Deadline of Sinesaysay Film Documentary Competition Extended

Students and aspiring documentary filmmakers may still submit their application to the Sinesaysay Film Documentary Lab and Showcase until March 31, 2018.

Sinag Maynila Film Festival 2018 at SM Cinemas | March 7-15, 2018

The Sinag Maynila Film Festival: Sine Lokal, Pang-Internasyonal presents its finalists for the Full Length, Short Film, and Documentary categories. Now on its fourth season, Sinag Maynila remains true to its advocacy as the roster of films this year capture the artistic storytelling that appeal to international film festivals.

Fantastic hauls at Big Bad Wolf Bookfair 2018 in Manila

These are some of my book choices hauled at the Big Bad Wolf (BBW) Bookfair held at the World Trade Center Manila and I was able to catch it on the last day, February 25. 

After attending our SPAS High School Alumni Homecoming last February 24 at our alma mater in Paco, Manila, my friend Charles volunteered to bring me to a spot where I can take a ride home safely. Then without thinking twice, I told him that I planned not going home yet and asked him to bring me to the World Trade Center instead. He agreed. 

Charles is a certified bookworm himself but couldn’t join me. So I went straight to the bookfair at 2:00am and couldn’t believe my eyes — they are open 24 hours for 10 straight days for real —- which makes this bookfair so unique!

Some of these books I bought and some I plan to have in the future. Many of their books are hardbound. For about every 2 hours, staff would replenish the stacks of books. I was tired, sleepy & hungry - but for the love of books, I could sacrifice anything.

Since the prices of hardbound books of Booksale Bookstore went up so high now, this is what I found & discovered — the hardbound books at BBW priced at PhP450-950, I was shocked to find some of them at Booksale priced at PhP2,500-3,500! No kidding!

Since BBW Bookfair will already be an annual event in Manila, I look forward to their 2nd year in 2019. If only I had rest & sleep that time, I could’ve stayed longer. Nine (9) hours of checking the stacks of books was I think enough. 

I left the place before 12nn carrying 3 very heavy plastic bags of books. If only I had more budget and a car to bring me home, I could’ve rummaged for more. 

My small growing muscles were put to a gruelling test that day as I had to commute with my backpack & a bag of extra clothes & shoes. Book hunting at BBW was a great experience!

Jr. NBA Philippines sets new Regional Selection Camp attendance record in Mindanao

Alaska Coach Jeffrey Cariaso poses with the young players from the 3 ethnic groups

Jr. NBA Philippines 2018 presented by Alaska set a new attendance record for the Regional Selection Camps (RSC) with 1,505 young athletes from Butuan City and nearby cities and provinces of Mindanao. 

5th Swim Bike Run Awards: Full List of Winners

The winners of the 5th Swim Bike Run  Awards were announced on February 10, 2018 held at Century City Mall in Makati City. Nikko Huelgas and Kim Mangrobang won as the Elite Trialthete of the Year for both men and women categories respectively.

Tribute to National Artist for Sculpture Napoleon Abueva at CCP | February 24, 2018

The Cultural Center of the Philippines pays tribute to the late National Artist for Sculpture Napoleon Abueva through a state necrological ceremony to be held on February 24 (Saturday), 8:30a.m., at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theater). It will be followed by an internment at the Libingan ng mga Bayani.

Strong Philippine Cinema delegation present at 68th Berlinale Film Festival in Germany

Supported by the Film Development Council of the Philippines, Filipino filmmakers and films are well-represented this year at the Berlin International Film Festival with films in competition and filmmakers participating in the Berlinale Talents and Co-Production Market.

Digitally restored and remastered "May Minamahal" film opens 4th Reelive the Classics

ABS-CBN Film Restoration group and Powerplant Cinemas once again team up to bring moviegoers back in time in the special weeklong exhibition of digitally restored and remastered films in the 4th “REELive the Classics” which formally opened on February 18, 2018 (Sunday) with the red carpet premiere of '90s classic film, May Minamahal.

Manila Biennale 2018: The First Open City Festival | February 21-25, 2018

 

Bring Back the Soul of the City! Give an offering to the spirits of Intramuros by witnessing The Open City Performance Festival of the first Manila Biennale on February 21-25, 2018. Participate in live artistic rituals, art interventions with local and international artists in the forms of music, dance, fashion, street art, installation, performance, sound, and film over a four-day extravaganza, the likes of which have not been seen before in Old Manila.

Asia On Screen Film Festival 2018 at Greenbelt 3 | February 22-25, 2018

Asia Society Philippines, Ayala Malls Cinemas, the Film Development Council of the Philippines, and Security Bank, invite everyone to participate in Manila’s premier festival of Asian independent cinema. Asia On Screen films will be screened at Greenbelt 3 Cinema 3 in Makati City from February 22 to 25, 2018.

PINK Shorts joins Manila Biennale Festival | February 24-25, 2018

The Short+Sweet International, in partnership with the Australian Embassy​, joins the Manila Biennale​, to launch the first-ever PINK Shorts Manila on February 24-25, 2018 (Saturday & Sunday)​, at the Teatrillo in Casa Manila, Intramuros. The Short+Sweet International is known for featuring each piece of performance artwork in a span of 10 minutes or less.  

Top-grosser Chinese film "Never Say Die" showing in the Philippines on February 28

 

Chinese films were considered crowd favorites in the foreign film entertainment scene especially with themes leaning toward romcom, action and supernatural even before KPOP domination here in the Philippines. Filipino audience looked forward to watching films that star Jackie Chan, Samo Hung, Yuen Biao, Cynthia Luster, and Jet Li amongst the many Chinese superstars. Another instance was during the height of the Mexican telenovelas in the country in the early 1990s, Chinese series Meteor Garden starring F4 was such a big hit on television. 

"Marawing Salamat: The Best of Opera & Fashion for Marawi" at CCP | April 6, 2018

The biggest names in Philippine opera and fashion are all set for the magnificent production of “MARAWING SALAMAT – The Best of Opera & Fashion for Marawi,” an extraordinary synergy of the high art of opera and the popular art of fashion for a noble & worthy cause.

RUNRIO honors runners of 2017 Trilogy Race Series

RUNRIO Events, Inc., the country’s premier organizer of running events, held the RUNRIO Trilogy Awards last February 7 at the Grand Ballroom of the Okada Manila Hotel in Pasay City.

FDCP recognizes A-Listers and Camera Obscura Awardees at Film Ambassadors' Night

As part of the Film Ambassadors' Night of the Film Development Council of the Philippines that was held on February 9, 2018, the agency has recognized filmmakers who won in A-list international film festivals, as well as award the Camera Obscura Artistic Excellence Award to three (3) recipients. 

McDonald’s commercial featuring Sharon Cuneta and Gabby Concepcion

Some things are good on their own but even better together—just like McDonald’s Best Tasting Chicken McDo and World Famous Fries, and two of the most iconic Filipino showbiz personalities, Sharon Cuneta and Gabby Concepcion. McDonald’s shows us what it means to be a perfect pair!

NCCA's new TV series "Buhay na Buhay" every Saturday on GMA News TV

National Commission for Culture & the Arts (NCCA) presents a new TV series, Buhay na Buhay, that will guide viewers towards a deeper knowledge on and appreciation for Filipino culture. It is  new television documentary series that will attempt to answer questions like: What is Filipino culture? What makes it distinct and vital?

Be inspired by reading My Pope Philippines magazine

My Pope Philippines is a monthly inspirational-lifestyle magazine giving doses of inspiration in print and online. Currently it has a mini-site, but stay tuned because they are launching a website in April this year! They will be sharing exclusive news and photos of Pope Francis, articles on how to live your life to the fullest, and more content that’s sure to bring out the good vibes on www.mypope.com.ph (under contruction). 

Tanghalang Pilipino presents "Nang Dalawin ng Pag-ibig si Juan Tamad" | February 16-March 11, 2018

World-class Filipino artistry will once again be celebrated as Tanghalang Pilipino (TP), the resident theater company of the Cultural Center of the Philippines, concludes its 31st Theater Season (billed as “Freedom Writers: Freedom Fighters”) with Nang Dalawin ng Pag-ibig si Juan Tamad, a new and original production based on National Artist Nick Joaquin’s story “How Love Came to Juan Tamad.”

Cine Lokal highlights Pride and Love in "4 DAYS"

Cine Lokal continues its offering on all kinds of love this month of February with 4 Days, an LGBT romantic drama directed by award-winning film director Adolf Alix Jr., featuring Mikoy Morales and Sebastian Castro.

FDCP announces list of Film Ambassadors 2018

Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) will celebrate the triumphs of the Filipino filmmakers by hosting the FDCP Film Ambassadors’ Night on February 9, 2018 at Sampaguita Gardens, Quezon City.

Ice skating champ gets frozen in "I, TONYA" in cinemas

Tonya Harding dominated the ice with unrivaled athleticism. She dominated the headlines for something else entirely. Written by Steven Rogers & directed by Craig Gillespie, I, Tonya is at times absurd, tragic and hilarious look at the woman at the center of the biggest scandal in sports history.

Joey Yap conducts Feng Shui & Astrology 2018 seminar in Manila | February 7, 2018

Dato' Joey Yap will be conducting the annual Feng Shui & Astrology (FSA) 2018 seminar LIVE in Manila on February 7, 2018 at the Manila Ballroom, Marriott Hotel Manila in Pasay City from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Get an outlook of 2018 and the opportunities hidden at curves and edges ahead.

NCCA fires up celebration of National Arts Month this February

It’s all about creativity and the arts this February 2018 as the whole nation celebrates National Arts Month (NAM). Being the country’s prime government agency for arts and culture, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), led by its chairman National Artist Virgilio S. Almario, executive director Rico S. Pableo, and deputy executive director Marichu G. Tellano, is spearheading numerous events and activities to celebrate the seven arts with the theme “Ani ng Sining, Alab ng Sining” (Harvest of the Arts, Flame of Art), emphasizing the bounty of artistic endeavors in the Philippines and the passion of Filipino artists and cultural workers.

Freenet extends Papremyong Malupet promo, to earn more rewards within the app

Freenet, the free internet platform of Voyager Innovations, is extending the good vibes brought by its Papremyong Malupet promo until February 12, 2018 - allowing more users to get a chance to win a brand new Chevrolet Spark, along with cool new smartphones every week.