In celebration of the Philippines-Japan Friendship Month, the Japanese Foundation, Manila, in cooperation with the Embassy of Japan, Shangrila-La Plaza Mall, University of the Philippines Film Institute, Film Development Council of the Philippines, ClickTheCity.com, and NET 25 TV, hosts the much-awaited screenings of critically acclaimed Japanese films at the annual Eiga Sai — The Japanese Film Festival. This year, the festival kicks off at the Shang Cineplex Cinema 4 from July 5 to 15, 2012. The festival will also have runs
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SM holds the Philippines’ 1st CINEXPO
The 1st CINEXPO held last Feb. 17 to 18, 2009 at the SMX Convention Center brought together movie industry companies, media partners, ad agencies, film professionals, and student organizations for the first ever cinema convention in the Philippines. The event opened the door to the discussion of the latest cinema trends and issues, networking and partnerships, and exhibition of films, various media products, and services. The CINEXPO featured the latest technological advances and the changingcurrents in cinema where film producers, production
Cine Europa 16 promotes stronger European-Filipino ties
Now on its 16th edition, the annual Cine Europa Film Festival, once again, opens its doors to free public screenings of compelling European film titles for Filipinos. This year, the festival partners with the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) and the Independent Filmmakers' Cooperative (IFC) to create a more expansive cinema program for its ever-increasing audience. This two-month celebration of film and culture happens from September to October 2013 across the Philippines. It features 21 European films from 18
Indie films make their mark at Cinemalaya Cinco
Now on its fifth year and billed as “Cinemalaya Cinco,” the 2009 Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival was aptly tagged as the “big, small film festival” – conveying its valuable impact as a major event in the local independent film industry. It featured around 170 indie films on its festival season at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) from July 17 to 26, 2009. Cinemalaya just wrapped up at CCP, but it’s not really the end. It goes to the University
Cinemanila celebrates its 11th year
The annual Cinemanila International Film Festival celebrated its 11th year last Oct. 15 to 25, 2009 at the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. 10 days of films, master classes, seminars, parties, and even reunions for many filmmakers, artists, and cinephiles -- it has considerably become a part of their daily routine throughout the duration of the festival. “Moving Forward with Moving Images.” Young as it is and still facing a number of challenges and tough times, Cinemanila is best known for the good
Jennifer Lawrence sports a towering updo for ‘American Hustle’
Jennifer Lawrence is best remembered for her brunette looks for two of her most memorable films to date, "The Hunger Games" and "Silver Linings Playbook." But going back to a blonde hairdo on screen has never been this glamorous until her new project "American Hustle" started filming. This time, she sports a towering and voluptuous hairstyle that easily catches attention. She wears a big blonde bouffant, '70s-style. The Big Blonde Bouffant For "American Hustle," the Oscar-winning actress showcased her long golden
Javier Bardem turns spiky in the Ridley Scott thriller ‘The Counselor’
In the upcoming Ridley Scott film "The Counselor," said to be an Oscar bait for 2014, Javier Bardem comes out for his next big role. This motion-picture thriller features him with a spiky black hair that renders him almost unrecognizable at first sight. The production showcases an all-star cast led by Michael Fassbender playing the titular part. Bardem is joined by a "dream team" of A-list cast in supporting roles including Brad Pitt, Cameron Diaz, and his real-life spouse Penelope Cruz.
Disney’s ‘Alice in Wonderland’ releases a 3-Disc Blu-ray, DisneyFile, and DVD package
While it is not on the level of the finest Burton films, this audio-visual splendor can work as a fine addition to a fan's home video collection. Disney released the "Alice in Wonderland" 3-Disc Blu-ray with DisneyFile and DVD on June 1, 2010. The DisneyFile is a standard definition (SD) digital version of the movie arriving on a separate disc for easy transfer of the digital movie file to the computer or any compatible portable media player. This 3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack
Sam Concepcion sings ‘Kung Fu Fighting’
Teen music artist and Dep-Ed Ambassador for the Youth Sam Concepcion tries out for something big. A week after, he gets the major stint. This Filipino artist sings the theme song “Kung Fu Fighting” for Dreamworks’ animated film “Kung Fu Panda.” The Filipino audience will be privileged to hear Sam’s voice in the closing credits of the said animated feature. According to Sam, he is definitely honored for the opportunity – being another first for the Filipinos in the entertainment industry having
Film Forum Invitation: ‘It’s More Fun in the PhiliFILMS’ with screening of ‘Sakaling Di Makarating’
We are inviting all film and tourism professionals, film students and film enthusiasts to our forum on film tourism this coming Monday, July 24, 2017, 1 p.m., at the SDA Cinema, School of Design and Arts (SDA) Building, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, along P. Ocampo Street in Malate, Manila. This free event entitled "It's More Fun in the PhiliFILMS" is open to the public. Guest speakers are filmmaker Ice Idanan and Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) chairperson