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QCinema introduces the 2026 batch of QCShorts filmmakers

The QCinema International Film Festival has announced the recipients of its 2026 QCShorts grant, distributing ₱3.5 million ($57,817) across five short film projects by Filipino filmmakers based in the Philippines.

The selected filmmakers and their projects are: Carla Pulido Ocampo (“Agsangit Laeng ti Al-alia”), Clister Santos (“Sana’y Nandito Ka”), Maki Makilan (“Body Works”), Rodiell Veloso (“Run Shirley Run!”), and Toni Cañete (“Maanaa Kanimo”).

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oona. Has Arrived—and They’re Ready to Move as One

The P-pop landscape is shifting, and at the center of this movement is oona.—a quintet composed of Isaki, Coleen, Bella, Jaylou, and Kari. While each member brings a distinct narrative, aesthetic, and skill set to the table, they are bound by a shared philosophy that celebrates individuality within a collective.

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HBO Officially Green Lights ‘Harry Potter’ Season two

HBO Max has announced the official season two green light for the upcoming original Harry Potter series, ahead of the Christmas 2026 debut of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. The second season is scheduled to begin production this Autumn. The series will be available to stream exclusively on HBO Max.

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‘Almost Us’ Review: Crossing The Line From Best Friends to Lovers

JM Ibarra is so good in the dramatic scenes. You can feel that he knows his character well; he knows how RR feels and he knows what RR wants and how his character will move forward. Fyang Smith is effective and effortless in the comedic scenes; you’d be questioning yourself if some of the funny scenes were actually scripted or not. The way their styles clash and click at the same time is what makes the movie work; JM provides the emotional anchor while Fyang brings the fun parts.