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.
Opening in cinemas July 12, 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”
Ever scrolled through your social media feed, seeing adorable couples, and found yourself wondering, “Can my partner and I be that close?” Well, the answer is a resounding yes!
Thanks to closeup, the trailblazing toothpaste brand, love’s magnetic allure just got more palpable. This year, closeup has redefined closeness, showcasing how fresh breath that lasts all day can boost intimacy levels.
This year, the iconic toothpaste brand pulled out all the stops and brought together five powerhouse couples to show just exactly how close couples can get when they have all day Ama-Zinc fresh breath.
Closeup presents five dynamite duos, each radiating an infectious sense of *kilig*, online and offline. These #closeupCouples include: today’s freshest love team Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano, aka DonBelle; celebrity love team Mavy Legaspi and Kyline Alcantara; lifestyle lovebirds Miggy Cruz and Laureen Uy; content creators Jenny Yeo and Ryan Kevin Biol; and female pilot Chezka Carandang with Miss Universe 2023 candidate Clare Inso.
Watch the #closeupCouples launch film below and see all five pairs in action!
The film radiates the undeniable chemistry and closeness between each couple. With fresh breath from morning through the evening, the couples show how they get closer when doing fun activities such as watching movies, cooking together, travelling, going out on dates, gaming, and creating video content together.
The brand and couples also uploaded photos featuring each of the #CloseupCouples and what keeps them closer all day. Check out their super kilig photos below –
Which is why closeup is also inviting the public to use their new filter on Instagram where you can hard-launch or just proudly showoff your partner while also finding out if the randomizer picks the correct activity that you do to get closer.
Popular personalities and their significant others have already begun to use the filter, including transwoman Jamie Casiño with partner Eric James; fashion couple Alvin Belmonte and JP Darrieta; and lifestyle content creator Joanne Marasigan with partner James Velasquez. Want to create your own version? Visit @closeupph on Instagram to try out the special filter and share how you and your partner get closer.
Just like the #closeupCouples, getting closer to your partner every day can be no hurdleespecially when you have closeup with Antibacterial Zinc that blasts away up to 99.9% of bacteria for all day AMA-ZINC fresh breath (up to 12 hours with regular use).
Don’t miss out on more exciting content this year from the #closeupCouples on closeup’s official Facebookand Instagram pages!
Aside from reuniting the original cast of the first Insidious film, original producers James Wan and Jason Blum are also back in Insidious: The Red Door, to bring the Lambert family’s terrifying saga to an epic conclusion. The final chapter of the blockbuster horror franchise opens exclusively in cinemas July 5.
Watch the film’s trailer below:
When last we met the Lambert family, at the end of Insidious: Chapter 2, astral projectors Josh (Patrick Wilson) and Dalton (Ty Simpkins) had survived multiple trips into The Further. Dalton had been kidnapped by a demon… Josh had rescued him, only to be trapped in The Further while a ghost possesses his body in our world… that ghost, in Josh’s body, had rampaged through his house, trying to kill his family… and Dalton had ventured back into The Further to find his real father and bring him back.
“Alongside James Wan, we went to some crazy places in the Insidious movies, but I think the reason they connected was that we started with a loving family,” says Jason Blum, who produces the franchise. “Just about everyone who starts a family does it with the best of intentions, hoping to create that warm, comforting, safe space with the people we love – and then, just about all of us discover that most families are complicated in one way or another. For some of us, that means years of therapy. For others, it means fighting a demon in a nightmare dreamscape.”
Patrick Wilson in Screen Gems Insidious: The Red Door
Insidious: The Red Door marks the directorial debut of Patrick Wilson who says the time was right to take the helm of his first feature film. “I hadn’t really entertained the idea of doing an Insidious movie, but when it was presented to me, it felt like an incredible gift. I deeply care about this franchise, and I knew I would be protected – that Blumhouse believed in me as an actor and as a person, and that they would gather the best team they could for me. And James Wan and I have discussed filmmaking for a number of years.”
In directing for the first time, Wilson says that it was Wan – his Insidious, Conjuring, and Aquaman director – who set the mold by setting an example. “The one thing that James would tell me over and over was, ‘Make it yours. It’s your movie. What story do you want to tell? You’re the one who’s going to be living with it.’ You better have some passion and understanding for the story you want to tell.”
Jason Blum has produced lucrative, iconic, genre franchises like Halloween, Paranormal Activity, Insidious, Happy Death Day, Sinister, and The Purge, among several others. Most recently, Blumhouse released the box office juggernauts M3GAN and The Black Phone.
Meanwhile, James Wan is regarded as one of the most creative filmmakers working today. Breaking into the international film world as co-creator of Saw. Wan is a visionary with a dynamic career directing both studio and independent films in genres including horror, superhero, action, thriller, adventure, mystery, and fantasy. He is a world-builder pioneering no fewer than six franchises – Aquaman, The Conjuring, Insidious, Saw, Mortal Kombat – and M3GAN, the sci-fi horror/thriller that became an instant global hit and began the M3GAN universe, all of which captured the zeitgeist of the moment around the world.
In Insidious: The Red Door, the horror franchise’s original cast returns for the final chapter of the Lambert family’s terrifying saga. To put their demons to rest once and for all, Josh (Patrick Wilson) and a college-aged Dalton (Ty Simpkins) must go deeper into The Further than ever before, facing their family’s dark past and a host of new and more horrifying terrors that lurk behind the red door.
The original cast from Insidious is back with Patrick Wilson (also making his directorial debut), Ty Simpkins, Rose Byrne and Andrew Astor. Also starring Sinclair Daniel and Hiam Abbass. Produced by Jason Blum, Oren Peli, James Wan and Leigh Whannell. The screenplay is written by Scott Teems from a story by Leigh Whannell, based on characters created by Leigh Whannell.
Insidious: The Red Door is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #InsidiousMovie
With now close to 60,000employees to date, McDonald’s Philippines—under its master franchise holder and owner Dr. George T. Yang and President and CEO Kenneth S. Yang—will be providing over 20,000 career opportunities to Filipinos as it continues to open more stores all over the country. “With every new store that we open, we are able to provide employment opportunities in local communities where the store is located. We directly hire all our people and do not practice contractualization. This has always been the way we hire our people since our chairman, Dr. George T. Yang opened the 1st McDonald’s in the Philippines in Morayta, Manila in 1981—and it is something that we will continue to do. We believe that if our people working in the restaurants have job security first, it will allow them to focus and do well in their job of serving our customers. ” said Kenneth S. Yang, President and CEO of McDonald’s Philippines.
More than job security, McDonald’s Philippines takes pride in the world-class training it provides its people, making them competitive in the industry as they get to learn global systems and processes in restaurant service. Through a robust learning and development curriculum, McDonald’s employees are able to not just learn life-long skills but grow and progress in the company.
McDonald’s employees also receive annual salary increases, insurance, hospital and medical benefits, special employee discounts, and other allowances.
According to the fast-food chain, priority areas for hiring Management Trainees are Nueva Ecija, Isabela, Montalban, Dumaguete, Bacolod, Makati, Manila, Quezon City, Pampanga, Tagaytay, Batangas, Cavite, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Lucena and Pasig City. Priority areas for crew members are Parañaque, Manila, Pasay, Pasig, Marikina, Taytay, Antipolo, Kidapawan, and Davao City.
Equal Opportunity Employer
McDonald’s Philippines takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer, providing career opportunities to working students and Filipinos from all walks of life—regardless of background, age, gender, or sexual orientation.
From the crew room to the boardroom, the quick service restaurant (QSR) giant is driven by a good representation of women with more than 50% taking vital positions and leadership roles.
Along with providing regular employment, McDonald’s Philippines also ensures a safe and inclusive workplace that allows its people to thrive. As one of the country’s biggest employers, McDonald’s Philippines champions equity where all employees, whether in its head office or stores, have equal access to training and development and advancement opportunities.
McDonald’s extends this to more members of the community with programs like WIP or Workforce Immersion Program. WIP provides training for Senior High School students by allowing them firsthand experience of the fast food industry and its operations; the Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES), in partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), where McDonald’s helps in providing jobs for underprivileged students and out-of-school youth through employing them to become McDonald’s crew members. Since adopting SPES in 2011, McDonald’s has provided 16,319 Filipino youth with employment opportunities.
In partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Philippine Business for Education (PBEd), McDonald’s Alternative Workforce Program offers work-based training positions for 5,000 unemployed and out-of-school youths through YouthWorksPH to provide beneficiaries with financial knowledge, skills, and access to resources necessary to effectively manage finances through adulthood.
Among the Philippines’ best employers
McDonald’s Philippines was also recognized as one of the Philippines’ best employersin the inaugural list of The Philippines’ Best Employers for 2023 by the Philippine Daily Inquirer and international market research firm Statista. The list shared a ranking of the country’s top-rated employers as evaluated by their employees.
“We are thrilled to have been named as one of the country’s best employers for 2023. This is not just a testament to our commitment, and the work we have done for our people, but it is also a challenge for us to always be a step better to bring out the best in them,” said Margot B. Torres, Managing Director, McDonald’s Philippines.
With more new store openings slated this 2023, McDonald’s Philippines will continue serving the communities they operate in to ensure its people — crew and customers alike, can continue enjoying more feel-good moments with McDonald’s.
Rex Orange County returns to the road this fall for the Live in Asia 2023 Tour including one show in Manila on October 8 at Araneta Coliseum. Kicking off September 15 and running through October 21, the run of dates sees Rex performing across New Zealand, Australia, and Asia, making stops in Manila, Hong Kong, Taipei, Jakarta, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok.
Promoted by AEG Presents Asia & Insignia Presents, tickets to Rex Orange County Live in Asia 2023 Manila are priced from PHP 3,180 to PHP 4,770 (prices are exclusive of online fees).
General on sale will take place on Friday, June 16 at 11AM via www.InsigniaPresents.com or at TicketNet outlets nationwide.
The tour marks Rex’s inaugural headline shows across Asia and includes long awaited dates in some of his biggest streaming markets.
The dates follow Rex’s 2022 multi-city run in North America that saw Rex performing sold-out shows at iconic venues including The Hollywood Bowl, Forest Hills Stadium, Red Rocks Amphitheater, and a sold-out hometown performance at Gunnersbury Park in London to 20,000 people.
Last year, Rex released his latest album, WHO CARES?, which charted #1 in the UK, #2 in Australia, and #5 in the US. The record includes stand-out songs such as “AMAZING,” “THE SHADE,” “KEEP IT UP,” and “OPEN A WINDOW” featuring Tyler, The Creator, marking the first time the two have collaborated since Tyler’s 2017 album Flower Boy. Complex praised the album in their ‘Best of 2022 So Far’ list, calling it “sobering, uplifting, fun, and honest all at the same time, making for a great addition to his expanding catalog.” He followed suit with the release of his single “THREAT,” which was heralded by The New York Times as “a tender take on self-doubt.”
Rex Orange County Live in Asia 2023 Tour Dates
Oct 8 – Manila, PH @ Araneta Coliseum Oct 10 – Hong Kong, HK @ Star Hall Oct 12 – Taipei, TW @ Zepp New Taipei Oct 14 – Jakarta, ID @ Beach City International Stadium Oct 17 – Singapore, SG @ Star Theatre Oct 18 – Kuala Lumpur, MY @ Zepp KL Oct 21 – Bangkok, TH @ Moonstar Studio 1
Rex Orange County Live in Asia 2023 Manila
Date: Sunday, October 8, 2023 Venue: Araneta Coliseum
Ticket Prices: PHP 3,180 to PHP 4,770 ( prices are exclusive of online fees ) Ticketing: www.InsigniaPresents.com or at TicketNet outlets nationwide
One night during dinner, Jennifer Lawrence asked her friend, writer-director Gene Stupnitsky what he was currently working on.
Stupnitsky, a former co-head writer for The Office and writer/director of the hit comedy Good Boys, shared his inspiration: a real-life Craigslist post that producers Marc Provissiero and Naomi Odenkirk had found.
And thus No Hard Feelings was born.
In No Hard Feelings, Jennifer Lawrence plays Maddie who, on the brink of losing her childhood home, discovers an intriguing job listing: wealthy helicopter parents looking for someone to “date” their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy, before he leaves for college. No Hard Feelings, a laugh-out-loud, edgy comedy co-produced by Lawrence, opens across Philippine cinemas June 21.
Watch the red band trailer below:
During that dinner, as Stupnitsky shared what the Craigslist post was about, Lawrence just couldn’t help cracking up. “That made me laugh extra hard, because we were having martinis,” says Lawrence. “I said, ‘Whatever you write, I’d love to read it.’ And then I read the funniest script I’ve ever read.”
To help him develop the project, Stupnitsky brought on producer Alex Saks. “Every time I read a new version of the script, it was like unwrapping a present,” she says. “Gene and [co-writer] John Phillips are always pushing for better, funnier, smarter, more grounded in character, and that’s why the script is as good as it is – they just don’t settle for what works – they always strive to push it further.”
What was Stupnitsky’s first question in writing a movie inspired by the outrageous Craigslist ad – in which some overprotective parents sought a young woman to seduce their incredibly shy and awkward son to prep him for college? “My first question was, ‘What type of parents would do this?’ My second question was ‘What’s going on in the life of a woman who responds to it?’” he says. His co-writer Phillips came up with the idea of making it “helicopter parents, and that is when everything fell into place,” continues Stupnitsky. Specifically with Lawrence in mind, Stupnitsky and Phillips wrote the character of Maddie, who, in No Hard Feelings, answers a similar ad.
“She’s a spirited, kind-hearted, fun-loving, bold, funny lady,” says Lawrence of Maddie, “but she’s also desperate. She is desperate to save her mother’s home, but the taxes keep going up, and it’s getting harder and harder for locals to maintain living wages.”
When the opportunity with Percy, played by Andrew Barth Feldman, arises, Maddie’s financial difficulties have reached a breaking point. Now, she has one summer to get the painfully uncool 19-year-old to come out of his shell – or she’ll lose everything important to her.
For the comedy to work, the writers made sure to strike the balance of making the comedy wild and outrageous, but also grounded and real.
Jennifer Lawrence produces and stars in No Hard Feelings, a laugh-out-loud, edgy comedy from director Gene Stupnitsky (Good Boys) and the co-writer of Bad Teacher.
On the brink of losing her childhood home, Maddie (Lawrence) discovers an intriguing job listing: wealthy helicopter parents looking for someone to “date” their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy, before he leaves for college. To her surprise, Maddie soon discovers the awkward Percy is no sure thing.
Opening in cinemas June 21, No Hard Feelings is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #NoHardFeelings
Hold on to your popcorn, movie lovers! This week, we’ve got exciting flicks making their debut: The Flash, Run Rabbit Run, and Elemental. The big screen is filled with a range of new cinematic gems, offering to take you on heartwarming, thrilling, and spine-tingling adventures. Meanwhile, don’t forget to catch up on some of the movies that are still captivating audiences in theaters. Let’s dive into the weekly roundup of new movies opening this week.
Ready for a superhero journey that’s as fast as lightning? This week’s headliner is the long-awaited ‘The Flash’, catapulting you back into the action-packed world of DC Comics. We witness Barry Allen’s lightning-quick alter ego in an entirely new light. It’s a race against time as he breaks the barriers of physics to thwart a grave threat. Will his speed be enough to save the world, or will the clock run out? It’s time to buckle up and join ‘The Flash’ on this high-speed adventure. DC’s “The Flash” zooms into theaters this week. Join Barry Allen, the fastest man alive, as he battles against time to unravel the mysteries of the Speed Force. If you’re a fan of exhilarating action and heart-pounding suspense, you won’t want to miss this.
Next in line, we have the spine-tingling ‘Run Rabbit Run’, adding an exciting dash of psychological horror to this week’s releases. “Run Rabbit Run” will make you question what is real and what is merely a figment of imagination. This chilling journey of a mother’s love against supernatural horrors is not for the faint-hearted. Prepare to sit on the edge of your seats as this nerve-wracking thriller plays a deadly game of cat and mouse. It’s not just a movie, it’s a heart-stopping chase that questions how far one would go to survive. Would you dare to play?
2023 • G • 1 hr 42 mins ANIMATION, COMEDY, FAMILY, FANTASY BUY TICKET
Finally, we have “Elemental,” the latest offering from Disney and Pixar. This animated adventure invites us to plunge into a whimsical world where elements come to life. A raw, poignant, and gripping exploration of the human spirit, set against a backdrop of hardship and resilience. ‘Elemental’ is not just a story, but an exploration of the human spirit’s strength and perseverance. Prepare for a heartwarming journey filled with laughter, tears, and magical moments that will ignite your imagination.
FAN FAVORITES STILL SHOWING
In addition to these fresh releases, you can still catch some of the most popular films of recent weeks. Here’s a list of fan favorites that are still playing in cinemas:
This time, the saga continues with our favorite Autobots going head-to-head with their fiercest enemies yet. We won’t give away too much, but let’s just say, the stakes are higher than ever before. So buckle up, because this rollercoaster ride is sure to be a thrilling tour de force of jaw-dropping action and cutting-edge special effects!
Our beloved web-slinger is back for another round of multiverse hopping adventures. This film promises to be a thrilling ride, straddling multiple dimensions and exploring new facets of the Spider-Verse that we’ve come to know and love.
2023 • G • 2 hrs 15 mins ADVENTURE, FAMILY, FANTASY, ROMANCE BUY TICKET
Making a splash onto the big screen this week is Disney’s live-action reimagining of the beloved classic, ‘The Little Mermaid.’ With a star-studded cast and enchanting musical score, this underwater adventure promises a heartwarming and visually stunning journey. Ready to go ‘under the sea’ once again?
The latest adrenaline-fueled chapter of the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise, plunges the audience into an international whirlwind of high-speed races and perilous missions. As Dominic Toretto, Brian O’Conner, and their team face daunting challenges and formidable adversaries, they redefine the limits of loyalty, family, and freedom. Get ready to strap in and rev up for this unstoppable, action-packed ride.
Get ready for an intergalactic adventure with the highly anticipated finale to the epic Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy! Helmed by James Gunn, our favorite motley crew of heroes, including Star-Lord (Chris Pratt), Gamora (Zoe Saldana), Drax (Dave Bautista), Rocket (voiced by Bradley Cooper), Groot (voiced by Vin Diesel), Nebula (Karen Gillan), Mantis (Pom Klementieff), Kraglin (Sean Gunn), High Evolutionary (Chukwudi Iwuji), Adam Warlock (Will Poulter), and Cosmo (voiced by Maria Bakalova) return to protect the galaxy one last time. With a toe-tapping soundtrack, breathtaking visuals, and a perfect blend of humor and heart, this Marvel masterpiece promises to be an out-of-this-world cinematic experience.
There you have it, movie buffs! This week’s lineup offers a diverse range of cinematic treats to suit every taste. Whether you’re in the mood for heart-pounding action, spine-tingling horror, or an uplifting sports drama, you’ll find it all at your local theater. Don’t miss your chance to catch these must-see flicks while they’re still showing, and remember to share the cinematic love with your friends and family. Have a great time at the movies!
Every mom knows the magic of the moment when you finally meet your baby, when you hold that baby in your arms and realize that your world has changed forever. You do everything to keep them safe and happy as your maternal instinct kicks in. From their first giggles to their very first playdate in the park, and that unforgettable trip to the beach, you eagerly anticipate and celebrate each precious milestone.
But those first moments also come with worry, hoping that you can protect them from anything that can harm them, especially with their delicate sensitive skin. Many parents are held back by these worries, avoiding certain activities or being hesitant to let their baby try new things, fearing that it will lead to dryness and itchiness.
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“With Aveeno Baby, our mission is to empower moms to wholeheartedly embrace their precious moments with their babies. By offering products that deliver rapid relief from the very first use, we are confident that moms can treasure their baby’s milestones without any concerns or worries about their baby’s sensitive skin,” says Cammie Jimenez, brand manager of Aveeno Baby Philippines.
Watch your little one grow and thrive, while you embrace each first moment with complete confidence. With Aveeno Baby by your side, you can rest assured that your baby will be tenderly nurtured and cared for, allowing you to focus on what truly matters.
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After bathing, make sure to lock in the moisture by applying Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief Moisture Cream. Its formula contains Natural Colloidal Oatmeal and Portulaca Extract, which not only locks in moisture, but also provides rapid soothing relief for baby’s sensitive skin from first use. Enable your baby to have soft, smooth, and healthy skin by using Aveeno Baby–a highly recommended brand by both dermatologists and pediatricians.
Enjoy baby’s firsts with complete confidence, knowing that Aveeno Baby can provide immediate relief and comforting protection for your baby’s sensitive skin. Aveeno Baby products are available at all major online and in-store retailers, and on our official stores via Shopee and Lazada pages.
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Super Dads deserve super surprises, but with Father’s Day just around the corner, the pressure is mounting for the busy and forgetful kids.
But worry not! Let this guide be your savior (and money saver) this season as we present you with some last-minute gift ideas for the different kinds of Super Dads out there. From shoe connoisseurs to foodie daddies, this list has you covered with Father’s Day gifts from SM Deals you can easily shop for on your next stroll at an SM mall!
Cool Kicks for The Sneakerhead Dad
For the dad who has an undeniable passion for sneakers, just the whiff of a new pair of kicks will surely leave him beaming. He’s probably imagining right away where his freshest pair will go on his prized rack of sneakers.
But stepping up your gift-giving game by looking for the perfect shoes could be tricky, especially if you’re wary about your budget. Fortunately, you can score some generous discounts from established brands like Nike’s Invincible 3 and Hyperdunk X EP basketball shoes, as well as Macbeth’s Portsmouth shoes at select SM Supermalls for up to 50% off!
A Striking Helmet for the Biker Dad
Dads who are dedicated to their motorcycles also deserve some love, so gift them with a new headgear that not only protects them when they ride but also makes a bold statement on the open road. So if your dad is an adventurous soul who embraces the thrill of two wheels, a helmet is certainly the perfect gift.
To make this less of a hassle, we’ve got some specific picks you’d want to take a look at. The Seven R1 Blitz from Moto has an eye-popping style with a dual visor and cooling aero vents for a comfortable ride. Meanwhile, the LS2 MX436 Pioneer Chaos helmet from Motostyle has a great grungy look that’s perfect when going off-road.
Smartphone Upgrade for the Techie Dad
Level up your Super Dad’s digital arsenal on his special day! For the dad who is always on the cutting edge of technology, a new smartphone is the perfect present. Whether he’s an avid photographer, a multitasking wizard, or a gaming enthusiast, a high-end phone is sure to cater to his tech-savvy lifestyle.
Since Dad deserves the best, you can’t go wrong with the latest iPhone or the Samsung S22 Ultra. If prices seem steep, know that you can get other gadgets with price drops on SM Deals that would make your ultimate gift lighter on the pocket.
A New Laptop for the Work-From-Home Dad
Take it a notch further and elevate Dad’s productivity and efficiency at home or on the go with a brand-new laptop! In today’s digital age, a powerful laptop has undoubtedly become the backbone of any work-from-home setup, so this is your chance to give Dad an enhanced workflow with this generous gift he deserves.
Cop your giftable laptops from coveted brands like Asus and Acer available in Villman, and make the purchase even more worth it with slashed prices and freebies you don’t want to miss!
Fresh Equipment for the Workout Dad
For the Super Dad who loves to break a sweat and push his physical limits, support his fitness routines with some fresh equipment that could potentially save him trips and subscriptions to the gym!
Let Dad get his leg days and cardio done right with an OVICX X3 PLUS Treadmill. This sleek and stylish treadmill offers a lot of running room and yet it’s easy to fold and tuck away. You can also opt for the Horizon 7.0IC Indoor Bike which boasts comfort and effective assistance to the user’s workout regimen.
A Sleek Watch for the Stylish Dad
When it comes to a dad’s getup, the watch is definitely the statement piece. So for the dad who appreciates the finer things in life and has an eye for detail, a watch is more than just a timekeeping device- it defines his style. That’s why an impressive timepiece will be the perfect gift you could get for him.
If you’re looking for class and elegance in a watch, get your hands on the analog pieces from Seiko, Casio, and Festina at Time Depot for timeless designs to match Dad’s classic look. If he’s more outgoing and opts for the modern look, a Samsung Galaxy Watch might be right up his alley.
A Festive Buffet for the Foodie Dad
This season shall not pass without treating our dads with a sumptuous spread of his favorite dishes. And when it comes to a food-filled festive celebration, you can’t go wrong with an unlimited spread of delicious, meaty dishes and a free flow of drinks, AKA a bountiful buffet!
If he seeks a mashup of different cuisines with an emphasis on the Filipino classics such as Kare-Kare, Sisig, and even some delectable Kakanin just to name a few, then Cabalen is worth a visit from you! For the Dad who loves grilled goods and some hearty hot pot, Tong Yang Plus also offers an unlimited spread of seafood and meats so he can just eat to his heart’s content.
There you have it, the perfect gifts for the different Super Dads out there. But aside from the time constraints, you might be also concerned about your budget. We get it. But finding the right present for Dad doesn’t have to be that painful on your pocket!
With SM Deals’ #SuperDadDeals,you can celebrate Father’s Day with aweSM Deals on your gift shopping and dining. Score huge discounts on gadgets, men’s wear, riding and workout gear, and so much more! #CheckSMDeals for these amazing offers via their website or follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to be updated on their #AweSMDealsEveryday.
So don’t forget to make the upcoming Father’s Day extra special for your Dad, Papa, Tatay, and the father figures of your life by spoiling them at SM Supermalls!
Disclaimer: John Logan’s ‘Red‘ is probably one of my favourite plays of all time. I’ve seen it twice before, as staged by Bart Guingona ten years ago also for The Necessary Theater. He produced it once at the SDA Theater in Benilde in 2013 and again in the CCP in 2014, both with Joaquin Valdez. My attachment to the play and its earlier productions have given me a different insight into Logan’s very cerebral, very articulate play about a fictional hypothesis of why celebrated abstract impressionist Mark Rothko returned a then-very lucrative 35,000 dollar commission to paint murals in the Seagram building’s bougie Four Season restaurant, which rocked the art world in that period.
Running approximately 90-minutes with no intermission, ‘Red’ is a two-hander, with Bart Guingona playing the eccentric painter and JC Santos playing the fictional assistant Ken, who comes to work with Rothko at the time of the painting of the Seagram murals. Broken down into scenes, the play becomes a means by which Rothko can openly discuss his views on art and commercialism and consumerism and the then-modern world’s deterioration in its ability to “be human.” In the play, Rothko is deftly smart and unafraid to lord it over his new assistant. He lashes out and asks Ken to “be a human being for once in your life” while asking the same assistant to “be kind” to his paintings.
Ten years ago, Guingona approached this role with a bit of humor. There was a knowing delivery in the way that his Rothko went at Ken. But with Santos eager, bright-eyed Ken looking so vulnerable and fragile, it brings out the cruelty in Guingona’s new approach. He’s mean. He’s condescending. Ten years have aged Guingona’s approach and there’s a world weariness to his Rothko that is emphasized later on in the play when he starts to feel attacked by the pop artists like Warhol and Lichenstein who have begun to take the art world by storm.
The play is didactic. Rothko and Ken argue, debate, and discuss the intricacies of the color red, Rothko’s own vision and belief about art and culture, and the world’s movement away from all things sophisticated and high brow. Through it, we also investigate the complex relationship between the two characters as Rothko inadvertently becomes mentor, friend, and even father figure to the young Ken, something which he explicitly says he isn’t at the very start.
What makes all of these nuanced shifts and tonal changes apparent is Santos’ portrayal of Ken. As mentioned, he opens the play doe-eyed and innocent but as each scene unfolds, he adds new layers to his relationship with Rothko. He is more comfortable with him as time passes – at first he deigns to ask questions, his posture shifts, the way he looks at the master artist tempers down and then later, he stands his ground and even answers back, he can look at Rothko in the eye and not flinch – the way by which Santos conveys the passage of time is so distinct that it makes the play. Unfortunately, Guingona has chosen to portray Rothko at a fixed point. He doesn’t change except for the ending when he manages to bring out a vulnerability Guingona wasn’t able to tap in earlier productions, it’s only at the finale that he becomes human. But throughout the first three quarters of the play, his approach feels of one note.
And there’s a mannered direction to their line delivery. It’s as if Guingona, who also directs the play, leans heavily into the theatricality of the material. Both characters are very eloquent and very articulate. The mannered way of line delivery lends very well to the moments when the characters enter into their monologues. By emphasizing the scriptedness of the play, the message of the play really jumps out. But there’s also a tension that is created when the play also obsesses over the workings of painting. While talking, the two are engaged in busy-ness. Santos is either always mixing paint or setting up a canvas. The canvasses are huge too and the pair must navigate the cluttered set to move things around. Oftentimes, the stage feels too small for their movements but it helps create this tension of organic activity with the theatricality of the performances.
And the play is as relevant as it ever was! This is an age where AI technology threatens to replace artists and the making of art. This is an age where the new generation boasts of such short attention span that they seem unable to handle overwhelmingly heavier things. This is an age of smart shaming and a changing of the guard. In a way, ‘Red’ as a play becomes a cultural signpost – an anchor, if you will – that reminds us to not be afraid of knowledge and to ask more from the world. To not just settle for “pretty pictures” but to grapple with the stuff of life so passionately.
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Don’t miss out on the final weekend of RED, John Logan’s play, in Manila. Catch the remaining shows on June 16 at 8pm, June 17 at 3pm and 8pm, and June 18 at 3pm and 8pm. These are the last 5 shows! RED is currently being staged at PETA. Secure your tickets now by purchasing them here.
