MANILA, Philippines – As the countdown to the 49th Metro Manila Film Festival draws near, the historical biopic GOMBURZA receives an electrifying wave of enthusiasm during the star-studded red carpet premiere night at the Gateway Cineplex Cinema 5 on December 23. Heralded as the biggest historical film of the decade, GOMBURZA’s narrative has ignited conversations
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Timothée Chalamet talks about the wonderful world in ‘Wonka’ in this featurette
Timothée Chalamet is proud to be a part of “Wonka.” All the singing and dancing aside, Chalamet, who plays the beloved chocolatier in the film, is most proud of being part of “a joyous movie, that is about bringing a light into a world that is in desperate need of
The Equalizer 3: Denzel Washington takes on the mafia as seen in the trailer
In The Equalizer 3, Robert McCall seems to be retired from his “government work”. An unexpected turn of events get him to get out of retirement, as seen in this new trailer. Robert McCall (Denzel Washington) thought he was done with his “government assassin job”. But, turns out, retirement isn’t
‘LEONOR WILL NEVER DIE’, ‘BLUE ROOM’ LEAD 3RD PINOY REBYU AWARDS NOMINATIONS
Leonor Will Never Die, Martika Ramirez Escobar’s imaginative homage to 1980s Pinoy action flicks, and Blue Room, Ma-An Asuncion Dagñalan’s engaging debut feature about a group of privileged teens embroiled in a web of drugs and police corruption, lead the nominations for the 3rd Pinoy Rebyu Awards, as voted by the Society
Singapore-South Korea film ‘Ajoomma’ starring Kang Hyung Suk, Yeo Jin Goo coming to PH cinemas on March 15
TBA Studios has acquired exclusive Philippine theatrical distribution rights to the lighthearted family drama “Ajoomma”, which will be released on March 15. Directed by Singaporean filmmaker, He Shuming, his feature debut film tells the story of a middle-aged, Korean-drama-obsessed widow from Singapore who travels out of the country for the
TBA Studios brings Brendan Fraser’s comeback movie “The Whale” to PH cinemas
Brendan Fraser earned a touching 6-minute standing ovation during The Whale‘s premiere at the 79th Venice Film Festival. The highly anticipated and much talked-about drama, “The Whale” starring Brendan Fraser, is coming to the Philippines this February 22. Academy Award-winning director, Darren Aronofsky (“Black Swan”, “Mother!”), helms what critics have
ICYMI, Netflix releases teaser for Knives Out follow up, Glass Onion
In the follow up to Rian Johnson’s KNIVES OUT, Detective Benoit Blanc travels to Greece to peel back the layers of a mystery involving a new cast of colorful suspects. A second Knives Out Mystery film is set to premiere on December 23. Tech billionaire Miles Bron (Edward Norton) invites
HBO’s The White Lotus from Mike White renewed for a third installment
The next chapter will feature new characters AND locale. HBO’s Emmy®-winning anthology series The White Lotus, from Mike White, will return for a third instalment following a new group of guests at another White Lotus property. The first instalment, which premiered July 2021 and was set in Hawaii, received 20
“Bones and All” to hold Philippine premiere at QCinema International Film Festival
MGM Pictures and Warner Bros.’ highly anticipated provocative thriller “Bones and All” from director Luca Guadagnino (“Call Me By Your Name”) is set to make its Philippine premiere at the 10th QCinema International Film Festival, running from November 17 to 26 in Quezon City. The award-winning film starring Timothee Chalamet, Taylor
in10city! QCinema’s 2022 Edition is Guaranteed Intense
in10city, QCinema International Film Festival’s 10th edition, powers up 2022 with another impressive lineup which includes films sourced from the most prestigious festival from all around the world. Bookending the festival is the much-awaited screening of two acclaimed European films with notable performances by Filipino thespians. The Palme d’Or-winning class
One of TV’s Chilling: The Handmaid’s Tale Season 5 is out now! Are you watching?
In Season 5 of The Handmaid’s Tale, June faces consequences for killing Commander Waterford while struggling to redefine her identity and purpose. The widowed Serena attempts to raise her profile in Toronto as Gilead’s influence creeps into Canada. Commander Lawrence works with Nick and Aunt Lydia as he tries to
THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE MIGHTY: WHO’S WHO IN “BLACK ADAM”
A new era in the DC Universe has begun with the introduction of Black Adam and The Justice Society in Warner Bros.’ epic superhero adventure “Black Adam,” smashing in cinemas and IMAX across the Philippines starting October 19. Get to know these fan-favorite characters as they make their big-screen
ALTR Heroes: 15 Years of Altarejos Cinema
Sa panahon ngayon, hindi lang sapat na ang ating mga pelikula ay produkto ng malikhaing paggawa. Hamon din sa mga alagad ng midya, artista, at filmmakers na maging salamin ang kanilang mga akda at katha ng katotohanan. Isa si Direk Jay Altarejos sa mga premyadong manunulat at direktor na patuloy
Get ready as TRIANGLE OF SADNESS comes to PH cinemas through TBA Studios
Triangle of Sadness also stars PH indie screen legend Dolly de Leon. TBA Studios has acquired the exclusive Philippine theatrical rights to this year’s controversial Cannes Film Festival Palme d’Or winner Triangle of Sadness. Swedish filmmaker Ruben Östlund directs a satirical masterpiece that has everyone abuzz. Set in the world
Red Ribbon’s NEW Tiramisu Meltdown and Mango Graham Mousse Junior Cakes – COMBO FOR YOUR NEXT MOVIE DATE!
Red Ribbon cakes habang nanonood ng pelikula? WHY NOT! There’s a lot to be thankful for everyday–something as simple as a good score on a test or a completed project, a commendation at work, being able to nail that TikTok dance, or meeting up with friends and relatives after a long
“ELVIS” SHAKES UP CANNES WITH A 12-MINUTE STANDING OVATION
“Elvis”, a film led by Austin Butler and Tom Hanks, along with director Baz Luhrmann were out in full force at the movie’s gala premiere in Cannes Film Festival, where the film received a 12-minute standing ovation — the longest at this year’s event. Check out the images below
QCinema International Film Festival Announces This Year’s #QCShorts Grantees
Congrats QCShorts Grantees! A refreshingly diverse program of themes and styles are in store for all viewers in QCinema’s 10th year, which will blaze the big screens in November. This year’s winning short films examine cinema and interrogate space created, recreated, and destroyed through it. Its roster covers a range
NGAYON KAYA, Janine Gutierrez and Paulo Avelino’s first film together unveils its official trailer and poster
‘Ngayon Kaya’ promises to be the first big romantic Filipino motion picture of 2022 is set to open on June 22, and its production company has unveiled a trailer and official movie poster. Local studio T-Rex Entertainment, with its project partner WASD Films, has recently dropped a trailer and official
MILES TELLER, GLEN POWELL AT THE TOP OF THEIR GAME IN “TOP GUN: MAVERICK”
Miles Teller and Glen Powell break from the pack as navy fighter pilots Lt. Bradley “Rooster” Bradshaw and Lt. Jake “Hangman” Seresin in Paramount Pictures’ Top Gun: Maverick, now playing cinemas across the Philippines. Miles Teller In the 1986 Top Gun, a training accident killed Goose (Anthony Edwards), one of the most adored
“Unmask” the two new posters released for the latest Batman movie and trailer
“The answer is justice.” We don’t know how many phantasmagoric one-liners should Robert Pattinson’s Batman need to push everyone to watch this come March 2nd in PH cinemas, but here’s yet another trailer and two exclusive photos for the latest adaptation of the Batman. About “The Batman” From Warner Bros. Pictures
TBA Studios Celebrates Philippine Film History with “Habambuhay”
Cinephiles unite! “Habambuhay” is a two-part special that will be released on Youtube this January 28, 2022. The Philippine film industry is facing one of their biggest challenges to date with the global pandemic still ongoing, but this isn’t the first time the industry has experienced difficulties. It has in
Jollibee teams up with PublicisJimenez Basic for #SafeSarapSayaSaJollibee Christmas safety video
Jollibee, together with its creative agency PublicisJimenez Basic, released a new Christmas-themed safety video just in time for Christmas. Titled Safe, Sarap, Saya ang Pasko sa Jollibee, the joyful and vibrant video shows the lengths to which the number one fast-food chain in the Philippines will take to ensure that customers
Jollibee Studios’ “One True Pair” transcends time and romance through John Lloyd and Bea reunion
“I’m done defining love.” says John Lloyd Cruz in a press conference for Jollibee Studios’ “One True Pair” the movie. Many people are looking for the one and a love that lasts and while many have been fortunate to find it and keep it, many are still searching for that person, or
Jo Atienza, pioneer in film archiving, joins SOFIA’s Sixth Microlearning Sessions
Ms. Atienza is the guest speaker for SOFIA’s 6th Microlearning Sessions happening this October 24th. The Society of Filipino Archivists for Film (SOFIA) invites you to join its sixth Microlearning session with guest speaker, Ms. Jo Atienza who will discuss “The Many Beginnings of Film Archiving in the Philippines” happening
Brillante Ma. Mendoza’s GENSAN PUNCH is nominated for the Kim Jiseok award
A brand-new HBO Asia Original film GENSAN PUNCH will have its world premiere in “A Window on Asian Cinema” section (Competition) at the upcoming 26th edition of Busan International Film Festival, before premiering exclusively on HBO GO and HBO in the next few months. The Filipino-Japanese title in English, Japanese
