The movie version of Walong Libong Piso brings the stage play to the screen — and while it keeps the same story and message, it feels more like watching the play again than a full movie experience. Paolo Gumabao still does a really good job. His performance is strong and sincere, and he carries the... Continue Reading →
Jericho Rosales’ ‘Quezon’ receives DepEd backing for educational screenings nationwide
The Department of Education (DepEd) has expressed its full support for TBA Studios’ latest historical film 'Quezon', which is now showing in cinemas nationwide. The film is a historical drama that focuses on Manuel L. Quezon years after the Philippine Revolution during the American occupation. 'Quezon' stars Jericho Rosales in the titular role. It is... Continue Reading →
Alessandra de Rossi returns as director, gathers powerhouse cast for ‘Everyone Knows Every Juan’
Award-winning actress Alessandra de Rossi is back to wearing director/producer hat, and has gathered some of the country’s finest seasoned actors to star alongside her in “Everyone Knows Every Juan”, a drama-comedy movie that delves into the chaotic, love-hate nature of a Filipino family. The Sevilla Siblings, played by Edu Manzano, Ruby Ruiz, Gina... Continue Reading →
Mika Salamanca makes film debut via MMFF, named J Spray’s new endorser
Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition Big Winner and Sparkle artist Mika Salamanca is ready to take a big step in her career as she makes her big-screen debut in the upcoming Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2025 entry, 'Call Me Mother'. During a press conference for her newest endorsement, J Spray Perfume, held on... Continue Reading →
Dramedy ‘The Last BeerGin’ pours out truths, untold stories on the big screen
Cherry Pie Picache, JC Santos, Zaijian Jaranilla, Xyriel Manabat, and Pepe Herrera come together in The Last BeerGin, a film that blends humor, heartbreak, and honesty, opening in cinemas nationwide this October 1. From Cineko Productions and Obra Cinema Productions, the same studios behind Family Matters and Family of Two, the film is directed by... Continue Reading →
Puregold’s boys’ love series ‘Got My Eyes on You’ sparks kilig on TikTok
Puregold continues to champion fresh, inclusive storytelling with the release of its newest digital series, Got My Eyes on You. This Boys' Love (BL) vertical series is now making waves on TikTok, with its playful and kilig-filled episodes dominating For You Pages and fans asking for more with comments like “bitin naman!” and “next episode,... Continue Reading →
Movie review: ‘Isla Babuyan’ as island of drama, grit worth discovering
I recently had the chance to watch Isla Babuyan during an intimate screening with its director Jose Abdel Langit and line producer Dennis Evangelista. Before the uncut version of the film was played, they introduced us to the journey of bringing this story to life and gave us a closer look at the characters they... Continue Reading →
MTRCB rates ‘100 Awit Para Kay Stella’, ‘Magellan’ among this week’s cinema lineup
Two proudly-made Filipino films lead this week’s lineup as the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) approved the public exhibition of “100 Awit Para Kay Stella' and 'Magellan,' headlining a diverse roster of local and international movies now showing in cinemas nationwide. “100 Awit Para Kay Stella,” starring Bela Padilla, JC Santos and... Continue Reading →
Leonardo DiCaprio stars in Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another’, opening September 24
“It’s a really fun, action-packed thriller from start to finish, with a lot of laughs,” says the producer of 'One Battle After Another,' directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and starring Leonardo DiCaprio. Opening September 24 in PH cinemas. Filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson started working on “One Battle After Another” 20 years ago, and though “the... Continue Reading →
Direk Derick Cabrido on Barbie Forteza’s growth, Atasha Muhlach’s acting debut, & juggling projects
Derick Cabrido has become one of the most in-demand directors today, with back-to-back projects in both film and streaming platforms. While working on the psychological thriller P77 with Barbie Forteza, he was also handling several projects including the local adaptation of Bad Genius with Atasha Muhlach and Cignal Play’s vertical drama 3 Queens. On Barbie... Continue Reading →
