The 2016 Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF-J.P.) has released its lineup of exhibition and in-competition films, including a handful of Filipino titles from Jun Lana and Mikhail Red. [dropcap size=big]T[/dropcap]he lineup of competing and exhibit films for the 29th edition of the Tokyo International Film Festival has just been announced.
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The First of Its Kind: Online Film Festival via GIFF
Globe entered the world of cinema by launching its first film festival entitled, “Globe Independent Film Festival” or GIFF. This film festival is an addition to the ever growing industry where local filmmakers are given the chance to showcase their talents and passion for moving pictures. Interestingly, the aspect that makes this
‘Tuos’ to Have Its Commercial Run on September 2016
For those who still haven’t seen the award-winning film Tuos, here’s your chance! Derrick Cabrido’s Tuos will have its commercial run from September 21 to 28, 2016 in SM Cinemas in Metro Manila and Iloilo. There are no details yet regarding screening schedules but surely, we will be here to update you. Helmed
Korean Film Festival 2016
From September 8 to October 16, 2016, you’ll get the chance to immerse yourself with some of the greatest Korean films in the 2016 Korean Film Festival. Spearheaded by the Korean Cultural Center and Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the Philippines, with the theme “Strong Hearts,” this film
‘Apocalypse Child’ Opens in Cinemas Nationwide
Catch the award-winning film, Apocalypse Child, in cinemas nationwide on October 2016. Winner of Best Picture in 2015’s QCinema Film Festival, Apocalypse Child is directed by Mario Cornejo and co-written by Monster Jimenez. Shot entirely in Baler, this film revolves around Ford (Sid Lucero), a surfing instructor whose birth is
Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival 2016 winners
The awards night of the Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival wrapped last night, and we’ve got the full list of winners. Concluding its twelfth year run, Cinemalaya proved that it’s only going to get bigger from here, announcing that 2016 holds the biggest audience turnout in the festival’s history. Of course,
The Spoiler Zone: ‘Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice’ (Ultimate Edition)
Undeniably, Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice is one of the most polarized films of 2016. A lot of people — critics and fanboys alike — were disappointed by Zack Snyder’s attempt to build a cinematic universe where two of the greatest, most beloved superheroes try to break one another.
The trailer for DC’s ‘Wonder Woman’ is fantastic
The Princess of Themyscira is here and she is beauty, she is grace, and, she is definitely able to punch you in the face. [dropcap size=big]D[/dropcap].C. Extended Universe’s Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot) was first introduced earlier this year in BvS: Dawn of Justice (and stole the show, if we are
Wands up! A new ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’ trailer is here
Magic, wands, magical creatures — we’re back at it again with the witchcraft and wizardry. This time though, we are introduced to a new set of characters and a new setting. Written by J.K. Rowling and directed by David Yates (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows), Fantastic Beasts and Where to
Drop what you’re doing and watch this new ‘A Monster Calls’ trailer
The trailer for J.A. Bayona’s newest fantasy film, A Monster Calls, is here and it is absolutely gorgeous. Based on the beloved novel written by Patrick Ness, the story revolves around a boy trying to cope with the struggles of having a terminally-ill mother. The trailer looks promising with
Here’s the teaser for Mikhail Red’s ‘Birdshot’
T.B.A. (Tuko Film Productions, Buchi Boy Entertainment, Artikulo Uno Productions) has sent us the recently released teaser-trailer for Birdshot, a Philippine-Qatar film co-production directed by Mikhail Red (“American Serial Killer in Manila”). Co-written by Mikhael and Rae Red, the mystery-thriller “revolves around a farm girl who mistakenly shoots and kills
Your Guide to Cinemalaya 2016 ft. Short Films
Last week, we made a guide for the full-length entries in this year’s Cinemalaya. Now, it’s time for the 10 shorts films competing to take center stage. Again, included in this list are the synopses and teaser trailers, as well as the directors and writers of each film. ANG
Your Guide to Cinemalaya 2016
It is less than a month before Cinemalaya starts so we decided to create a guide that would hopefully familiarize you with the 9 entries for the main category this year. Included in this list are the names of the directors and writers as well as the synopsis and trailers
Mike de Leon Teams Up with AFA to Restore ‘Batch ’81’
Hailed as one of the greatest Filipino films of all time, Batch ‘81 is being restored by the Asian Film Archive (AFA) in Singapore. Directed by Mike de Leon and written by Clodualdo del Mundo, Raquel N. Villavicencio, and the director himself, the movie tackles the experiences of seven neophytes trying
A Glimpse at Terrence Malick’s ‘Voyage of Time’
The Tree of Life director Terrence Malick is going back to the cosmos and the exploration of life with his latest documentary Voyage of Time. With Malick’s newest offering, the audience will be able to witness the journey of the universe from the Big Bang to the dawn of man and
