ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, REVIEWS
DLS-CSB’s SACP presents “REX,” a Filipino adaptation of Sophocles’ Oedipus Rex tackling political dynasties and corruption. Directed by Tuxqs Rutaquio and written by Joshua Lim So, it runs Nov 12–22, 2026, starring Eula Valdez and Martin Del Rosario.
GMA Pictures, GMA Public Affairs, and Brightburn Entertainment partnered with Columbia Pictures to distribute the fantasy-drama film “Amir,” a 52nd MMFF entry starring Dennis Trillo and Argus Aspiras, directed by Zig Dulay and written with Ricky Lee.
Village Pipol Magazine named Purse Maison CEO Jay-Ann Claire Bincal its 19th anniversary cover star at a Marikina gala. The event brought together creators, media, and artists to honor her shift from accounting to running a luxury resale business.
2 Valid IDs is turning its Cinemalaya success into a box-office hit, earning nearly ₱15M nationwide. Starring Marietta Subong, the film follows a poor farmer facing bureaucratic red tape, sparking national conversations on public service access.
Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo) hits cinemas Oct 21. Directed by Rodina Singh, the award-winning Puregold CinePanalo film stars Sassa Gurl, Joao Constancia, and an ensemble of TV icons, viral creators, and drag performers in a supernatural queer rom-com.
The official teaser for MMFF entry Amir reached 4M views, earning praise for its story, visuals, and sound design. Directed by Zig Dulay and starring Dennis Trillo with Argus Aspiras, the fantasy-drama hits Philippine cinemas on December 25.
Trumpets brings hit musical “Joseph The Dreamer” back to RCBC Plaza Nov 6–22, 2026. Starring Jordan Andrews, Neo Rivera, and veteran actor Nonie Buencamino, this timeless story of faith returns for a limited run. Tickets available at Ticket2Me.net.
Puregold’s inaugural “Teatro Panalo” festival announced its 12 finalists (8 straight plays, 4 musicals) from 373 entries. Backed by theater luminaries, they received ₱100k grants for fully staged productions running Feb 20–Mar 14, 2027.
EDJOP, a film on activist Edgar Jopson starring Elijah Canlas & Jodi Sta. Maria, will have its international premiere at the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival (Asian Future section) on Oct 27, 2026, as it pursues global distribution.
PEE MAK (2026) ReviewDirected by Victor Kaiba Villanueva Movie adaptations of beloved international hits often trigger skepticism, but Pee Mak PH flips those expectations on their head by delivering a cinematic ride that, in some ways, actually outshines the original. Personally, the trailers left room for doubt, but all that hesitation vanishes the moment the …
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