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First-person shooter action film ‘Hardcore Henry’ shot in GoPro camera
Get ready to watch and play in “Hardcore Henry,” one of the most unflinchingly original wild-rides to hit the big screen in a long time. You experience the entire film through the main character Henry. As the film begins, you remember nothing, just look around. Mainly because you’ve just been brought back from the dead…
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WATCH: Back to wizarding world in new trailer for ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’
Warner Bros. Pictures has just released a new trailer for the much-anticipated adventure “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” pulling back fans and moviegoers again to the magical realm. The trailer may be viewed below. “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” is an all-new adventure returning us to the wizarding world created by…
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WATCH: Baddies have fun as ‘Suicide Squad’ rolls out new trailer
The new trailer for Warner Bros.’ “Suicide Squad” has just debuted and may be viewed below. From director David Ayer (“Fury”) comes “Suicide Squad,” starring Oscar nominee Will Smith (“Hancock”), Oscar winner Jared Leto (“Dallas Buyers Club”), Margot Robbie (“The Wolf of Wall Street”), Joel Kinnaman (“RocoCop”) and Oscar nominee Viola Davis (“Doubt”). It…
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‘The Huntsman: Winter’s War’ brings back Charlize Theron as Queen Ravenna
Fresh from a universally acclaimed turn as Furiosa in the Oscar-winning “Mad Max: Fury Road,” Charlize Theron is back with vengeance as Snow White’s ex-tormentor Queen Ravenna in Universal Pictures’ fantasy adventure “The Huntsman: Winter’s War.” In the film, evil Queen Ravenna betrays her good sister Freya (Emily Blunt) with an unforgivable act, freezing Freya’s…
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‘The Angry Birds Movie’ launches OST, Blake Shelton’s music video
Atlantic Records has announced its release of “The Angry Birds Movie (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)” due everywhere on Friday, May 6th. The Columbia Pictures and Rovio Entertainment 3D animated comedy “The Angry Birds Movie” arrives in theatres across the Philippines on May 11th. “The Angry Birds Movie (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)” is available now for…
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Three new ‘Captain America: Civil War’ featurettes explain what to expect
With less than three weeks before “Captain America: Civil War” erupts in the Philippines, Marvel Studios has released three, new video featurettes to help fans cope with the long wait. The Past is Prelude First is the clip titled “The Past is Prelude” which features footage from the first Captain America and Iron Man films, highlighting…
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‘Warcraft: The Beginning’ unleashes eight new character posters
Universal Pictures and Legendary Pictures have just unveiled eight character posters for “Warcraft: The Beginning,” the epic adventure of world-colliding conflict based on Blizzard Entertainment’s global phenomenon. Getting individual one-sheets are Lothar, The War Hero; Durotan, Noble Orc Chief; Blackhand, The Destroyer; Orgrim, The Fighter; Garona, The Unbroken Survivor; Gul’dan, The Invader; King Llane, The Warrior…
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Revolutionary dance movie ‘High Strung’ inspires adrenaline rush
A hip hop violinist meets a ballerina in the high-energy dance movie “High Strung” where two misfits didn’t belong until they believed in each other and go head to head against the best of the best in the Manhattan Conservatory of Arts Peterson Dance contest. Ruby (Keenan Kampa), a lovely ballet dancer on scholarship who…
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Revenge.PH to hold special screening of ‘Yanggaw’ in Pineapple Lab, ‘Boundary’ in A Space
REVENGE is a Philippine Independent Arts platform that takes on the role as the coordinator between some art galleries and the film producer. It all started with Ronnie Lazaro’s vision to pave the way for an avenue where one can freely talk about the ins and outs of the Philippine Independent Cinema industry. For Lazaro,…
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Free screenings honor 400th death anniversary of Miguel de Cervantes
Among the cultural events honoring Miguel de Cervantes, who passed away 400 years ago, Instituto Cervantes, the Embassy of Spain and the FDCP have scheduled a cycle of films inspired by Cervantes’ life or writings. The series will be held from April 16 to 30 at the FDCP Cinematheque, 855 T.M. Kalaw, Ermita, Manila. April…
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‘Batman v Superman’ in MX4D doubles the thrill at Vista Cinemas in Evia
Expect a movie-watching experience like no other in MX4D. Right from the start you’ll be part of the action on-screen when you watch ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice’ in this new format. Right from where Metropolis is being destroyed by aliens, you will feel as if you’re riding shotgun with Bruce Wayne as he…
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CineFilipino Film Festival 2016 celebrates successful run
The second run of the biennial CineFilipino Film Festival, organized and led by Unitel Productions and in partnership with the MVP Group of Companies and PLDT Smart Foundation, was a resounding success. It surpassed expectations with extended screenings of the films in selected cinemas as well as extra screenings of Ice Idanan’s Sakaling Hindi Makarating.…
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WATCH: First teaser trailer for ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’
The brand new teaser trailer for “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” has just arrived and may be viewed below. Lucasfilm’s “Rogue One,” which takes place before the events of “Star Wars: A New Hope,” tells the story of unlikely heroes who have united to steal plans to the dreaded Death Star. The cast includes…
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New action-adventure ‘Ben-Hur’ reveals int’l poster
A new international one-sheet art of Paramount Pictures’ upcoming epic, action-adventure “Ben-Hur” has just been released, carrying the emotional tagline, “Brother against brother. Slave against empire.” Directed by Timur Bekmambetov and written by Keith Clarke and John Ridley, “Ben-Hur” stars Jack Huston (HBO’s “Boardwalk Empire”), Toby Kebbell (“The Prince of Persia”), Morgan Freeman, and also…
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Idris Elba, Richard Madden face bomb attacks in ‘Bastille Day’
Timely as today’s major concerns on battling terrorism comes the riveting action film “Bastille Day” based on true events starring Idris Elba and Richard Madden out to stop a series of bomb attacks in Paris. In “Bastille Day,” Michael Mason (Richard Madden from ‘Game of Thrones’) is an American pickpocket living in Paris who finds…
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Jessica Chastain blazes as fierce warrior in ‘The Huntsman: Winter’s War’
Two-time Academy Award® nominee Jessica Chastain (“Zero Dark Thirty,” “The Martian”) has emerged as one of Hollywood’s most sought-after actresses of her generation. Now, she stars opposite Chris Hemsworth, Charlize Theron and Emily Blunt in Universal Pictures’ fantasy adventure “The Huntsman: Winter’s War.” Finding an actor of an equal caliber to play alongside Hemsworth as…
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MOVIE REVIEW: 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016)
It would not be hard to revisit the 2008 found-footage disaster movie Cloverfield just to recall the kind of terror it offers. Back then, with the growing popularity of the subgenre, the world has just consequently become saturated with this technique. Among the lot are the good titles like Afflicted, The Sacrement, and the V/H/S installments. Cloverfield may not be flawless…
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WATCH: New trailer for Disney’s ‘The BFG’ goes into giant country
A new trailer of Disney’s big-screen adaptation of Roald Dahl’s beloved classic “The BFG” has just been launched, and may be viewed below. Directed by Steven Spielberg, Disney’s “The BFG” tells the imaginative story of a young girl and the Giant who introduces her to the wonders and perils of Giant Country. The BFG (Mark…
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Elizabeth Oropesa, Lotlot de Leon topbill Adolf Alix Jr.’s ‘Mrs.’
In “Mrs.”, 70-year-old Virginia (Elizabeth Oropesa) shares the old ancestral house with Delia (Lotlot de Leon), her ever-loyal maid. Delia is marrying her long-time boyfriend, Rene, and tearfully confides to Virginia that she wants to go home to her parents in the province to start a new family life with him. Haunted by a past…
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Aljur Abrenica, Alvin Anson star in Ato Bautista’s ‘Expressway’
A syndicate old-timer named Ben (Alvin Anson) needs to do one last assignment before the boss he works for grants him his much delayed retirement. Assigned to be his partner is the neophyte Morris (Aljur Abrenica), a trigger-happy, sadist who yearns to impress the syndicate boss. For Ben, this last assignment turns out to be a…
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Mes De Guzman’s ‘Dyamper’ depicts real-life struggle in Nueva Vizcaya
Director Mes De Guzman’s film ‘Dyamper’ is about three friends wait along Dalton Pass every dawn to jump at the back of rice delivery trucks to steal the goods and sell it at the wet market as their means of income. One of them accidentally gets a pack of drugs in one of the trucks…
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Janine Gutierrez, Enchong Dee escape dark past in Gino M. Santos’ ‘Lila’
‘Lila’ is a psychological-thriller by Gino M. Santos for this year’s Sinag Maynila Film Festival. “The film is my first horror film. It’s a challenge because we need to make the film as unique and as Filipino as possible,” says Gino. The story is about Jess (Janine Gutierrez), a young woman running from her past…
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Mara Lopez plays battered wife in Jay Altarejos’ ‘T.P.O.’
T.P.O. tells the story of Miguel (Oliver Aquino), an abusive husband to TERESA, a former town-beauty queen (Mara Lopez). They have an eight-year old son, JR (Micko Laurente). Their small family lives with Miguel’s parents (Menggie Cobarrubias and Dexter Doria). The family is shattered by the vicious cycle of domestic abuse. After a night of beating, Teresa,…
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Sci-fi thriller ‘Midnight Special’ screens exclusively at Cinema 2000 Group
Warner Bros. Pictures Philipines has officially announced that its new sci-fi thriller will open in Metro Manila on April 20 exclusively at Cinema 2000 group of theaters, namely Century City, Commercenter, Eastwood, Festival Mall and Shang Cineplex. The critically acclaimed, supernatural film follows a father, Roy (Michael Shannon), who goes on the run to protect his…
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GUIDE: Cinema ’76 Film Society screenings in April 2016
San Juan, Manila — Cinema ’76 Film Society is the latest addition to Metro Manila’s ever-growing list of cinemas. Located at 160 Luna Mencias Brgy. Addition Hills, San Juan City, Cinema ’76 is a micro-cinema dedicated to bringing the latest Filipino independent films as well as English and foreign-language films to its discriminating movie audience.…
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Mary Elizabeth Winstead held captive in ’10 Cloverfield Lane’
She’s an immensely talented actress with a gift for taking on challenging roles and bringing dynamic characters to life on screen. As she fearlessly evolves her body of work with each new project, Mary Elizabeth Winstead (“A Good Day to Die Hard,” “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter”) is fast becoming one of today’s leading talents across…
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Neel Sethi plays wild child Mongli in new ‘The Jungle Book’
The only live-action actor among an all-star cast in Disney’s “The Jungle Book,” child performer was chosen by director Jon Favreau after considering about 2000 kids who auditioned for the lead role of Mowgli. The now 12-year-old Sethi is a natural athlete, enjoys playing all sports—especially basketball and football. He is working towards earning his…
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Emily Blunt plays Ice Queen in ‘The Huntsman: Winter’s War’
Coming off rave reviews for her indelible performances in “Sicario,” “Into the Woods” and “Edge of Tomorrow,” Emily Blunt now portrays Freya, the Ice Queen, in Universal Pictures’ new fantasy adventure “The Huntsman: Winter’s War.” While Ravenna (Charlize Theron) is a wicked devourer of souls and uses her dark magic to drain the life force…
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Ryan Reynolds, Gal Gadot hold key secrets in intense action-packed ‘Criminal’
The star-studded and high-octane action film “Criminal” headlines Kevin Costner, Ryan Reynolds, Gal Gadot, Tommy Lee Jones and Gary Oldman in a fresh, provocative spin on the espionage action-thriller that probes the secret world of memory and identity, as it propels an unwitting death row killer into the consciousness of a dedicated CIA agent in…
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Cristine Reyes stars in supernatural horror-thriller ‘Elemento’
Early this year, VIVA International Pictures gave us the heart-pumping blockbuster horror movie, “The Boy.” If you’re one of those who enjoyed the psychological tension brought by its leading character, Brahms, then brace yourself for another story of an ominous boy in VIVA Films’ “Elemento.” While on a field trip to a forest, grade-school student…
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Anna Kendrick, Sam Rockwell paired in R-rated rom-com ‘Mr. Right’
Blending dancing, violence and romance into one-of-a-kind hybrid entertainment, “Mr. Right” stars Anna Kendrick as manic Martha who falls in for Francis (Sam Rockwell), a professional assassin with a cause. When Martha discovers that her new beau is a professional hitman, who kills the people ordering the hits. But the bodies pile up, Martha must…
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‘Ghostbusters’ unveils new action-packed image
Columbia Pictures has just released a new unit still from its upcoming action-comedy “Ghostbusters” showing the four female title characters in action with proton packs blazing. 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 all the paranormal fighting…
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‘Batman v Superman’ flies past $500-M worldwide, P200-M in PH
BURBANK, CA, March 30, 2016 – Warner Bros. Pictures’ action adventure “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” continues to win at the worldwide box office. Soaring past $500 million after only five days in theaters with a total of $501.9 million and counting, the film joins a very rare group of movies that cross half…
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To love and to guard in romantic action comedy ‘Mr. Right’
In the tradition of highly-successful romantic action comedies comes a one-of-a-kind love story in “Mr. Right” starring two of Hollywood’s well-sought actors Anna Kendrick and Sam Rockwell. In “Mr. Right,” Martha (Anna Kendrick) discovers that her new beau, Francis (Sam Rockwell), is a professional assassin… with a cause. He kills the people ordering the hits.…
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WATCH: The Dark Knight beatboxes in second trailer for ‘The LEGO Batman Movie’
Warner Bros. has released a second trailer for “The LEGO Batman Movie,” the animated Caped Crusader’s spinoff feature from the critically acclaimed box-office hit “The LEGO Movie.” (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 –…
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Chris Hemsworth propels new story of ‘The Huntsman: Winter’s War’
The fantastical world of “Snow White and the Huntsman” expands to reveal how the fates of The Huntsman Eric and Queen Ravenna are deeply and dangerously intertwined, in Universal Pictures’ new fantasy adventure “The Huntsman: Winter’s War.” In 2012, “Snow White and the Huntsman” breathed new life into the fairy-tale genre with a dark, epic…
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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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‘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: 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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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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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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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: 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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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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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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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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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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