Company behind the biggest horror franchise in the world to distribute MMFF 2023 movie ‘Mallari’

“Ang favorite line ni Bryan (of Mentorque Productions) during our meeting, “the stars have aligned.” My version is, “some things are meant to happen.” So when my bosses from the regional office came over a few months ago, the new directives given to me was to look out for local movies that will be worth …

The Biggest Historical Film of the New Decade: ‘GOMBURZA’ To Reignite the Fire in Filipinos’ Hearts

Over the past decade, a cinematic tapestry of epic historical narrative has left a spellbinding connection with a majority of Filipino audiences. As the curtains rise on the 49th Metro Manila Film Festival, anticipation rises for a new historical masterpiece destined to rekindle the flames in the hearts of its audiences — ‘GOMBURZA.’ 

In cinemas December 25, 2023 from JesCom Films, CMB Film Services and MQuest Ventures.

‘Nanahimik Ang Gabi’ Review: Intense, slick, sexy house invasion movie

NANAHIMIK ANG GABI (2022) ReviewDirected by Shugo Praico Heaven Peralejo in a career-defining project. This isn’t your usual movie during the Metro Manila Film Festival. This isn’t even your usual movie from the Philippines. Nanahimik Ang Gabi is one intense, slick and sexy house invasion movie. The film looks gorgeous. You can see and feel …

‘Deleter’ Review: Delivers atmospheric chills

DELETER (2022) ReviewDirected by Mikhail Red If you’re hoping to get chills this Christmas, you should consider watching Mikhail Red’s latest horror thriller Deleter. The film delivers atmospheric chills through its setting and cinematography. It felt like Red, together with Nadine Lustre as its star, revived the 2000s Asian horror like Ju-On: The Grudge and …

‘My Teacher’ Review: A decent feel-good homage to educators

MY TEACHER (2022) ReviewDirected by Paul Soriano What do you get when you cast Toni Gonzaga as a teacher and Joey de Leon as her student? If you’re from the 90s, you might think the product will be like Iskul Bukol, but My Teacher has a different approach: a heartwarming story about the struggles of …

‘My Father, Myself’ Review: Pushing the uncomfortable truths

MY FATHER, MYSELF (2022) ReviewDirected by Joel Lamangan Probably one of the most controversial films to be released on the big screen, Joel Lamangan’s family drama tackles not only just infidelity but also gay love. It’s not the usual story we see in cinemas during the holiday season but like what Lamangan said, these stories …

‘Family Matters’ cast overwhelmed by the warm reception of their trailer

Weeks after the release of their official trailer, the Metro Manila Film Festival 2022 entry Family Matters are gaining buzz in the internet which makes it one of the most talked-about and anticipated entry in the film festival this Christmas Day. Those lines, “your phone will always be there. But I won’t be.” I mean, …

Christian Bables top-bills Jun Robles Lana’s ‘Big Night!’ at MMFF 2021

One of the most anticipated local events of the season, the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), formally returns to theaters after releasing the list of official entries this year. Among the contenders that made it on the roll is Jun Robles Lana’s dark comedy, Big Night! Produced by Cignal Entertainment and IdeaFirst Company, together with …