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WATCH: Announcement trailer for ‘The LEGO Batman Movie’
The “announcement” trailer and one-sheet art for Warner Bros. Pictures’ new animated comedy “The LEGO Batman Movie” have been released by the studio. The trailer may be viewed below. In the irreverent spirit of fun that made “The LEGO® Movie” a worldwide phenomenon, the self-described leading man of that ensemble – LEGO Batman – stars…
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Father and son on the run in supernatural thriller ‘Midnight Special’
A father and his son who may have otherworldly powers are on the run from the government in Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Midnight Special,” at once a supernatural thriller and an enigmatic and thought-provoking journey into the unknown…and the unknowable. In “Midnight Special,” a father (Michael Shannon), goes on the run to protect his young son,…
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Scarlett Johansson tempts as Python, Kaa in ‘The Jungle Book’
With only her voice, Scarlett Johansson made people madly fall in love with their computer’s operating system in the futuristic drama “Her.” Now, Johansson once again uses her voice to capture hearts in Disney’s new family adventure “The Jungle Book,” based on Rudyard Kipling’s timeless stories and inspired by Disney’s classic animated film. Johansson provides…
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’10 Cloverfield Lane’ reveals international poster
Paramount Pictures has just revealed the stunning, international payoff poster of producer J.J. Abrams’ “10 Cloverfield Lane.” Described as a “blood relative” to the 2007 smash hit “Cloverfield,” the new film stars John Goodman, Mary Elizabeth Winstead and John Gallagher, Jr. The official synopsis only reads, “Monsters come in many forms.” Dan Trachtenberg directs “10…
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New poster up for George Clooney-Julia Robert-starrer ‘Money Monster’
Columbia Pictures has just cashed-in the new one-sheet art of “Money Monster,” the new suspense thriller from the producers of the Oscar Best Picture winner “Argo.” Directed by Jodie Foster, the film stars George Clooney, Julia Roberts and Jack O’Connell (“300: Rise of an Empire,” “Unbroken”). In the taut and tense thriller “Money Monster,” Lee…
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WATCH: Everyone is afraid of the dark in first trailer for ‘Lights Out’
From producer James Wan (“The Conjuring”) comes the new horror film “Lights Out,” a tale of an unknown terror that lurks in the dark. Watch the thriller’s first trailer below. When Rebecca left home, she thought she left her childhood fears behind. Growing up, she was never really sure of what was and wasn’t real…
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’10 Cloverfield Lane’ eyes first Oscar nom for John Goodman
First, Hollywood bible Variety proclaimed that John Goodman’s turn in Paramount Pictures’ mystery thriller “10 Cloverfield Lane” is “The First Truly Oscar-Worthy Performance of 2016.” (Watch the latest trailer of “10 Cloverfield Lane” below.) The article praises, “[H]is performance is impressive for its complexity. Working from a script that ebbs and flows with ease and…
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Lupita Nyong’o lends voice to Wolf, Raksha in ‘The Jungle Book’
Raksha, a loving and fiercely protective mother wolf, cares deeply for all of her pups—including man-cub Mowgli (Neel Sethi), whom she adopts as one of her own when he’s abandoned in the jungle as an infant. Oscar® winner Lupita Nyong’o (“Star Wars: The Force Awakens”) was called on to help bring Raksha to life, in…
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WATCH: New ‘Conjuring 2’ trailer confronts possession in London
The new trailer for New Line Cinema’s “The Conjuring 2” has just been unleashed, and is far scarier than the first. Watch the trailer below. With director James Wan (“Fast & Furious 7”) once again at the helm, the supernatural thriller brings to the screen another real case from the files of renowned demonologists Ed…
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PH’s first MX4D Motion EFX theater opens in Vista City, Daang Hari
People from the Metro South, rejoice! You can now experience the best cinema experience available in the world as Vista Cinemas opened its second location at Lifestyle Center in Vista City after opening the first branch in Taguig. Evia Lifestyle Center is located in Vista City, Daang Hari (Las Piñas-Muntinlupa-Cavite Road / LAMUCAR). The four new movie theaters equipped…
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Idris Elba speaks for tiger, Shere Khan in Disney’s ‘The Jungle Book’
Bengal tiger Shere Khan bears the scars of Man, which fuel his intense hatred of humans. Powerful and menacing, the fearsome tiger makes no secret of his feelings about man-cub Mowgli and his presence in the jungle. Shere Khan’s mission, above all else, is to ensure Mowgli—and the fire he knows Man wields—pose no future…
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WATCH: Jonah Hill, Miles Teller sell weapons in ‘War Dogs’ trailer
From director Todd Phillips (“The Hangover” trilogy) comes “War Dogs,” starring Oscar nominee Jonah Hill (“The Wolf of Wall Street,” “Moneyball”) and Miles Teller (“Whiplash,” the “Divergent” trilogy). Watch the film’s first trailer that’s just been released by the studio below. Based on a true story, “War Dogs” follows two friends in their early 20s…
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Marvel’s ‘Captain America: Civil War’ tours Singapore with cast, director
Singapore, 28th March 2016 – Cast members and one of the directors of Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War” will be making their way to Singapore in April, where Marina Bay Sands will welcome Chris Evans (Captain America), Sebastian Stan (Winter Soldier), Anthony Mackie (Falcon) and director Joe Russo. As part of the promotion for the…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Punla (2016, CineFilipino)
“Punla” Review Written and Directed by Kenneth Mandrilla Cinefilipino Film Festival 2016 Bugoy and Mikko are two friends who barely have any similarities between them; Mikko is chubby and clumsy, while Bugoy is slender and agile. Despite their differences, the two friends make things work and make sure to meet in their favorite playground every…
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‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice’ earns P86.65-M on 1st day in PH
MANILA, March 27, 2016 – Warner Bros. Pictures’ action adventure “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” took the Philippine box office by storm on its opening day yesterday, earning P86.65-million across 598 screens and setting new box-office records, with no signs of slowing down. Opening virtually day-and-date across the globe, director Zack Snyder’s highly anticipated…
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J.J. Abrams awakens ’10 Cloverfield Lane’ as unofficial sequel
While he was directing, producing and co-writing a little film called “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” J.J. Abrams still found some time left over to produce Paramount Pictures’ new suspense thriller “10 Cloverfield Lane,” an “unofficial” sequel to the 2007 found-footage hit “Cloverfield” which he also produced. Described as a mere “blood relative” to “Cloverfield,”…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Aki (2016, CineFilipino)
“Aki” Review Written and Directed by Rommel Tolentino Cinefilipino Film Festival 2016 Aki (Japanese for autumn) is gone. Her mourning lover, Haruo, wanders around Japan trying to cope with her loss. And then it all goes black. In the Philippines, a woman named Myla is brutally raped by her own husband. She eventually dies but miraculously…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Hele sa Hiwagang Hapis (2016)
“Hele sa Hiwagang Hapis” (A Lullaby to the Sorrowful Mystery) Review Written and directed by Lav Diaz May kung anong hiwaga sa loob ng bagong pelikula ni Lav Diaz na sa unang eksena pa lang ay mararamdaman na. May kung anong pagtagos mula sa halos kwadradong litrato patungo sa pandama ng manonood. Mananatili ito sa…
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MOVIE REVIEW: XXX (2016, CineFilipino)
“XXX” Review Written and Directed by Allison Barretto CineFilipino Film Festival 2016 XXX relays the story of Lucia Versoza, a seamstress from Angeles City, Pampanga. Working her way to the top of the regional beauty pageants, she simultaneously calls attention to her own dress shop by showcasing the gowns she makes for herself. What makes…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Chicboy (2016, CineFilipino)
“Chicboy” Review Directed by Jasper Ramon Tulabot Written by Jasper Ramon Tulabot and Rona Mae Lallana Cinefilipino Film Festival 2016 A man wakes up hung over and goes straight to the loo to relieve himself. When he comes out, he sees a beautiful woman he doesn’t recognize in bed, implying that they shared an intimate moment…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Sina Dino at ang Kanilang Sikreto (2016, CineFilipino)
“SiNa Dino at ang Kanilang Sikreto” Review Written and Directed by Miller E. Ursolino CineFilipino Film Festival 2016 (Best Documentary) Filipinos as a whole have the tendency to view seafarers and Overseas Filipino Workers as lucky individuals, living the high life abroad while earning substantially more than those who stayed. They get to travel, experience…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Not Applicable (2016, CineFilipino)
“Not Applicable” Review Written and Directed by Carl Adrian Chavez CineFilipino Film Festival 2016 Elsa, an overweight and highly unattractive call centre agent, gets a surprise visit from someone she’d rather not see ever: her half-sister Anna. Anna comes bearing gifts, replacing the wilted flowers from Elsa’s vase with fresh ones from a bouquet she brought…
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Bill Murray breathes life to Baloo in Disney’s ‘The Jungle Book’
Academy Award-nominee Bill Murray (“Lost in Translation”) breathes life to Baloo, a free-spirited bear who meets Mowgli (Neel Sethi) after the man-cub has been banished from the jungle, in Disney’s new family adventure “The Jungle Book,” based on Rudyard Kipling’s timeless stories and inspired by Disney’s classic animated film. “Baloo is a huge bear, bigger…
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Paul Bettany’s ‘Shelter’ exposes homelessness in America
Real life couple Paul Bettany and Oscar winner Jennifer Connelly collaborate in the actor’s directorial debut in “Shelter.” Bettany, best known for his role in the global blockbuster “Avengers” movies, “Iron Man,” “Legion” and “The Da Vinci Code” takes the back seat and helms a movie with a very powerful message on homelessness set in…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Katok (2016, CineFilipino)
“Katok” Review Written and directed by Bob Guarina CineFilipino Film Festival 2016 Jepoy, a first time beggar for a syndicate, is dropped off in a part of the city unfamiliar to him. He henceforth goes ahead to rap his knuckles on car windows, asking for spare change. Some give him a few coins, one drivergive him…
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Amy Adams plays Lois Lane in ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice’
Five-time Academy Award-nominee Amy Adams (“American Hustle,” “Doubt,”) has built an impressive body of work, challenging herself with each new role. She now returns to play the iconic character of Lois Lane in Warner Bros. Pictures’ new action-adventure “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.” She originally portrayed the role in 2013’s global blockbuster “Man of…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Luna (2016, CineFilipino)
“Luna” Review Written and directed by Rae Red CineFilipino Film Festival 2016 Luna, an eleven-year old girl, has to contend with society’s expectations of what a proper young girl should be. Her school nemesis, Jeff Flestedo, makes fun of her fashion sense. The school prevents her from wearing the boys’ uniform, which she questions since…
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Digitally restored Chito S. Roño’s ‘Patayin sa Sindak si Barbara’ screens at UP Cine Adarna
The digitally restored and re-mastered version of Chito S. Roño’s Patayin sa Sindak si Barbara will have its premiere at UP Cine Adarna, University of the Philippines Diliman on April 9, 2016 at 7:30 PM. This special screening is presented by U.P. Cineastes’ Studio and the ABS-CBN Film Restoration. Tickets cost 150 pesos each. For ticket reservations,…
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Jesse Eisenberg adds sinister humor to Lex Luthor in ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice’
Academy Award-nominee for his portrayal of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg in “The Social Network,” Jesse Eisenberg plays one of the most fascinating anti-heroes in cinema – Lex Luthor, in Warner Bros. Pictures’ new action-adventure “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.” Eisenberg infuses the character with a very sinister humor, one that arises from an illogical…
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U.N. names ‘Angry Bird’s’ Red honorary ambassador for Int’l Day of Happiness
New York, NY – March 18, 2016 – Red, the starring animated character voiced by US star Jason Sudeikis in the upcoming “The Angry Birds Movie,” was named Honorary Ambassador for Green on the International Day of Happiness today at the United Nations. (Watch the public service announcement for the International Day of Happiness titled…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Intruders (2015)
“Intruders [Shut In]” Review Directed by Adam Schindler Written by T.J. Cimfel and David White Intruders is an independent film that was called Shut In when it was still going through its rounds in the fest circuit. It started out quite promising until it deteriorates midway through the end of the film. Anna (Beth Riesgraf) is a single…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Buhay Habangbuhay (2016, CineFilipino)
“Buhay Habangbuhay” Review Written and directed by Paolo Herras CineFilipino Film Festival 2016 Based on the graphic novel by Paolo Herras and Tepai Pascual, Buhay Habangbuhay presents itself as a refreshing look at how powerful an adaptation could be as long as done effectively through the advantages of both mediums. The film begins all too sudden…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Kung ang Ulan ay Gawa sa Tsokolate (2016, CineFilipino)
“Kung ang Ulan ay Gawa sa Tsokolate” Review Written and directed by Prime Cruz and Galileo Te CineFilipino Film Festival 2016 In the not-so-distant future, the Philippines has become a global labour force due to the fact that Filipinos are now being literally exported overseas in the same way goods and produce are being exported today. Filipino…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Saan Man Ngunit Dito (2016, CineFilipino)
“Saan Man Ngunit Dito” Review Directed by Cheska Salangsang Written by Cheska Salangsang and Renard Torres CineFilipino Film Festival 2016 Carol and Pido are a married couple in the habit of mountaineering, and on this particular climb in Saan Man Ngunit Dito, opens with the couple having to cross a river, with Carol having difficulty doing…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Digpan Ning Alti (2016, CineFilipino)
“DigpaN Ning Alti” Review Written and directed by Bor Ocampo A series of unfortunate events—this short film might be the epitome of just that. In Digpan Ning Alti, the lives of two families intertwine in a ghastly manner after a neighbor’s dog steals the chicken a man is preparing for dinner. Rage-filled, the man gets…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Oktopus (2016, CineFilipino)
“Oktopus” Review Written and directed by JP Habac CineFilipino Film Festival 2016 When you grow old, do you look forward to waking up to another morning? Or are you simply waiting to expire? Oktopus opens with elderly Kurding and Hermie fooling around while on a cheap merry-go-round of sorts in a rural amusement park. Krding…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Norm of the North (2016)
“Norm of the North” Review Directed by Trevor Wall Written by Daniel Altiere, Steven Altiere, Malcolm T. Goldman, and Jamie Lissow Pixar is a company that produces animated flicks that not only entertain the whole family regardless of age or gender, but also excels in exemplary writing and opens you up to a level of…
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WINNERS: CineFilipino Film Festival 2016
The winners of CineFilipino Film Festival 2016 were announced on March 19 at the KIA Theatre in Araneta Center, Cubao, Quezon City. (READ: Guide to CineFilipino 2016) Here is the full list of winners of CineFilipino 2016: Best Picture: Ned’s Project 2nd Best Picture: Sakaling Hindi Makarating 3rd Best Picture: Star Na si Van Damme Stallone Best…
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WATCH: Ultimate villain rises in new trailer reveal of ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’
The ultimate X-Men villain rises in the biggest battle of beloved superheroes in “X-Men: Apocalypse” as seen in the latest official international trailer reveal. Directed by blockbuster filmmaker Bryan Singer “X-Men: Apocalypse” features returning mutants Raven/Mystique played by Jennifer Lawrence, Magneto (Michael Fassbender), Charles Xavier (James McAvoy), Moira MacTaggert (Rose Byrne), Quicksilver (Evan Peters), Beast…
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WATCH: New ‘Legend of Tarzan’ trailer swings online
Warner Bros. Pictures’ new 3D action adventure, “The Legend of Tarzan” has just released a new trailer that traces the origins of the the legendary character created by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Directed by David Yates (the last four “Harry Potter” blockbusters, including “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Parts 1 & 2”), the film stars…
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WATCH: ‘Gossip Girl’s’ Blake Lively tries to survive in ‘The Shallows’
What was once in the deep, is now in “The Shallows” – the new suspense thriller from Columbia Pictures and starring Blake Lively (TV’s “Gossip Girl”). Watch the full trailer below. In the taut thriller “The Shallows,” Nancy (Lively) is surfing alone on a secluded beach when she is attacked by a great white shark…
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Gal Gadot plays Wonder Woman in ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice’
Rapidly emerging as one of Hollywood’s most engaging and sought-after talents, Israeli-born actress Gal Gadot (“Fast and the Furious” franchise) plays Diana Prince aka Wonder Woman in Warner Bros. Pictures’ epic, action-adventure “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.” She’s starring opposite Ben Affleck as Bruce Wayne/Batman and Henry Cavill as Clark Kent/Superman. “Once we had…
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Ben Kingsley lends voice of Panther, Bagheera in ‘The Jungle Book’
Bagheera is a sleek and stunning panther who rescued Mowgli when he was abandoned in the jungle as an infant. The effort bonded the big cat to the man-cub—indeed, Bagheera has a bit of a soft spot for the boy. As Mowgli’s mentor, Bagheera guides him to faithfully follow the laws of the jungle. And…
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WATCH: First look at ‘Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children’
A whole new world and new set of unconventional new heroes with incredible powers will rise in the upcoming movie fantasy adventure “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children” based on the bestselling adventurous novel of the same title by author Ransom Riggs. Directed by Tim Burton and written by Jane Goldman, “Miss Peregrine’s Home for…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Trumbo (2015)
“Trumbo” Review Directed by Jay Roach Screenplay by John McNamara, based on the book by Bruce Cook Trumbo is a biopic of Dalton Trumbo (Bryan Cranston), a self-confessed Communist radical, who fought of the earthly forces that deliberately unseated him from the comfort of his life and prominence by tagging him as an enemy of…
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WATCH: ‘Midnight Special’ mystifies with teaser trailer
Warner Bros. Pictures has launched the teaser trailer of its new sci-fi thriller “Midnight Special” which may be viewed below. In the film, a father (Michael Shannon), goes on the run to protect his young son, Alton (Jaeden Lieberher), and uncover the truth behind the boy’s special powers. What starts as a race from religious…
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‘Batman v Superman’ stars kick off promo tour in Beijing
Director Zack Snyder recently teamed up with Ben Affleck and Henry Cavill, bringing their new film “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” to China’s capital city, Beijing. Speaking at the promotion event, Ben Affleck says it was “daunting” to play the iconic Batman in this superhero film. “The biggest challenge going into was the sort…
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’10 Cloverfield Lane’ opens big in North America with $25.2-M
Paramount Pictures’ and Bad Robot’s new mystery thriller “10 Cloverfield Lane” connected with American audiences in its opening weekend March 11 to 13, earning a whopping $25.2 million from 3,391 locations. That’s a strong debut considering that the film about a woman (Mary Elizabeth Winsteavd) who finds herself trapped in a doomsday bunker, waiting out…
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‘Breaking Bad’ star Bryan Cranston tackles injustice in ‘Trumbo’
What tyrannical disservice could a democratic country, like the USA, impose to its people? Why would a democratic country suddenly brandish communism in its own land? World War is waving in the horizon, as the relations between the U.S. and the U.S.S.R. deteriorated and the fear of the “Red Menace” reached unprecedented heights. A group…
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Jennifer Garner keeps the faith with ‘Miracles from Heaven’
The core of Columbia Pictures’ new inspiring film “Miracles From Heaven” is a mother on fire, an impassioned, if constantly questioning 21st Century woman, who never lets up or lets go in her efforts to keep her child from harm. But to get deep into the grit and turmoil of that kind of maternal drive,…
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WATCH: ’10 Cloverfield Lane’ thrills with new clip
Brand-new images and a new clip from Paramount Pictures and producer J.J. Abrams’ “10 Cloverfield Lane” have just been released. Check out the photos below and view the clip below. Described as a “blood relative” to the 2007 smash hit “Cloverfield,” the new film stars John Goodman, Mary Elizabeth Winstead and John Gallagher, Jr. So…
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‘The Huntsman: Winter’s War’ TV spots shed light on backstory
A couple of TV spots for the new fantasy adventure “The Huntsman: Winter’s War” have just been revealed by Universal Pictures. The first focuses on the origins of evil queen Ravenna (Charlize Theron), while the second tells of the feud between the sisters Freya (Emily Blunt) and Ravenna. The spots may be viewed below. Chris…
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WATCH: New trailer for ‘Captain America: Civil War’ reveals Spider-Man
Tensions mount to destructive levels, plus the big reveal that everyone’s been waiting for finally happens in the new trailer for Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War.” Check out the new trailer and an all-new poster below. Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War” finds Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) leading the newly formed team of Avengers in their continued…
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Queen Latifah brings lovable charm to ‘Miracles from Heaven’
One of the most amazing – yet seemingly unlikely – things that happen to author Christy Beam – whose memoirs is the basis of Columbia Pictures’ inspiring drama “Miracles from Heaven” — is that she meets a total, random stranger who couldn’t be more different but will become her spirited guide and exuberant companion along…
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New international trailer fires up ‘Ghostbusters’ reboot
“Ghostbusters” makes its long-awaited return, rebooted with a cast of hilarious new characters. Watch the comedy adventure’s first international trailer below (different from the US version that premiered last week). Thirty years after the original film took the world by storm, “Ghostbusters” is back and fully rebooted for a new generation. Director Paul Feig combines…
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‘Gravity,’ ‘Avatar’ artists tap latest tech for Disney’s ‘The Jungle Book’
Filmmakers explored the best way to immerse audiences in the world they’d imagined in their new version of Walt Disney Pictures’ reimagined “The Jungle Book.” Says director Jon Favreau, “We asked ourselves, ‘How can we create a world? How can we use this technology, these storytelling tools to their fullest potential?’ Ideally, we wanted the…
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‘Fantastic Beasts’ trilogy to begin with ‘History of Magic in North America’
Leading up to the November 18th release of Warner Bros. Pictures’ highly anticipated feature “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” J.K. Rowling has crafted a collection of new original writing entitled Magic in North America, to introduce audiences to a new place and time in the wizarding world that she has created. The first…
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Zack Snyder pits Batman against Superman in ‘Dawn of Justice’
Certified fanboy and acclaimed director Zack Snyder pits the Dark Knight against the Man of Steel in a Super Hero face-off for the ages, in Warner Bros. Pictures’ new epic, action-adventure, “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.” The film stars Oscar winner Ben Affleck as Batman/Bruce Wayne and Henry Cavill as Superman/Clark Kent. To Snyder,…
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‘Iron Man’ director Jon Favreau helms Disney’s all-new ‘The Jungle Book’
Acclaimed director Jon Favreau (“Iron Man”) takes audiences on a wild ride back to the jungle, in Walt Disney Pictures’ all-new live-action epic adventure, “The Jungle Book.” Based on Rudyard Kipling’s classic novel, “The Jungle Book” tells the story of Mowgli, a man-cub who’s been raised by a family of wolves. But Mowgli finds he…
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Filming begins on ensemble drama ‘Collateral Beauty’ with all-star cast
Principal photography has begun on New Line Cinema’s and Village Roadshow Pictures’ thought-provoking drama “Collateral Beauty,” being helmed by Oscar-winning director David Frankel (“Dear Diary,” “The Devil Wears Prada”). “Collateral Beauty” features an all-star cast, including Will Smith (upcoming “Suicide Squad”), Edward Norton (“Birdman”), Keira Knightley (“The Imitation Game”), Michael Peña (“The Martian”), Naomie Harris…
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WATCH: ‘Pete’s Dragon’ soars high with teaser trailer
“Pete’s Dragon,” the live-action reimagining of Disney’s cherished family film, has just eleased its teaser trailer which may be viewed below. “Pete’s Dragon” is the adventure of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend rElliott, who just so happens to be a dragon. The film stars Bryce Dallas Howard (“Jurassic World”), Oakes Fegley…
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Cap enlists allies in new character posters for ‘Captain America: Civil War’
Cap’s trusted allies stand by his side in all-new posters for Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War.” Check out the posters below and see the action adventure when it lands in Philippine theaters April 27. Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War” finds Steve Rogers leading the newly formed team of Avengers in their continued efforts to safeguard…
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MOVIE REVIEW: The Program (2015)
An Irish sports journalist becomes convinced that Lance Armstrong’s performances during the Tour de France victories are fueled by banned substances. With this conviction, he starts hunting for evidence that will expose Armstrong.
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WINNERS: 2016 PMPC Star Awards for Movies
The Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) has announced the winners and awardees for the 32nd Star Awards for Movies held on Sunday, March 6, 2016 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila in Pasay City. The PMPC Star Awards honors the best Filipino movies, performers and stakeholders of 2015 for the mainstream and indie…
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‘Bwaya,’ ‘OTWOL’ director Francis Xavier Pasion, 38, found dead in QC unit
Award-winning film and television director Francis Xavier Pasion was found dead in the bathroom of his house in Barangay Laging Handa, Quezon City on Sunday afternoon. Joji Alonso, producer of Pasion’s Cinemalaya entries “Sampaguita, National Flower” (2010) and “Bwaya” (2014), said that the director has not been answering texts and calls since last night. The director’s family…
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Chris Pine, off to a daring sea rescue in ‘The Finest Hours’
When Chris Pine is considering upcoming projects with which to become involved, a clear indication for the actor is a screenplay he can read in one sitting. With Walt Disney Pictures’ “The Finest Hours,” he couldn’t put it down. “The Finest Hours” is based on the extraordinary true story of the greatest small boat rescue…
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True-to-life story inspires ‘Miracles from Heaven’
Based on the inspiring book and astonishing true story of the girl rescued by an out-of-the-blue accident, comes Columbia Pictures’ “Miracles from Heaven,” the rousing portrait of a family suddenly discovering joy and promise in the most tumultuous moment of their lives. Golden Globe® winner Jennifer Garner stars as Christy Beam, a tenacious, devoted mother…
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Sci-fi thriller ‘Midnight Special’ shares new images
Take for your first look at the newly-released images from Warner Bros. Pictures’ new sci-fi thriller “Midnight Special,” from acclaimed writer/director Jeff Nichols. In the film, a father (Michael Shannon), goes on the run to protect his young son, Alton (Jaeden Lieberher), and uncover the truth behind the boy’s special powers. What starts as a…
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Oscars 2016 Best Picture ‘Spotlight’ returns to PH cinemas
For a limited time you may now watch “Spotlight,” the Oscar pick for Best Picture, back at select cinemas: Eastwood, Gateway, Powerplant, Robinsons Galleria, and the newly opened Cinema ’76. The movie won two Oscars for Best Original Screenplay and Best Picture in the recently concluded 88th Academy Awards. It also had four other nominations…
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Netherlands embassy, Dakila launch Dutch-Filipino filmfest
The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands has recently launched a partnership with DAKILA, an organization of artists and advocates building a movement of heroism towards social transformation, through a Dutch-Filipino film festival happening from May to October around key cities in the Philippines. The film festival is part of the celebration of Netherlands’ 65…
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’10 Cloverfield Lane’ TV spot goes outside the cellar
Universal Pictures has launched a new TV spot for producer J.J. Abrams’ “10 Cloverfield Lane,” the mystery thriller that’s been described by Abrams as a “blood relative” to the 2008 hit “Cloverfield.” The spot may be viewed below. The film stars John Goodman, Mary Elizabeth Winstead and John Gallagher Jr., and so far the official…
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‘Arrow’ star Brandon Routh aboard plane mayhem in ‘Lost in the Pacific’
The high-flying and non-stop thrilling action movie “Lost in the Pacific” starring Arrow’s Brandon Routh aboard on the maiden flight of a giant, luxury aircraft called The Titanic in the Sky. Unfortunately, just like its historical ocean counterpart, the plane hits an abandoned aircraft carrier on its first voyage and its pilot, played by Chinese actress…
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Nora Aunor-starrer ‘Whistleblower’ opens CineFilipino 2016
Adolfo Alix Jr.’s much-antipicated political thriller “Whistleblower” is the opening film of the 2nd CineFilipino Film Festival on March 15 at Resorts World Manila. Nine competition feature films will be shown in Shang Cineplex, Greenhills Theater Mall, Gateway Cineplex, Eastwood Mall, Resorts World Manila, Robinsons Place Manila, Robinsons Galleria, Robinsons Metro East and Festival Mall. The fest will run until March 22. READ MORE:…
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GUIDE: CineFilipino Film Festival 2016
Nine feature-length films, five documentaries, 11 shorts, five online contents and one mobile content will compete this year at the 2nd CineFilipino Film Festival which will run from March 16 to 22, 2016. Entries to the first three categories will be shown at the following venues: Shang Cineplex Greenhills Theater Mall Gateway Cineplex Eastwood Mall Resorts World…
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WATCH: New ‘Finding Dory’ trailer reveals her destiny
Disney-Pixar has just reeled-off the new trailer for its upcoming comedy adventure “Finding Dory,” and in the process revealed the blue tang’s destiny… or make it Destiny – Dory’s long-lost whale shark friend who has an exciting story to tell. The trailer premiered at The Ellen Show of “Finding Dory” lead voice star Ellen DeGeneres.…
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Main poster heats up ‘The Huntsman: Winter’s War’
Universal Pictures has just unveiled the main poster art for its new fantasy adventure “The Huntsman: Winter’s War” which, as the one-sheet declares, is “The Story Before Snow White.” Chris Hemsworth and Oscar® winner Charlize Theron return to their roles from “Snow White and the Huntsman,” joined by Emily Blunt and Jessica Chastain. Theron stars…
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MOVIE REVIEW: London Has Fallen (2016)
“LONDON HAS FALLEN” REVIEW DIRECTED BY BABAK NAJAFI STORY BY CREIGHTON ROTHENBERGER AND KATRIN BENEDIKT “Prepare for Bloody Hell.” Not exactly original. Or witty. But the imagery and the line would already give you an idea what to expect, more so if you were able to watch the first film. London has Fallen is the…
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3 Filipino films from 2015 World Premieres screens for free at Cinematheque Centre Manila
Celebrating the cinema and culture of the Southeast Asian nations, films from the Philippines will screen for free this March alongside ASEAN films at the Cinematheque Centre Manila! Select pictures from the World Premieres Film Festival (WPFF) 2015 will delve into worlds only Filipino filmmakers can create, with filmmakers Alvin Yapan, Nestor Abrogena, and Ralston…
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‘The Divergent: Allegiant’ opens in PH cinemas one week ahead of US release
The first of the last part of the bestselling trilogy “The Divergent Series” book-to-movie blockbuster franchise, “The Divergent Series: Allegiant” is about to explode with epic action scenes, spectacular vistas and unexpected twists in cinemas on March 9, one week advance of its US release. “The Divergent Series: Allegiant follows Tris, Four and their comrades…
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‘Pitch Perfect’ star Anna Kendrick pairs up with assassin in ‘Mr. Right’
Produced by hit movie makers, the upcoming romantic action comedy “Mr. Right” sees a hyperactive at the best of times, Martha (Anna Kendrick) has gone full-on manic since her latest breakup. She babbles, parties like a monster, cooks everything in sight — and is looking to do something terrible when she meets Francis (Sam Rockwell;…
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WATCH: New trailer sets up story of ‘The Angry Birds Movie’
Columbia Pictures has just revealed a new trailer for the animated comedy “The Angry Birds Movie” which finally sheds light on why the birds are so angry. The trailer may be viewed below. The movie takes us to an island populated entirely by happy, flightless birds – or almost entirely. In this paradise, Red (Jason…
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Harry Potter creator J.K. Rowling confirms ‘Fantastic Beasts’ trilogy
Author J.K. Rowling has confirmed through her Twitter account that the Harry Potter spin-off under Warner Bros. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them will be a trilogy. Right before this announcement, there have been rumors as to the number of Fantastic Beasts in the works under the production slate of Warner. Even its chief Ken…
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After 3 major Oscar wins, ‘The Revenant’ returns to PH cinemas
“The Revenant,” which bagged this year’s plum awards at the Oscars – Best Actor (Leonardo DiCaprio), Best Director (Alejandro Iñarritu) and Best Cinematography (Emmanuel Lubezki) will return in select Philippine cinemas starting March 2. DiCaprio’s Best Actor award for his winning performance which the domestic and global audience have been rooting for in his work…
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GUIDE: UPFI Film Center in March 2016
Here are the screening schedules at UPFI Film Center this March 2016 as it showcases the second part of this year’s Singkuwento International Film Festival, National Women’s Month, and Cinema and Moving Image Research Assembly. Singkuwento International Film Festival March 2 Wednesday 2:30 & 5 p.m. Sugarol 7:30 p.m. Kinabukasan (Short Feature)/Faraway (US Full-length Feature) March…
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Let the battle begin in ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice’
Born one year apart in separate runs of DC Comics, Batman and Superman have leapt off the page to become cultural touchstones across the globe, embraced by generations of fans through decades of social and political change. One orphaned by crime, the other by a dying planet; one shaped by his thirst for vengeance, the…
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‘Miracle from Heaven’ launches ‘Share Your Miracle’ website
Sony Pictures’ inspiring new film “Miracles from Heaven” has launched a website to let moviegoers share who their everyday miracles in life are. Users can visit www.ShareYourMiracle.com to create a customized digital image of someone who is a miracle in their life, whether it is an encouraging family member, a loving spouse or partner, motivating…
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GUIDE: Cinematheque Centre Manila in March 2016
This March the Cinematheque Centre Manila celebrates the ASEAN Film Awareness Month. Audiences can expect to be treated to the best of contemporary South East Asian cinema, as the selection of screenings from all over the region brings together the values, traditions and cultures of the diverse ASEAN people and paints a picture of their…
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