Two Filipino films, “Mudrasta: Ang Beking Ina” and “Post House,” will headline this week’s roster of movies approved for release by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB). The comedy-drama “Mudrasta: Ang Beking Ina,” starring veteran actor Roderick Paulate and produced by CreaZion Studios, has been rated R-13, suitable for ages 13 and... Continue Reading →
Sid Lucero, Bea Binene lead Nikolas Red’s psychological horror debut ‘Posthouse’
Viva Films and Evolve Studios present Posthouse, a psychological horror film marking the feature directorial debut of Nikolas Red, in collaboration with his brother Mikhail Red—the acclaimed director of Deleter and Lilim—who serves as creative producer. Starring Sid Lucero and Bea Binene, this chilling tale follows the restoration of an old film that unleashes a... Continue Reading →
Ashtine Olviga, Andres Muhlach star in their first movie, ‘Minamahal: 100 Bulaklak Para Kay Luna’
After capturing hearts around the world in the internationally acclaimed Viva One series Ang Mutya ng Section E., breakout stars Ashtine Olviga and Andres Muhlach are set to make their much-anticipated big-screen debut in Minamahal: 100 Bulaklak Para Kay Luna—a film written and directed by award-winning filmmaker Jason Paul Laxamana. From their breakout roles as... Continue Reading →
‘Isolated’: Yassi Pressman says she’s never felt this scared since ‘Insidious’
For someone who admits she avoids horror movies at all costs, Yassi Pressman’s newest project is a bold and unexpected move. The actress stars in Isolated, her first-ever horror film—and she says it’s unlike anything she’s ever done before. “Very, very excited to have Isolated out in cinemas… This is a thrill that I’ve never... Continue Reading →
‘Mananambal’: Nora Aunor, Bianca Umali lead powerhouse folk-horror story
Superstar and National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts Nora Aunor and versatile Kapuso actress Bianca Umali come together in the latest horror film, Mananambal. Joining them are talented actors Kelvin Miranda, Edgar Allan Guzman, Jeric Gonzales, and Martin Escudero. Directed by Adolf Alix, Jr., 'Mananambal' is now showing in cinemas nationwide. https://www.facebook.com/tatakmnlph/videos/612536251420872 When a... Continue Reading →
Mccoy De Leon brings Father Rhoel Gallardo’s story of faith and heroism to life in ‘In Thy Name’
On March 20, 2000, the Abu Sayyaf’s hostage-taking in Basilan made headlines. Father Rhoel Gallardo, a Claretian priest, was abducted in the town of Sumisip, along with a number of students and faculty members. There were also captives from the town of Tuburan. Led by Khadaffy Janjalani and Abu Sabaya, the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG)... Continue Reading →
Jerald Napoles, confident in his holy-comedy film ‘Sampung Utos Kay Josh’
Viva Films kicks off its 2025 movie lineup with the "holy-comedy" film Sampung Utos Kay Josh, a comedy that blends humor and heartfelt moments, where breaking the rules has never felt so divine. At the movie's press conference, lead star Jerald Napoles shared his thoughts on the project, praising its theme and plot and describing... Continue Reading →
‘Hold Me Close’: Julia Barretto grateful for MMFF inclusion of romantic drama with Carlo Aquino
After their successful collaboration in Expensive Candy in 2022, Julia Barretto and Carlo Aquino are back together in the highly anticipated romantic film Hold Me Close, which is an official entry to the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). Hold Me Close, a romance-drama masterpiece filmed in Japan, is written and directed by Jason Paul... Continue Reading →
Movie review: ‘Pasahero’ attempts to bend horror genre
Pasahero, directed by Vivamax cult favorite Roman Perez Jr., is a suspense-horror film that transcends conventional scares. The story centers on seven train passengers, portrayed by a talented ensemble cast that includes Louise Delos Reyes, Bea Binene, Yumi Garcia, Katya Santos, Mark Anthony Fernandez, Keann Johnson, Andre Yllana, Rafa Siguion-Reyna, and Dani Zee. These passengers... Continue Reading →
Vivamax Cult Director Roman Perez Jr. sees advantage of showcasing two Filipino titles at Sine Sindak
Two Filipino full-length features from Viva Films are featured in the 5th edition of the Sine Sindak Horror Film Festival: Pasahero (starring Bea Binene and Louise delos Reyes, directed by Roman Perez Jr.) and Nanay, Tatay (starring Aubrey Caraan and Xia Vigor, directed by Roni S. Benaid). Sine Sindak: Ang Ika-5 Yugto will be screened... Continue Reading →
