ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, REVIEWS
The story of “Ibong Adarna”, where three princes go after a magical bird whose marvelous voice could heal their father, has inspired many adaptations over the years, be it in cinema, television, or stage production. Though the hunt is just one aspect of the whole narrative, it is exciting to watch, especially with the bird’s …
From Nuel C. Naval, director of the adaptation of comedy-drama film ”Miracle in Cell No. 7”, comes another Philippine remake of a Korean heart-wrenching romantic drama film, “More Than Blue” coming on Vivamax this November 19, 2021, starring versatile actress Yassi Pressman and award-winning actor JC Santos. “More Than Blue” is a story of K …
Manila (May 28, 2021) – Are you still in search of the one? Have you ever wondered about what’s written in the stars when it comes to love? That is the question on everyone’s mind in the new WeTV Original romantic comedy series, Boyfriend #13, coming to the streaming service this June. In Boyfriend #13, …
Four Filipino films are coming to streaming giant Netflix this June 3rd. Maledicto – June 3 Maledicto stars Tom Rodriguez as Father Xavi, a former psychologist who becomes a skeptical exorcist following the tragic death of his sister, Mara (played by Inah de Belen). He meets Sister Barbie (played by Jasmine Curtis-Smith), a young nun who …
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Multi-awarded 2019 Filipino drama thriller Babae at Baril (The Girl and The Gun) will stream on Netflix starting June 3, 2021. The film is already listed in the “Coming Soon” section of the streaming giant. You can see the preview from the Netflix app below: Babae at Baril directed by Rae Red premiered at the …
If you think that the ending of JP Habac’s Dito at Doon was a cliffhanger and are hoping for a sequel, you’re not alone. During the thanksgiving media conference of the pandemic romance movie, director JP Habac, Janine Gutierrez, JC Santos, Yesh Burce, Victor Anastacio and producer Daphne Chiu discussed about the possibility of a …
100 Tula Para kay Stella (2017), The Day After Valentine’s (2018), Miracle in Cell No. 7 (2019) and On Vodka, Beers, and Regrets (2020). Seems the tandem of Bela Padilla and JC Santos is a sure hit for the Filipino viewers. Yes, Miracle in Cell No. 7 was not a Bela-JC film exactly but they …
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It looks like the pandemic lockdown and its stay-at-home rules did not keep many of us from finding comfort in connections discovered online. But is it possible for love to bloom in quarantine? TBA Studios’ latest movie offering, Dito at Doon, will accompany us on a journey of loving somebody amidst the uncertainties. Lucky for …
DITO AT DOON (2021) ReviewDirected by JP Habac It’s hard to not connect to a story that you’ve experienced and still experiencing now. Dito at Doon puts me in a situation where I not only see myself as its lead character Len, but also helps me to release some of my frustrations today. But does …
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“Hala, hala, hala! Parang kilig katorse ‘yan ah!” (Getting giddy like you’re fourteen!) – Victor Anastacio in Dito at Doon trailer. TBA Studios and WASD Films’ upcoming romance movie ‘Dito at Doon’ takes us back to those high school “kilig” feels but set in the pandemic. Starring Janine Gutierrez and JC Santos with Victor Anastacio …
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