ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, REVIEWS
Episode 3 of ‘Drug War: A Conspiracy of Silence’ deepens its emotional stakes as Kiko’s true story unfolds alongside Father Tom and SPO3 Macabeo’s hunt for truth. Harvey Bautista shines in a powerful, morally complex series about human survival.
Dustin Celestino’s A.ni.mal is one of the funniest, most daring satires in recent Cinemalaya history. Backed by a brilliant ensemble cast, it uses sharp comedy to confront our political biases and double standards with uncomfortable accuracy. A must-watch!
Puregold CinePanalo has partnered with Ayala Malls Cinemas to screen its 2026 festival lineup—7 full-length films and 20 student shorts—across 6 Metro Manila locations, expanding the reach of local independent cinema and Filipino storytellers.
2 VALID IDS (Cinemalaya 2026) ReviewDirected by Ma-an L. Asuncion-Dagñalan and Abet Pagdagdagan Raz 2 Valid IDs is a film that demands urgent attention, striking a deeply relatable chord with anyone who has ever been trapped in bureaucratic red tape. The universal experience of navigating inefficient, endless government processes, which bleed citizens of both time …
Face to Face has a brand-new look and flavor. Since Korina Sanchez took over hosting duties, the morning program has evolved from a barangay-level conflict-resolution showcase into a vibrant lifestyle and talk show now titled Face to Face with Ate Koring.
Ahead of its September 16 theatrical release, the team behind Edjop—the highly anticipated biopic of 1970s youth activist Edgar Jopson—is taking its promotional tour directly to Philippine universities. Through the youth-led Edjop Campus Conversations, the filmmakers and cast aim to foster genuine dialogue with students across the country rather than hosting a traditional press junket.
🎭 Puregold launches Teatro Panalo, a new theater festival for original Filipino 1-act plays & musicals! 12 chosen playwrights get ₱100k + production support. Open to PH writers 18+. Apply by Sept 11, 2026: https://bit.ly/PGTeatroPanalo #PuregoldTeatroPanalo
GANGGANG (Cinemalaya 2026) ReviewDirected by JL Burgos In Ganggang, JL Burgos’ first full-length narrative film, the main message is clear and constant from the opening scene to the end credits. Burgos spends the entire movie carefully setting up the story, building tension step by step so you know something heavy is about to happen. He …
Status: Rejected is a deeply moving Cinemalaya family drama driven by a brilliant performance from Ruby Ruiz and evocative production design by Marielle Hizon. Rich in authentic family dynamics and heartwarming sequences, it stands out as a truly resonant watch.
Written and directed by Lawrence Roxas, ‘Behind the Smile’ is a powerful advocacy film starring BJ Forbes and Jennica Garcia that tackles the growing HIV crisis, mental health struggles, and stigma in the Philippines to spark real community change.