June 30, 2017
Tony Stark Mentora Peter Parker in "Spider-Man: Homecoming"
June 29, 2017
Resorts World Manila (RWM) Resumes Gaming Operations on June 29
The decision came after RWM presented to PAGCOR its Casino Security Protective Action Plans. RWM passed the PAGCOR inspection that recognized how the enhancements and new emergency, safety and security protocols have been fortified since the June 2, 2017 incident where the lone gunman Jessie Carlos barged into the hotel-casino and set gaming tables ablaze, triggering fires that suffocated guests and employees.
“With PAGCOR’s assistance and guidance, we can now start the difficult task of rebuilding as it is also our responsibility to take care of our 6,000 staff and personnel,” said Kingson Sian, RWM president and CEO.
“We are bringing back the gaming operations on the ground and third floors of our integrated resort. The second floor will no longer be used for casino operations and will be utilized for other non-gaming purposes instead,” Sian added.
June 28, 2017
"Barcelona: A Love Untold" To Be Shown in Korea as Part of Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival
This year's BIFAN will be held from July 13 to 23. Other Filipino films included in the Best of Asia program is other Star Cinema offerings "The Super Parental Guardians" and "The Unmarried Wife."
Cathy Garcia-Molina Resigns from "La Luna Sangre"
Direk Cathy will be replaced by Richard Arellano and GB Sampedro.
Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran, and Justin Bieber Headline #SmartMusicLive 3Q Concert Lineup
Britney Spears was just the tip of the iceberg that is Smart Music Live's rest-of-year concert lineup. Prior to the pop superstar's June 15 takeover of the Manila concert scene, Smart Music Live also strung together a series of live acts featuring Fifth Harmony, Shawn Mendes, David Guetta and a U2 Fly-Off affair promo.
Smart subscribers were not only given free premium tickets during the first half of 2017 but were treated to meet-and-greets and press events like in the case of Shawn Mendes' pre-show perks. In the case of Britney fans, winning subscribers were able to board the Smart Music Live Party Bus where the "toured a la Britney" before experiencing Piece of Me at the Mall of Asia Arena.
But things are just heating up for luck Smart music fans as they are in for an immersive concert experience like never before… one big music name after another.
Justin Bieber headlines the all-star forthcoming concert series experience like never before alongside Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran, Liam Gallagher of Oasis, and In the Mix's 5SoS, Dnce, Two-Door Cinema Club, Dua Lipa, Daya and Zara Larsson.
Ariana Grande is the artist of the moment. She has exhibited how exactly it is to rise from tragedy and use her influence to bounce back from the horrific Manchester bombings during her Dangerous Woman tour in United Kingdom.
But she's back and she's bringing all the light and love with her when the One Last Time hit-maker performs at the Mall of Asia Arena her Dangerous Woman tour on August 21. New York Times called Ariana's Dangerous Woman "a show of confidence, prowess and aplomb" which describing the performer as "a former child star who got national exposure on Nickelodeon, [she] flaunts professionalism, not skin or profanities."
Prior to Ariana's grand party, Liam Gallagher of Oasis will stage his own concert at the Arena on Auggust 14 before In the Mix gathers the following in one concert event on August 17: 5SoS, Dnce, Two-Door Cinema Club, Dua Lipa, Daya and Zara Larsson.
Kathryn Bernardo to Marry Daniel Padilla in 10 Years Time
Whilst guesting on "Tonight with Boy Abunda" on Tuesday, Bernardo was thrown the question: "Halimbawa, 10 years from now, DJ goes to you and says, 'Will you marry me?' Is that a yes or a no?"
Without hesitation, Bernardo exclaimed: "Yes."
The pair, who have topbilled several hit shows and movies together, have been open about their feelings for each other, saying that they are "exclusively dating."
Asked if she is the "territorial" type who easily gets jealous when another woman gets close with Padilla, she said: "Alam naman ni DJ kung hanggang saan lang dapat. ...Iyong trust na lang iyon. Alam naman ni DJ kung saan siya lulugar. Confident ako sa kanya." - Source: ABS-CBN
June 27, 2017
40th Gawad Urian 2017 Nominees - Charo Santos, Ai Ai de las Alas, Khalil Ramos, Paolo Ballesteros and John Lloyd Cruz
The Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino has announced the nominees for the country’s much-awaited film award recognition, the 40th Gawad Urian, happening on July 20 at ABS-CBN’s Studio 10 and will be airing live on Cinema One.
Leading this year’s list is the film “Women of the Weeping River” produced by Southern Lantern Studios, Haut Lesmains and TBA, with 12 nominations including best picture and best direction for Sheron Dayoc. “Paglipay,” produced by Milagros Ong How, follows with 11 nominations. “Ma’ Rosa,” from Centerstage Productions and Solar Pictures, “Pamilya Ordinaryo” produced by Found Films, Quantum Films and Cinemalaya Foundation, and “Ang Babaeng Humayo,” produced by Cinema One Originals and Sine Olivia Pilipinas, all have 9 nominations.
This year’s Natatanging Gawad Urian award will go to the Star for all Seasons - Vilma Santos - who won the most number of acting awards, a total of 8 best actress nods, from the esteemed body in the past years.
Aside from “Women of the Weeping River,” the nominees for Best Film include “Ang Babaeng Humayo,” “Paglipay,” “Ma’ Rosa,”, “Pamilya Ordinaryo,” and “Baboy Halas” from Origane Films, Timewrap, Oya Film Productions, Alchemy of Vision, Lights Productions and Three Six-Zero Industries.
The nominees for Best Actress are Charo Santos (Ang Babaeng Humayo), Laila Ulao (Women of the Weeping River), Jaclyn Jose (Ma’ Rosa), Cherry Pie Picache (Pauwi Na), Ai Ai de las Alas (Area), Elizabeth Oropesa (MRS), Irma Adlawan (ORO), Hasmine Kilip (Pamilya Ordinaryo), Angeli Bayani (Ned’s Project), and Nora Aunor (Hinulid).
Khalil Ramos (2 Cool 2 Be 4gotten), Tommy Abuel (Dagsin), Bembol Roco (Pauwi Na), Garry Cabalic (Paglipay), Paolo Ballesteros (Die Beautiful), Ronwaldo Martin (Pamilya Ordinaryo), and Pepe Smith (Singing in Graveyards) are the Best Actor nominees.
Aside from Dayoc, nominated for Best Direction are Lav Diaz (Ang Babaeng Humayo), Brillante Mendoza (Ma’ Rosa), Eduardo Roy, Jr. (Pamilya Ordinaryo), Zig Madamba Dulay (Paglipay), Bagane Fiola (Baboy Halas), Paolo Villaluna (Pauwi Na), Avid Liongoren (Saving Sally), and Lemuel Lorca (Ned’s Project).
For Best Supporting Actor, the nominees include John Lloyd Cruz (Ang Babaeng Humayo), Nonie Buencamino (Ang Babaeng Humayo), Taha Daranda (Women of the Weeping River), Christian Bables (Die Beautiful), Jess Mendoza (Hinulid), and Julio Diaz (Ma’ Rosa).
Nominated for Best Supporting Actress are Rhed Bustamante (Seklusyon), Barbie Forteza (Tuos), Sharifa Pearlsia Ali-Dans (Women of the Weeping River), Anna Luna (Paglipay), Joan Dela Cruz (Pagligay), Lui Manansala (Ned’s Project), Lotlot de Leon (MRS), Janine Gutierrez (Dagsin), Ma. Zimadar Caranay-Raper (Women of the Weeping River) and Meryll Soriano (Pauwi Na).
Other categories in this annual film recognition include Best Screenplay, Best Production Design, Best Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Music, Best Sound, Best Short Film and Best Documentary.
This year marks Gawad Urian’s 40th year in the industry. Since its first ever awarding ceremony held in 1977, it has become one of the most prestigious and most respected film awards in the country.
The nominees and winners are chosen by the Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino composed of reputable pillars in Philippine cinema led by its President Rolando Tolentino together with members Grace Javier Alfonso, Butch Francisco, Mario Hernando, Bienvenido Lumbera, Miguel Rapatan, Benilda Santos, Dr. Nicanor Tiongson, Tito Genova Valiente and Lito Zulueta.
Catch the 40th Gawad Urian on Cinema One (SkyCable ch. 56, Destiny Cable Digital Channel 56, and Destiny Analog Ch. 37) on July 20 at 9PM.
To see full list of nominees, visit www.cinemaone.ph or the official website of the Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino (www.manunuri.com). For other updates, like Cinema One’s official Facebook page (www.facebook.com/Cinema1channel).
ABS-CBN News Journos Share the Stories from Marawi on ANC's "Mukha"
ABS-CBN news reporters Chiara Zambrano and Jeff Canoy will tell the story of the people of Marawi, who are caught in the middle of an armed conflict in a special episode of the award-winning documentary series “MUKHA” tomorrow (June 28), 6:30pm on ANC, the ABS-CBN News Channel.
Deployed in Marawi to cover the on-going war, Chiara and Jeff were able to talk to the city’s residents, who have lost a sense of safety and security in their very own homes; as well as the uniformed men, who are bravely risking their lives to defend the land.
These are the stories of hope of our fellow Filipinos, amid the uncertainty of survival, after more than a month since the attack of the Maute terror group.
“Mukha” is a world-class TV production of DocuCentral, the documentary arm of ABS-CBN. It won a Silver Dolphin at the 7th Cannes Corporate Media and TV Awards in 2016 and was a finalist in this year’s New York Festivals.
Catch this special episode of “Mukha” on Marawi entitled “Di Ka Pasisiil (Never Will be Conquered)” with narration by Chiara Zambrano and Jeff Canoy tomorrow, Wednesday (June 28), 6:30 p.m. on ANC. It can also be viewed online via iwantv.com.ph and skyondemand.com.ph. For updates on the program, follow @MukhaTV on Twitter and Facebook.
June 26, 2017
Experts Talk How the Most Terrifying Pinoy Exorcism Movie "Ang Pagsanib Kay Leah Dela Cruz" is Made
But unlike any other exorcism-terror movie, "Ang Pagsanib Kay Leah Dela Cruz" banks on the versatility of its cast, a well-written script, an effective cinematography and sound scoring making it the much-anticipated movie of this time.
Watch this exclusive interview with "Ang Pagsanib Kay Leah Dela Cruz" cast composed of Sarah Lahbati, Shy Carlos and Julian Trono, director Katsi Flores, and producer Erik Matti.
Spider-Man Comes Home to Marvel Cinematic Universe in Fun-Filled Action-Adventure
Experience the Best Filipino Home Cooking Straight FROM HELEN'S KITCHEN on July 1 at COLOURS on Cignaltv
In this special TV series airing on COLOURS on CignalTV starting July 1, Saturday 8pm, viewers will now get a chance to see Tita Helen Gamboa-Sotto create dishes that will go beyond the average comfort food. She will share recipes passed on from generations of her family, plus those that she herself has concocted that have been tried and tested by her loved ones.
For a lot of people, cooking is not just a chore but a commitment to create meals with love and passion. One such person is Tita Helen. Known by her friends as the ultimate Queen of the Kitchen, every recipe she dishes out for her family and friends is thought of and cared for. This is how she shows her love.
And this caring for food, family and friends is what viewers will get to see as we take a peek and get a special taste of life…FROM HELEN’S KITCHEN.
Q&A with Helen Gamboa-Sotto:
Directed by Bibeth Orteza, Written by Paolo Bustamante, Executive Produced by Jen Mauricio for The IdeaFirst Company, FROM HELEN'S KITCHEN premiers July 1, Saturday 8pm on COLOURS on CignalTV.