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  • Sagip Pelikula brings the restored version of “Inagaw Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin” at the Metropolitan Theater

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    In celebration of National Women’s Month, Sagip Pelikula brought one of its restored titles featuring two of the premier actresses today, Maricel Soriano and Snooky Serna, with their 1995 family-drama classic “Inagaw Mo ang Lahat sa Akin” in the latest installment of Mga Hiyas ng Sineng Filipino, co-organized by the Film Development Council of the Philippines’ (FDCP), at the Manila Metropolitan Theater (MET) last March 19.

    The Reyna Films classic screened for free at the re-opened Metropolitan Theater, which also featured a talk-back session with its lead stars Maricel and Snooky alongside the film’s screenwriter Bibeth Orteza, director Carlos Siguion-Reyna, Central Digital Lab’s CEO Manet Dayrit, plus co-stars Jess Evardone and FDCP chairperson Tirso Cruz III.

    Its cast, writer, and director recounted the challenges of making the film and were overwhelmed with its overall restoration and the continuous massive audience reception years after its initial theatrical release.

    Meanwhile, Central Digital Lab’s Manet Dayrit expressed gratitude for its partnership with Sagip Pelikula in its goal to preserve Filipino cinematic classics for many years to come.

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    “We first started with ABS-CBN Film Restoration, and we want to restore as many films as possible to preserve our heritage… Digital restoration locally was really started through ABS-CBN. Since we started this project, there’s a new generation of filmgoers appreciating these titles, and we are happy to see these in theaters again, plus on various streaming platforms,” Manet addressed.

    “Inagaw Mo ang Lahat sa Akin” recounts how the intense sibling rivalry between Jacinta (Maricel) and Clarita (Snooky) brewed following the latter’s return to their humble provincial home years after leaving for the city in search of a better life. 

    After catching up with lost time alongside their ailing mother, a rift suddenly separates them upon uncovering the secret behind Jacinta’s plan to sabotage her husband’s past relationship with her sister and a scandalous affair involving their deceased father.

    The film’s restoration was made possible alongside Central Digital Lab and first made its digital premiere in 2020 via KTX.ph after its theatrical release in 1995.

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    Prior to its screening at the Metropolitan Theater, other restored titles from Sagip Pelikula were also featured in the Mga Hiyas ng Sineng Filipino event, including “Sana Maulit Muli” and “Himala.”

    Mga Hiyas ng Sineng Filipino, co-organized by MET, FDCP, National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), Philippine Film Archives (PFA), and Sagip Pelikula, aims to bring back timeless Filipino classics to the big screen in its restored and remastered fashion.

    Apart from supporting the event’s various iterations, Sagip Pelikula explores more collaborative efforts with FDCP to promote Filipino cinema to today’s audiences, most recently with the Sine Sinta festival last February.

    ABS-CBN Film Restoration continues to restore and remaster films from directors and writers of note for today’s viewers to appreciate through its Sagip Pelikula initiative. These efforts have earned multiple recognitions from award-giving bodies worldwide, including the prestigious Gold Quill Award given by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), Gawad Pedro Bucaneg from Unyon ng mga Manunulat sa Pilipinas (UMPIL), and most recently the Gawad PASADO sa Pagsisinop ng mga De Kalibreng Pelikula distinction from the 23rd Gawad PASADO organized by Pampelikulang Samahan ng mga Dalubguro (PASADO).

    For more details on its upcoming film showings, follow ABS-CBN Film Restoration on Facebook (facebook.com/filmrestorationabscbn), Twitter (@ABS_Restoration), and Instagram (@abscbnfilmrestoration).

  • Don’t miss the “Dungeons & Dragons” The Tavern Experience at SM Megamall on March 25 & 26

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    Experience a weekend of epic fun and adventure as you battle with your friends in the tabletop adventure games. Learn how to paint miniature D&D figurines, take a photo at the gelatinous cube and spectacular standee.

    • Date: March 25 & 26
    • Venue: SM Megamall Mega Fashion Hall
    • Time: 10:00AM – 9:00PM
    • Admission to the Tavern is free! Everyone is welcome.
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    About Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves 

    A charming thief and a band of unlikely adventurers undertake an epic heist to retrieve a lost relic, but things go dangerously awry when they run afoul of the wrong people.  Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves brings the rich world and playful spirit of the legendary roleplaying game to the big screen in a hilarious and action-packed adventure.

    Paramount Pictures Presents In Association with eOne A Jonathan Goldstein & John Francis Daley Film

    Directed by Jonathan Goldstein & John Francis Daley, screenplay by Jonathan Goldstein & John Francis Daley and Michael Gilio. Story by Chris McKay & Michael Gilio, based on HASBRO’S DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

    The film stars Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, Regé-Jean Page, Justice Smith, Sophia Lillis, Chloe Coleman, Daisy Head and Hugh Grant.

    Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures, opens nationwide March 29, with special sneak previews on March 20 and 21. Connect with #DnDMovie and tag @paramountpicsph

    Photo & Video Credit: “Paramount Pictures International.”

  • Film Facts: 5 Things to Know About ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’

    Keanu Reeves returns to the big screen as the legendary Baba Yaga in John Wick: Chapter 4. In the fourth installment of the action movie franchise, John Wick takes his fight against the High Table to new heights as he strives to survive and win his freedom.

    Watch the trailer for John Wick: Chapter 4 below:

    Before we go see the new John Wick movie, here are a few facts about the movie that you might want to know about:

    1. John Wick goes around the world on his mission to take down the High Table.

    In the fourth installment of the John Wick franchise, the rogue assassin discovers that the path to defeating the High Table is by challenging its new leader, Marquis de Gramont, in single combat. Wick’s latest mission takes him across the globe, making allies and facing foes in four countries outside America, namely Japan, Jordan, Germany, and France.

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    Photo: John Wick: Chapter 4 Trailer

    2. Donnie Yen and Hiroyuki Sanada are joining the cast.

    Making the new film more exciting is the involvement of international action stars Donnie Yen (Ip Man movies) and Hiroyuki Sanada (Bullet Train). Donnie Yen’s character Caine is reportedly an old friend of John Wick’s, but as the trailer may imply, their relationship is quite complex and Caine may be Wick’s most dangerous foe in the new movie.
    Meanwhile, there aren’t many details about Sanada’s character Shimizu, but the actor might have teased that he’s an ally of John Wick in an interview with CinemaBlend: “I worked with Keanu before on 47 Ronin, almost like 10 years ago. So it was a great reunion, and then we have that kind of history in real life, so we could use that kind of atmosphere or chemistry into the movie. So that kind of relationship is in the movie too. So that’s the biggest hint.”

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    Photo: John Wick: Chapter 4 Trailer

    3. More celebrities to appear in the new John Wick movie.

    Aside from Yen and Sanada who are set to play big roles in the film, viewers can also catch more familiar faces in the upcoming movie. Joining the returning cast members Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, and Ian McShane are stars Bill Skarsgård, known for playing Pennywise in the It movies; Clancy Brown who is known for voicing Mr. Krabs; Wynonna Earp‘s Shamier Anderson; and Japanese-British recording artist Rina Sawayama.

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    Photo: John Wick: Chapter 4 Trailer

    4. It will be the longest John Wick film.

    The John Wick movies appeal to fans with their long action sequences that are pure adrenaline fuel, and while the first three films already feel packed with these epic fight scenes, fans can expect that the epic movie will offer more thrilling sequences to viewers as it will have the longest runtime in the franchise.

    In an interview with Collider, director Chad Stahelski confirmed that it would be about two and a half hours, adding that they’re pretty confident it would not be too much for the viewers: “Look, I’ve watched this thing now, this version of the cut, close to 100 times, and another 100 by the end of the month at least. And this is the first one that we watch. I don’t get bored at all. It’s my own film. I know it’s weird to say, but I watch it, and I was like, ‘Oh, I’m still in the movie.’ It doesn’t take me out. I don’t ever feel like, ‘Just end this thing already. I can’t watch it again.’ You know what I mean? Other than my other misgivings of choices and scenes, and writing all that stuff, I feel pretty good about it. Keanu [Reeves] and I, and the really tight circle that I have around us, we’ve watched, every week. We have a little group. ‘Let’s just watch it one more time to make sure we’re not talking ourselves into something.’”

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    Photo: John Wick: Chapter 4 Trailer

    5. John Wick’s world further expands with upcoming spin-offs.

    Aside from the latest installment of the John Wick franchise, his movie universe further expands with two new titles. The first one is The Continental, a prequel series premiering on Peacock, while the other spin-off is the upcoming movie Ballerina. The movie is set between chapters 3 and 4 of the John Wick franchise, and will star Ana de Armas as an assassin who seeks revenge against the people who killed her family.

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    John Wick: Chapter 4 is coming to cinemas this Wednesday, March 22, 2023. Book your seats in advance and buy your tickets here.

  • WATCH: ‘BlackBerry’ Trailer Bares the History of the Smartphone Company

    The trailer for the new movie BlackBerry has been revealed, giving us a glimpse of the true story behind one of the most iconic mobile phone brands. Watch the trailer for BlackBerry below:

    The new biopic bares the story of the first smartphone brand BlackBerry, from its meteoric rise to its downfall in a ruthlessly competitive industry. It follows the nerdy Mike Lazaridis and his friend Douglas Fregin who were able to create a phone that can also send and receive emails. Along with the sharp businessman Balsillie, they must face the biggest obstacles as they try to find success in Silicon Valley.

    BlackBerry is directed by Matt Johnson who also stars in the film. The cast also includes Jay Baruchel, Glenn Howerton, and Saul Rubinek. The film is set to be released in US theaters on May 12.

  • FDCP brings world cinema to Pinoy audiences

    With the goal to bring world cinema and make critically-acclaimed titles even more accessible to Filipino audiences, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) has licensed the rights to four new titles from Belgium, Austria, Cambodia, and United Kingdom.

    Charlotte Wells’ “Aftersun” (2022) tells the story of Sophie as she reflects on the joy and melancholy of a holiday she took with her father 20 years earlier. The film took home the French Touch Prize of the Critics’ Week Jury at the 75th Cannes International Film Festival.

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    Another Cannes-winning title FDCP acquired is Marie Kreutzer’s “Corsage” (2022) which depicts the life of Empress Elizabeth of Austria, told on a fictional account. The film won the Cannes Un Certain Regard Section’s Best Performance Award for Vicky Krieps’ portrayal of Empress Elizabeth. It also had its PH premiere during the 10th QCinema International Film Festival.

    Davy Chou’s “Return to Seoul” follows the life of a 25-year-old French woman as she returns to her birthplace, South Korea, after being adopted to a French family. She then decides to track down her biological parents but her journey takes a surprising turn. Chou’s film won international acclaim in various film festivals like Asia Pacific Screen Awards, Athens International Film Festival, and Belfast Film Festival among others. Likewise, it also had its PH Premiere during the 10th QCinema International Film Festival and bagged the Jury Prize award.

    Finally, 75th Cannes International Film Festival Grand Prix Prize Winner “Close” (2022) directed by Lukas Dhont depicts the lives of 13-year-olds Leo and Remi as they slowly drift apart after their relationship is questioned by their schoolmates. Dhont’s film also got the nod of the Academy Awards when it got nominated for the Best International Feature category.

    More than its aim to encourage audiences to return to the cinemas, FDCP, through its Audience Development Program, aims to further expose moviegoers to titles that would help them expand their horizons.

    The screening of these films will be held in select theatres nationwide and the FDCP’s very own Cinematheque Centres in Manila, Nabunturan, Davao, Iloilo, and Negros.

    Follow us on social media to stay updated in our screening schedules.

  • WATCH: Mermaids Spell Trouble in ‘Ruby Gillman Teenage Kraken’ Trailer

    Get ready to dive into the deep end with the first trailer for Dreamworks’ Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken. The new animated film follows a teenage girl with a peculiar secret – she’s a Kraken disguised as a human! Check out the trailer for the film below:

    Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken tells the story of the teenager Ruby, a Kraken who lives among the humans, disguising herself as one of them. One day, her life is turned upside down when a popular girl in school turns out to be a mermaid– the Krakens’ sworn enemies.

    Directed by Kirk DeMicco, the film features the voices of Lana Condor, Toni Collette, Jaboukie Young-White, Annie Murphy, Colman Domingo, Sam Richardson, and Blue Chapman. It also stars Will Forte, Nicole Byer, Liza Koshy, Ramona Young, Eduardo Franco, and Echo Kellum.

    Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken is splashing to US theaters this June 30.

  • Zachary Levi Returns as “SHAZAM!” in the Epic Sequel “Fury of the Gods”

    The film’s amped-up action, new worlds, stakes of mythological proportion, roster of aspirational heroes, exceedingly menacing villains and signature brand of humor perfectly tailored to star Levi made signing on for the David F. Sandberg-directed sequel an easy “yes” even before the script had been penned by writers Henry Gayden and Chris Morgan.

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    “I thoroughly enjoyed the pitch before I even got to read the script!” recalls Levi. “When David and Henry told me what the whole concept of the second movie was going to be, I was in. I thought, ‘These are great ingredients for building a really wonderful sequel to what we had already created,’ so I was very excited about that and about getting back together with all of the cast and crew I loved so much, and it’s just a really fun role to play. I mean, I get to be a Super Hero, and a really fun one at that.”

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    Sandberg returned to the helm excited to take the story and characters to the next level. He says, “At the end of ‘Shazam!’ we finally introduced the whole family as Super Heroes, but we just got a glimpse of that. One of the exciting things for me in this movie was exploring more about how they live as teenagers and work as Super Heroes together—and, as you might expect, it’s not always successful. Like Shazam, they are all still young at heart, some more than others, going through everything kids do.”

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    However, with all of that, there is still one secret ingredient at the core of the story that Levi believes is the real hook for audiences of all ages. He reveals, “It’s wish fulfillment! At some point in all our lives, we had dreams of becoming something like a superhero: stronger, faster, braver, or just more heroic in the world. That’s why comic books exist—these colorful pages full of fantasy, surrealism and magical realism that we can disappear into. Mix that with tons of heart and humor and charm, together with David’s direction, the terrific script, our incredible cast and crew—it all coalesces to create a superhero movie for everyone and just a really entertaining film.”

    In Philippine cinemas starting March 15, “SHAZAM! Fury of the Gods” is distributed by Warner Bros. Philippines, a Warner Discovery company.  Join the conversation online and use the hashtag #ShazamMovie

    Photo & Video Credit: “Warner Bros. Pictures”

  • New Poster for “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One” Features Epic Stunt

    Check out the one-sheet art below and watch Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One in Philippine theaters this July.

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    About Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One

    Paramount Pictures and Skydance present a Tom Cruise Production a film by Christopher McQuarrie, Tom Cruise in Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One.

    Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, based on the television series created by Bruce Geller.  Produced by Tom Cruise, Christopher McQuarrie.  Executive produced by David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Don Granger, Tommy Gormley.

    Starrring Tom Cruise, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Rebecca Ferguson, Vanessa Kirby, Hayley Atwell, Shea Whigham, Pom Klementieff, Esai Morales, Henry Czerny, Rob Delaney, Cary Elwes, Indira Varma, Mark Gatiss, Charles Parnell, Greg Tarzan Davis, Frederick Schmidt.

    Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning – Part One is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures.  Connect with #MissionImpossible and tag paramountpicsph

    Photo and Video Credit: “Paramount Pictures International”

  • Join the “Shazam! Fury of the Gods” Pop-Up Experience at SM Megamall

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    Experience the following activities when you visit the pop-up:

    Shazam! Transformation Booth – Turn into your favorite superhero when you shout Shazam!

    Shazam! Scream-O-Meter – Just shout the word Shazam! as loud as you can to fill up the Scream-O-Meter and win a prize!

    Dragon Photo Wall – Take a selfie with Shazam and the giant dragon!

    Plus, buy your advance cinema tickets to “Shazam!  Fury of the Gods” at the booth and get a chance to win surprise items.

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    About “Shazam! Fury of the Gods”

    From New Line Cinema comes “Shazam! Fury of the Gods,” which continues the story of teenage Billy Batson who, upon reciting the magic word “SHAZAM!,” is transformed into his adult Super Hero alter ego, Shazam.

    This insanely action-packed Super Hero sequel brings even more excitement, adventure and comedy, along with all-new realms, bigger threats, monsters and mythical creatures to our heroes. Now fully bestowed with the powers of the gods, Billy Batson and his fellow foster kids are still learning how to juggle teenage life with having adult Super Hero alter egos. But when the Daughters of Atlas, a vengeful trio of ancient gods, arrive on Earth in search of the magic stolen from them long ago, Billy—aka Shazam—and his family are thrust into a battle for their superpowers, their lives, and the fate of their world. But can a bunch of teenagers actually save the day? Does Billy even want to…?

    “Shazam! Fury of the Gods” stars returning cast members Zachary Levi (“Thor: Ragnarok”) as Shazam; Asher Angel (“Andi Mack”) as Billy Batson; Jack Dylan Grazer (“It Chapter Two”) as Freddy Freeman; Adam Brody (“Promising Young Woman”) as Super Hero Freddy; Ross Butler (“Raya and the Last Dragon”) as Super Hero Eugene; Meagan Good (“Day Shift”) as Super Hero Darla; D.J. Cotrona (“G.I. Joe: Retaliation”) as Super Hero Pedro; Grace Caroline Currey (“Annabelle: Creation”) as Mary Bromfield / Super Hero Mary; Faithe Herman (“This Is Us”) as Darla Dudley; Ian Chen (“A Dog’s Journey”) as Eugene Choi; Jovan Armand (“Second Chances”) as Pedro Pena; Marta Milans (“White Lines”) as Rosa Vasquez; Cooper Andrews (“The Walking Dead”) as Victor Vasquez; with Djimon Hounsou (“A Quiet Place Part II”) as Wizard.

    Joining the cast are Rachel Zegler (“West Side Story”), with Lucy Liu (“Kung Fu Panda” franchise) and Helen Mirren (“F9: The Fast Saga”).

    In Philippine cinemas starting March 15, “Shazam! Fury of the Gods” is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery Company.

    Join the conversation online and use the hashtag #ShazamMovie

    Photo & Video Credit: “Warner Bros. Pictures”

  • WATCH: ‘The Little Mermaid’ New Trailer Highlights Ariel & Prince Eric’s Love Story

    We finally have the full trailer for The Little Mermaid! Disney has released the official trailer for their live-action adaptation of the animated classic of the same name, giving us a closer look at the love story between Ariel and Prince Eric. Watch the official trailer for The Little Mermaid below:

    The Little Mermaid follows the mermaid Ariel who has always been fascinated by life on land, despite being forbidden by her father, King Triton. In one of her occasional visits to the surface, she saves a drowning human prince and falls in love with him. To be with the man she loves, Ariel makes a dangerous deal with the sea witch Ursula to become a human for three days.

    Directed by Oscar nominee Rob Marshall, the film stars Halle Bailey, Jonah Hauer-King, Melissa McCarthy, Daveed Diggs, Jacob Tremblay, Awkwafina, Art Malik, Noma Dumezweni, and Javier Bardem. The Little Mermaid will be released in US theaters on May 26.