to people sharing a common enthusiasm for film and the growing consciousness of a true Philippine Cinema. It is a seminar that will gather the …