The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) has been one of the most controversial film events in the Philippines every year. Here is my forecast of the films that may compete in the 2012 MMFF.
You may also check out the following as references:
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Friday, December 30, 2011
Jose Rizal: The First Hero (a documentary)
Maestro Film Foundation presents a new documentary entitled Jose Rizal: The First Hero directed by Paolo Abella and produced by Jourdan Sebastian, in cooperation with Fluidpost and Bigtop. The film is written by Christian Vallez, Jonathan Guillermo and Joem Torallba, while directors of photography are Arvin Viola and Odyssey Flores, production design by Nina Torres and wardrobe of Jose Rizal was created by John Ablaza.
Every December 30, the Philippines celebrates Rizal Day and it is considered a non-working holiday in Philippine calendars.
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Actor Tyron Perez found dead inside his car in Valenzuela
Filipino Actor Tyron Perez (born on September 14, 1985) was found dead in an abandoned car at Que Grande in Barangay Ugong in Valenzuela City on Thursday night, December 29, 2011. He was 26.
Perez’s body was found lifeless at the backseat of a black Toyota Altis parked along the service road of the North Luzon Expressway within the vicinity of Barangay Ugong. This was being reported by Senior Superintendent Wilben Mayor.
Police said Perez died of a gunshot wound on the right side of his head using a caliber .22 gun. There was a suspicion that Perez may have committed suicide. But this angle is still being investigated.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
37th Metro Manila Film Festival Winners (2011)
Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story won victorious at the 37th Metro Manila Film Festival (2011) winning a total of 11 awards during the awarding rites at the Newport Performing Arts Theater at Resorts World Manila located in Pasay City on December 28, 2011 (Wednesday).
The 37th Metro Manila Film Festival Awards Night will be telecast on ABS-CBN Channel 2 on January 1, 2012 (Sunday) at 10:45pm.
Complete List of Awards received by each film:
Monday, December 26, 2011
6th Spring Film Festival in Manila (Jan 20-29, 2012)
The Ateneo de Manila University Ricardo Leong Center for Chinese Studies and the Ateneo-Celadon present the 6th Spring Film Festival featuring the cultural heritage of Mandarin language movies on January 20-29, 2012 at the Shangri-La Cineplex at Shaw Boulevard in Mandaluyong City. This is in celebration of the Dragon Year of the Chinese calendar.
The festival will screen six (6) films: Ocean Heaven, Confucius, Bodyguards and Assassins, Lost on Journey, Country Wedding and King of Mi-lu Deer. Admission to all screenings are FREE but on a first-come first-served basis.
Please see complete synopses and screening schedules below.
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Write about an invention and win a Limited Edition BPI Globe Tattoo stick + other exciting prizes!
Win a Limited Edition BPI Globe Tattoo Mobile Broadband Stick and other exciting prizes by writing a blog post about "What do you like to be invented?" Some prizes are at stake too. Please see below.
This promo runs from December 25, 2011 to January 10, 2012. Contest is valid only to residents in the Philippines.
This promo runs from December 25, 2011 to January 10, 2012. Contest is valid only to residents in the Philippines.
Bank of the Philippines Islands (BPI) celebrates 160th anniversary with Globe Telecom launching the commemorative Tattoo broadband stick that allows customers access to BPI Express Online and other BPI wesbites even without the prepaid load.
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Tanghalang Pilipino's "Eyeball" features 4 plays (Jan 13-Feb 12, 2012)
Tanghalang Pilipino, the resident theater company of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), concludes its 25th Theater Season with EYEBALL: New Visions in Philippine Theater. This production features four (4) of the best plays from the Virgin Labfest, the annual festival of new works usually being held in late June to early July. Eyeball is showing on January 13 to February 12, 2012 at the CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (Little Theater).
The 4 plays deal with the theme, “Searching” and tackle man’s search for love, for lost family bonds, for noble ideals, for closure, and for missing loved ones.
EYEBALL will be shown as two sets of twin-bills:
Set-A
Set-A includes Carlo Pacolor Garcia’s hilarious Bakit Wala Nang Nagtatagpo sa Philcoa Oberpas, directed by Riki Benedicto, which tells the story of a man and a woman who decide to meet at the Philcoa Overpass after months of flirting online. The cast includes TP Actors Company members Jonathan Tadioan, Jelson Bay, Martha Comia, Marco Viaña and Gino Ramirez; and guest artists Pam Hundana and Carmina Capile.
In Doc Resureccion: Gagamutin ang Bayan, by Layeta Bucoy (Directed by Tuxqs Rutaqio), a well-meaning doctor runs for Mayor only to find out that the community he so wanted to help desires a different path for itself. This intriguing work features action-packed performances of Riki Benedicto, Jonathan Tadioan, Rayna Reyes and Miss Sherry Lara.
Showdates of SET-A:
January 13 - 8pm
January 14 - 3pm / 8pm
January 15 - 3pm
February 4 - 8pm
February 5 - 3pm
February 10 - 8pm
February 11 - 3pm
February 11 - 3pm
Set-B
Set-B is composed of plays directed by the exceptional director Chris Millado. In Reuel Molina Aguila’s Maliw, five years after the forced-disappearance of her eldest daughter, a mother confronts the question: How does one close a chapter still to be written? The play is set after her family celebrates her eldest daughter’s 30th birthday. This bittersweet play showcases brilliant acting by Sherry Lara, Spanky Manikan and TP Actors Company scholar Regina de Vera.
Isang Araw sa Karnabal is Nick Pichay’s funny but poignant play about two former activists, both with missing loved ones, meeting again after a long time and attempting to mend broken ties. Sheenly Gener leads the cast which includes Marco Viaña and Martha Comia.
Showdates of SET-B:
January 20 - 8pm
January 21 - 3pm/ 8pm
January 22 - 3pm
February 3 - 8pm
February 4 - 3pm
February 11 - 8pm
February 12 - 3pm
The Creative Team
Set Designs: Eric Cruz
Lighting Design: Katsch Catoy
Soundscape: TJ Ramos
Regular ticket price is Php600, P300 for students. Senior citizens also get discounts.
For ticket reservation, booking of special performances and other information, please call the TP office at (632) 832-3661, 0920-9535381 or +63.928.5518645. You may also contact the CCP Box Office at (632) 832-3704 and Ticketworld at (632) 891-9999 for ticket inquiries.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Mr. Brazil is Mister International 2011
Mister Brazil Cesar Curti was declared Mister International 2011 (6th edition). Curti bested all other 30 gorgeous candidates from around the world held at the Patravadi Theatre in Bangkok, Thailand on December 17, 2011.
Curti is a model, actor, singer, musician and composer. He stands 6'1" in height. Mister Philippines Fhrancis Lopez placed 16th in the competition.
New 1-peso coin commemorates Jose Rizal’s 150th birthday
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP/ Central Bank of the Philippines) releases 10 million pieces of the new one-peso coin this December 2011. The coin features the portrait of Dr. Jose Rizal to commemorate the hero’s 150th birthday on June 19 this year. For many decades now, Rizal is still the face that owns the 1-peso coin.
The BSP said its Monetary Board and the Office of the President approved
the issuance of the commemorative coin as legal tender which was designed by Emerson RG Abraham. The words “150 years,” “Republika ng Pilipinas,” and “1861-2011” are etched on the front side of the grayish,
nickel-plated coin. The
reverse side carries the new BSP seal, 1-piso, and 2011.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Top 10 Most Viewed Youtube Videos of 2011
Rewatch this year's most viewed Youtube videos of 2011. Fil-Am Youtube sensation Maria Aragon's cover of Lady Gaga's "Born This Way" landed on the 8th spot. And this is the only time I got to know about Karmin (a duo act from Boston, Massachusetts - Amy Heidemann & Nic Noonan) and their music blew me away! Their cover of "Look At Me Now" by Chris Brown featuring Lil Wayne & Busta Rhymes made it on the 6th spot. I'm now a new fan!
I suggest watch #6 first, #8 second, then watch the rest in random order. Watch all the 10 videos below. Enjoy!
Monday, December 19, 2011
The 12 Shoppers of Christmas: Which one are you?
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Which among the 12 Shoppers of Christmas are you? I'm among the 3 types:
1. The Shopping Dead.
2. The Look-Around-The-House Guy.
3. The Guy Who Doesn't Get Anyone Anything.
Note: Image courtesy of Florencio P. Jusay (Krisis Komiks).
Saturday, December 17, 2011
"Mamma Mia!" in Manila (Jan 24-Feb 12, 2012)
The story of Mamma Mia! unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of Sophie Sheridan’s wedding, she goes on a quest to discover the identity of her father and brings three men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels an enchanting tale of love, laughter, and friendship.
Friday, December 16, 2011
Petition needed for the Director's Cut of Tikoy Aguiluz's film, "Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story"
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Director Amable “Tikoy” Aguiluz was surprised to know that there were scenes added to his film without his consent and knowledge. His new film, Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story is an official entry to the 37th Metro Manila Film Festival (2011).
Aguiluz requested that his name be removed from all the advertising materials of the film such as posters, billboards and other online promotions. Since there were additional scenes, he doesn’t anymore consider it his work. Therefore he demands that he be allowed to make a Director’s Cut of the film to be shown during the film fest and which he can submit to international film festivals.
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| Direk Tikoy Aguiluz |
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Subic International Marathon 2012 (Jan 21-22, 2012)
eXtribe, Inc. holds one of the biggest running events in the Philippines, the 6th Subic International Marathon (SIM) slated on January 21-22, 2012. The project forged new partnerships with CORPS Movement Foundation and Dilaab Movement as the beneficiaries to support their development programs.
The race course is a break from the usual city runs, with its
internationally endorsed race course in the sprawling, lush green Remy
Field in SBMA, Subic Olongapo City.
“Running has easily become a favored activity because it’s easy and
accessible to anyone. But we would like to make a difference by making
running a direct approach to push transformation of individuals and the
community. With the discipline attached to running, members of the
community tend to live healthy and clean to meet the demands of their
running game,” said Retired General Sammy Tucay.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Philippine Madrigal Singers presents "inTENse" at the CCP (Dec. 17-18, 2011)
As a thanksgiving to their recent success on international soil this year and Mark Anthony Carpio's 10th year as choirmaster, the Philippine Madrigal Singers presents inTENse at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo of the Cultural Center of the Philippines on December 17, 2011 at 8:00 PM and December 18, 2011 at 5:00 PM.
Presented by the Cultural Center of the Philippines, the concert also aims to celebrate the season with renditions of timeless Christmas songs given interesting and unique twists.
For tickets, please call CCP Box Office: (632) 832-3704, TicketWorld: (632) 891-9999, or Chichi Abella (+63.915.6963983).
For tickets, please call CCP Box Office: (632) 832-3704, TicketWorld: (632) 891-9999, or Chichi Abella (+63.915.6963983).
Monday, December 12, 2011
Sunday, December 11, 2011
This blogger is guesting at Stanley Chi's "Suplado Show" on Dig Radio on December 12, 9-11pm
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This blogger (The Intersections & Beyond & Imagine Green) was invited to guest at the Suplado Show hosted by Stanley Chi on Dig Radio. This is happening on December 12, 2011 at 9:00 to 11:00 pm. Dig Radio is an internet radio station located at Makati City, Philippines. Hope you all can catch it!
To watch the Suplado Show with Stanley Chi, please follow the steps below:
1. Go to www.digradio.ph every Monday, 9 to 11 p.m.
2. Click on the “watch” button.
3. A new window will open. (Make sure your browser allows pop-up windows.)
4. In the new window, look for the Suplado Show on the left sidebar. Click “listen” right under it.
5. Live streaming will then start and you can watch the Suplado Show live.
6. You may send in requests, greetings, and violent reactions to +639174883396 or call (632) 2180897.
You may also chat with Stanley and other guests by clicking on the “chat” button right under the video streaming.
Source: Life & Fever.
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Celebrating RJ Rosales: A Eulogy Service in Singapore (Dec. 12, 2011)
A Eulogy Service called Celebrating RJ Rosales is organized by the friends and family of the Filipino-Australian actor-singer in Singapore on December 12, 2011 at 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. This will be held at Kallang Theatre, Reception Room at 1 Stadium Walk.
There will be an open mic for everyone who would like to: a.) Share stories or memories of RJ; b.) Read or share a poem; c.) Sing a song or two; or d.) If you are too shy to sing, dedicate a song of your choice.
In lieu of flowers, cash donations for the family will be collected. You can also bring along your favourite photo memory of RJ, if you have any.
There will be an open mic for everyone who would like to: a.) Share stories or memories of RJ; b.) Read or share a poem; c.) Sing a song or two; or d.) If you are too shy to sing, dedicate a song of your choice.
In lieu of flowers, cash donations for the family will be collected. You can also bring along your favourite photo memory of RJ, if you have any.
Friday, December 9, 2011
2hog: tula-dula-musika-pelikula on Dec. 14 at PETA
Everyone is invited to attend 2hog: tula-dula-musika-pelikula on December 14, 2011 (6:00PM) at the PETA Theater Center. Featured are the moving poems (cinépoetry) of Carlos Palanca Awardee, Renato L. Santos: Rap(SA), Awit, Dorm Blues, Harana, Tula, Alimuom Sa Katapusan ng Marso, Ewan Lang Atbpang Kuwan and Pssst...Pssst... This project is in collaboration with the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA).
The videos were directed by PETA Artistic Director, Maribel Legarda. Admission is FREE. There's free cocktails too!
The videos were directed by PETA Artistic Director, Maribel Legarda. Admission is FREE. There's free cocktails too!
Thursday, December 8, 2011
RJ Rosales dies in Australia; My Tribute for RJ Rosales
News shocked the theater and entertainment circles in the Philippines, Singapore and Australia. RJ Rosales, Filipino-Australian singer, actor and thespian dies in Sydney, Australia on December 5, 2011. He was 37.
Roseo Jose “RJ” Rosales (March 24, 1974 – December 5, 2011) finished a BS degree in Mathematics from the University of Western Sydney and worked as a banker in Australia. RJ had his first break in show business when he joined the cast of the Australian production of Miss Saigon in 1996 as part of the ensemble.
Roseo Jose “RJ” Rosales (March 24, 1974 – December 5, 2011) finished a BS degree in Mathematics from the University of Western Sydney and worked as a banker in Australia. RJ had his first break in show business when he joined the cast of the Australian production of Miss Saigon in 1996 as part of the ensemble.
80++ bands will rock the MRT stations on December 11, 2011
Bands will rock the eight (8) MRT stations in Metro Manila with “Rock The Riles” on December 11, 2011 (Sunday) from 2:00 to 7:00 pm. On its 7th year, 80++ bands will be performing in celebration of the International Human Rights Day. This event is being presented by Rock Ed Philippines.
Choose a
station, watch a gig, take a stand, and rock and roll.
Here is a list of bands performing at each participating MRT station:
TAFT AVENUE STATION — Rocking vs Hunger
Tanya Markova, Giniling Festival, Stonefree, Soapdish, Above Zero, Wika, Heavy Heavies, Hatankaru, AJKA, Soundvent, Eevee, Letter Day Story, Kaligta, Kilos, Circa, Not So Fast, Philia, Ginoong Vitalis, Dhruva tara, Game Theory, Nyctinasty and Ciudad Tribu
Tanya Markova, Giniling Festival, Stonefree, Soapdish, Above Zero, Wika, Heavy Heavies, Hatankaru, AJKA, Soundvent, Eevee, Letter Day Story, Kaligta, Kilos, Circa, Not So Fast, Philia, Ginoong Vitalis, Dhruva tara, Game Theory, Nyctinasty and Ciudad Tribu
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Ballet Philippines presents "The Sleeping Beauty" (Dec. 8-11, 2011)
Ballet Philippines presents The Sleeping Beauty at the CCP Main Theater showing on December 8 (Thursday) at 10 AM and 3 PM, December 9 (Friday) at 3 PM and 8 PM and December 11 (Sunday) at 3 PM. The performances on December 10 (Saturday-3PM and 8PM) are sponsored by Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Employees Association and Knowledge Channel, respectively.
The Manila Symphony Orchestra will play Tchaikovsky's music live for one last time on December 9 at 8 PM, with Katherine Trofeo as Princess Aurora and Jean Marc Cordero as Prince Desire.
The Manila Symphony Orchestra will play Tchaikovsky's music live for one last time on December 9 at 8 PM, with Katherine Trofeo as Princess Aurora and Jean Marc Cordero as Prince Desire.
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
TV5 Christmas Station ID for 2011
TV5 has launched its new Christmas station ID for 2011 entitled “Krismas Mas Mas Masaya” during the network's Christmas Party for the press on December 5, 2011 (Monday). The Christmas Station ID of TV5 features the following stars: Sharon Cuneta (who sang the jingle), Nora Aunor, Lorna Tolentino, Dolphy, Aga Muhlach, Edu Manzano, Vic Sotto, Gelli de Belen, JC de Vera, Nadine Samonte, Oyo Sotto, Wendell Ramos, Jay Manalo, Zoren Legaspi, Tonton Gutierrez, Alex Gonzaga, Mr. Fu, Kean Cipriano, Dina Bonnevie, Arci Muñoz, Danica Paner, Phil and James Younghusband, Lucy Torrez-Gomez, Shalani Soledad, Alice Dixson, Richard Gomez, Ruffa Gutierrez, Ryan Agoncillo, Joey de Leon, and Willie Revillame.
From the news and public affairs, featured also are: The Tulfo Brothers, Cheryl Cosim, Atty. Persida Acosta, Cristine Babao, Amy Perez, Paolo Bediones and Luchi Cruz-Valdez.
TV5 Christmas Station ID for 2011
Monday, December 5, 2011
46th Mutya ng Pilipinas Winners (2011)
Vicki Marie Milagrosa Rushton from Bacolod was crowned Mutya ng Pilipinas International 2011 in the coronation night held on December 2, 2011 (Friday) in San Juan Arena, San Juan City. Felicia Baron of South West USA clinched the Mutya ng Pilipinas Tourism 2011 title, while Bea Rose Santiago of Canada was named Mutya ng Pilipinas Overseas Communities.
Mutya ng Pilipinas Chairman Joseph T. Tan said that this year’s theme “Beauty Tourism Adventure” is the pageant’s contribution to the promotion of tourism, trade and cultural enrichment.
Tango Fire Company of Buenos Aires presents "Tango Fire: Flames of Desire" (Jan. 17-18, 2012)
The world-renowned Tango Fire Company of Buenos Aires will be performing at the Newport Performing Arts Theater at Resorts World Manila on January 17-18, 2012 at 8PM. Dubbed as Tango Fire: Flames of Desire, the performance will surely excite Manila’s dance lovers, especially those craving to see an authentic Argentine Tango performance headlined by super hot-blooded Argentinean dancers.
Direct from Buenos Aires, the sensational Tango Fire Company of Buenos Aires presents their new show Tango Fire: Flames of Desire featuring ten torrid dancers, one of Argentina's finest young singers, and a quartet of brilliant musicians.
Direct from Buenos Aires, the sensational Tango Fire Company of Buenos Aires presents their new show Tango Fire: Flames of Desire featuring ten torrid dancers, one of Argentina's finest young singers, and a quartet of brilliant musicians.
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Miss Ecuador is Miss Earth 2011
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| Courtesy of Miss Earth TV website |
Miss Ecuador Olga Alava was crowned Miss Earth 2011 on December 3, 2011 at the University of the Philippines Theater in Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines.
Drielly Bennettone of Brazil won Miss Air (1st runner-up), Athena Imperial of the Philippines clinched Miss Water (2nd runner-up) while Caroline Medina of Venezuela was named Miss Fire (3rd runner-up).
The coronation night was telecast on ABS-CBN Channel 2 on December 4, 2011 at 10:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Explore the world of candies at Wonka Imaginarium at Shangri-La Mall (Dec. 1-4, 2011)
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Wonka and Candy Corner collaborate and put together an enchanted factory that harvests dreams and turns them into candies - the Wonka Imaginarium. Kids and everyone who are candy-lovers are invited to visit the exhibit from December 1-4, 2011 at the Grand Atrium (2nd Level) of Shangr-La Mall in Mandaluyong City.
The Wonka Imaginarium allows everyone to bring their candy fantasies to life. Here, you’ll be able to walk into a magical forest with giant bugs and talking trees; enter a tunnel of lost wishes and forgotten dreams; fly and fall from the sky; and learn magic straight from a witch—all to find the rainbow: the dream that makes the happiest of all candies.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
"Private Iris" special edition comic book to launch at Fully Booked, The Fort (Dec. 4, 2011)
Everyone’s favorite mystery-solving sleuth is back, this time to embark on a whole new and even more exciting adventure with the first-ever Private Iris Special Edition entitled “The Search for the Circus Freaks.” This Special Edition gives kids a more remarkable and action-packed experience with a free flashing LED Light Stick featured in the story, awesome 3D pages that can viewed with the free 3D glasses, Private Iris Cube Art and other surprises.
THE BOOKLAUNCH
Even better, kids and kids-at-heart can join Iris and Danton in a unique sleuthing adventure at the launch of the Private Iris Special Edition on December 4, Sunday, 3:00 PM at Fully Booked, The Fort. Exciting activities await the kids with puzzle boards and roulette stations with lots of prizes, Build a Danton Cord cube craft; comic book reading by Private Iris creator Jamie Bautista; and the unveiling of the Private Iris Wrist guard 2.0, among others.
Toms Give Fair at Trinoma Mall (Dec. 4, 2011)
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Let's all get together for the TOMS GIVE FAIR on December 4, 2011 (Sunday) at
10am-4pm at the Trinoma Park, 4th Level, Trinoma Mall in Quezon City. Do some Holiday
shopping at the first-ever TOMS Pop-Store in the country and, treat
yourself to all the wonderful activities TOMS has lined up for you to
enjoy a fun-filled day for the whole family and barkada.
It's their way of saying thank
you and getting everyone into the Holiday Giving Spirit.
Give Joy, Give
TOMS.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
UP Cinema presents Piling Obrang Vidyo (POV) on Dec. 9, 2011
UP
Cinema, a duly recognized college and university-based film
organization in the University of the Philippines (Diliman, Quezon City), will be having its 8th Piling Obrang Vidyo (POV) on December 9, 2011 to be held at UP Cine Adarna in Diliman, Quezon City.
POV has proven to be a
worthy grassroots for our country’s budding filmmakers. The event is an
annual inter-collegiate short film competition (shot on video) where
students from various universities and colleges around the Philippines
will compete and showcase their fresh and revolutionary artistry with
their best short films.
Philippine PEN Congress on the Literature of Survival at CCP (Dec. 1-2, 2011)
Philippine Center of International PEN (Poets, Playwrights, Essayists,
Novelists), in cooperation with the National Commission for Culture and
the Arts, presents "Archipelagic Feasts, Tropical Disasters: 2011 Philippine PEN Congress on the Literature of Survival" on December 1-2, 2011 (Thursday-Friday) at 8:30am-5:00pm at the Silangan Hall of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP).
Overall Convenors: Bienvenido Lumbera, Lito B. Zulueta
Convenors: Ronald Baytan, Jose Victor Torres, Karina Bolasco, Hermie Beltran, Susie Tan, Marjorie Evasco, Shirley Lua, Jose Wendell Capili, Jun Cruz Reyes
Keynote Speaker: Mr. Rony Diaz
Introduction: Susan Lara
Jose Rizal Lecturer: Dr. Ambeth Ocampo
Introduction: Charlson Ong
Panelists/Speakers: Elmer Ordonez, Gilda Cordero Fernando, John Iremil Teodoro, Antonio Enriquez, Nicolas Pichay, Marne Kilates, Dinah Roma-Sianturi, Marra Lanot, Joel Toledo, Malou Jacob, Rosario Cruz Lucero, Victor Penaranda, Luna Sicat-Cleto, Juliet Mallari, Abdon Balde, Glenn Mas, Susan Evangelista, Frank Penones, Ramon Sunico, Charlie Veric, Rolando Tolentino, Gary Devilles, Carla Pacis, Merlie Alunan, Ricardo Soler, Yvette Tan, Alma Anonas-Carpio.
Overall Convenors: Bienvenido Lumbera, Lito B. Zulueta
Convenors: Ronald Baytan, Jose Victor Torres, Karina Bolasco, Hermie Beltran, Susie Tan, Marjorie Evasco, Shirley Lua, Jose Wendell Capili, Jun Cruz Reyes
Keynote Speaker: Mr. Rony Diaz
Introduction: Susan Lara
Jose Rizal Lecturer: Dr. Ambeth Ocampo
Introduction: Charlson Ong
Panelists/Speakers: Elmer Ordonez, Gilda Cordero Fernando, John Iremil Teodoro, Antonio Enriquez, Nicolas Pichay, Marne Kilates, Dinah Roma-Sianturi, Marra Lanot, Joel Toledo, Malou Jacob, Rosario Cruz Lucero, Victor Penaranda, Luna Sicat-Cleto, Juliet Mallari, Abdon Balde, Glenn Mas, Susan Evangelista, Frank Penones, Ramon Sunico, Charlie Veric, Rolando Tolentino, Gary Devilles, Carla Pacis, Merlie Alunan, Ricardo Soler, Yvette Tan, Alma Anonas-Carpio.
Event is open to the public. Admission is FREE.
For more information:
Email: philippinepen@yahoo.com
PEN website: www.philippinepen.ph
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/philippine.pen
Monday, November 28, 2011
25th PMPC Star Awards for Television Winners (2011)
The Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) has recognized this year’s 25th Star Awards for Television winners in an awarding ceremony held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World, in Pasay City on November 22, 2011 (Tuesday). Hosted by Piolo Pascual and Shamcey Supsup, the program aired on November 27, 2011 (Sunday) on ABS-CBN.
All photos that appear here were taken by fashion photographer Enrico DC.
Here’s the complete list of winners per TV network:
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Filmmakers in Focus Forum presents "Indie Stream" (Nov. 24-25, 2011)
Filmmakers in Focus Forum (FFF) presents "Indie Stream: A Fusion of Independent and Mainstream Films" on November 24-25, 2011 at the 12th floor of School of Design & Arts (SDA) Cinema of De LaSalle-College of St. Benilde in Manila.
FFF is a student-formed project of FLMART2 (Film Art) classes, a culminating film theory
class under the guidance of the Digital Filmmaking Program Chairperson
Prof. Jag Garcia, together with the faculty handling FLMART2 classes.
This provides students the chance to witness an in-depth discussion on
the current issues and trends of Philippine Cinema specifically the filmmakers and their works. For this year’s theme, indiestream/ a fusion of independent and mainstream cinema, it basically highlights the cross-over of recent Philippine filmmakers from independent to mainstream and the reverse of it.
Bloggers meet "My Househusband" director, Joey Javier Reyes
OctoArts Films presents My Househusband as an official entry to the 37th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2011 starring Ryan Agoncillo (Rod) and Judy Ann “Juday” Santos (Mia), directed by Jose Javier Reyes. It is a story about the life of husband and wife who exchange roles - Rod stays at home while Mia works.
Saturday, November 19, 2011
13th Cinemanila International Film Festival Winners
The 13th Cinemanila International Film Festival held its awards night at Bonifacio High Street in Taguig City on November 17, 2011. This event was hosted by Ketchup Eusebio and Maxene Magalona.
Note: Photos will follow soon.
Here are the winners in each category:
MAIN/ INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION
BEST ACTRESS
Yun Jeong-Hie, Poetry by Lee Chang-Dong (South Korea)
BEST ACTOR
BEST ACTOR
George Pistereanu, If I Want To Whistle, I Whistle by Florin Serban (Romania)
BEST DIRECTOR
BEST DIRECTOR
Nuri Bilge Ceylan, Once Upon a Time in Anatolia (Turkey)
GRAND JURY PRIZE
GRAND JURY PRIZE
Century of Birthing (Siglo ng Pagluluwal) by Lav Diaz (Philippines)
LINO BROCKA GRAND PRIZE
LINO BROCKA GRAND PRIZE
Gangor by Italo Spinelli (Italy)
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
23rd Gawad CCP para sa Alternatibong Pelikula at Video (Nov 22-25, 2011)
The 23rd Gawad CCP para sa Alternatibong Pelikula at Video (23rd CCP Independent Film & Video Competition & Festival) will be held on November 22-25, 2011 at Tanghalang Manuel Conde (Dream Theatre), Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) in Manila. This is Asia's longest-running indie film festival. Admission is FREE.
Schedule of Screenings:
November 22 (Tues)
SHORT FEATURE Programme 1 (2 hrs 02 mins)
22 Nov/Tue (10:00AM)
123 by Carlo G. Obispo364 by Rolson Chester G. Ilao
3four by Anne Christabel de Leon
AbE by Charles Aaron Salazar
Agaw by Ronnie Sapinoso
Alibi by Perry Escaño
Apuhap by Geza Jayson, Paulle Olivenza
Awit ni Maria by Nica Santiago
Baby by Carl Joseph E. Papa
Cinema One Originals 2011 Film Festival Winners
Cinema One Originals 2011 reveals the winners and the nominees in an awards night held at the RCBC Theater in Makati City on November 13, 2011 (Sunday). There were 10 films that participated in this year's film festival. The films were shown at Cineplex of Shari-La Mall on November 9-15, 2011. Below are list of awards and nominations received by each film.
Summary of Awards:
Six Degrees of Separation from Lilia Cuntapay
- 6 awards
Ka Oryang
- 4 awards
My Paranormal Romance - 3 awards
Sa Ilalim ng Tulay - 3 awards
Anatomiya ng Korupsyon - 2 awards
Mga Anino Sa Tanghaling Tapat - 1 award
Sa Kanto ng Ulap at Lupa - 1 award
Di Ingon Nato - no award
Cartas de la Soledad - no award
Big Boy - no award
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Kritika 2012 Writing Fellowship: Call for Application
Image courtesy of: Rob on Writing
Taken from DLSU Manila's Tumblr:
The Bienvenido N. Santos Creative Writing Center of De La Salle
University is inviting young critics to apply for fellowship to KRITIKA
2012 National Workshop on Art and Cultural Criticism. In cooperation
with the University of St. La Salle-Bacolod, this workshop will be held
on April 22-28, 2012. Eminent critic and professor Dr. Rolando Tolentino
is workshop director.
The workshop
will focus on critical writing in the following arts: literature,
theatre, film, dance, music, architecture, and the visual arts. It is
envisioned to give young writers who want to commit themselves to art
criticism a forum where they could discuss their work and concerns with
established art critics in the country.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Serbian pianist Dorian Leljak's solo concert at Philamlife Auditorium (Nov 14, 2011)
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| Photo courtesy of: OSCAnet |
The Piano Teachers Guild of the Philippines (PTGP) and the UST Conservatory of Music will present distinguised Serbian pianist Dorian Leljak in a solo concert on November 14, 2011 at 7:30 PM at the Philamlife Auditorium.
A multi-awarded pianist who enjoys a successful career worldwide as soloist, chamber musician, teacher, and jurist in prestigious international competitions, Leljak has won several international piano competitions including the Rachmaninov Competition - Belgrade, Novi Sad Piano Competition, as well as the University of Nova Sad Merit Award, Yale University Mary Clapp Howell, Irving Gilmore and Parisot Prizes. He is a member of the jury at manyy international piano competitions including the cleveland International Piano Competition (USA), Rome International Piano Competition (Italy), Enschede International Piano Competition for Young musicians (The Netherlands), International Piano Competition in Namur/Waterloo (Belgium), Chopin Mazovia Piano Competition (Poland), Top of the World Piao Competition Troms (Norway) and EWON Cheonan Competition (Korea).
Thursday, November 10, 2011
The new Lenovo Mobile Phones
Lenovo Mobile Communications Technology Ltd., China’s leading mobile phone manufacturer, is offering Lenovo mobile phones through Open Communications Inc. and it has more than 2,000 retail outlets nationwide. Lenovo proves that mobile phones need not be expensive to be trendy or hi-tech.
The branded phones, which range from the classic bar to the popular QWERTY and Android, only sell for P10,000 and below. Amazing, isn't it? You can have the features of the phone that you like while making it also affordable and still be in style. This is the answer to other brands whose prices continue to become so expensive.
The branded phones, which range from the classic bar to the popular QWERTY and Android, only sell for P10,000 and below. Amazing, isn't it? You can have the features of the phone that you like while making it also affordable and still be in style. This is the answer to other brands whose prices continue to become so expensive.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Tanghalang Pilipino restages "Pinocchio, Gusto Mo Bang Maging Tao?" (Nov 18-20, 2011)
Monday, November 7, 2011
Race for Life 2011 at The Fort (Nov. 12, 2011)
The Real Life Foundation will be having the Race for LIFE 2011 to be held on November 12, 2011 (Saturday) at the Fort. The foundation is just one of the many projects of Victory Christian Fellowship (Every Nation church). There will be a 3K, 5K, & 10K races as well as an "Amazing Race" Big & Small team category wherein one adult and one child (5-10 years old) will run, skip, hop & much more to the finish line!
Proceeds of this project go to the Real Life Foundation that supports scholars. Volunteers mentor them in Leadership, Integrity, Faith and Excellence (L.I.F.E.).
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