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Marcos Mamay caps 2025 with milestones in public service, entertainment
Nunungan, Lanao del Norte Vice Mayor Marcos Mamay closes 2025 on a high note, marking a year filled with accomplishments that further elevated his national presence in both public service and the entertainment sector. During the 29th National Convention of the Vice Mayors League of the Philippines (VMLP) on November 26 at the Manila Hotel, Mamay…
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Arci Muñoz, Direk Nijel de Mesa bring NDMstudios team to Hong Kong Filmart & Disneyland
Award-winning director-writer-producer Nijel de Mesa—formerly known as “Njel”—recently brought his core team from NDMstudios, including Executive Vice President Jan Christine and Creative Director Arci Muñoz, to attend the Hong Kong Filmart and visit Disneyland. While the main objective of the trip was to acquire content suitable for a global audience, Direk Nijel has long expanded…
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Direk Rahyan Carlos on actors’ ‘karga’ as power: ‘You will never go wrong when you use pain as fuel to win’
For veteran director and acting coach Rahyan Carlos, training actors goes far beyond memorizing lines or hitting marks—it’s about creating a space where pain becomes power, and where emotional truths can be safely explored and transformed into art. At a recent media conference for MQuest Artists Agency (MQAA), Carlos gave a heartfelt glimpse into what…
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Bong Joon-ho, Robert Pattinson reveal what drew them to ‘Mickey 17’
#Mickey17 opens March 5 in PH theaters. Also in IMAX.
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Hollywood action film ‘Bare-Knuckle’ open to collab with Coco Martin
Its writer Mark Labella previously worked with Coco Martin as his US producer.
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FEU Tech’s first mainstream film ‘Crushmate’: small budget, big success
This feel-good romantic comedy film shows the beginning of freshmen students’ journey as they navigate through first love, new friendships, and life challenges.
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‘Narrative Music’ opens doors to local talents, releases song for Mother’s Day
For its debut song, Janica Reloxe performs “Sa’yo, Ina” with hitmaker Kiko KIKX Salazar.
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Paulo Avelino co-produces latest film ‘Ngayon Kaya’
Screen heartthrob Paulo Avelino not only stars in his latest movie, he is also the co-producer of the project. In “Ngayon Kaya,” one of the eight entries of the 2020 Summer Metro Manila Film Festival (2020 Summer MMFF), Paulo plays the role of Harold — a shy college student from the province who develops a…
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James Wan’s original horror-thriller ‘Malignant’ wraps production
Shooting has wrapped in Los Angeles on Atomic Monster’s “Malignant,” the latest creation from “Conjuring” universe architect James Wan (“Aquaman,” “Furious 7”). The film marks director Wan’s return to his roots with this new original horror thriller. “Malignant” stars Annabelle Wallis (“The Loudest Voice,” “The Mummy,” “Annabelle”), Maddie Hasson (YouTube Originals’ “Impulse,” “Novitiate,” “I Saw the Light”), George Young…
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Costume & make-up: Designing the look of the new ‘Joker’
To create the new costumes in Warner Bros. Pictures’ new psychological thriller “Joker,” director Todd Phillips sought out costume designer Mark Bridges, who had designed for lead actor Joaquin Phoenix (Arthur Fleck aka Joker) in both the latter’s acclaimed films “The Master” and “Inherent Vice.” Bridges was flattered when Phillips reached out. “Todd sent…
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New ‘Mortal Kombat’ movie has begun production, set for March 2021
BURBANK, CA – September 15, 2019 – Production is underway on New Line Cinema’s “Mortal Kombat,” with award-winning Australian commercial filmmaker Simon McQuoid at the helm, marking his feature directorial debut. The explosive action adventure is based on the blockbuster video game franchise, which recently released the most successful video game launch in its history,…
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Filming underway on ‘Tenet,’ new film from Christopher Nolan
Filming has begun on Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Tenet,” being directed by Christopher Nolan. “Tenet,” which is being filmed on location across seven countries, is an action epic evolving from the world of international espionage. Nolan is directing from his own original screenplay, utilizing a mixture of IMAX® and 70mm film to bring the story…
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NBA superstar Stephen Curry scores greatest win in faith-based movie ‘Breakthrough’
NBA’s multi-awarded All-Star player Stephen Curry, also known for being outspoken about his faith scores his latest win as one of the executive producers in the incredible faith-based movie “Breakthrough”. In one of his many speeches when he won MVP, he professed that pounding his chest and pointing up remind him that he plays for…
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Master of horror James Wan produces ‘The Curse of La Llorona’
One of the most iconic and widely known figures in Mexican folklore, La Llorona – and her terrible, eternal hunt for children’s souls to replace the ones she drowned in life – has fueled the nightmares of generations of kids and left her mark on a vast swath of Latin America. Her story has taken…
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Evil comes home as production begins in horror film ‘Annabelle 3’
Principal photography is underway on the third installment of New Line Cinema’s hugely successful “Annabelle” film series, starring the infamous sinister doll from the “Conjuring” universe. Screenwriter Gary Dauberman (“The Nun,” “IT” films, “Annabelle” films) helms his first feature in the $1.5 billion “Conjuring” franchise. The new horror film is once again being produced by…
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Production underway on Joaquin Phoenix-starrer ‘Joker’
Principal photography has begun on Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Joker,” starring Oscar nominee Joaquin Phoenix in the title role, alongside Oscar winner Robert De Niro, and directed, produced and co-written by Oscar nominee Todd Phillips. “Joker” centers around the iconic arch nemesis and is an original, standalone story not seen before on the big screen. Phillips’…
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New images from Marvel Studios’ ‘Captain Marvel’ reveal Skrulls, Kree, more
We’re still a little over seven months until the theatrical release of Marvel Studios’ “Captain Marvel,” starring Brie Larson. We know it’s a lot of time before we’re heading back to the 90s and graced by Carol Danvers’ presence. Until then, we’ve got some official images from the film to hold you over. About “Captain…
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Live-action movie adaptation of ‘Dora The Explorer’ starts production
Paramount Players has announced that the motion picture adaptation of Nickelodeon’s Peabody Award-winning children’s animated series, Dora the Explorer, began principal photography on location in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia, on Monday, August 6, 2018. The production, being directed by 11-time Emmy and four-time BAFTA nominee James Bobin (The Muppets, Muppets Most Wanted, “Flight of the…
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Cameras roll on Gal Gadot-starrer ‘Wonder Woman 1984’
Fast forward to the 1980s as Wonder Woman’s next big screen adventure finds her facing an all-new foe: The Cheetah. Principal photography is underway on Warner Bros. Pictures’ follow up to the Super Hero’s first outing, last summer’s record-breaking “Wonder Woman,” which took in $822 million at the worldwide box office. “Wonder Woman 1984” will…
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Production starts on DC Comics’ ‘The Kitchen’ movie
Principal photography has began on New Line Cinema’s gritty drama “The Kitchen,” written and directed by Andrea Berloff, who was nominated for an Oscar for the original screenplay for “Straight Outta Compton.” Based on the Vertigo comic book series from DC Entertainment, the film stars Oscar nominee Melissa McCarthy (“Bridesmaids”), Tiffany Haddish (“Girls Trip”) and…
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Sports drama film ‘Creed 2’ returns to the ring as production begins
Production begins today in Philadelphia on Metro Goldwyn Mayer Pictures (MGM) and Warner Bros. Pictures’ Creed II, starring Michael B. Jordan and Sylvester Stallone, reprising their roles of Adonis Creed and Rocky Balboa respectively. Creed II is the continuation of the Rocky saga and sequel to the 2015 critically acclaimed and crowd-pleasing 2015 hit Creed,…
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Production underway on Marvel Studios’ ‘Captain Marvel’
Marvel Studios has begun principal photography in Los Angeles, California, on its newest film, “Captain Marvel.” The production is shooting in and around the greater Los Angeles area, which will also serve as the production base for the film. The production will also shoot on location in Fresno, California, as well as locations in…
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Production begins on origin story of superhero ‘Shazam!’
Production is underway on New Line Cinema’s “Shazam!” David F. Sandberg (“Annabelle: Creation”) directs the origin story, which stars Zachary Levi (TV’s “Chuck”) as the titular DC Super Hero, along with Asher Angel (TV’s “Andi Mack”) as Billy Batson, and Mark Strong (the “Kingsman” movies) in the role of Super-Villain Dr. Thaddeus Sivana. Peter Safran…
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Monique Lhuillier designs Anastasia Steele’s wedding gown in ‘Fifty Shades Freed’
Dakota Johnson as Anastasia Steele dons a custom-lace wedding gown and veil by Monique Lhuillier, renowned bridal, ready-to-wear and accessories designer, in Fifty Shades Freed, the all-new installment of the Fifty Shades of Grey series. Known for her romantic glamour and modern elegance, Monique Lhuillier brilliantly captures Anastasia’s alluring beauty and vulnerability in this design.…
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Phil Lord, Christopher Miller return to producing via ‘The LEGO Ninjago Movie’
Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, who wrote and directed The LEGO Movie and produced The LEGO Batman Movie, return again as producers of Warner Bros. Pictures’ all-new, big-screen event, The LEGO NINJAGO Movie, in Philippine cinemas September 27. In this big-screen NINJAGO adventure, the battle for NINJAGO City calls to action young Master Builder Lloyd,…
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Production underway for Tim Burton’s live-action ‘Dumbo’
Production is underway for the live-action reimagining of Disney’s 1941 animated classic “Dumbo.” Directed by visionary filmmaker Tim Burton (“Alice in Wonderland,” “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”), the film stars Golden Globe® winner Colin Farrell (“In Bruges,” “The Lobster”), Golden Globe winner Michael Keaton (“Birdman,” “Beetlejuice”), Emmy® and Golden Globe winner Danny DeVito (“Batman Returns,”…
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Back to J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world in ‘Fantastic Beasts 2’
BURBANK, CA – July 3, 2017 – Principal photography starts today, Monday, July 3, on an all new adventure set in J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World, the second of five films in the series that began with “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.” The as-yet-untitled film is being directed by David Yates. Oscar winner Eddie…
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MonsterVerse kicks into gear as ‘Godzilla 2’ gets underway
Following the global success of 2014’s “Godzilla” and this year’s “Kong: Skull Island,” comes the next chapter in Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Legendary Pictures’ cinematic MonsterVerse: an epic action adventure that pits Godzilla against some of the most popular monsters in pop culture history. The film, which begins principal photography today, is being directed by…
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Motion capture technology used in epic action ‘War for the Planet of the Apes’
Humanity’s last stand is at stake in the upcoming epic action “War for the Planet of the Apes” where peace is shattered in a winner-takes-all war for the planet. Here we see the incredible transformation of the actors in mo-cap (motion capture) technology as they bring their characters to life on the big screen. As…
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Horror fan-favorite James Wan to produce ‘The Conjuring’ spin-off ‘The Nun’
Filmmaker James Wan, director of the record-setting horror hits “The Conjuring” and “The Conjuring 2,” explores another dark corner of that universe with New Line Cinema’s “The Nun.” Helmed by award-winning director Corin Hardy (“The Hallow”), the new fright-fest has begun production on location in Romania. It will be produced by Wan through his Atomic…
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Tom Cruise-starrer ‘The Mummy’ boasts of weightless stunts in Zero G
All hell breaks loose when Egyptian princess Ahmanet’s sarcophagus is being flown from Iraq to London and ravens begin to crash thru the cockpit window, in Universal Pictures’ The Mummy (in Philippine cinemas on June 7, 2017). As one might imagine, things go downhill from there…and the plane begins to dive. Director Alex Kurtzman and…
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Universal Pictures unveils ‘Dark Universe’ for its classic monster film series
Universal Pictures announced May 23 that its series of films reviving the studio’s classic monster characters for a new generation will be known as “Dark Universe.” The motion logo for the new initiative features a musical theme composed by Danny Elfman and will debut in theaters preceding The Mummy, which will be released in Philippine…
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Film adaptation of 2016 Palanca-winning ‘Deadma Walking’ now in production
Filming has begun on “Deadma Walking” which won the 2nd Prize in the Screenplay division of the 2016 Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature, the most prestigious literary prize in the Philippines. Past winners in the same category include the blockbuster romance-comedy “That Thing Called Tadhana.” The story revolves around gay BFFs (best friends for…
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Production underway on Warner Bros.’ superhero action adventure ‘Aquaman’
BURBANK, CA, May 3, 2017 – Principal photography has begun on Warner Bros. Pictures’ action adventure “Aquaman,” helmed by James Wan (“The Conjuring” films, “Furious 7”). Jason Momoa stars in the title role, returning to the character he plays in this November’s “Justice League.” The film also stars Amber Heard (“Justice League,” “Magic Mike XXL”)…
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Chris Evans plays uncle to young child math prodigy in ‘Gifted’
Chris Evans’ latest movie “Gifted” where he co-stars with Oscar winner Octavia Spencer, along with a multi-talented cast that includes Jenny Slate, McKenna Grace and Lindsay Duncan is a deeply charming story of a young child math prodigy and his uncle who are unexpectedly thrown into a custody battle that neither of them approves. “Gifted”…
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Shooting begins on action comedy ‘Game Night’ starring Jason Bateman, Rachel McAdams
Principal photography is underway on New Line Cinema’s action comedy “Game Night,” starring Jason Bateman (the “Horrible Bosses” films, TV’s “Arrested Development”) and Oscar nominee Rachel McAdams (“Spotlight,” “Dr. Strange”). Filming began on location in Atlanta, Georgia, under the direction of Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley, marking their second film as co-directors following “Vacation.”…
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Ryan Reynolds back with ‘Deadpool’ writers for sci-fi thriller ‘Life’
Deadpool himself Ryan Reynolds stars in Columbia Pictures’ new terrifying sci-fi thriller Life as astronaut Rory Adams, an engineer and specialist in space walking. “This script had such a degree of reality and a feeling of constant tension,” says Reynolds, who stars alongside Jake Gyllenhaal and Rebecca Ferguson. The film reunites Reynolds with his Deadpool…
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Marvel Studios founder Avi Arad produces ‘Ghost in the Shell’
As the former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer and founder of Marvel Studios, Avi Arad has been a driving force behind bringing many of Marvel’s most famous comic book characters to the screen, with a track record that has been nothing short of spectacular, including a string of No. 1 box office openings. As a…
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Fede Alvarez to helm ‘The Girl in the Spider’s Web’ with new actress to play Lisbeth Salander
CULVER CITY, Calif., March 13, 2017 – Lisbeth Salander, the cult figure and title character of the acclaimed Millennium book series created by Stieg Larsson, will return to the screen in The Girl in the Spider’s Web, a first-time adaptation of the recent global bestseller written by David Lagercrantz. Fede Alvarez, the director of 2016’s…
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‘Before I Fall’ journeys from adapting young adult novel into film
Sam seemed to have everything a teenage girl could want: popularity, a hot boyfriend, cool status, fun friends, loving family and seeming happiness. But beyond the superficial, Sam’s life wasn’t so charmed. She was one of a clique of high school mean girls who made life hellish for those different from them. When she’s killed…
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‘Avengers: Infinity War’ starts production, Phase 3 details teased
Marvel Studios has officially announced the production start of Avengers: Infinity War via a featurette that shows Robert Downey Jr. (Tony Stark/Iron Man), Tom Holland (Peter Parker/Spider-Man) and Chris Pratt (Peter Quill/Star-Lord). Watch the featurette below. Prior to the release of the first featurette, Robert Downey Jr. (Tony Stark/Iron Man) hosted a Facebook Live, to…
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Dakota Johnson dons Monique Lhuillier gown, capelet in ‘Fifty Shades Darker’
Dakota Johnson as Anastasia Steele dons a custom gown and capelet by Monique Lhuillier, renowned bridal, ready-to-wear and accessories designer, in the new film Fifty Shades Darker, the second chapter based on the worldwide bestselling “Fifty Shades” phenomenon, it was announced today. The film arrives in Philippine cinemas today. Known for her glamour and modern…
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Jamie Dornan, Dakota Johnson take you inside ‘Fifty Shades Darker’
Universal Pictures brings back Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson as Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele in Fifty Shades Darker, the second chapter based on the worldwide bestselling “Fifty Shades” phenomenon. The hotly anticipated sequel expands upon events set in motion in 2015’s blockbuster film that grossed more than $560 million globally. (Watch the “A Look…
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Marvel Studios begins production on ‘Black Panther’
Marvel Studios announced today that production has begun on “Black Panther,” starring Chadwick Boseman (“Captain America: Civil War,” “Get on Up”), Michael B. Jordan (“Creed,” “Fruitvale Station”), Academy Award® winner Lupita Nyong’o (“Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” “12 Years a Slave”), Danai Gurira (“The Walking Dead,” upcoming “All Eyez on Me”), Martin Freeman (“Hobbit” trilogy,…
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‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ is the official title of Episode VIII
Lucasfilm has announced the official title of the film previously known as Star Wars: Episode VIII. The studio says, “We have the greatest fans in this or any other galaxy. In appreciation of the fans, we wanted them to be the first to know the title of the next chapter in the Skywalker saga: Star…
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Celine Dion to perform original song for Disney’s ‘Beauty and the Beast’
Five-time GRAMMY® winning and best-selling recording artist Celine Dion will perform an all-new original song, “How Does A Moment Last Forever,” for Disney’s live-action “Beauty and the Beast.” The song will also be included on the film’s soundtrack. Written by eight-time Oscar®-winning composer Alan Menken (“The Little Mermaid,” “Aladdin”) and veteran lyricist and three-time Oscar…
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Hitmaker Jason Blum produces new suspense thriller ‘Split’
Following last year’s breakout hit The Visit, producer Jason Blum (The Purge and Insidious series) reunites with filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan for the critically acclaimed suspense thriller Split from Universal Pictures. Starring James McAvoy and Anya Taylor-Joy (The Witch), Split is an original film that delves into the mysterious recesses of one man’s fractured, gifted…
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‘Passengers’ marks first visually-stunning film of the year
“It’s always good when you can create your own world,” says director Morten Tyldum, who creates a new vision of space travel in Passengers, touted to be the first visually stunning film of 2017. “I’m a huge sci-fi fan, and I also have such respect for the genre, so I wanted to try to do…
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Fantasy adventure ‘The Great Wall’ imagines what lies beneath
Legendary Pictures and Universal Pictures, along with China Film Co., Ltd. and Le Vision Pictures, present The Great Wall, an epic action-adventure depicting a monstrous threat hidden for centuries behind one of the greatest manmade wonders of the world. Directed by Zhang Yimou, The Great Wall stars Matt Damon, Jing Tian, Pedro Pascal, Willem Dafoe…
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Meghan Trainor writes, performs new song for ‘Smurfs: The Lost Village’
“I’m a Lady,” a new song from the multi-platinum reigning Grammy Awards Best New Artist Meghan Trainor, will be featured in Sony Pictures Animation’s Smurfs: The Lost Village. The song is performed & written by Meghan Trainor and produced by Martin Rene, Monsters & Strangers and Meghan Trainor. Fans will be able to hear the…
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MMFF entry ‘Saving Sally’ took 10 years to make
The Metro Manila Film Festival Screening Committee describes “Saving Sally,” one of the eight entries in this year’s December film festival as “an atypical youthful love story replete with child-like elements as applied through 2D animation.” The Cinema Evaluation Board gave an A rating to the directorial debut of Avid Liongoren, a motion picture that…
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Ben Affleck learns Indonesian fighting style for ‘The Accountant’
Ben Affleck stars in Warner Bros.’ action-thriller The Accountant as Christian Wolff, a specially trained assassin who happens to be a math savant suffering from Asperger’s Syndrome. Director Gavin O’Connor knew that Christian should have an idiosyncratic fighting style, forged by his childhood training and his personal penchant for order. O’Connor maintains, “I wanted to…
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Fifth ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ film titled ‘Salazar’s Revenge’ in PH
Walt Disney Pictures has announced that the latest Pirates film starring Johnny Depp will be officially titled in the Philippines as “Pirates of the Caribbean: Salazar’s Revenge.” (The film is alternatively called Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales in the US.) The fifth installment in the hugely successful Pirates of the Caribbean…
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Inventive script adds up talented cast for ‘The Accountant’
The cleverly constructed screenplay of Warner Bros. Pictures’ new thriller “The Accountant” drew the film’s impressive acting ensemble, led by Ben Affleck (Batman v Superman), Anna Kendrick (Pitch Perfect), J.K. Simmons (Whiplash), Jon Bernthal (TV’s The Punisher), Jeffrey Tambor (TV’s Transparent) and John Lithgow (Interstellar). “It kept me guessing until the very last page,” Affleck…
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Horror hitmaker Jason Blum produces ‘Ouija: Origin of Evil’
When developing “Ouija: Origin of Evil,” Blumhouse Productions’ Jason Blum and Platinum Dunes’ Michael Bay, producers Brad Form and Andrew Fuller were excited to work with Hasbro Studios on the opportunity to expand dramatically the cryptic world of the mystical board. For this terrifying chapter that would explore the origin of evil in one small…
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Hugh Jackman reveals latest Wolverine title as ‘Logan’
Hugh Jackman finally revealed the official title of the latest Wolverine movie as “Logan” along with a teaser poster showing his bruised claw held by a much smaller hand. “Logan” director James Mangold (directed “The Wolverine”, 2013) also shared page 2 of the movie’s screenplay on Twitter that read “In this flick, people will get…
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Creating Elliott, the titular creature in Disney’s ‘Pete’s Dragon’
Because dragons are often depicted as vicious, scaly, lizard-like creatures and rarely shown as approachable, friendly or heroic, the appearance and personality of Elliott – the titular creature in Disney’s “Pete’s Dragon” – were the focus of countless meetings between the filmmakers and special effects firm, Weta Digital. While Elliot is entirely computer-generated, he is…
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Clint Eastwood’s ‘Sully’ filmed almost entirely with IMAX cameras
A miracle landing deserves an epic-scale shooting. That’s why director Clint Eastwood has chosen to film Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Sully” – the airborne thriller based on true events — almost entirely with new ALEXA IMAX® 65mm cameras. As a result, audiences will see the so-called `miracle on the Hudson’ depicted in stunning clarity. And exclusively…
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Casting talented cats as Mr. Fuzzypants in ‘Nine Lives’
From Barry Sonnenfeld, director of classic hits “Men in Black,” “The Addams Family,” “When Harry Met Sally” and “Big” comes his latest family movie event “Nine Lives” starring award-winning actors Kevin Spacey, Christopher Walken and Jennifer Garner along with Robbie Ammell and Malina Weissman. “Nine Lives” follows the exciting life of Tom Brand (Kevin Spacey),…
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From the humans behind ‘Despicable Me’ come ‘The Secret Life of Pets’
From Illumination Entertainment, one of the entertainment industry’s leading producers of event animated films like “Despicable Me” and “Minions,” comes Universal Pictures’ “The Secret Life of Pets,” the recent No.1 box-office hit in the US, and opening in Philippine cinemas Aug. 24. Watch the film’s new TV spot below. “The inspiration behind ‘Pets’ was all…
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Creating the lethal shark in ‘The Shallows’
Columbia Pictures’ suspenseful tale “The Shallows” presents the breathtaking story of Nancy (Blake Lively), a surfer who finds herself in the feeding ground of a great white shark. In creating the shark, director Jaume Collet-Serra wanted to create a worthy adversary that would keep audiences on the edge of their seats. “I wanted the shark…
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Filming underway for highly anticipated horror film ‘Annabelle 2’
She’s back! Principal photography has begun on New Line Cinema’s “Annabelle 2,” with David F. Sandberg (upcoming “Lights Out”) helming the follow up to 2014’s hugely successful “Annabelle,” which scared up nearly $257 million at the worldwide box office during its run in theaters. The new film is once again being produced by Peter Safran…
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Fil-Am stunt experts choreograph fight scenes in ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2’
Action is the operative word when it comes to the four brother Turtles, but the filmmakers of “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows” are careful to intersperse every skirmish with humor. “Fun energy,” as director Dave Green likes to call it. “It’s important that the audience feels that the Turtles are always in…
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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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Marvel Studios begins production of ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’
ATLANTA, Ga. (February 17, 2016) – Marvel Studios has begun principal photography at Pinewood Studios in Atlanta, Georgia, on Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2,” which is slated to hit U.S. theaters on May 5, 2017. The production will shoot at Atlanta’s Pinewood Studios. “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” is written and directed…
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‘Star Wars: Episode VIII’ starts production
Rey took her first steps into a larger world in Star Wars: The Force Awakens and will continue her epic journey with Finn, Poe and Luke Skywalker in the next chapter of the continuing Star Wars saga, Star Wars: Episode VIII, which began principal photography at Pinewood Studios in London on February 15, 2016. Star…
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Disney’s ‘Zootopia’ co-head of story is a Filipino!
Another Filipino artist rises atop the global animation stage with the release of Disney’s new animated feature, “Zootopia” whose Co-Head of Story is Filipino-American Josie Trinidad. She oversees the story team, which is responsible for translating the script to its first visual form. Trinidad joined Disney Animation Studios in 2004 as a story apprentice. Once…
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‘The Dark Knight’s’ David S. Goyer produces horror thriller ‘The Forest’
David S. Goyer is probably best known as the man who helped revive comic-book movies by writing the “Blade” films, the “Dark Knight” films, and most currently “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.” Now, for a change, he’s worn the producer’s cap for Columbia Pictures’ “The Forest,” a horror thriller which sends “Game of Thrones’s”…
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Stiller, Wilson pose in Valentino shopping windows in Rome for Zoolander 2
ROME, January 31, 2016 – Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson continue boosting their career as supermodels. The actors, who attended the premier of “Zoolander 2” in Rome on Saturday night, along with colleagues Will Ferrell and Justin Theroux, posed in the shopping windows of Valentino flagship on Sunday afternoon. The Roman-based fashion house collaborated with…
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