Ryza Cenon in Prime Cruz’s #QCinema2016 Entry “Ang Manananggal sa Unit 23B”

In his second QCinema International Film Festival Circle Competition piece, filmmaker Prime Cruz gives a human face to the winged monster called the “manananggal”. “Ang Manananggal Sa Unit 23B” is one of the films funded by the Quezon City Film Development Commission (QCFDC), the organizers of QCinema. In this film, Cruz will show a monster capable of …

HF Yambao’s QCinema Entry “Best. Partee. Ever.” Releases Official Poster and Teaser

HY Yambao’s “Best. Partee. Ever.” an official entry to QCinema 2016’s Circle Competition released its official poster and teaser trailer. The film stars JC De Vera, Jordan Herrera, Kristofer King, Acey Aguilar, Aaron Rivera, Shandii Bacolod, Angela Cortez, Odette Khan and Mercedes Cabral. Watch the 15-minute teaser trailer here: Synopsis: Mikey – a young, discreet gay man from …

MOVIE REVIEW: Patintero: Ang Alamat ni Meng Patalo (2016)

PATINTERO: ANG ALAMAT NI MENG PATALO (2016) Review Directed by Mihk Vergara We don’t usually see family movies centered on children in Philippine cinemas, especially in mainstream cinema, but here, thanks to QCinema and TBA, Mihk Vergara got the chance to make a tribute to what Pinoy childhood was, Patintero: Ang Alamat ni Meng Patalo. “May …

Sterling Cast, Breathtaking Spots in Sexy Surfing Movie “Apocalypse Child”

Surfing in the Philippines has never been so sexy—and so cinematic—than in the critically-acclaimed Filipino film Apocalypse Child which opens in cinemas nationwide on October 26. Everyone in the ensemble cast is known for their acting prowess: Sid Lucero who plays Ford, the surfing instructor; RK Bagatsing who plays Rich, the soon-to-be-wed congressman; Gwen Zamora …

“Patintero” Gets Bigger, More Action-Packed Theatrical Version

Mihk Vergara’s “Patintero: Ang Alamat Ni Meng Patalo” is finally getting its much-anticipated theatrical run this coming October. The film was one of the standout features in last year’s QCinema Fim Festival, taking home several awards such as Audience Choice and Gender Sensitivity. Heavily inspired by the filmmaker’s love for Japanese anime, comic books, and …

Ian Veneracion & Iza Calzado in Dan Villegas’ First Horror Pic “Ilawod”

“Ilawod” or downstream describes the direction towards the mouth of the river, in which the current flows. One of Quantum Films’ upcoming movies, Ilawod is directed by award-winning and box-office director Dan Villegas (English Only, Please, How To Be Yours). Starring Iza Calzado, Ian Veneracion, Therese Malvar, Xyriel Manabat, Epy Quizon, Nico Antonio and Harvey Bautista. Check out its …

Nathalie Hart Torn Among Three Men in Sexy Drama “Siphayo”

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Joel Lamangan (Felix Manalo, Hustisya), “Siphayo” features three of today’s hottest actors in the Philippines. Formerly known as Princess Snell, Nathalie Hart (Dilim, Ang Tatay Kong Sexy) stars as the woman who will capture the attention of Joem Bascon, Luis Alandy and Allan Paule in the erotic drama film. Also starring Maria Isabel Lopez, Elora …

#ForeverIsNotEnough for Eugene Domingo in “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank 2” Teaser Trailer

From the super duper, ultra indie, mejo critically acclaimed film of 2011 comes the hindi naman masyadong awaited sequel, Eugene Domingo is back as Eugene Domingo as Romina in “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank 2 #ForeverIsNotEnough.” Watch the teaser trailer here: Eugene Domingo is back as “Eugene Domingo” in this much-anticipated follow-up to the independent box-office hit …

Louie Ignacio’s “Area”Wins Special Jury Prize at the 12th Eurasia International Film Festival

“Area,” directed by Louie Ignacio (Laut, Asintado) and stars Ai-Ai delas Alas wins Special Jury Prize at the 12th Eurasia International Film Festival in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Producer Ferdinand Lapuz, Ai-Ai delas Alas, Executive Producer Baby Go, Allen Dizon, Director Louie Ignacio and Producer Dennis Evangelista. Photo from Ferdinand Lapuz Set in Angeles, Pampanga, an aging woman …

Quezon City International Film Festival to Host Free Film Seminars

Carrying the theme, “One City for the World,” the QCinema International Film Festival convenes local film industry stalwarts for discussions on the challenging issues that will further fuel industry growth. QCinema’s film forums are all free and open to the public. It will be conducted at the Quezon Memorial Circle’s Quezon City Experience (QCX) Mini …