The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) has completed the review and classification of all eight official entries to the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), finishing the process on Thursday, December 11—exactly two weeks before Christmas. The screenings and evaluations were conducted under the leadership of MTRCB Chairperson and CEO Lala Sotto,... Continue Reading →
Topakk is packed with action from start to finish. The opening scene grabs your attention immediately with its intensity, setting the stage for a gripping story. The excitement builds steadily until it reaches a well-deserved and satisfying conclusion. This film is a fantastic choice for action movie enthusiasts looking for something thrilling to watch this... Continue Reading →
Uninvited brings together a talented cast, a compelling story, and a skilled creative team to deliver a captivating movie experience. From start to finish, the film grips audiences with its intense, emotional plot and outstanding performances. Uninvited follows Eva Candelaria (Vilma Santos), a mother seeking justice for her daughter’s murder. Disguised as a socialite, she... Continue Reading →
What if the Philippines had never been colonized? The Kingdom, an official entry in the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), brings this intriguing idea to the big screen. Directed by Mike Tuviera, the film imagines a thriving monarchy untouched by colonization, creating a world rich in culture and tradition. The story is set in... Continue Reading →
Isang Himala is a breathtaking reimagining of the 1982 Filipino classic Himala, now masterfully adapted into a musical-drama for the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival. The story follows Elsa, portrayed by Aicelle Santos, a young woman who claims to have been visited by the Virgin Mary and granted the power to heal. Set in the... Continue Reading →
Two of the most sought-after Kapuso leading men, Dennis Trillo and Ruru Madrid, star in the upcoming drama movie Green Bones, an official entry to the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival. During the film's press conference on December 5 at Seda, Vertis North, lead stars Dennis Trillo and Ruru Madrid shared their thoughts and experiences... Continue Reading →
Two iconic names in Philippine cinema, Judy Ann Santos and Lorna Tolentino, are set to grace the big screen together in the highly anticipated horror film Espantaho. The film, directed by the acclaimed Chito S. Roño and written by Chris Martinez, will premiere on December 25, 2024, as part of the Metro Manila Film Festival’s... Continue Reading →
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 →
The highly anticipated Filipino action-thriller Topakk is set to make its local premiere as an official entry to the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) this Christmas season. After earning international acclaim in festivals such as Cannes, Locarno, and Austin, this homegrown masterpiece is ready to thrill Philippine audiences starting December 25. During the movie's... Continue Reading →
After being away from the limelight for several years, Enrique Gil is making a Metro Manila Film Festival comeback with a new horror movie titled 'Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital'. This film produced by Reality MM Studios is an official entry to the 2024 MMFF — the 50th anniversary presentation of the long-running annual celebration... Continue Reading →
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