ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, REVIEWS
THE action-packed thriller Topakk, produced by Nathan Studios, Fusee, and Strawdogs, continues to make waves internationally and locally. From Cannes to its world premiere at the Locarno Film Festival, the film is now an official entry to the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).
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.
HERE COMES THE GROOM (2023) ReviewDirected by Chris Martinez It’s been more than a decade. Fans are clamoring for a follow-up for years and now, here it is. There’s a lot to love about Chris Martinez’s Here Comes The Groom but there are also disappointing things as a fan of the first film I could …
Continue reading “‘Here Comes The Groom’ Review: Comedy with a bigger purpose”
THERE is massive Hollywood buzz surrounding Nathan Studios Inc.’s Topakk as it is set to go international with the support of Canada-based production company, Raven Banner Entertainment. And this comes after another stellar global reception of Nathan Studios’ maiden foray into MIPCOM Cannes, where they successfully screened the pilot episode of their first ever series, …
Continue reading “Action thriller ‘Topakk’ secures Hollywood sales and distribution”
What if there’s an app that can cure a heartbreak? Can you move on in an instant? ANIMA, KROMA Entertainment Inc.’s film production outfit, merges the world of apps and love in its latest romantic comedy-drama offering “Reset U/I.” The movie revolves around an app developer (Alexa Ilacad as Adie) who helps a venture capitalist (Enchong …
Continue reading “An App for heartbreak? Move on with ANIMA’s romance-comedy-drama film ‘RESET U/I’”
Love in the alter world? Streaming giant Netflix just released the trailer for ‘Alter Me’ starring Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Enchong Dee. Watch the trailer below: Netflix Philippines today released the trailer for Netflix Film, Alter Me. Starring Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Enchong Dee, the film is directed by RC Delos Reyes and written by Danno Kristoper …
Manila, Philippines – October 19, 2020 – Netflix Philippines today revealed the first look for Netflix Film, Alter Me. Starring Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Enchong Dee, the film is directed by RC Delos Reyes and written by Danno Christoper Mariquit. The film follows an HR manager who seeks the mentorship of a coveted escort to better …
Continue reading “Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Enchong Dee Star in Netflix Film ‘Alter Me’”
CIRCA (2019) Review Directed by Adolf Alix, Jr. Seeing most of the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino entries this year, it’s hard to review a film that doesn’t feel like there’s any conflict or any drama. Yes, there is. But it’s showcased not like the others as though it looked and felt real. Am I watching …
Continue reading “‘Circa’ Review: The Legacy of a Cinema Icon”
Anita Linda, Jaclyn Jose, Ricky Davao, Gina Alajar, Laurice Guillien with the special participation of the late Eddie Garcia, writer and director Adolf Alix, Jr. gathered a plethora of award-winning actors for his family drama ‘Circa.’ But how did he get all these A-List actors from the Philippine entertainment industry? “I have worked with …
Continue reading “Getting A-List Actors in the Family Drama ‘Circa’”
ELISE (2019) Review Directed by Joel Ferrer Honesly, I was not that excited seeing this film when I saw the trailer. I thought it looks plain. But boy, I was so wrong. How do we remember our first love? Or the first time we felt something special for a person? Does the feeling always come …