ONE major consideration why Joey de Leon agreed to appear opposite Toni Gonzaga in last year's Metro Manila Film Festival entry “My Teacher” was because his long-time friend Vic Sotto was not in the race. Aside from the two-year pandemic-wrought period, the previous year was literally a holiday for Bossing …
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FDCP’s homage to Dolphy and other pillars of PH comedy
The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) is gearing up to pay homage to some of the most revered Filipino comedians as part of the 3rd Philippine Film Industry Month (PFIM) celebrations this September. With the theme “Tuloy Pa Rin Ang Tawanan,” this event will shine a spotlight on …
Read More »‘Gran Turismo’ — A commercial disguised as an underdog story
“Gran Turismo” is different from other video game movies in that it's not really about the video game. There's no lore, special world or main character. Gran Turismo is a racing simulation game that's come a really long way since its debut in 1997. Today, players can customize elaborate rigs …
Read More »Sundance toast, ‘Past Lives,’ screens across PH
Moviegoers in the Philippines will finally have the chance to experience “Past Lives,” the international romance film that captured the hearts of audiences and critics worldwide.”Past Lives” is a heartrending modern romance that follows the story of two deeply connected childhood friends who drift apart. Two decades later, they are …
Read More »Psychological drama leads HBO’s September offerings
Cate Blanchett in ‘Tár’ Delve into a psychological dramas and get pumped with non-stop action with new titles available on HBO and HBO GO this month. “Tár” (premieres September 9). From producer-writer-director Todd Field comes Tár, starring Cate Blanchett as the iconic musician Tár. The movie examines the changing nature …
Read More »Can Alma Moreno truly de-stress with politics?
ALMA Moreno may look healthy on the outside but her multiple sclerosis or MS — which she was diagnosed with in 2001 — is taking a heavy toll on her. In the vlog interview by Ogie Diaz, the still-pretty sexagenarian actress didn't hide the fact that she was in pain …
Read More »Luna Awards Best Actress a dream come true for Heaven Peralejo
Heaven Peralejo may be a newbie in the entertainment industry but the former “Pinoy Big Brother” housemate is already getting recognition for her acting abilities. Since joining the reality show, she has starred in various guest and supporting roles in “Pamilya Ko” (2019) and “Starla” (2019). She landed her first …
Read More »A superstar as early as 5 a.m.
There are superstars and all-around superstars. And just a few days ago, The T-Zone determined — without a doubt — that premier Philippine actress Judy Ann Santos is of the latter and most dazzling kind. For, while other superstars are superstars within their specific realm — actors, athletes, and the …
Read More »‘The Missing Husband’ delivers suspenseful action drama
Beginning today, a unique story of action suspense drama is coming on GMA Afternoon Prime via “The Missing Husband.” The series is headlined by some of the country's brightest stars Yasmien Kurdi as Millie, Jak Roberto as Joed, Sophie Albert as Ria, Joross Gamboa as Brendan, and Rocco Nacino as …
Read More »Ruben Soriquez returns to first love
Actor and director Ruben Soriquez is reviving his music career which, according to him, is his first love. Let's Travel Together is his second single, this time in Tagalog. It will be released this August 30 on Spotify, iTunes, YouTube, Amazon and other platforms, together with its music video. “I …
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