In a milestone for Philippine cinema, the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) revealed the second and last batch of five entries completing the ten titles in competition for its 50th edition. The announcement coincided with a well-attended press conference held on October 22 at The Podium. This year's festival promises to be more vibrant and... Continue Reading →
GOMBURZA wows at its star-studded premiere with cheers, rave reviews
The thrilling historical film GOMBURZA is now showing across the country as part of the 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival. Experience the buzz and enthusiasm it's creating since its star-studded premiere at Gateway Cineplex Cinema 5 few days ago. Heralded as the biggest historical film of the decade, GOMBURZA’s narrative has ignited conversations across the... Continue Reading →
Grand premiere night ng ‘Kampon,’ nagpasigaw sa audience
Marami ang nakapansin ang kakaibang atake sa horror ng #KamponMoviePH. Maraming eksena ang nagpatili, nagpasigaw, at nagpagulat sa mga nakanood. Pansin na pansin din ang hindi matawarang galing sa pag-arte ng mga bida nito: ang nagbabalik-pelikulang si #DerekRamsay na sobrang tikas at handang-handa sa kahit anong ipinagawa sa kanya at si Beauty Gonzalez na napakahusay... Continue Reading →
‘GOMBURZA’ tagged as monumental historical film this Christmas
This Christmas, prepare to witness what is considered as a monumental historical film of the new decade. 'GOMBURZA' is poised to reignite the Filipinos' fervor for national justice, equality, truth, and independence. Through a cinematic portrayal, the film unfolds the poignant lives and martyrdom of the three Catholic priests – Fr. Mariano Gomes, Fr. Jose... Continue Reading →
‘Broken Hearts Trip’ lead star Christian Bables hopes for MMFF success, not just awards
Get ready for a Christmas season filled with laughter as the comedy-drama film "Broken Hearts Trip" hits cinemas nationwide on December 25. Brought to Filipino audiences by BMC Films in collaboration with Smart Films, this film promises to be a heartwarming and entertaining addition to the 49th edition of the annual Metro Manila Film Festival.... Continue Reading →
Alex Gonzaga defended by her ‘Single Bells’ director Fifth Solomon
After the MMFF entry 'The Exorsis' wherein she starred with her real-life sister Toni Gonzaga, actress-host-vlogger Alex Gonzaga returns to the Metro Manila Film Festival scene via the Summer MMFF entry 'Single Bells' wherein she top-bills along with singer-actress Angeline Quinto. The romantic comedy film also stars Aljur Abrenica and Victor Silayan. During the advance... Continue Reading →
Movie review: ‘Kahit Maputi Na Ang Buhok Ko’
Ang aking pangako na ang pag-ibig ko'y laging sa 'yo... Kahit maputi na ang buhok ko The ending line from the chorus of Rey Valera's most popular song in Spotify, "Kahit Maputi Na Ang Buhok Ko," is just an icon in the landscape of Original Pilipino Music that it has been used in so many... Continue Reading →
Movie Review: ‘Deleter’ brings out the best of Nadine Lustre
We watched the private advance screening of DELETER with high expectations. It takes pride in having many firsts: director Mikhail Red's first project with Viva Films, Nadine Lustre's first horror film, and it's the first time for the cast members to work together. Not to mention, it is the only horror film in this year's... Continue Reading →
Movie Review: ‘My Father, Myself’ is a conversation starter, not just a sexy film
How can this movie with such graphic content and sensitive subject matter be chosen as an entry to the Metro Manila Film Festival? — One might wonder as both film fest patrons and non-watchers alike raise eyebrows on MY FATHER, MYSELF. After attending its red carpet premiere and seeing the warm reactions of the audience,... Continue Reading →
Family movie for Christmas season: ‘Family Matters’ opens December 25
An official entry to the Metro Manila Film Festival 2022, opens December 25 in cinemas nationwide.
