Lionheart Movies

Julia Montes, puring-puri ni Direk Jerry Lopez Sineneng

2011-08-10T18:14:00.000-07:00

Laking gulat ni Julia Montes nang sabihin ni Derek Jerry Lopez Sineneng sa harap ng mga movie press sa presscon ng “Way Back Home” ng Star Cinema na ang aura at acting niya ay inihahalintulad kay Claudine Barretto at hindi kay Glady’s Reyes na siyang orihinal na Clara.

“Kaya nasabi ko na magiging Claudine si Julia kasi nga kahit kontrabida ang role niya sa nasabing pelikula nakikita ko na aangat siya dito bilang isang tunay na actress,” sambit pa ni Derek.

Hindi makapaniwala si Julia nang banggitin ito ni Derek sa harap mismo ng movie press na siya nga ang makabagong Claudine, kaya nahihiya siya kasi nga super idol niya ang aktres bago pa siya pumasok sa showbiz.

“Isang malaking hamon sa aking kakayahan bilang baguhang artista ang paghalintulad ni Derek kasi nga alam naman natin lahat na isa siyang magaling na actress, kaya kahit kalahati lang ng kanyang showbiz career ang masundan ko, tuwang-tuwa na ako”, sambit pa niya.

Para patunayan ni Julia na talagang idol niya ang magaling na actress sinabi niyang gustung-gusto niya ang pagganap nito sa pelikulang “Anak” kung saan isa siyang prodigal daughter na mapagmahal at madaling magpatawad.

Kaya mild lang ang talakan nina Julia and Kathryn Bernardo sa nasabing movie kasi nga inalagaan ng director ang kanilang career dahil gusto niya na pareho silang bida rito at hindi tatatak sa movie goers na may lalabas na kontrabida di tulad sa teleseryeng Mara/Clara na mayroong identity ang bida at kontrabida. Alam mo na!!!

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Pelikulang Pagsasamahan nina Kim Chui at Gov. Vilma Santos, kasado na!

2011-08-10T18:11:00.000-07:00

Tuloy na ang pelikulang unang pagsasamahan nina Batangas Governor Vilma Santos at Kim Chiu sa Star Cinema.

Next week, magkakaroon na ito ng storycon and by that time, malalaman na kung sino ang magdidirek ng movie at kung sinu-sino ang makakasama ng dalawa.

Sometime during the first week of September ang start ng shooting. Someone close to Vi disclosed na baka first week ng January ang release nito.

Obviously, ito ang dahilan why nira-rush din daw ang taping ni Kim for My Binondo Girl. Tuloy, ang mga tao behind the promo department ng ABS-CBN are having a hard time scheduling Kim for a presscon.

My Binondo Girl has Kim in the title role. Playing her leading men are Jolo Revilla, Xian Lim and Matteo Guidicelli.

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Kathryn natakot sa sinabi ni Direk Jerry

2011-08-10T10:09:00.000-07:00

Na-pressure sina Kathryn Bernardo at Julia Montes, mga bida sa Way Back Home ng Star Cinema sa sinabi ni Direk Jerry Sineneng na sina Judy Ann Santos at Claudine Barretto sa kanilang henerasyon. Kailangang patunayan nga*yon ng dalawa na hindi nagkamali si Direk Jerry sa kanyang paniniwala at tiwala sa kanila.

Sabi ni Kathryn, sa TV isang lipat lang okay na, sa pelikula magbabayad ang tao at kailangang ibahin ang acting. Thankful naman si Julia na nabigyan sila ng chance na mabigyan ng pelikula.

Sa Aug. 17, ang showing ng Way Back Home na homage rin kay AJ Perez na dapat kasama sa movie.

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‘My Neighbor’s Wife’ Shows Steamy, Forbidden Love

2011-08-10T10:02:00.000-07:00

Brace yourselves for Regal Entertainment’s newest sizzling and titillating offering, "My Neighbor’s Wife," written and directed by Jun Lana.

Lead stars Dennis Trillo, Lovi Poe, Jake Cuenca and Carla Abellana fit their respective roles to a "T" as they tackle characters in a story of love, deception and infidelity.

Jake and Carla play husband and wife while Dennis and Lovi portray lovers. All four are friends but their friendship turns sour when Lovi engages Jake in a forbidden romance.

Since MNW’s theme revolves around marital infidelity, the film naturally carries daring scenes the four stars have never done before.

Each of them went beyond their limitations in order to give justice to the required steamy, sexy scenes.

Of the four lead stars, Lovi is described as the most daring – showing skin in torrid love scenes with Dennis and Jake.

Carla, the wholesome TV star in series like GMA Network’s "Magic Palayok," dared to bare enough of herself while romancing the likes of Jake and Dennis on screen.

This unselfish display of professionalism coupled with utmost cooperation during the shoot didn’t go unnoticed as the mother and daughter team of Lily Monteverde and Roselle Monteverde-Teo thank their stars.

"They’re very professional. Maayos ang kanilang schedules at hindi nagbigay ng sakit ng ulo while doing the film. Sa totoo lang, kahit delicate ang scenes, wala silang arte at inhibitions that’s why I really, really love them!" relates Mother Lily.

Touted to be this year’s hottest and most daring film, "My Neighbor’s Wife" opens in theaters starting September 1

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My Neighbor's Wife : 'It's so hot! Very hot!'

2011-08-09T09:54:00.000-07:00

Kabado si Direk Jun Lana na pag-initan ng MTRCB ang dinidirek niyang My Neighbor’s Wife ng Regal Entertainment.

“It’s so hot! Very hot! Ha! Ha! Ha!” saad sa amin ni Direk Jun nang tanungin namin kung gaano kainit ang movie.

Ang konsuwelo ng director, magagaling ang cast niyang sina Dennis Trillo, Lovi Poe, Carla Abellana at Jake Cuenca. Bukod sa pagpayag sa matitinding eksena, husay na husay pa siya sa mga acting na pinamalas nila.

“Si Dennis, akala ko, kung ano ’yung naipakita niyang galing sa drama, ’yun na ’yon! Hindi pala. Marami pa siyang husay na ipinakita sa movie.

“Si Lovi naman, mahusay talaga. Wala nang kuwestyon doon. Pero si Jake, humanga rin ako. Aral na aral niya ang character at preparado siya sa gagawin pagdating sa set.

“Revelation naman si Carla sa movie. Pati nga sa love scenes kay Dennis at halikan kay Jake, bigay na bigay rin! Ang sarap ng feeling kapag magagaling ang artist among dinidirek!” kuwento ng director sa amin.

Sa September 14 na ang showing ng MNW na tinatayang mainit, mapusok at mapangahas na movie ng 2011 dahil sa tema ng wife swapping!

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Lovi believes Marian will not be jealous of her

2011-08-05T09:59:00.000-07:00

Masayang ibinida ni Lovi Poe ang pelikulang first time nilang pagtatambalan ni Dingdong Dantes na Aswang.

Kakaiba raw kasi ang movie na ito nila ni Dingdong kaya aliw na aliw ang sexy actress habang nagsu-shooting dito.

And as leading man, all praises din si Lovi sa dyowa ni Marian Rivera.

Hindi naman kaya natatakot si Lovi na baka mabigyan ng isyu ang pagiging “magiliw” niya kay Dingdong.

Alam naman nating may history si Marian na pinagseselosan ang mga nagiging leading lady ni Dingdong, tulad na lang nang naging kontrobersiya kay Bela Padilla.

Depensa naman ni Lovi sa isang interview, parang kapatid na raw ang turingan nila ni Marian.

Alam naman daw ni Marian na trabaho lang talaga para kay Lovi ang tambalan nila ni Dingdong at walang personalan.

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Dennis peppers Lovi's face with kisses

2011-08-05T09:57:00.000-07:00

Palaisipan sa amin kung sino kina Lovi Poe at Carla Abellana ang inaararo ng halik at romansa ni Dennis Trillo sa still picture na ipinadala sa amin ng eksena sa My Neighbor’s Wife ng Regal Entertainment.

Hindi kasi maaninag ang mukha ng babae pero for sure, isa sa dalawang aktres ’yon.

Apat lang kasi silang major characters sa movie kasama si Jake Cuenca.

Pero sa mga comment na natatanggap namin sa aming Facebook account, si Lovi ang hula nilang niroromansa si Dennis.

Eh, between Lovi and Carla, ’di hamak na mas mapangahas ang una sa pagpapaseksi on and off screen.

Wala siyang inhibitions kung masilip man ang kanyang alindog sa paghuhubad niya, huh!

Patunay ang mga seksing billboard ni Lovi pati na ang na-ban niyang Belo billboard na walang takot talaga ang young actress sa pagdi-display ng kahubdan niya.

Pero malay natin, bumigay na rin si Carla sa first ever sexy and daring role niya sa MNW?

Hindi naman porke matapang si Lovi sa hubaran, eh, patatalbog na si Carla. Mas masarap nga namang abangan ang pagpapaseksi ng isang babaing maamo at may inosenteng mukha gaya ni Carla, ’no?

Malalaman sa Sept. 14 kung sino kina Lovi at Carla ang nilantakan ni Dennis ng halik sa picture pati na rin ang mga pasabog ni Jake na alam naman nating wala ring pakialam ibuyangyang ang katawan.

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Direk Jerry Sineneng sees another Judy Ann Santos in Kathryn Bernardo and Claudine Barretto in Julia Montes

2011-08-05T03:13:00.000-07:00

WaSi Direk Jerry Sineneng ang direktor nang isapelikula noong 1996 ang Mara Clara na nagtampok kina Judy Ann Santos at Gladys Reyes.

Ngayon namang 2011, si Direk Jerry ang nagdirek ng unang pelikulang pagsasamahan ng bagong Mara Clara na sina Kathryn Bernardo at Julia Montes na Way Back Home.

Hindi man masasabing movie version ng Mara Clara na nagpasikat din kina Kathryn Bernardo at Julia Montes, ang Way Back Home naman ang puwedeng maging sukatan ng kasikatan ng dalawa in terms of box-office appeal gaya nina Juday at Gladys noon.

Sa press conference ng movie sa Dolphy Theater noong Miyerkules ng gabi,August 3, tahasang sinabi ni Direk Jerry na nakikita niyang sina Kathryn at Julia na magiging next Judy Ann at Claudine Barretto.

Ayon nga sa direktor, "Sila talaga ang bagong Judy Ann at Claudine."

Isa rin si Direk Jerry sa nakapagdirek noong nagsisimula pa lamang sina Juday at Claudine.

Nakita rin niya kung paano naging matagumpay sa kani-kanilang careers sina Juday at Claudine na ngayon ay maituturing nang important stars of today's generation.

Nakikita raw talaga ni Direk Jerry sa dalawang bida niya ngayon ang mga nakita niya rin noon kina Juday at Claudine.

"Opo, yes, deep in my heart talaga. Bilang fan din ako nina Juday at Claudine.

"Nakikita ko talaga na si Julia ang sumusunod sa yapak ni Claudine Barretto at si Kathryn naman sa kategorya ni Judy Ann Santos.

"Nandiyan pong pareho silang magaling. Pareho silang professional. Pareho rin ang passion about work.

"Yung charisma rin sa dalawa, makikita rin sa dalawang batang ito."

Naniniwala raw si Direk Jerry sa combined formula ng attitude at talents. At parehong mero'n daw ng mga ito sina Kathryn at Julia.

"Sa akin po, it's a perfect balance of talent and attitude. Sa akin po, wala po akong masasabi sa dalawa, napaka-professional, napakagalang.

"Although siguro sa edad ko, lolo na ang tingin nila sa akin. Pero napakagalang, napaka-professional. Magaling talaga sila."

On the other hand, naniniwala rin si Direk Jerry na perfect choice din, or replacement sa kanilang roles bilang mga le

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Star Cinema's Way Back Home, starring Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes

2011-07-31T06:45:00.000-07:00

Starring: Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes

Directed By: Jerry Lopez-Sineneng

Opens this August 17, 2011.

This is the trailer

John Lloyd Cruz and Angel Locsin Will Prove Their Chemistry on Big Screen

2011-07-28T09:11:00.000-07:00

Some people doubted their chemistry in the primetime series “Imortal” but John Lloyd Cruz and Angel Locsin proved them wrong because the said fantaserye was very successful.

By popular demand, John Lloyd and Angel are being paired up once again, but this time on the big screen to be helmed by no less than the box-office director herself, Cathy Garcia-Molina!

The famed director told Showbiz News Ngayon that Star Cinema and the staff for the John Lloyd-Angel movie are now in the process of developing a concept for the project.

“Maraming may gusto ng John Lloyd-Angel after ‘Imortal.’ Ito na po. Mayroon ng movie talaga si John Lloyd at si Angel. It’s official. We are already in the concept development. Actually scriptwriting na,” she said.

Cruz’ last movie–My Amnesia Girl–was the highest-grossing non-MMFF movie in 2010. Locsin’s last movie–In the Name of Love–was also a box-office hit and was listed in the Top 20 movies list worldwide during its theatrical run.

With the collaboration of 2 box-office stars to be led by the box-office director, the romantic movie which is set to be released later this year has the potential to break box-office records!
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Star Cinema Ironing Project for Erich Gonzales and Mario Maurer

2011-07-28T09:10:00.000-07:00

Young star Erich Gonzales landed on the top trending local topics of microblogging site Twitter on Monday after rumors circulated that she will be doing a film with Thai actor Mario Maurer.

The hashtag #ErichGonzales made it to the 8th spot on Twitter's list of top trending topics in the Philippines on Monday morning while Star Cinema, ABS-CBN's movie outfit, landed in 6th place.

Several netizens shared their excitement over the rumored project.

"Erich Gonzales and Mario Maurer will be having a movie together under Star Cinema!! o.O lucky Girl.. im jealous!! :P," Genesis Ching tweeted.

"Omegosh! Is that true that Erich Gonzales and @ohohmario will pair under Star Cinema?" KC Labios said.

For her part, Jennie Tagubase said, "Erich Gonzales and Mario Maurer will be having a film under Star Cinema! :D im not a fan of Erich but im so excited na :)."

Maurer tweeted last July 8 that he will visit Manila soon. He did not say anything about a new movie project with Gonzales.

'See you soon Philippines,' he wrote.

But Joyce Ramirez of Publicity Asia, the group that will bring Maurer to the Philippines, said they still need to iron things out with Star Cinema.

"STAR CINEMA and I still need to iron out a lot of details including the SCRIPT in the meantime follow @PENSHOPPE for Meet & Greet details!," Ramirez tweeted.

She added, "THE SELECTION of the ACTRESS position will only be revealed after Mario Maurer reviews the SCRIPT - so nothing is FINAL yet! Thank you."

Meanwhile, Ramirez said she will be flying to Thailand next week to introduce Star Cinema to Maurer.
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The Making of Tween Academy : Class of 2012

2011-07-28T09:04:00.000-07:00

Have a Peek on the Upcoming GMA FILMS' Movie, Tween Academy: Class of 2012, the much anticipated movie version of the top-rated Sunday Teen Oriented show Tween Hearts.

TWEEN ACADEMY: CLASS OF 2012 Showing: August 24,2011 in Theaters Nationwide!

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Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa screening schedules

2011-07-16T02:51:00.000-07:00

Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa screening schedules:

16 July/Sat, 4:00PM, Greenbelt 3
17 July/Sun, 12:45PM, CCP Main Theatre
18 July/Mon, 6:15PM, CCP MKP Hall
18 July/Mon, 9:00PM, Greenbelt 3
19 July/Tue, 12:45PM, CCP Huseng Batute
20 July/Wed, 6:15PM, CCP Huseng Batute
21 July/Thu, 10:00AM, CCP Little Theatre
22 July/Fri, 6:15PM, CCP Main Theatre
23 July/Sat, 3:30PM, CCP MKP Hall
24 July/Sun, 4:00PM, Greenbelt 3

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Busong, tampok sa Cinemalaya Film Festival 2011

2011-07-10T23:48:00.000-07:00

Matagal na palang tumatanggi si Alessandra de Rossi na makipag-kissing scene sa TV at pelikula.

Hindi naman daw siya nagpapaka-sweet o pa-demure effect pero ayaw na lang daw niya talaga na makikita pa sa publiko ang mga ganu’ng gawain na dapat ay pribado na lang.

“Na-realize ko after ilang beses na muntik na akong mapaaway sa set. ‘Yung, ‘Ayan, direk, ha, pagbibigyan ko kayo para walang away pero take one lang, ha?’ Biglang take two natin kasi ganyan.

Ay! Wala na! Mainit na ang ulo ko.

“Ayoko nang maulit sa ganu’ng klaseng sitwasyon, kasi, ako lang ang magmukhang masama. So, huwag na lang nating gawin para everybody happy,” pahayag ni Alessandra.

“May mga eksenang hindi talaga maiwasan like weddings, ‘yung mga nakaw na halik, ganyan. Paminsan-minsan siguro, smack, ganu’n.

“Pero ‘yung open mouth, ayoko na talaga.”

Hindi maiwasang mapapasabak siya sa ganu’ng eksena lalo na’t may pagka-daring ang role niya sa Sinner or Saint.

Aware sila na ayaw na niya ng ganu’ng eksena kaya dinadaya na lang nila.

“Gaya nu’ng love scene namin ni Dennis (Trillo), sobrang daya na hindi man lang kami nag-kiss, tapos, biglang may lipstick siya sa may taas ng labi.

“Ayan, Dennis, saan nanggaling iyan? Pinagtawanan na lang namin. Pero alam naman ni Dennis na sa Darna pa lang, problema na nila iyan,” kuwento ni Alex.

Samantala, ipinagmamalaki ni Alessandra ang pelikulang Busong ni direk Aureaus Solito na entry sa Director’s Showcase sa Cinemalaya Film Festival.

Doon pa lang sa Cannes International Film Festival ay proud na proud na siya nang binigyan sila ng 10-minute standing ovation pagkatapos ng screening.

Sana, ganu’n din ang pagtanggap dito sa atin.

Itong pelikula kagaya ng Busong ang masasabing nagagawa ni Alex ang pagiging artist niya.

“Hindi naman ako makakaipon dito sa Busong, eh. Sa paggawa ng indie films, wala naman talagang pera. Kanya-kanyang ano naman iyun, eh. ‘Yung art mo, darating sa ibang bagay.

“Kung sa mainstream, wala kang makuha dahil iyun lang ang ginagawa mo, eh ‘di pera, ‘di ba?

“Kasi sa indie films, wala kang napi-please kundi sarili mo. Sa mainstream naman, ang napi-please mo, ang audience.

“Sad to say, iba talaga ang taste namin, eh. Kung ano ang maganda sa amin, hindi maganda sa nakakarami.

“Siguro, ganu’n lang talaga ako mag-isip o baka ibang mundo lang talaga ako. Eh ‘di ganu’n na lang nga! Pero binibigay ko naman ang gusto ng masa, eh!” lahad ni Alessandra.

Ang Busong ay co-produced ng Alternative Vision Cinema ni Alfred Vargas.

Impressed si Alfred sa trabaho ni direk Aureaus kaya pinag-uusapan na nila ngayon ang isa pang project na muli nilang pagsasamahan at excited na siyang gawin ito dahil ibang-iba raw sa mga dati niyang ginagawa.

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The Road ng GMA Films, nagsisimula nang mag-shoot

2011-07-08T10:09:00.000-07:00

Nagsimula na palang mag-shooting si Carmina Villarroel ng The Road, ang horror movie ng GMA Films na isa ang aktres sa mga bida.

Out na yata si Wendell Ramos sa cast dahil pangalan ni Marvin Agustin ang nabasa naming kaeksena ni Carmina.

Naikuwento ni Carmina ang tungkol sa bagong pelikula sa final presscon ng Amazing Cooking Kids, kung saan host siya na timing ang shooting schedule dahil tapos na ang reality cooking show ng mga bata at sa July 16, i-a-announce na kung sino kina Duday Reyes, Angela Clarke at Ronin Leviste ang mananalo.

Dahil pala sa pagho-host ng cooking show, nag-enroll na rin ng Culinary Arts si Carmina sa Magsaysay Institute of Hospitality & Culinary Arts.

Marunong na siyang gumawa ng soup, salad dressing at different style ng paghiwa.

Sa episode mamaya ng Amazing Cooking Kids, makakasama ng Amazing 3 ang kanilang pamilya at mga kaibigan.

Dadalhan din nila ng paboritong tinolang manok si Cong. Manny Pacquiao.

Naloloka lang si Carmina dahil may crush si Ronin sa anak niyang si Cassey at binigyan siya nito ng two bracelets na ang isa ay para sa anak.

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Phenomenal Game Angry Birds The Movie Coming Soon!

2011-07-07T19:20:00.000-07:00

The creators of the phenomenal game are heading to Hollywood to try to strike cash-in deals!

Apparently, Rovio, the company who brought us the phenomenal game “Angry Birds,” is contemplating more ways to expand the brand, including merchandise, television shows and movies. To date, the game’s official website offers plush versions of the birds and pigs for sale, along with T-shirts featuring the game’s logo and characters.

In March 2011, the characters began appearing in a series of advertisements for Microsoft’s Bing search engine. And as for merchandising, leading toys producer Mattel has launched an Angry Birds board game, titled “Angry Birds: Knock on Wood.”

Mikael Hed, the CEO of Rovio Mobile, has envisioned a feature film and a television show in the stop-motion animation style of Aardman Animation. Hed acknowledges that such project would be years away, and that Rovio must keep the characters relevant until then, by producing sequels or new ports of the original game. Rovio officials have suggested that one such “sequel” will be told from the pigs’ point of view.

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Marian Rivera, busy na busy sa mga naka-line up na pelikula!

2011-07-07T09:56:00.000-07:00

Pagkatapos ng Temptation Island, pelikulang pagtatambalan nila ni Aga Muhlach ang gagawin ni Marian Rivera.

Pero tatapusin muna nito ang shooting ng Panday 2 nila ni Sen. Bong Revilla, kaya mga September na sisimulan ang shooting ng Aga movie.

Nakipag-meeting na ang actor kina Mother Lily Monteverde, Roselle Monteverde-Teo at Atty. Annette Gozon-Abrogar dahil co-produced ang wala pang title na pelikula ng Regal Entertainment at GMA Films.

Alam na rin ni Marian ang tungkol sa movie project nila ni Aga dahil itinawag ito ng Regal sa manager ng aktres na si Popoy Caritativo noong nasa Amerika ang talent manager.

Sa balitang gagawa ng pelikula si Marian kapareha si Robin Padilla, baka next year na ito gawin.

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The Making of "THE ADVENTURES OF PUREZA: QUEEN OF THE RILES "

2011-07-04T11:16:00.000-07:00

THE ADVENTURES OF PUREZA – QUEEN OF THE RILES Showing in the Philippines on July 13, 2011. Produced by Star Cinema & SineScreen

Starring Melai Cantiveros, Jason Francisco, Martin Del Rosario, Bianca Manalo, Bekimon, Nico Antonio, Joem Bascon, Ms. Gina Pareño & other surprise guests!

Directed by Soxie H. Topacio

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Love Will Lead You Back nina Coco Martin ay Judy Ann Santos, hindi pumasok sa MMFF 2011!

2011-07-03T20:43:00.000-07:00

Natutuwa naman si Judy Ann na nasama ang My HouseHusband sa mga pelikula na napili para sa MMFF.

Isa pa sanang pelikula ang gagawin niya para sa MMFF, ang Love Will Lead You Back, subalit hindi ito napasama sa napili.

Sabi ni Judy Ann, "Ako po kasi, naniniwala din po ako na pareho naman pong maganda 'yong project.

"Although hindi ko pa po nababasa 'yong story ng My House Husband, kampante po kami ni Ryan na basta si Direk Joey ang magsusulat, and since talagang maganda na rin 'yong team-up namin, alam naman namin na talagang magandang proyekto ang ibibigay niya sa amin.

"Ako po, either/or ang maipasok sa MMFF, masaya ako. Kasi, nabasa ko ang istorya no'ng [movie with] Coco [Martin], 'yong Love Will Lead You Back, talagang maganda rin naman po.

"Siguro, pinaubaya na lang din po namin sa MMFF kung ano din talaga ang sa palagay nila, e, mas papasok sa MMFF.

"Kung ano naman ang pumasok sa pelikula ko, pareho naman akong nandoon, e.

"Pero mas okay na rin sa akin na My House Husband ang pumasok kasi mas magaan. Mas gusto ko rin po ngayong taong ito na ang mga gagawin kong project ay mga ganito."

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My HouseHusband ni Jydy Ann Santos, pasok sa MMFF 2011!

2011-07-03T19:17:00.000-07:00

Sa kabila, pagdating naman sa pag-arte, muling makikita si Judy Ann sa isa sa mga pelikulang napili para sa Metro Manila Film Festival ngayong taon, ang My HouseHusband.

Makakasama rito ng aktres ang kanyang asawa at ang kanilang dating direktor na si Joey Reyes.

Hindi kaya magiging katulad ito ng dati nilang mga pelikula na Kasal, Kasali, Kasalo at Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo?

Sabi ng 33-year-old actress, "Siguro po sisiguraduhin ni Direk Joey na magkaibang-magkaiba since siya rin ang maker ng Kasal, Kasali, Kasalo at Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo.

"I'm sure he'll make sure na hindi magiging pareho ang istorya. Siyempre, it's the same team, e."

Pagdating naman sa kung ano ang inaasahan nila para sa pelikula, tama lang daw ang kanilang expectation pagdating sa takilya.

Sabi ni Judy Ann, "Kung pressure ang pag-uusapan, oo, buong-buo 'yong sa amin, e.

"Pero siguro, gugustuhin din ng mga tao na mas magaan lang na tema, wala masyadong special effects o magic.

"Simpleng istoya lang ito, pampamilya, real life. So, hopefully, parang maging [katulad] siya ng KKK at SSS."

Inamin din ni Ryan na hindi biro ang kanilang makakalaban ngayong taon.

Ani ng TV host, "Kami, 'yong expectation is very well managed. 'Yong KKK at SSS, sinuwerte talaga na naging top grossers.

"Pero both movies, noong ginawa namin, e, napakababa ng expectations. Kasi, nag-top lang naman 'yon after two weeks, I think.

"Pero [this year] nandiyan sina Bossing [Vic Sotto], Senator Bong [Revilla], Ai-Ai [delas Alas], they're always the headliners of the festival."

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The Adventures of Pureza, Queen Of The Riles

2011-06-29T07:33:00.000-07:00

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Pureza, Queen of the Riles

2011-06-22T22:56:00.000-07:00

Pureza, Queen of the Riles

stars Melai Cantiveros, Jason Francisco, Martin del Rosario, Joem Bascon, Bekimon

Tentative date: July 13, 2011

Movie na pagtatambalan ni Piolo Pascual at Marian Rivera, tuloy pa rin!

2011-06-22T22:23:00.000-07:00

Hindi pa rin naisasantabi ang balak na gawan ng movie nina Piolo Pascual at Marian Rivera. Nangyari na ito dati pa kung saan ang actor ng GMA7 na si Richard Gutierrez at si KC Concepcion naman ng ABS-CBN ay nagsama sa isang pelikula. Give and take lang naman 'yan para sa mga film outfits.

Hindi naman sigurado mahihirapan ang dalawang ito sa pagpromote ng kanilang movie kung gagawin lang ang ginawa ni Richard Gutierrez at KC Concepcion noon. Nasa mabuting usapan lang 'yan ng mga networks.

Isa pa mismo itong advantage kasi both artists ay pwedeng magpromote sa mother network nila.

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27th PMPC Star Awards for Movies Complete list of winners

2011-06-22T04:08:00.000-07:00

Movie of the Year: Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To (Star Cinema)

Digital Movie of the Year: Sigwa (Beginnings Twenty Plus Production/Sineng Totoo Production/Star Express)

Movie Actress of the Year: Ai-Ai delas Alas (Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To)

Movie Actor of the Year: Coco Martin (Noy)

Movie Director of the Year: Wenn Deramas (Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To)

Digital Movie Director of the Year: Joel Lamangan (Sigwa)

Movie Supporting Actress of the Year: Eugene Domingo (Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To)

Movie Supporting Actor of the Year: Tirso Cruz III (Sigwa)

Movie Child Performers of the Year: Timothy Chan (Here Comes The Bride) and Xyriel Manabat (Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To)

New Movie Actress of the Year: Carla Abellana (Shake, Rattle & Roll 12 "Punerarya")

New Movie Actor of the Year: Martin del Rosario (Dagim)

Movie Original Screenplay of the Year: Jerry Gracio (Emir)

Digital Movie Screenplay of the Year: Jerrold Tarog (Senior Year)

Movie Editor of the Year: Marya Ignacio (Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To)

Digital Movie Editor of the Year: Bebs Gothia (Sigwa)

Movie Production Designer of the Year: Joey Luna and Miki Hahn (Rosario)

Digital Movie Production Designer of the Year: Edgar Martin Littaua (Sigwa)

Movie Cinematographer of the Year: Neil Daza (Emir)

Digital Movie Cinematographer of the Year: Monino S. Duque (Sigwa)

Movie Musical Scorer of the Year: Josefino Chino Toledo (Emir)

Digital Movie Musical Scorer of the Year: Jerrold Tarog (Senior Year)

Movie Sound Engineer of the Year: Lamberto "Bebet" Casas Jr. (Shake, Rattle & Roll 12 "Punerarya")

Digital Movie Sound Engineer of the Year: Alfredo "Dodoy" Ongleo (Sigwa)

Movie Original Theme Song of the Year: "Bakit Ako Naririto?" (Emir) - composed by Gary Granada, Interpreted by Frencheska Farr

Digital Movie Original Theme Song of the Year: "Napapagod Din Ang puso" (Tarima) - composed by Sherwyn Castillo, interpreted by MJ Ringor

Star of the Night: Richard Gomez
Star of the Night: Toni Gonzaga

Face of the Night: Xian Lim
Face of the Night: Vina Morales

Ulirang Artista (Lifetime Achievement Award) - Christopher de Leon
Ulirang Alagad ng Pelikula sa Likod ng Kamera (Lifetime Achievement Award) - Mother Lily Monteverde

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Star Cinema's In The Name of Love, ranked #20 on Highest Grossing Films in the Philippines!

2011-06-20T20:28:00.000-07:00

Angel Locsin Starrer "In the Name of Love" Ranked Number #20 on the Highest Grossing Films in the Philippines. It raked ₱ 117 Million in the Box Office.

TOP 20 Highest Grossing Films in The Philippines
1. You Changed My Life ₱ 230.32 million 2009 Star Cinema, Viva Films BOM
2. Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat ₱ 197.00 million 2008 Star Cinema Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat
3. Sukob ₱ 186.70 million 2006 Star Cinema IMDB
4. Kasal, Kasali, Kasalo ₱ 186.00 million 2008 Star Cinema
5. A Very Special Love ₱ 180.00 million 2008 Star Cinema, Viva Films
6. Ang Tanging Ina ₱ 178.00 million 2003 Star Cinema
7. Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote ₱ 159.00 million 2010 GMA Films GMA
8. Ang Tanging Ina Mo (Last na 'To!) ₱ 157.00 million 2010 Star Cinema
9. One More Chance ₱ 152.79 million 2007 Star Cinema
10. Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo ₱ 150.00 million 2007 Star Cinema
11. My Amnesia Girl ₱ 144.00 million 2010 Star Cinema BOM
12. Caregiver ₱ 139.00 million 2008 Star Cinema
13. Miss You Like Crazy ₱ 138.27 million 2010 Star Cinema BOM
14. A Love Story ₱ 137.67 million 2007 Star Cinema
15.In My Life ₱ 137.35 million 2009 Star Cinema
16. Feng Shui ₱ 137.00 million 2004 Star Cinema
17. For The First Time ₱ 134.00 million 2008 Star Cinema
18. Don't Give Up On Us ₱ 129.00 million 2006 Star Cinema
19. Catch Me, I'm in Love ₱ 120.21 million 2011 Star Cinema, Viva Films BOM
20. In The Name Of Love ₱ 117.23 million 2011 Star Cinema BOM

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Ang Huling El Bimbo

2011-06-19T19:14:00.000-07:00

Magsasama-sama sila Coco Martin, Enchong Dee, Martin del Rosario, Enrique Gil at Jake Cuenca sa isang movie na may kinalaman sa buhay ng ating mga kabataan ngayon.

Ang movie na iyan ay handog sa atin ng Star Cinema for next year.

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The Ghost Wedding

2011-06-19T19:06:00.000-07:00

Iba na talaga si Kim Chui dahil balita naming magiging international ang pagrelease sa kanyang bagong movie sa Star Cinema na The Ghost Wedding.

Ito ang isa sa mga plano ng Star Cinema for next year na ibibigay kay Kim Chui.

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Kanto Boyz the Movie

2011-06-19T19:04:00.000-07:00

Nagsimula bilang isang boy band sa ASAP XV, tapos nagkaroon ng commercial at ngayon, magkakaroon pa ng movie itong mga Kanto Boys!

Sila ay binubuo nina John Lloyd Cruz, Luis Manzano, Billy Crawford at Vhong Navarro. Ang kwelang grupo na ito ang siguradong magpapainlove pa lalo sa kanilang pagsabak sa big screen!

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The Healing

2011-06-19T19:02:00.000-07:00

Isa pang pakaaabangan mula sa Star Cinema ay ang "The Healing" na pagsasamahan nh The Megastar at ng Star for All Seasons.

Ngayon pa lang ay marami na ang nag-aabang dahil siguradong kakaiba ang tambalang ito dahil bigatin na sa cast pa lang.

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Maalaala Mo Kaya, Ang Dalawang Dekada

2011-06-19T18:42:00.000-07:00

Magkakaroon ng pangalawang installment ng longest-running drama anthology sa bansa kung saan host si Charo Santos-Concio na "MMK (Maala-Ala Mo Kaya) sa movie!

Ito ang pagtatambalan ng dalawa sa pinakamalalaking stars ng Philippine Television na sina Angel Locsin at Bea Alonzo. Ito ang sinasabing biggest drama of the year na siguradong pinaghandaang mabuti.

Ito ay nakatakdang ipalabas this year sa mga cinehan ng Star Cinema.

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Wedding Tayo, Wedding Hindi!

2011-06-19T18:35:00.000-07:00

Magsasama since Toni Gonzaga at Eugene Domingo sa pelikulang "Wedding Tayo, Wedding Hindi" ng Star Cinema.

Balitang si Zanjoe Marudo raw ang lalaking pag-aawayan ng dalawa sa pelikulang ito.

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Demetria M.D (Matandang Dalaga)

2011-06-19T18:33:00.000-07:00

Title role si Pokwang sa kanyang bagong movie sa Star Cinema kung saan siya ang lead role.

Demetria M.D (Matandang Dalaga) ang title ng movie na isa sa mga offering ng Star Cinema (ABS-CBN) next year. Isa lang ito sa napakaraming comedy movies na nakatakdang ipalabas next year na plano ng Star Cinema.

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Feng Shui Master

2011-06-19T18:22:00.000-07:00

Muling magbabalik si Vhong Navarro sa isang kwelang pelikula na may pamagat na "Feng Shui Master"!

Kung hindi pa rin tayo makaget-over sa Agent X44 noong 2007, lalong hindi tayo makakamove-on sa katatawa sa kwenlang si Vhong Navarro sa pinakabago niyang pelikulang Feng Shui Master na ipalalabas next year.

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Private Benjamin

2011-06-19T18:19:00.000-07:00

Kasado na ang pinakabagong movie ni Vice Ganda pagkatapos ng matagumpay niyang launching bilang lead sa "Petrang Kabayo" (Remake)

Ngayon naman ay co-prod ng Viva Films ang Star Cinema sa pelikulang "Private Benjamin" kung saan bidang-bida si Vice Ganda.

Isa raw ito sa mga dapat pakaabangan next year na siguradong papalo sa takilya.

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Here Comes the Bride 2

2011-06-19T18:15:00.000-07:00

Kung nagustuhan ninyo ang unang Here Comes the Bride na idinerehe ni Direk Chris Martinez, lalong matutuwa kayo sa sequel nito!

Kumpleto pa rin ang main cast mula kay Angelica Panganiban, Eugene Domingo, Tuesday Vargas, John Lapus at Jaime Fabregas na siguradong sasamahan pa ng mga bagong characters.

Mas lalong pinakwela at hahagikhik ang tawa mo sigurado sa sequel nito. Abangan!

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Kung Fu Family

2011-06-19T18:11:00.000-07:00

Siguradong riot kapag pinagsama ang dalawa sa mga pinakamagagaling sa komedya!

Sina Toni Gonzaga at Vice Ganda ay magsasama sa co-production movie na ito ng Viva Films at Star Cinema na may title na "Kung Fu Family".

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Enteng ng Ina Mo

2011-06-19T18:01:00.000-07:00

Mukhang masaya ang M-Zet (ni Bossing Vic Sotto) sa pakikipagtambalan nilang magproduce ng movie with Star Cinema. Maganda kasi ang unang joint venture nila na Pak! Pak! My Doctor Quack kung saan nakasama ni Vic Sotto si Bea Alonzo.

Pasok ang "Enteng ng Ina Mo" bilang official entry ng Star Cinema at M-Zet sa Metro Manila Film Festival 2011.

Ngayon naman ay magsasama ang dalawang pinakamalalaking artista sa komedya at takilya! Ang movie na "Enteng ng Ina Mo" ay pagsasamahan nina Vic Sotto (Enteng Kabisote) at Ai-Ai delas Alas (Tanging Ina) under M-Zet at Star Cinema.

Siguradong riot na naman ito!

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Segunda Mano

2011-06-19T17:51:00.000-07:00

Pasok bilang official entry ng Star Cinema sa Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) this year ang pelikulang "Segunda Mano" na isang horror film.

Muli tayong tatakutin ng Horror Queen na si Kris Aquino ngayong MMFF kasama pa si Dingdong Dantes. Ito ang kauna-unahang pelikula ni Dingdong sa Star Cinema at kauna-unahan ding pagtatambalan nila ni Kris Aquino.

Si Kris na mismo ang pumili kay Dingdong para makapareha niya. Huli tayong tinakot ni Kris last year sa pelikula niyang Dalaw na entry rin ng Star Cinema sa pinakahuling MMFF.

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Corazon, Ang Alamat ng Unang Aswang (Horror)

2011-06-19T17:42:00.000-07:00

Magsasama na sa pelikula sina Erich Gonzales at Derek Ramsey sa isang Star Cinema movie na horror ang genre.

Isa ito sa mga Star Cinema movies na ipinakilala kamakailan lang sa Bida Star trade event. Next year raw ito ipalalabas.

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Diez

2011-06-19T17:35:00.000-07:00

Dahil sa tagumpay ng horror movie ng ABS-CBN/Star Cinema na Cinco last year, inaasahang pagkakaroon ito ng sequel next year naman na may title na Diez.

Wala pang kumpirmadong gaganap sa horror movie na ito na ginagawa na raw ang script for presentations next year.

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Sa Iyong Pagbabalik

2011-06-19T17:29:00.000-07:00

"Sa Iyong Pagbabalik" na raw ang bagong title nga Star Cinema drama na pagsasamahan ng dalawang pinakasikat sa teen stars ngayon!

Ang Mara-Clara tandem na pumatok sa ating mga telebisyon ngayong 2011 ay magsasama sa isang pelikula na ang title ay "Sa Iyong Pagbabalik" under Star Cinema. Isa raw itong family drama na siguradong aantig sa puso ng lahat.

Kasama nina Kathryn Bernardo at Julia Montes dito ay si Agot Isidro.

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No Other Woman

2011-06-19T17:25:00.000-07:00

Sa kauna-unahang pagkakatapon ay magsasama ang dalawa sa pinakahottest at pinakasexy na aktres sa Pilipinas ngayon. Magsasama sina Cristine Reyes at Anne Curtis kasama pa ang isa sa mga hottest hunk ngayon, si Derek Ramsey.

Isa na naman itong sure hit sa takilya dahil hindi na matatawaran sa galing sa akting ng dalawang aktres kasama pa ang leading man ng lahat.

Ang movie na ito ang co-prod ng Viva Films at Star Cinema.

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Love Will Lead You Back

2011-06-19T17:12:00.000-07:00

Hindi man nakapasok sa Metro Manila Film Festival 2011 bilang entry ng Star Cinema dahil may conflict regarding sa lead stars nito, itutuloy pa rin ito ng Star Cinema pagkatapos ng MMFF.

Ito sana ang muling pagbabalik ng ating young superstar sa bigscreen pero makikita na agad siya sa MMFF entry niyang HouseHusband. Makakasama ni Judy Ann Santos sina Maja Salvador at Coco Martin.

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Tuhog

2011-06-19T17:06:00.000-07:00

Hindi ito remake ng 1990's bold movie kundi ito ang isa sa mga plano ng Star Cinema for the year 2012 na movie.

Tuhog ang title kasi gay-themed daw ito na may halong comedy. Napatunayan na ng Star Cinema sa kanilang movie na "In My Life" starring John Lloyd Cruz, Luis Manzano at Vilma Santos na kinakagat din ng mga tao ang genre na ito.

Sina Enchong Dee, Luis Manzano, Erich Gonzales at Pokwang ang balitang nasa lead ng pelikulang ito.

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37th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF 2011) Official Entries

2011-06-19T05:39:00.000-07:00

The Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced on Friday, June 17, the eight official entries to the 37th edition of the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).

MMDA chairman and 2011 Metro Manila Filmfest (MMFF) executive committee head Francis Tolentino revealed the list on Friday, the eight official entries to this year’s MMFF.

The 2011 MMFF Movies (in alphabetical order) are:

Enteng ng Ina Mo
Cast: Vic Sotto and Ai-Ai delas Alas
Director: Tony Y. Reyes
Producer: Star Cinema / M-Zet Films / APT Entertainment

Hototay
Cast: John Lapus, Ruffa Gutierrez, Andi Eigenmann, Lovi Poe, and Melai Cantiveros
Director: Joel Lamangan
Producer: Regal Films and SMDC

Mr. Wong
Cast: Robin Padilla and Angelica Panganiban
Directors: Tina Dayrit and Rechie del Carmen
Producer: RP Productions

My Househusband
Cast: Ryan Agoncillo and Judy Ann Santos
Director: Jose Javier Reyes
Producer: OctoArts Films

Panday 2
Cast: Bong Revilla, Phillip Salvador, Iza Calzado and Marian Rivera
Director: Mac Alejandre
Producer: GMA Films / Imus Productions

Segunda Mano
Cast: Kris Aquino, Dingdong Dantes and Angelica Panganiban
Producer: MJM Productions

Shake Rattle & Roll 13 (Lunod, Tamawo, Parola)
Cast: Eugene Domingo, Paulo Avelino, Albie Casino, Maricar Reyes, Kathryn Bernardo
Directors: Chris Martinez (Lunod), Richard Somes (Tamawo), Jerrold Tarog (Parola)
Producer: Regal Films

Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Cast: Dennis Trillo, Heart Evangelista, Carla Abellana, and Ritz Azul
Producer: Studio 5

The 37th Metro Manila Film Festival will run from December 25, 2011 to January 7, 2012.

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The official Metro Manila Film Festival entries 2011

2011-06-17T06:58:00.000-07:00

The official Metro Manila Film Festival entries for this year have been announced.

1. Enteng ng Ina Mo, starring Vic Sotto and Ai-Ai delas Alas; Tony Y. Reyes as director.
2. Hototay, starring John Lapus, Ruffa Gutierrez, Andi Eigenmann, Lovi Poe, and Melai Cantiveros; Joel Lamangan as director.
3. Mr. Wong, starring Robin Padilla and Angelica Panganiban; Tina Dayrit and Rechie del Carmen as directors.
4. My Househusband, starring Ryan Agoncillo and Judy Ann Santos; Jose Javier Reyes as director.
5. Panday 2, starring Bong Revilla, Phillip Salvador, Marian Rivera and Iza Calzado; Mac Alejandre as director.
6. Segunda Mano, starring Kris Aquino and Dingdong Dantes.
7. Shake Rattle & Roll 13, starring Eugene Domingo, Paulo Avelino, Albie Casino, Maricar Reyes, Kathryn Bernardo; Lunod will be directed by Chris Martinez, Tamawo will be by Richard Somes, and Parola by Jerrold Tarog.
8. Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow, starring Dennis Trillo, Heart Evangelista, Carla Abellana, and Ritz Azul.

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Kathryn and Julia, puspusan ang shooting sa movie na may working title na "Home"

2011-06-15T01:07:00.000-07:00

Tuloy-tuloy na ang shooting ng movie na ang working title ay Home, na pagbibidahan ng dalawang magaling na batang aktres na sina Kathrine Bernardo at Julia Montes.

Ayon na rin sa dalawang stars ng remake na Mara Clara, sobrang happy sila sa dahil after nga ng Mara Clara, agad silang nabigyan ng malaking project at sa isang pelikula pa.

Very proud din sila dahil ang direktor nila sa kanilang ginagawang pelikula ay ang magaling na si Direk Jerry Lopez Sineneng, na sobra rin daw bait sa set.

Say ni Direk Jerry, todo-paspas sila na tapusin ang movie para maging follow-up sa fans ng Mara Clara.

Ang Home ay hindi raw istorya ng Mara Clara, pero tiyak daw na magugustuhan din ng fans ng dalawa.

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Juday, dalawa ang filmfest entries this year

2011-06-15T00:28:00.000-07:00

Dalawa sa entries ay pagbibidahan ni Judy Ann Santos. Ang isa’y entry ng OctoArts Films at makakasama niya ang asawang si Ryan Agoncillo at Eugene Domingo sa direction ni Joey Reyes.

Ang isa’y pagtatambalan nila ni Coco Martin at ang grupo nina Deo Endrinal na gumawa ng Noy ang nasa likod nito. Family drama ang movie nina Judy at Ryan, hindi namin alam ang genre ng movie nila ni Coco.

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Nestlé's Kasambuhay Habambuhay

2011-06-14T05:12:00.000-07:00

June 10 -- Premiere night at SM Megamall Cinema 3
June 11 to 12 -- Free Movie Weekend at:
SM Megamall Cinema 3,
SM Southmall Cinema 6,
SM Rosales Cinema 1,
SM Cebu Cinema 7 &
SM Davao Cinema 1

This is the trailer

Nestlé launches film showing series

2011-06-14T05:11:00.000-07:00

As it celebrates 100 years in the Philippines, Nestlé Chairman and CEO John Miller said, “The centennial TV commercial is inspired by love for the family, a cultural trait which unites Filipinos.”

Nestlé is also launching a series of film screenings. “We envisage the films as an opportunity to reflect upon the values that have made Nestlé’s brands such an integral part of everyday Filipino life for the last 100 years. At the same time we look to the future and our mission to continue providing Filipinos with tasty and high quality products that promote nutrition, health and wellness,” Miller added.

Nestlé Philippines Creative Services Head Leslie Go-Alcantara also said “We are very excited about the films which we are working on with the Publicis team headed by Matec Villanueva and Jayel Ladioray.”

The films will be premiered on June 10 at SM Megamall. June 11 and 12 will be “Free Movie Weekend” at selected SM cinemas nationwide (Megamall Cinema 3, Southmall Cinema 6, Rosales Cinema 1, Davao Cinema 1 and Cebu Cinema 7). Screening starts at 11 a.m. The good news is that five lucky viewers (one per cinema) will get a chance to win P10,000 per area just by voting for their favorite short film or story at the end of the film showing.

This is the teaser

John Lloyd Cruz Preps Up for Upcoming ‘Kanto Boys’ Movie

2011-06-14T04:26:00.000-07:00

In an earlier interview, Cruz said that he will be reunited with his “My Amnesia Girl” leading lady Toni Gonzaga for the “Kanto Boys” movie. But there’s no formal announcement yet about the complete casting because they are still waiting for the contract as the planned movie is still in the scripting phase.

If ever JLC will be paired with a new leading lady in the future, guess who’s in his wish list?

Nope, it’s not Shaina Magdayao.

It’s Anne Curtis.

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ABS-CBN Film Productions Inc. (Star Cinema) presents "Pureza"

2011-06-10T04:11:00.000-07:00

Starring Melisa "Melai" Cantiveros and Jason Francisco.

Coming Soon in Theaters Nationwide!

Photo courtesy of Martin del Rosario.

Ai-Ai delas Alas Says Movie With Vic Sotto is a Dream Come True

2011-06-09T03:25:00.000-07:00

Kung noon ay palaging magkalaban ang mga pelikula nila sa annual Metro Manila Film Festival, ngayong taon ay magsasama na sina Vic Sotto at Aiai Delas Alas sa isang higanteng proyekto. Magsasanib pwersa ang Star Cinema at M-Zet Productions para sa pelikulang gagawin nina Vic at Aiai.

“Dream come true, wish come true saka answered prayer na makasama si Bossing finally sa isang movie. Sabi ko last year, sana next year hindi na kami magkalaban, magkakampi na kami,” nakangiting pahayag ni Aiai.

Minsan nang nagkasama sa isang sitcom sa GMA sina Vic at Aiai at mula noon ay hindi pa sila nabibigyan ng chance na magka-trabaho muli kaya matagal na raw talagang pinapangarap ng comedy queen na muling makasama si Bossing Vic. “Oo! Sobra kasi idol ko nga iyan, saka si Bossing nakakatawa yun, nakakatawa kasama. Siyempre first time part 2, part 3, part 4 ito,” dagdag pa ng aktres.

Sinisiguro raw ni Aiai na dobleng saya at katatawanan ang ihahatid nila ni Vic sa kanilang mga tagahanga sa pelikulang gagawin nila. “More fun, lahat ng makakapagpasaya sa tao gagawin namin ni Bossing,” pagtatapos ng Comedy Queen.

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Star Cinema floored by H’wood listing

2011-06-09T03:06:00.000-07:00

ABS-CBN is floored by the recent achievement of its movie, “In the Name of Love,” which landed on the Associated Press list of Top 20 highest-grossing movies for last month. The list was based on a Hollywood.com report.

The network said it was a “happy surprise” for the people behind the movie, which had taken a year to make. “However, we don’t know [how the ranking was arrived at],” said Roxy Liquigan, ad prom officer of Star Cinema, ABS-CBN film production arm.

An AP story dated May 19 put the Olivia Lamasan drama in the 15th slot among movies that led the international box-office race that weekend. According to the report, “In the Name of Love” grossed $1,917, 443 in 87 locations around the world, excluding North America.

The top five in the report, written by Paul Dergarabedian, were Hollywood films “Fast (and Furious) 5,” “Thor,” “Priest,” “Rio” and “Water for Elephants.” The list was compiled by Rentrak Theatrical and first released by Hollywood.com. Dergarabedian is president of the Box-Office Division of Hollywood.com and is a longtime box-office analyst for AP.

Liquigan is actually perplexed, because the Lamasan drama, which premiered in Manila on May 11, started its international screening only last weekend in key areas in the United States, Canada and the Middle East, and only on weekends.

“In the Name of Love” is the love story of a dance coach (Aga Muhlach) and his student (Angel Locsin), who is about to marry a politician’s son (Jake Cuenca).

Liquigan said Rentrak could be “just a new group.” Otherwise, he said, Star Cinema films like Chito Roño’s “Sukob,” Cathy Garcia-Molina’s “You Changed My Life,” and Mae Cruz’s “Catch Me I’m In Love,” all of which had broken box-office records as well, would have been listed in their respective periods of release.

(A quick search on the Net revealed that Rentrak is a media measurement services provider, among other things. Its International Box-Office Essentials brand “provides clients with box-office information for 26 countries. The data is collected through an electronic connection with thousands of theater box offices,” according to www.rentrak.com.)

“In any case, this means a lot to us,” said Liquigan. “It’s an indicator that we’re now at par with Hollywood films when it comes to viewership.”

By: Marinel R. Cruz

Philippine Daily Inquirer

In the name of Love, 2nd Highest Grossing Filipino movie of 2011 so far...

2011-06-09T03:02:00.000-07:00

Star Cinema's IN THE NAME OF LOVE starring Angel Locsin and Aga Muhlach grossed Php 114.36 Million as of June 5, 2011.

The movie is the second highest grossing Filipino movie of 2011 next to CATCH ME IN IN LOVE starring Gerald Anderson and Sarah Geronimo.

Congratulations!

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STAR CINEMA'S "Forever and A Day"

2011-06-08T19:39:00.000-07:00

STAR CINEMA'S "FOREVER AND A DAY"
Starring: Sam Milby and KC Concepcion
Directed by: Cathy Garcia-Molina

OPENS JUNE 15 in over a 100 Theaters

Zanjoe thrilled over new film

2011-06-08T04:25:00.000-07:00

Actor Zanjoe Marudo shared his excitement over his newest movie, "Wedding Tayo, Wedding Hindi."

In an interview during the last shooting day of the film, Marudo said he considers the film as a blessing.

In the movie, Marudo is joined by actresses Eugene Domingo and Toni Gonzaga, who is also his friend.

"Nakakatuwa na mayroon ulit akong ginawa sa Star Cinema. Masaya ang pelikula kasi kasama ko si Eugene at Toni," Marudo said.

The actor said he is also happy to finally work with the film's director, Jose Javier Reyes.

"At first time kong nakasama si Jose Javier Reyes kaya blessing sa akin itong pelikula na ito," Marudo said.

Co-produced by OctoArts Films and Star Cinema, the movie also stars Wendell Ramos.

Marudo, whose last TV series was "Kristine", is also gearing up for a new series with the working title "Alta" with actresses KC Concepcion, Angelica Panganiban and Gretchen Barretto.

"Sa TV naman looking forward ako sa mga project ko sa ABS-CBN. Kasi after 'Kristine', ito nagkaroon ng time para makagawa ng bagong teleserye," Marudo ended.

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Angel Locsin back in Manila

2011-06-08T04:04:00.001-07:00

Actress Angel Locsin flew home after the successful screenings of “In The Name of Love” in Los Angeles and San Francisco in the United States.

Locsin said she is grateful to Filipinos who watched the drama film produced by ABS-CBN’s movie arm, Star Cinema.

She said some of those who came to watch were from other states.

“Masaya kami. We're very thankful kasi sa LA screenings and San Francisco kahit holiday nila ay marami pa ring nanood and sumuporta. Ako happy na lang ako at nakasama namin ‘yong mga kababayan natin sa ibang bansa,” she said.

A report said some 12,000 fans celebrated their Memorial Day weekend by watching “In the Name of Love,” Locsin and Aga Muhlach’s first movie tandem.

“So parang ginive-up nila ang holiday nila para makasama kami…. Mainit-init ang pagtanggap, so maraming salamat,” she said.

She said she feels flattered that many people loved the film.

“Pinaghirapan ito ng lahat, hindi lang naming mga artista pero buong production. Tsaka kapag may ginawa ka na pinaghirapan ng lahat, pinagbutihan mo talaga, tapos na-appreciate, iba ‘yong kaligayahan na nararamdaman mo,” she said.
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PMPC Star Awards For Movies for 2010

2011-06-08T04:03:00.001-07:00

Because of production and technical matters, the 27th PMPC Star Awards for Movies has been moved from June 20, Monday, to June 21, Tuesday. Same time, 6 p.m., same venue: Newport Performing Arts Theater Resorts World Manila...

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Eugene Domingo on Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank movie

2011-06-06T06:06:00.000-07:00

Ang Babae sa Septic Tank, the Eugene Domingo comedy topbiller in the 2011 Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival, is based to a certain extent from Mario O’ Hara’s award-winning film Ang Babae sa Breakwater according to Lawyer Joji Alonzo, Quantum Films producer. “But only sa title. It’s really a satire about how filmmakers so badly to get recognized in international filmfest and they would resort to petty porn!

Eugene co-stars with JM de Guzman, Kean Cipriano and Cai Cortez. Script is written by Chris Martinez and it will be directed by Marlon Rivera. Marlon and Chris have been collaborating in films such as the award-winning 100. Atty Joji states, “Now it’s Marlon’s turn to direct solo naman.”

Ang Babae sa Septic Tank is an official entry to the New Breed Full Length feature category is open to Filipino filmmakers who have not yet directed more than three full length commercial feature films while the Directors Showcase is open to full length feature works by Filipino directors who have directed at least three full-length commercial feature films.

The ten finalists of the New Breed Full Length Feature category will each receive a P500,000 seed grant from the Cinemalaya Foundation as investment for the production. The Best Full Length Feature Film will receive a prize of P200,000 and the Balanghai Trophy.

The finalists of the Directors showcase will each receive a P500,000 seed grant from the Cinemalaya Foundation. The Best Film in the Directors Showcase will receive a prize of P300,000 and the Balanghai Trophy.

Cinemalaya 2011 will be held on July 15-24 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. It is a project of the of the Cinemalaya Foundation, Inc., in partnership with the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), and the Econolink Investments, Inc. (EEI). Cinemalaya also features the Short Feature competition category as well as film exhibitions., seminars, conference, the Cinemalaya Film Congress, and other film-related events. For more information, please visit www.cinemalaya.org, and the CCP facebook page.

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"The Road" movie ng GMA Films, tuloy na!

2011-06-02T05:36:00.000-07:00

Magsisimula na sa June 25 ang shooting ng horror movie ng GMA Films na "The Road" na ididirek ni Yam Laranas.

Tampok dito sina Carmina Villarroel, Rhian Ramos, TJ Trinidad, at Wendell Ramos. Kasama rin sa cast ang tween stars na sina Barbie Forteza, Lexi Fernandez, Derrick Monasterio, Alden Richards, Louise delos reyes, at Renz Valerio.

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‘Temptation Island’ Regal-GMA Films’ last project

2011-05-31T21:47:00.000-07:00

Nakita namin ang poster ng Temptation Island at nakita naming una ang pangalan ni Rufa Mae Quinto na gumaganap na yaya. Sunod ang pangalan ni Heart Evangelista, next si Lovi Poe, then Solenn Heussaff at last si Marian Rivera na may “and” bago ang pangalan.

Hindi namin napansin ang billing ng male cast na kinabibilangan nina Aljur Abrenica, Mikael Daez at Tom Rodriguez. May special participation si Dennis Trillo na may special billing din siguro.

Sa July 6, ang playdate ng movie dahil may mga eksena pang kukunan si Direk Chris Martinez sa Ilocos Norte. Sa June 9, ang balik ng cast para sa mga natira pang eksena. But how true na last collaboration na ng Regal Films at GMA Films ang Temptation Island?

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Sam Milby, ready to do gay role

2011-05-28T04:49:00.001-07:00

Milby said if he will do a gay role, he will make sure it won’t be like the late Heath Ledger's film "Brokeback Mountain."

“I never watched the movie and it was very [much] talked about. I heard medyo torrid ang kissing scenes nila. I don’t know if I can go to that extent. But I guess it depends on the script and the role, if it's an acting piece,” Milby said.

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In The Name of Love. NOW ON ITS THIRD BLOCKBUSTER WEEK!

2011-05-26T06:20:00.000-07:00

Star Cinema's 18th anniversary presentation. An Olivia Lamasan Film. Starring Angel Locsin, Jake Cuenca and Aga Muhlach.

For inquiries on international screenings: ABS-CBN Global

Address: 150 Shoreline Drive Redwood City, CA 94065 USA
E-mail addresses: starrystarrystore@abs-cbni.com and customerservice@abs-cbni.com
Contact Number: 1-800-227-9676

International Premiere Dates (with Jake Cuenca and Angel Locsin):

May 28, 2011 - Alex Theatre (Los Angeles) (216 North Brand Boulevard Glendale, CA 91203)
May 29, 2011 - Fox Theatre (San Francisco) (2216 Broadway Street Redwood City, CA 94063)

International Screening Dates:

May 27 - June 9 -- Coliseum Scarborough (Scarborough, Ontario)
May 27 - June 9 -- Empire Studio at Square One (Mississauga, Ontario)
May 27 - June 9 -- Sunridge Spectrum Cineplex (Calgary, Alberta)
June 2 - June 8 -- Festival City (Qatar, Dubai)
June 2 - June 8 -- Al Mariah Mall (Abu Dhabi, UAE)
June 2 - June 8 -- Grand Cinecenter (Doha, Qatar)
June 10 -June 16 -- Cinema City Movies 12 - Cineplex (Edmonton, Alberta)

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Star Cinema's In The Name of Love among world’s top grossing films

2011-05-26T05:47:00.000-07:00

Star Cinema’s latest movie offering “In The Name of Love” made it to the list of top 20 highest-grossing films worldwide this first quarter, the Associated Press reported.

The romance-drama film top billed by Angel Locsin and Aga Muhlach landed on the 15th spot, earning $1,917,443 (approximately P84 million) since its premiere on May 11.

The report said the results were compiled by Rentrak Theatrical and provided by Hollywood.com.

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Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa

2011-05-25T01:06:00.000-07:00

Cinemalaya Presents

A Film by Alvin Yapan

A Vim Yapan/Alem Chua Production

In Cooperation with BIGTOP Media Productions, Inc.

and Far Eastern University

Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa

Starring:

Paulo Avelino

Rocco Nacino

and

Ms. Jean Garcia

This is the trailer

July 2011

Temptation Island Poster: Revealed!

2011-05-25T01:03:00.000-07:00

Vice Ganda as Private Benjamin SOON

2011-05-24T04:56:00.000-07:00

Vice Ganda is still working with his 2nd movie “Private Benjamin”, a Star Cinema co-production which also stars Jimmy Santos, Eddie Garcia, Malou De Guzman, Paolo Hubalde, Dj Durano and Kean Cipriano.

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Anne Curtis, Sarah Geronimo and Vice Ganda to Star in ’2 and 1/2 Sisters’

2011-05-24T04:52:00.000-07:00

Viva Entertainment is combining its 3 biggest moneymakers to a movie that is aimed to shatter existing box-office records.

The film has a working title “2 and 1/2 Sisters” (2 and a Half Sisters) and it will star the company’s biggest talents – Anne Curtis, Sarah Geronimo and Vice Ganda.

The ambitious project might be inspired by the TV series “Two and a Half Men” and we all know who will play the role of “1/2″.

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In the Name of Love lands in Top 20 highest grossing movies worldwide!!

2011-05-23T23:57:00.001-07:00

Star Cinema's In the Name of Love landed at 15th place in a Top 20 list of movies worldwide with the highest gross.

The Angel Locsin-Aga Muhlach romantic drama grossed $1,917,443 (approximately P84 million) in the box office, as reported by the Associated Press on May 19.

The movie opened in local theaters on May 11.

The data came from Rentrak, a media measurement and research company that has been providing industry data for over two decades.

On May 21, Angel Locsin posted in her Twitter account: "wow! Thank u so much! RT @erikarabaya: #InTheNameOfLove Top15 most watched movies in the world http://bit.ly/igHReL Another Filipino Pride."

Here are the top 20 movies at international theaters last weekend, followed by international gross for the weekend (excluding North America), number of theater locations, number of territories, worldwide gross to date (including North America), and number of weeks in release as compiled Wednesday (May 18) by Rentrak Theatrical and provided by Hollywood.com:

1. "Fast Five," $44,464,276, 9,142 locations, 52 territories, $437,030,300, four weeks.

2. "Thor," $24,299,795, 9,177 locations, 53 territories, $351,672,123, four weeks.

3. "Priest," $15,537,120, 5,928 locations, 42 territories, $42,319,187, two weeks.

4. "Rio," $11,446,722, 7,144 locations, 54 territories, $418,781,999, six weeks.

5. "Water For Elephants," $9,952,838, 5,144 territories, 44 locations, $72,420,355, five weeks.

6. "Midnight In Paris," $5,497,429, 676 locations, three territories, $6,486,812, one week.

7. "Source Code," $4,655,971, 1,236 locations, 24 territories, $101,288,698, seven weeks.

8. "Sunny," $4,238,124, NA locations, one territory, $12,370,699, two weeks.

9. "Black Swan," $3,399,672, 399 locations, 13 territories, $299,089,022, 17 weeks.

10. "Something Borrowed," $3,070,276, 3,368 locations, 12 territories, $35,408,484, two weeks.

11. "Scream 4," $2,630,858, 1,820 locations, 29 territories, $91,621,281, five weeks.

12. "Peak -The Rescuers," $2,367,471, locations not available, one territory, $8,907,190, two weeks.

13. "Unknown," $2,342,180, 632 locations, 15 territories, $127,144,550, 11 weeks.

14. "Insidious," $2,036,375, 1,113 locations, five territories, $66,409,258, seven weeks.

15. "In the Name of Love," $1,917,443, 87 locations, one territory, $1,917,444, one week.

16. "Attack the Block," $1,842,181, 352 locations, one territory, $1,842,182, one week.

17. "Hanna," $1,809,074, 1,283 locations, three territories, $46,962,126, six weeks.

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Gawad Urian Special Telecast on Cinema One - May 22, 2011

2011-05-20T20:31:00.001-07:00

Catch the 34th Gawad Urian special telecast on Sunday, May 22, 10:00PM. Only on the number one cable channel in the Philippines, Cinema One!
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LAMOG : Nasagad ka na ba?

2011-05-20T20:30:00.001-07:00

Lamog (Bruised) tells the story of a family that falls into turmoil as the son defies his abusive father in order to protect the people he loves.

It stars Emil Sandoval, Ace Castro, Ruth Russel, Chris Evert, Maribel Esteban, Ramil Sumangil and Maui Taylor.

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Temptation Island, Coming Soon on Theaters Nationwide!

2011-05-20T19:56:00.000-07:00

Temptation Island, Coming Soon on Theaters Nationwide!

Starring Marian Rivera, Heart Evangelista, Solenn Heussaff, Lovi Poe, Ruffa Mae Quinto and many more!

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In The Name of Love International Screening

2011-05-19T20:47:00.000-07:00

Star Cinema's 18th anniversary presentation.

An Olivia Lamasan Film. Starring Angel Locsin, Jake Cuenca and Aga Muhlach.

International Premiere Dates (with Jake Cuenca and Angel Locsin):

May 28, 2011 - Alex Theatre (Los Angeles) (216 North Brand Boulevard Glendale, CA 91203)
May 29, 2011 - Fox Theatre (San Francisco) (2216 Broadway Street Redwood City, CA 94063)

International Screening Dates:

May 27 - June 9 -- Coliseum Scarborough (Scarborough, Ontario)
May 27 - June 9 -- Empire Studio at Square One (Mississauga, Ontario)
May 27 - June 9 -- Sunridge Spectrum Cineplex (Calgary, Alberta)
June 2 - June 8 -- Festival City (Qatar, Dubai)
June 2 - June 8 -- Al Mariah Mall (Abu Dhabi, UAE)
June 2 - June 8 -- Grand Cinecenter (Doha, Qatar)
June 10 -June 16 -- Cinema City Movies 12 - Cineplex (Edmonton, Alberta)

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In the Name of Love,kumita ng 92M sa anim na araw

2011-05-19T07:19:00.000-07:00

Nakita namin sa event ng BNY jeans kina Barbie Forteza at Joshua Dionisio si Wilbur Hernandez ng Star Cinema at agad na kinumusta kung magkano na ang box office take ng In the Name of Love.

"As of today (nitong nakaraang Martes), naka 92M na ang movie," kuwento niya." Bukas (Miyerkules) pa mabubuo ang one week namin pero malapit na kaming maka-100-M,kaya masyang -masaya ngayon sa office."Mabilis ang pasok ng moviegoers sa pelikulang Pinoy lalo na kung magaganda ang rebyu.First day pa lang,nagluluksuhan na sa tuwa sa Star Cinema office," kuwento pa ni Wilbur .

"Big risk din kasi ang ginawa ni Direk Olive sa movie,kasi sabi nya iibahin niya ang pelikula sa ordinaryong drama.Kinagat ng viewers,kaya masaya sa opisina ngayon."

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Dance of the Steel Bars

2011-05-19T06:31:00.000-07:00

A story inspired by actual events in a Filipino prison, the struggles that inmates experience and their quest to feel human again. This riveting feature film about redemption follows Frank Parish (Patrick Bergin), a retired US fireman and philanthropist who finds himself wrongly accused of murder and jailed in the Philippines.

Stuck in prison, Frank was beginning to lose faith in everything he believed in until he becomes friends with Mando (Dingdong Dantes), a convicted murderer who denies his passion for dancing just to prove his masculinity and Allona (Joey Paras), a transsexual who tries to contribute to prison reforms by teaching his fellow inmates dance exercises.

They get involved in a tricky struggle between the positive changes initiated by the new warden (Ricky Davao) and the corrupt system that weighs down the inmates' chance to become better individuals. Frank finds himself caught in an intricate web of lies and must choose between concealing what he knows to keep himself out of danger or to help his fellow inmates by revealing the truth.

Will he remain on the sidelines as an observer, or will he dance the dance of the steel bars?

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DingDong's International Movie

2011-05-19T06:29:00.000-07:00

Kasalukuyang nagshu-shooting ang Kapuso Star na si DingDong Dantes para sa kaniyang International Film titled 'Dance of The Steelbars'. Produce by Stuart Cameron and Stu Higton under Portfolio Films International in partnership with Marnie Manicad Productions.

Ang pelikula ay inspired sa world-famous Dancing Inmates ng Cebu Penitentiary. Co-star niya sa nasabing pelikula si Patrick Bergin siya ang nag-portray bilang asawa ni Julia Roberts sa pelikulang 'Sleeping With The Enemy'.

Kasama rin sa pelikula sina Ricky Davao , Maila Damian, Mon Confiado, Kathleen Hermosa, Thou Reyes, Gabe Mercado, at Joey Paras.

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34th Gawad Urian 2011 Winners

2011-05-19T05:48:00.001-07:00

Here is the full list of winners for the 2011 Gawad Urian, held Tuesday night, May 17, at the Marriott Hotel in Resorts World Manila:

Best Picture:
“Ang Damgo ni Eleuteria”

Best Director:
Remton Siega Zuasola (“Ang Damgo ni Eleuteria”)

Best Actress:
Fe GingGing Hyde (“Sheika”)

Best Actor:
Sid Lucero (“Muli”)

Best Supporting Actress:
Rosanna Roces (“Presa”)

Best Supporting Actor:
Joem Bascon (“Noy”)

Best Screenplay:
Arnel Mardoquio (“Sheika”)

Best Cinematography:
Christian Linaban (“Ang Damgo ni Eleuteria”)

Best Production Design:
Rodell Cruz (“Amigo”)

Best Editing:
Willie Apa, Jr. and Arthur Ian Garcia (“Sheika”)

Best Music:
Jerrold Tarog (“Ang Damgo ni Eleuteria”)

Best Sound:
Dempster Samarista (“Limbunan”)

Best Short Film:
“Wag Kang Titingin” by Pam Miras

Best Documentary Film:
“Kano: An American and His Harem” by Monster Jimenez

Gawad Urian also presented the 10 Best Films of the Decade:
“Tuhog” (2000), “Batang Westside” (2001),
“Babae Sa Breakwater” (2003),
“Magnifico” (2003),
“Ebolusyon ng Isang Pamilyang Pilipino” (2004),
“Ang Pagdadalaga Ni Maximo Oliveros” (2005),
“Kubrador” (2006),
“Serbis” (2008),
“Kinatay” (2009),
“Lola” (2009);.

Coco Martin was named Aktor ng Dekada while Gina Pareño and Cherry Pie Picache were tied for Gawad Urian Aktres ng Dekada.

Natatanging Gawad was given to scriptwriter Jose F. Lacaba.
Cesar Montano, Ai-Ai delas Alas and Butch Francisco served as hosts for this year’s ceremony.

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TweenHearts the Movie, gumiling na ang camera!

2011-05-17T06:37:00.000-07:00

Katatapos lang ng first shooting day ng mga Tween Stars para sa kanilang upcoming movie entitled Tween Hearts: Class of 2012.

Kasama sa movie ang original casts ng Tween Hearts at kasama din sina Elmo Magalona, Sam Pinto at Alden Richards with the special participation of Julie Ann San Jose.

Ang movie ay directed by Direk Mark A. Reyes.

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Thelma

2011-05-17T04:29:00.000-07:00

"Some people run away from their problems, She ran to fix them"

Starring
Maja Salvador, Tetchie Agbayani, Eliza Pineda, John Arcilla, Elma Muros, Jason Abalos

Directed By
Paul Soriano

Screenplay By
Froilan Medina, Paul Soriano

Produced By
Rino Que, Samantha Chavez Que, Paul Soriano, Maja Salvador

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FOREVER AND A DAY showing this coming June 2011!

2011-05-16T07:39:00.000-07:00

Forever and a Day showing on June 2011

Starring KC Concepcion & Sam Milby

Directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina

This is the trailer

Cinemalaya 2011 Finalists

2011-05-15T22:33:00.000-07:00

Here are the finalists of the Cinemalaya 2011:

New Breed Full Length Feature Category

Amok by Lawrence Fajardo
Ang Babae sa Septic Tank by Chris Martinez
Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa by Alemberg Ang and Alvin Yapan
Baby Factory by Edwardo W. Roy, Jr. and Jerome Zamora
Cuchera by Joseph Israel M. Laban and Janice O’Hara
E-libings: Your Loss, Our Luck by Rommel Andreo Sales
Ligo na U, Lapit Na Me by Noel Ferrer, Jerry Gracio and Erick Salud
Niño by Loy Arcenas
Teoriya by Alistaire Christian E. Chan
The Dog Show by Ralston G. Jover

Directors’ Showcase Category

Bisperas (Eve) by Jeffrey Jeturian
Busong (Fate) by Auraeus Solito
Henerala by Mario O’Hara
Isda (Fable of the Fish) by Adolfo Alix Jr.
Patikul by Joel C. Lamangan

Cinemalaya 2011 will be held on July 15-24, 2011 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines.

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Temptation Island (2011)

2011-05-15T22:30:00.001-07:00

The remake will feature Lovi Poe as Suzanne Reyes; Marian Rivera as Azenith Tobias; Solenn Heussaff as Bambi Belisario; and Heart Evangelista as Dina Espinola.

Temptation Island Teaser (2011)

2011-05-15T22:30:00.000-07:00

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The making of In the Name of Love

2011-05-15T20:28:00.000-07:00

In this romantic drama, Aga plays former dance instructor Emman Toledo who is assigned to choreograph for the Governor's Ball. There he meets Cedes Fernandez (Angel Locsin) who is about to be engaged to Dylan Evelino (Jake Cuenca), the Governor's son.

Angel is required to dance in most of her scenes and she studied all kinds of dances, including ballroom dancing.

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In The Name of Love: Aga Muhlach's Last Project for ABS-CBN

2011-05-10T01:20:00.001-07:00

Aga Muhlach on Sunday described his latest film under Star Cinema, titled “In The Name of Love,” as a “send-off gift” from ABS-CBN.

Muhlach is transferring to another network, ending his 18 years of being a Kapamilya talent.

“Excited na ako because parang send-off gift sa akin ito ng Star [Cinema] at ABS-CBN. This is going to be my, for now, this is going to be may last appearance here on ‘The Buzz,’” he said in his live interview on the celebrity talk show.

“Just nice na may ganito akong pelikulang iiwan. So, maraming salamat sa Star Cinema, sa ABS-CBN, sa inyong lahat… Thank you talaga,” he added.

Muhlach is married to Charlene Gonzales, one of the hosts of “The Buzz.”

Under ABS-CBN, he did television shows "Oki Doki Doc," "Da Body en da Guard," "Da Pilya en da Pilot," "OK Fine Whatever," "That's My Doc," and "M3 (Malay Mo Ma-develop)," among others.

He also did several movie projects under ABS-CBN's movie arm, including "Kailangan Kita," "Love Begins," "Dubai" and "All My Life."

In his latest film, Muhlach is paired with Angel Locsin.

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Forever and A Day (Cinema Trailer)

2011-05-10T00:49:00.000-07:00

STAR CINEMA'S "FOREVER AND A DAY"

starring the FIRST TEAM UP of KC CONCEPCION and SAM MILBY

directed by: CATHY GARCIA-MOLINA

JUNE 2011!!

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KC tinadyakan ng kabayo!

2011-05-09T18:58:00.000-07:00

Nanggaling si KC Concepcion sa Bukidnon dahil sa shooting ng pelikula nila ni Sam Milby.

Isang naiibang karanasan ang nangyari sa dalaga dahil sa isang Kabayo roon.

“Nagsu-shooting kami ’tapos nag-lunch break. Then siyempre nag-gravitate ako towards the horses kasi talagang lagi kong nilu-look forward ang pangangabayo sa Bukidnon. Nagpa-picture ang mga friends namin, unti-unti kaming umaatras dahil sa mga pictures.

“Hanggang sa hindi ko na-notice ang puwet ng kabayo sa harap ko, bigla akong natadyakan. So, nasipa ako ng horsey! ’Yun lang naman pero may magandang horse shoe sa legs ko ngayon dahil doon nag-marka ang horse shoe,” natatawang kuwento ni KC.

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Subject: I Love You

2011-05-08T07:19:00.000-07:00

Subject: I Love You is an action-packed romantic drama, based on the destructive 'I Love You' computer virus, which spread around the globe at the turn of the millennium, shutting down computer systems at the Pentagon, Parliament and the CIA.

Combining romance, drama, action and international intrigue, Subject: I Love You is ultimately the story of a young man, Victor, who will do anything to reconnect with the only woman he's ever loved - even if that means entangling himself in an international criminal investigation.

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TRABAJADOR: Men @ Work Special Screening on May 7

2011-05-06T20:59:00.000-07:00

Special screening of indie movie TRABAJADOR: Men @ Work on May 7, Saturday, 6:00 PM @ UP Videotheque, UP Diliman, Quezon City.

Directed by Lucas Mercado, it features CJ Manalo, Kenjie Salvino, Luigi Romero, Macky Monteclaro, Marky Ilustre and Albert Rosales.

Ticket (P500) available at the gate by 4:00 PM.
For details, contact cell# 0920-296-5084.

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Phl film on women bags NYC SoHo Int’l Film Fest award

2011-05-06T20:38:00.001-07:00

Ganap na Babae (Garden of Eve), a film about women made by women directors, was awarded Excellence in Cinematography in the recently concluded SoHo International Film Festival NYC (SIFFNYC).

In Ganap na Babae, produced by HUBO Productions, three stories are interwoven to see the plight of Filipino women from the sensitive eyes of three contemporary women directors – Rica Arevalo, Ellen Ramos and Sarah Roxas.

A prostitute, two sisters and a widow come together to tell their stories about womanhood. A woman (Mercedes Cabral) shares her soul as a prostitute in front of the camera. A survivor, she looks back at her life as a mother. Milagros (Sue Prado) and Elena (Jam Pérez) are sisters tilling sweet potato in a dry land. Poverty provokes Elena to migrate as a mail-order bride in Japan while

Milagros stays to take care of the family. Eos (Boots Anson Roa) is a widow who falls in love with a younger man, Rodrigo (Rome Mallari). They try to make the relationship work amidst the pressure of their family and the society.

Only seven awards were handed out and for the first time a technical award was up for grabs this year when Mient (pronounced Mint), a film distributor and major sponsor this year, partnered with SIFFNYC in the early planning of the festival and decided to recognize technical mastery via a Mient’s Pick for Excellence in Cinematography. Ganap Na Babae is the first recipient of the award.

HUBO CEO/resident director Will Fredo accepted the award and in his speech recognized the valuable contributions of Myk Manalastas and Gym Lumbrera, the cinematographers of the film.

Others in attendance were directors Arevalo and Roxas, and HUBO Productions president Greg Macaraeg, director Ida Ceniza Tiongson, and board member Fernell Cruz.

HUBO Productions is an independent production company which aims to expose the complexity of the individual, thus its slogan “Raw Artistry Exposed.”

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Pinoys star in Johnny Depp’s Pirates of the Caribbean sequel

2011-05-06T20:36:00.000-07:00

Two Filipino-American actors join Johnny Depp in his quest for the Fountain of Youth in Walt Disney Pictures’ “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.” They are Daphne Joy and Michael Rosales, who play a mermaid and a pirate on the Queen Anne’s Revenge, respectively.

Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and directed by Rob Marshall, “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” captures the fun, adventure and humor that ignited the hit franchise—this time in Disney Digital 3D. Crossing paths with the enigmatic Angelica (Penélope Cruz), Jack Sparrow (Depp) is not sure if it’s love—or if she’s a ruthless con artist who’s using him to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. When she forces him aboard the Queen Anne’s Revenge, the ship of the legendary pirate Blackbeard (Ian McShane), Jack finds himself on an unexpected adventure in which he doesn’t know whom to fear more: Blackbeard or Angelica.

A multicultural actor/rap artist/performer, Michael Ilano Rosales was chosen to play a “pirate from the Philippines” from a pool of over 4,000 aspirants. It was also his first-ever acting audition. His Hollywood journey would take him from his home of Hawaii, across 11,000 kilometers to London, where his scenes in “On Stranger Tides” were shot.

As a musician, Rosales transforms into Mic3—Mic (Mike), short for Michael, 3 for the third child, and the 3 for the main islands of the Philippines. His goal is to reconstruct today’s hip-hop landscape, to bring it back to its artistic foundation and roots and provide a meaningful message to the listener. In 2008, Rosales released his first full-length album, “Respect My Pride.” The album features English and Filipino language music that inspires an appreciation of the Filipino culture and heritage. A feature video, “Balikbayan,” was filmed in the Philppines, reinforcing the cultural messages found in his music behind a backdrop of historical Philippine landmarks. Rosales has shared the stage with several notable performers, including Damian Marley and Busta Rhymes.

Michael Rosales

Counting the recent hit “Just Go With It” and such popular TV shows as “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,” “Criminal Minds” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm” to her credits, Daphne Joy was born and raised in the heart of Olongapo, Philippines. Although her family relocated to Los Angeles when she was just 8 years old, she was able to retain her Filipino culture and upbringing. Despite the language barriers and overall culture shock, Daphne was able to completely readjust to her new surroundings, and with her natural beauty, easygoing personality and wit she made friends and was able to adapt to the American way of life.

Intrigued by her new country’s pop culture, Daphne became interested in entertainment, becoming involved in dance groups, choir, cheerleading and talent shows. At the age of 18 she transferred that interest to acting, and was soon working in front of the camera. She was also featured in several A-list recording artists’ music videos, along with commercials, national print campaigns, magazine covers and features.

Opening across the Philippines on May 2011, “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” is distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures International through Columbia Pictures.

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Star Cinema's In The Name Of Love

2011-05-04T03:51:00.000-07:00

Starring Aga Muhlach, Jake Cuenca and Angel Locsin

Directed by Olivia M. Lamasan

Under Star Cinema

Showing on May 11, 2011

This is the trailer

Tweenhearts the Movie, kasado na!

2011-05-03T07:20:00.000-07:00

Sa May 15 na pala sisimulan ni Direk Mark Reyes ang shooting ng Tweenhearts The Movie na ang karamihan sa mga bida ay bida rin ng Sunday series na Tweenhearts sa pangunguna ng love team nina Barbie Forteza at Joshua Dionisio at Bea Binene at Jake Vargas.

Join din sa cast ang love team nina Kristoffer Martin at Joyce Ching at si Derrick Monasterio, pero hindi pa kami sure kung kanino siya ipapareha kina Krystal Reyes at Kylie Padilla.

Kasama rin sa pelikula sina Louise delos Reyes at Alden Richards at marami pang iba.

Sometime in August daw ang playdate ng pelikula na first movie ng karamihan sa cast.

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Lemonade Mouth - Official Movie Trailer

2011-04-30T21:21:00.000-07:00

Lemonade Mouth is a 2011 musical drama film based on the book of the same name by Mark Peter Hughes. The film was directed by Patricia Riggen and written by April Blair, and stars Bridgit Mendler, Adam Hicks, Hayley Kiyoko, Naomi Scott, and Blake Michael.

The Disney Channel Original Movie tells the story of five high school students who meet in detention and form a band to stand up for their beliefs and to overcome their individual and collective struggles. It premiered on April 15, 2011 on the Disney Channel.

It has been met with positive reviews, and has been praised for its many positive themes of honesty, integrity, and self-expression, and for its emphasis on the importance of the arts and of family and friendship.

Lemonade Mouth - Official Movie Trailer

Tween Hearts the Movie, ididirek ni Mark Reyes!

2011-04-27T06:14:00.000-07:00

Sa May 15 na ang scheduled first shooting day ng youth-oriented movie na ''Tween Hearts the Movie'' ng GMA Films to be directed by Mark Reyes.

Abangan 'yan!

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'Pak! Pak! My Dr. Kwak' earns P15M on first day

2011-04-25T03:44:00.000-07:00

Star Cinema and M-Zet's comedy film "Pak! Pak! My Dr. Kwak" earned P15 million in ticket sales on its first day of screening on Black Saturday.

This was according to ABS-CBN’s weekly entertainment show “The Buzz.”

Under the direction of Tony Y. Reyes, “Pak! Pak! My Dr. Kwak” is the comeback movie of Prince of Comedy Vic Sotto under Star Cinema.

It's also the first movie pairing Sotto with ABS-CBN's Bea Alonzo.

Sotto and Alonzo extended their appreciation to all moviegoers who supported their film.

"Ano pa ang masasabi namin kung hindi pak! isa pak! tumpak! Happy Easter sa lahat. Nais naming magpasalamat sa lahat ng tumangkilik at kasalukuyang tumatangkilik sa lahat ng mga feedback na natanggap namin tuwang tuwa daw sila sa pelikula," Sotto said.

Alonzo added: "Masayang masaya salamat sa lahat ng nanonood na kasama pa ang pamilya nila at kaibigan nila, thank you."

“Pak! Pak! My Dr. Kwak” is rated G or GP by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board and graded B by Cinema Evaluation Board.

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A New Temptation Island is Coming...Soon in Theaters

2011-04-24T02:36:00.000-07:00

Temptation Island, Ang Movieng Magpapainit sa inyong Summer!

Starring Marian Rivera, Heart Evangelista, Ruffa Mae, Lovi Poe and Solenn Heusaff!

Coming Soon on Theaters Nationwide

This is the teaser

In The Name Of Love showing on May 11, 2011

2011-04-19T00:38:00.000-07:00

An 18th Anniversary offering of Star Cinema!

Starring Jake Cuenca, Angel Locsin & Aga Muhlach

Directed by Olivia M. Lamasan

Aga Muhlach and Angel Locsin are very proud of In The Name of Love

2011-04-19T00:34:00.000-07:00

Sobrang worth it daw ang pagod nina Aga Muhlach at Angel Locsin para sa kanilang upcoming movie, ang In The Name Of Love na ipapalabas sa May 11. Aminado ang dalawang malaking artista na hindi biro ang pinagdaanan nilang hirap sa pag-shoot ng kanilang movie para siguraduhing maganda ang kalalabasan nito.

“We didn’t realize, I didn’t realize that it’s gonna be this hard,” pag-amin ni Aga. “Ngayon lang ako gumawa ng pelikula na talagang mahirap, ang hirap talaga.” Ayon pa sa dalawa, kailangan nilang sumayaw para sa pelikula na hindi naman talaga nila ginagawa. “Hindi po talaga ako marunong sumayaw, hindi talaga,” pagbabahagi ni Angel sa panayam niya sa The Buzz.

“Nung binasa ko ‘yung script halos lahat ng ayaw kong gawin, (na) ‘di ako comfortable gawin, kailangan kong gawin sa pelikulang ito. Ganun siya kahirap for me.” Umaasa na lang daw ang aktres na sana ay nagawa niya nang mabuti ang ipinagawa sa kanya. Dagdag naman ni Aga, “Kailangan pa naming i-rehearse ‘yung mga sayaw, kailangang mag-rehearse (ng) mga sayaw na napakahirap na hindi talaga namin ginagawa sa buhay namin.” Mahirap din daw na habang sumasayaw ay kailangang mag-project pa ng emosyon.

Kapwa naman inamin ng dalawa na karangalan ang makatrabaho nila ang isat-isa lalo na si Angel na inaming pinangarap niya noong bata na makatrabaho si Aga. Ang nasabing pelikula ay ang 18th anniversary offering ng Star Cinema at idinirehe ni Direk Olivia Lamasan.

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