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‘The Secret Life of Pets’ characters take a bow in own posters
From the studios that gave you “Despicable Me” and “Minions,” Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment have unveiled new character posters for their upcoming animated film, “The Secret Life of Pets.” The selection of cute character one-sheets reveal each of the pets, their names, and just a hint of their personalities. For their fifth fully-animated feature-film…
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Maxine Peake’s ‘Hamlet’ screens for free in Manila
The British Council in the Philippines joins the global commemoration of Shakespeare’s 400th death anniversary with a one-day free screening of Maxine Peake’s Hamlet on April 23, Saturday, at the Premiere Theater of Shang Cineplex, 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM. The film, which stars UK’s most celebrated stage actress Maxine Peake, was originally produced for…
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WATCH: Humans, orcs unite in new trailer for ‘Warcraft: The Beginning’
Universal Pictures and Legendary Pictures have just revealed the brand-new trailer for “Warcraft: The Beginning,” the 3D epic adventure of world-colliding conflict based on Blizzard Entertainment’s global phenomenon. Watch the trailer below. Directed by Duncan Jones (Moon, Source Code) and written by Charles Leavitt and Duncan Jones, the film is a Legendary Pictures, Blizzard Entertainment…
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‘Hele sa Hiwagang Hapis’ screens anew at the Cinematheque Centre Manila
Due to insistent public demand, the Cinematheque Centre Manila is re-screening Lav Diaz’s Hele sa Hiwagang Hapis during its run in April and May 2016. The Cinematheque is located at 855 T.M. Kalaw Street, Ermita, Manila. Admission is at P200. Screening starts at 11:00 AM, with a one-hour break and another thirty-minute break. Just for the…
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Most downloaded mobile game of all time inspires ‘The Angry Birds Movie’
In December 2009, people around the world downloaded a game to their phones and started a phenomenon. Little green piggies had invaded, intent on stealing the eggs of some flightless birds – and these birds were… well, there’s only one word for it. How would you feel if someone came to your home and took…
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Kirsten Dunst play mother of boy with mysterious powers in ‘Midnight Special’
Winner of the Best Actress prize at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival for Lars Von Trier’s controversial film, “Melancholia,” Kirsten Dunst (“Spider-Man” trilogy) now stars as an excommunicated member from a religious cult, in Warner Bros. Pictures’ sci-fi thriller, “Midnight Special.” A provocative, genre-defying film as supernatural as it is intimately human, “Midnight Special” follows…
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‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ regroup in teaser poster for sequel
Paramount Pictures has just revealed the new teaser poster for “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows,” showing the Turtles in an unexpected, non-combatant pose. With an orange sky on the background, the setting is definitely either before or after the proverbial storm. Michelangelo, Donatello, Leonardo, and Raphael return to cinemas this summer in…
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‘Captain America: Civil War’ directors want fans to choose sides
With the box office and critical success of “Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” producer Kevin Feige and his team were excited to bring the brothers Joe and Anthony Russo back to direct the third movie of the franchise. With each of the first two films in the franchise having different styles and tones, the Russo…
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Adam Driver shifts from Kylo Ren of ‘Star Wars’ to NSA agent in ‘Midnight Special’
Most recently seen as Kylo Ren in J.J. Abrams’ global blockbuster “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” Adam Driver now appears in Warner Bros. Pictures’ supernatural thriller “Midnight Special.” 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…
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Warner Bros. Pictures’ CinemaCon presentation hits the jackpot in Las Vegas
Warner Bros. Pictures showcased an impressive lineup of talents and highly anticipated films at this year’s CinemaCon, which generated tremendous excitement for the Studio’s wide-ranging slate. Chairman and CEO Kevin Tsujihara opened the program and announced that Ben Affleck—who will again play the role of Batman in the upcoming Justice League movie—will direct, as well…
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Epy Quizon plays Singapore hostage taker in ‘Unlucky Plaza’
“Convincing characters, genuine scenarios and a fun amount of chaos…you can chalk up Unlucky Plaza as an indisputable win,” described Esquire Magazine of this Singaporean crime drama that had its sold-out worldwide premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. It was subsequently picked as Opening Film for the Singapore International Film Festival, where critics confirmed…
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Dread abounds in main poster for ‘The Conjuring 2’
“The Next True Story from the Case Files of Ed and Lorraine Warren.” That’s the tagline of the main one-sheet art for New Line Cinema’s “The Conjuring 2” which has just been released by the studio. The Warrens are the renowned demonologists played by Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga in the original film. The tagline…
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‘Money Monster’ named official selection in Cannes Film Festival 2016
CULVER CITY, Calif., April 14, 2016 – Money Monster, the upcoming film from TriStar Pictures starring George Clooney and Julia Roberts and directed by Jodie Foster, has been named an Official Selection – Out of Competition at the 69th Festival de Cannes, which will be held from May 11 – 22, 2016. The gala presentation…
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Dance movie ‘High Strung’ stars world’s most talented dancers
In a city where only the best succeed, two radically talented people from opposite sides of the tracks need to find harmony to achieve their dreams in the highly-motivating fish-out-of-water film “High Strung” starring award-winner ballerina Keenan Kampa and multi-talented artist Nicholas Galitzine. At the heels of phenomenal dance movies such as “Step Up” and…
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GUIDE: Cinematheque Centre Manila in April 2016
This April 2016, the Cinematheque Centre Manila celebrates the “Daze of Youth” with youth cinema crossing all eras and genres, speaking of the wayward endlessness of growing up and the rebellion against stern adulthood. Audiences will be treated to special question-and-answer sessions with directors and special guests following select film screenings. The Cinematheque Centre Manila…
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WATCH: Meet Marvel’s Sorcerer Supreme in first teaser trailer for ‘Doctor Strange’
Doctor Stephen Strange uncovers hidden realms in the very first teaser trailer for Marvel’s “Doctor Strange” which may be viewed below. Check out the teaser above and see two posters for the film below. Make sure to see “Doctor Strange” when it lands in Philippine theaters November 4! “Doctor Strange” follows the story of neurosurgeon…
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CIA’s top secrets unlocked from dead man’s mind in ‘Criminal’
Hollywood’s brightest young and veteran stars Ryan Reynolds, Gal Gadot, Kevin Costner, Tommy Lee Jones and Gary Oldman star in “Criminal” – the story of the right man in the wrong body. “Criminal” finds an ex-convict’s brain being implanted the memories of a top CIA agent in a last-ditch effort to stop a diabolical plot.…
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MOVIE REVIEW: Criminal (2016)
“Criminal” Review Directed by Ariel Vromen Written by Douglas Cook and David Weisber What with the already saturated market for mind-altering/wiping/reading, memory-recovering movies, Criminal gets on the bandwagon to amuse us once again with the premise of making something unfeasible possible. The film is director Ariel Vromen’s first venture into big-budget films after dabbling in a number of music videos, short films, and…
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‘Game of Throne’s’ Richard Madden fights terrorism in ‘Bastille Day’
Richard Madden who has gained mainstream attention with his notable role in the global hit TV series “Game of Thrones” takes action on the big screen in “Bastille Day” starring alongside award-winning Idris Elba. Michael Mason (Madden) is an American pickpocket living in Paris who finds himself hunted by the CIA when he steals a…
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WATCH: More action, more laughter in new trailer for ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2’
The Turtles turn up the action and fun in the new trailer for “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows” which Paramount Pictures has just released, and may be viewed below. Michelangelo, Donatello, Leonardo, and Raphael return to cinemas this summer in “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows” to battle bigger, badder…
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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: 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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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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MOVIE REVIEW: Demolition (2015)
“Demolition” Review Directed by Jean-Marc Vallée Written by Bryan Sipe A man who lives in absolute privilege, Davis Mitchell (Jake Gyllenhaal) comes to terms with the sudden death of his wife Julia (Heather Lind). While other people normally mourn the death of a loved one, he ends up feeling nothing; in fact, he has never even shed…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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