ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, REVIEWS
I still remember the thunderous applause and cheers at the end of the gala screening of Cinemalaya 2018 official entry Liway at the Cultural Center of the Philippines Main Theater (Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo). After the hair-raising ending, people stood up, clapped their hands and shout their praises for the movie. Kip Oebanda’s political drama movie …
Looks like the pandemic response of the government was the last straw for ophthalmologist-turned health advocate Dra. Miguita Padilla as she decides to run for senator this coming May 2022 elections. But who is Dra. Minguita Padilla? Know the inspiring story of Dr. Ma. Dominga “Minguita” Padilla via a 45-minute short film entitled “Liwanag” starring …
From pioneering the digital age of New Queer Cinema in the Philippines with his internationally awarded films such as Memories of Forgetting (2020), Jino to MarĪ (2019), Tale of the Lost Boys (2017), Unfriend (2014), Kasal-The Commitment (2014), The Game of Juan’s Life (2009), Antonio’s Secret (2010) – Joselito Altarejos very recently turned his advocacies …
The first quarter of 2020 has been controversial to filmmaker Joselito “Jay” Altarejos already. His film ‘Walang Kasarian Ang Digmaang Bayan (The Revolution Knows No Gender)’ was pulled out from the Sinag Maynila Film Festival and now, he has an opportunity to pour out his passion, his frustrations, his love for his craft through a digital …
After ‘TPO’ in 2016, ‘Tale of the Lost Boys’ in 2018 and ‘Jino to Mari’ in 2019, writer and director Joselito “Jay” Altarejos returns to the Sinag Maynila Film Festival this 2020 with the political drama ‘Walang Kasarian ang Digmang Bayan.’ Walang Kasarian ang Digmang Bayan (The Revolution Knows No Gender) chronicles the journey of filmmaker, Paolo, played by Oliver Aquino, …
Let the game begin. Watch the brand new trailer for “The Good Liar” below and watch the film in Philippine cinemas November 27. “The Good Liar” is distributed in the Philippines by Warner Bros. Pictures, a WarnerMedia Company. Use the hashtag #GoodLiarMovie About “The Good Liar” Legendary actors Mirren (Oscar winner, “The Queen”) and …
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He had been down a few times, but nothing could ever take him out. That’s Gerard Butler as Secret Service Agent Mike Banning in the global box office hits “Olympus Has Fallen” (2013) and “London Has Fallen” (2016). This year, this agent who is referred to as “the President’s top guardian angel” is going to …
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It changed America. It challenged it’s beliefs. Now, witness how it all began. Watch the brand new trailer of Universal Pictures’ explosive suspense thrillerThe First Purge now! In Philippine cinemas August 22, The First Purge is distributed by United International Pictures through Columbia Pictures. Follow us on Facebook athttps://www.facebook.com/uipmoviesph/ About The First Purge Behind every tradition lies a revolution. …
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Creating a poster is one of the most challenging parts of moviemaking. After all, the poster sums up the story and is considered the symbol of the film long after the screenings. More than a marketing tool, the poster is likened to a precious artwork. Mike de Leon and his team purposely took their time …
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The long wait is over. CITIZEN JAKE will finally be screening in Philippine cinemas nationwide beginning May 23, 2018. This was confirmed by director Mike de Leon himself after several meetings with Solar Pictures in the past few weeks. On the Facebook page of CITIZEN JAKE, director Mike appeals to the public for support: “My …