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Summon your courage to face fear on the big screen when “Evil Dead Rise”

Ayala Malls Cinemas continues to give more reasons to movie enthusiasts to experience and relish once again the joys of watching horror movies on the big screen with their own curation of film titles in the A-List Series. Coming this May 10 as part of it’s a-List Series is “Evil Dead Rise” from the iconic film franchise.

The films follow two sisters being reunited, Beth (played by Lilly Sullivan) visits her older sister Ellie (Alyssa Sutherland) living and raising her children alone in LA. Shortly upon Beth’s arrival, an earthquake popped open a hole in their garage that revealed the Book of the Dead and released evil spirits, ensuing a demonic possession of Ellie, resulting into carnage as she pursues her sister and children.

An appetite for serving up bloody frights reunites the producing team behind the original and successive “Evil Dead” films: producer Rob Tapert and executive producers Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell. They are joined by accomplished filmmaker Lee Cronin to take the action to new places (and heights) with “Evil Dead Rise.” Since 1981, the cult classic “The Evil Dead” has spawned a long-lasting IP and a passionate fanbase that transcends generations. Planning to create an eagerly awaited new film in the franchise, Raimi met with studio executives in 2018 and pitched the idea of doing something new theatrically, leveraging the property while expanding the storytelling.

In keeping with “Evil Dead Rise” director’s (Lee Cronin) vision, Ayala Malls Cinemas lets the audience in an immersive ultimate fear experience as the family fights for survival against a demon-possessed mom turned into a non-stop killing machine.

As Lee Cronin is quick to bring horror back to the basics, he shares, “I hope audiences are going to love the horror, because first and foremost, when you make a horror movie, you want it to be scary and entertaining. I think moviegoers will enjoy the visual verve and restlessness of the movie when it really gets going, along with the fresh experience—this is very much an ‘Evil Dead’ movie, but it’s really in the here and now. And hopefully, it will be an entry point into an even greater ‘Evil Dead’ universe than the one we know to date. I think great horror is something that you watch and then it follows you home, when you turn the lights out. This really takes the horror home.”

You’ve been warned, with an R-18 rating by the local censors board with no cuts, the film’s irreplaceable experience of fear in horror on the big screen is heightened with Ayala Malls Cinemas’ up-to-date state-of-the-art cinema technology. Prepare to step into a riveting summer of thrills where the sights and sounds of horror are inescapable inside Ayala Malls Cinemas when “Evil Dead Rise” is finally unleashed on May 10.

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Book your “Evil Dead Rise” tickets for the big screen fear experience at these Ayala Malls Cinemas – Glorietta, Greenbelt 3, Circuit, Market!Market!, Bonifacio High Street, The 30^th, Feliz, Fairview Terraces, TriNoma, Vertis North, Cloverleaf, Marquee, Harbor Point, Manila Bay, Alabang Town Center, Solenad, Legazpi, Ayala Center Cebu, Central Bloc, Abreeza, Centrio and Capitol Central.

May 8, 2023
Boxing’s “Big George Foreman” only at Ayala Malls Cinemas on May 10

Big George Foreman: The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World, directed by George Tillman Jr. (Men of Honor; The Hate U Give) and starring Khris Davis (Judas and the Black Messiah), charts the legendary fighter’s improbable rise from poverty to win the title, his decision to abandon the ring to preach from the pulpit, and his ultimate return at the age of 45 to become the oldest boxing champion in the sport’s history. Moving beyond the headlines, it’s also an intimate portrait of the man himself. The titular character is played by Krhis Davis and Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker also stars alongside as Foreman’s coach, mentor and trusted friend, Charles “Doc” Broadus.

Ayala Malls Cinemas presents director Tillman’s work as he brings back the historic athlete’s glory on the big screen that delivers boxing’s ultimate comeback story, charting Foreman’s inspirational rise from poverty to Olympic and World Heavyweight champion.

With Hollywood’s new heavyweight hopeful, Khris Davis in “Big George Foreman” who delivers a must-see performance as the former two-time heavyweight boxing champion George Foreman in his biggest screen role yet and about to be seen in a larger-than-life cinematic experience at Ayala Malls Cinemas.

On making his journey into film and finally seeing it on the big screens, Foreman shares that “I may get hit by a car tomorrow. Anything could happen. But I sure would like to have my story out there. And so that’s why I pushed to really do the movie and have it told. You just never know what tomorrow might bring. But once the movie is there, it’s there. It will be around.”

Further, Foreman looks forward for the film audiences to realize that it’s never too late to be the better version of themselves after seeing the movie, “What I like most about the film is that it’s going to be around and everybody who looks at it will say: “I can do better than that.” Especially those who have to get up, brush their pants off, spit in their palms and try again. I think people will say, “If he can do it, I know I can do what I got to do.” That kind of thing, whatever it is, even if it’s not more than: “I’m going back to college.” That’s what I hope people get out of this. Get up. Brush your pants off, fight, and do it all over again. It’s never too late.”

Witness one of history’s most momentous times unfold in theaters exclusive at Ayala Malls Cinemas when “Big George Foreman” finally opens on May 10.

Ayala Malls Cinemas, #WhereAmazingReelsAreReal – book your tickets bundled with delectable popcorn at www.SureSeats.com

Book your “Big George Foreman” tickets and witness an exhilarating moment in history unfold on the big screen only at these Ayala Malls Cinemas – Glorietta, Greenbelt, Circuit, Market!Market!, Feliz, Fairview Terraces, Cloverleaf, Marquee, Harbor Point, Manila Bay, Central Bloc, Centrio and Capitol Central.

May 8, 2023
Red Ribbon Mango-Choco Marjolaine: A Delectable Treat for All Occasions

Red Ribbon takes the delectable mango and chocolate combo to new heights with the introduction of their most exciting cake yet – the Mango-Choco Marjolaine! Perfect for summer indulgence or as a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift, this delightful treat is sure to impress with its unique blend of flavors and textures.

The Perfect Balance of Sweet and Rich

The Mango-Choco Marjolaine features crunchy-chewy wafer layers that harmoniously blend with refreshingly sweet mangoes, rich chocolate filling, and a luscious praline cream. Topped off with a generous sprinkle of roasted cashew nuts. With its delightful balance of sweet and rich flavors, this cake is sure to impress and hit the spot.

A Perfect Gift for Mother’s Day and Beyond

If you’re looking for a new summer treat or have been pondering on something different to gift your moms this Mother’s Day, the New Mango-Choco Marjolaine is your best bet. With the variety of flavors and textures it offers, the sweetness of its mangoes impeccably balancing the richness of the chocolate, it’s a cake that’s sure to impress and hit the spot.

Share the Love or Savor Solo – The Choice is Yours

Whether you plan to share Red Ribbon’s Mango-Choco Marjolaine with your family at home, enjoy it during get-togethers with friends, or simply indulge in it all by yourself, this cake is perfect for any occasion.

Red Ribbon’s New Mango-Choco Marjolaine is perfect for sharing with the family at home or in get-togethers with friends—or as a solo indulgence. Starting at just Php 899 for the Junior size and Php 1,299 for the Regular size, it’s a deliciously satisfying option for any occasion.

Ordering Made Easy

Ready to savor this delectable cake? Check out the complete list of participating Red Ribbon stores here, or order through the Red Ribbon app, website, hotline #87777, or via GrabFood and foodpanda apps. Don’t miss out on this mouthwatering treat – order your Mango-Choco Marjolaine today!

May 8, 2023
GCash signs UN Women Empowerment Principles Commitment

Under the agreement, GCash will further encourage and implement initiatives that provide opportunities for present and future tech leaders regardless of gender. Moreover, the agreement further establishes GCash’s long-standing commitment to the UN’s goal to promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

As a fintech company that values gender equality, diversity, and inclusion as a strong and integral part of its work culture, GCash’s workforce comprises 46% of women leaders including its CEO which is higher than the industry average of 28%.

This was the highlight of GCash’s GTalks, an event commemorating the UN Women International Girls in ICT Day, which put a spotlight on notable women leaders at the helm of the fintech industry.

The program opened with a talk by UN Women country coordinator Rosalyn “Lenlen” Mesina, and culminated with GCash president and CEO Martha Sazon, signing the company’s commitment to the UN Women Empowerment Principles.

With the theme “Empowering Women in Tech”, GTalks aims to inspire all women to make their mark in fintech by hearing different perspectives from various women leaders in the industry.

The event was graced by personalities from diverse tech businesses, namely Connected Women co-founder Gina Romero, For the Women Foundation co-founder Michelle Alarcon, GCash chief technology operations officer Pebbles Sy, and GCash chief people officer Robert Gonzales. The program was moderated by renowned journalist Karen Davila.

“We at GCash are committed to ensure we uphold diversity, equality, and inclusivity in our everyday culture. We are proud to have created a space where women, or any gender, can thrive, and their success is normal and always celebrated,” Sazon said.

GCash adheres to three UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), namely, Gender Equality (SDG 5), Reduced Inequality (SDG 10), and Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8). These help guide the e-wallet in creating a decent and productive employment that fosters both personal and economic growth while making sure no employee is discriminated against based on age, gender, race, disabilities, marital status, personal beliefs, religion and spiritual practices, political affiliation, gender identification, and sexual orientation.

More than just providing safe and convenient services to Filipinos wherever they may be, GCash remains steadfast in its initiatives to become a leading advocate of safe, diverse, and inclusive work culture in pursuit of its vision of achieving “Finance for all”.

May 6, 2023
Makati Medical Center Offers Precision Oncology Cancer Genetics Testing

Makati Medical Center has recently announced a new subspecialty service in cancer genetics. This innovative service aims to identify high-risk individuals through genetic testing and provide personalized care based on their genetic profile.

The new offering at Makati Medical Center is intended for families who have diseases affecting multiple generations, those with specific patterns of malignancies involving several family members, those with more than one primary cancer, and those whose family members develop cancer at a young age.

To provide this innovative service, MakatiMed has enlisted experts trained in the field of Oncogenetics. These experts will conduct pre-test and post-test counselling, and they will be a vital part of the program. Additionally, MakatiMed is working to provide comprehensive genomic analysis and predictive cancer testing for all family members who may want to avail this offering.

Cancer affects millions of people worldwide, and the introduction of cancer genetics through precision oncology at Makati Medical Center represents a significant step forward in the fight against cancer. It is also a testament to MakatiMed’s commitment to providing the highest quality healthcare to its patients.

Interested patients can schedule a genetic counselling session every Monday, from 9:00 – 11:00 AM by appointment. Those who wish to inquire about genetic counselling may contact Ms. Charmaine Gonzales at 632 88888-999 local 7102.

For more information, please contact MakatiMed On-Call at 632 88888 999, email mmc@makatimed.net.ph, or visit www.makatimed.net.ph. Follow @IamMakatiMed on Facebook and Twitter.

May 6, 2023
Free SPAM, Starbucks Bottled Frappuccino, Lotte Juice in S&R Freebie Fest

Fantastic freebies are up for grabs in the new S&R Freebie Fest, exclusively via MetroMart, running from May 5 to 14, 2023.

The S&R Freebie Fest, exclusively via MetroMart, will have various items available for FREE with online grocery delivery orders. Customers just need to add to cart the Free Item of the day, and continue shopping at S&R Membership Shopping on the MetroMart app.

These products include SPAM Luncheon Meat, Starbucks Bottled Mocha Frappuccino, Ghana Dark Chocolate, Prem Corned Beef, and more. All New and Existing Users may check their MetroMart app to see the freebie of the day throughout the promotion period, May 5 to 14, 2023.

Please see the S&R Freebie Fest itinerary below:

*Sale items are subject to availability in S&R branches.

The S&R Freebie Fest, exclusively via MetroMart, is applicable to New and Existing Users of MetroMart. A minimum spend of only ₱2,000 is required in order to avail the discounted items. Each freebie item will be available starting at 9:00 AM each day. Only completed checkout of orders within the scheduled day and time can avail the sale items.

MetroMart users can also use the promo code SNRFREEDEL to avail FREE Delivery at S&R every Thursday within May 2023. The promo dates include May 4, 11, 18, and 25, respectively, and applicable across all S&R branches, terms and conditions apply.

The S&R Freebie Fest is available in participating branches of S&R Membership Shopping. MetroMart’s online delivery service is available all over Metro Manila and key locations throughout the Philippines, including Davao, Batangas, Cavite, Cebu, Pampanga, and more.

MetroMart is the #1 online grocery delivery service in the Philippines. Our grocery partners include S&R Membership Shopping, Robinsons Supermarket, Landmark, The Marketplace, Shopwise, AllDay Supermarket, Merrymart, Super8 Grocery Warehouse, Ever Supermarket, UltraMega Supermarket, and over 500+ specialty store retailers like Pet Express, No Brand, Baby Company, Toy Kingdom, Toys”R”Us, National Book Store, Office Warehouse, Southstar Drug and AllDay Rx. Customers can order from their favorite stores on the MetroMart app and have it delivered to their door in 2 hours! For more updates on MetroMart, like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok at @metromartph. Order groceries online or download the app via https://bit.ly/DownloadNowMM.

May 6, 2023
Jam to the Summer Good Times Music Fest at Megaworld Lifestyle Malls

Get ready to experience the ultimate summer music getaway as Megaworld Lifestyle Malls kicks off the Summer Good Times Music Fest, a series of free concerts featuring local bands and artists!

Summer Good Times Music Fest is happening all month of May, taking place across five lifestyle malls: Uptown Bonifacio and Venice Grand Canal in Taguig, Eastwood City in Quezon City, Lucky Chinatown in Manila, and Alabang West Parade in Las Piñas.

With a lineup of top-tier artists – Zild, Paolo Sandejas, Lola Amour, Dilaw, and more – this festival is sure to be an unforgettable summer adventure that you wouldn’t want to miss.

Celebrate the sunny season with non-stop beats, captivating performances, and unforgettable moments with friends and loved ones. Check out the schedules below and mark your calendars for the hottest concerts of the summer!

May 5 – 5PM at Eastwood City

Paolo Sandejas

May 6 – 7PM at Uptown Bonifacio

Zild

The Good Time

Raven

May 6 – 4:30PM at Lucky Chinatown

Paolo Sandejas

May 7 – 7PM at Venice Grand Canal

Cian Ducrot

May 7 – 6PM at Alabang West Parade

Paolo Sandejas

May 12 – 6PM at Venice Grand Canal

Paolo Sandejas

Tala

Will Mikhael

May 13 – 7PM at Uptown Bonifacio

Lola Amour

Sugarcane

May 27 – 6PM at Venice Grand Canal

JikaMarie

JRLDM

PLAYERTWO

Dilaw

For more information, visit Megaworld Lifestyle Malls’ official Facebook and Instagram pages. You may also log on to megaworld-lifestylemalls.com or call (63 2) 8-462-8888.

May 6, 2023
PLDT celebrates win as PH’s undisputed fastest internet for 5th straight year

PLDT Inc. (PLDT) has achieved a five-peat win at the Ookla® Speedtest Awards™ 2022 — a first for PLDT, and for the Philippines.

Global benchmarking company Ookla® announced that PLDT, the country’s largest digital services provider, achieved a top speed score of 86.52 in 2022, affirming the telco’s dominance and consistent performance in delivering the country’s fastest Internet speeds for the fifth consecutive year.

To celebrate this momentous achievement, PLDT hosted a star-studded party in Makati City. The event was attended by celebrities, brand ambassadors, content creators, influencers, as well as top executives from PLDT and Ookla®.

Among the celebrities present were Miss Universe Philippines beauty queens Gazini Ganados, Bea Gomez, Maureen Montagne, Billie Hakenson, and Kat Legado; model and entrepreneur Tweetie de Leon-Gonzalez; social media personality Eric “Eruption” Tai; actors and PLDT ambassadors Franco Laurel and Jairus Aquino; showbiz personalities Dianne Medina and Roxanne Montealegre; sports host Aiyana Perlas; VJ and host Samm Alvero; content creators Kayla Javier and Andrea Angeles; and gamer and streamer Een Mercado. Talented P-Pop singer FANA wowed guests with an impressive performance, and everyone danced the rest of the night away to a long set of music hits played by DJ Miaow. The event was hosted by Miss Grand International 2016 first runner-up Nicole Cordoves.

Aries’ Photos

PLDT executives, led by President and CEO Alfred S. Panlilio, received the official Fastest Internet 5 Years In A Row award from Ookla Chief Technology Officer Luke Deryckx.

“PLDT’s commitment is to help build and empower the nation by setting the bar high in providing world-class digital services for Filipinos,” said PLDT President and CEO Alfredo S. Panlilio. “For the past five years, PLDT has made big strides to elevate our customers’ experience by delivering the best fixed network services. We intend to keep this momentum and to go above and beyond in ensuring that our customers get the best digital experience wherever they need it – at home, school, or the office.”

Aries’ Photos

Ookla’s Chief Technology Officer, Luke Deryckx, affirms PLDT’s superior network performance for the past five years. He says, “With over 18 million consumer-initiated tests taken daily and billions of data points gathered, the Ookla data paints a clear picture of the performance, quality, and availability of virtually every network in the world. We are proud to recognize PLDT’s hard work in providing the fastest Internet experience in the Philippines and celebrate their achievements in superior network performance over the last 5 years.”

PLDT’s five-peat win at the Ookla Speedtest Awards is a testament to the company’s commitment to providing Filipinos with the best possible internet experience and supporting the country’s digitalization

For more information about PLDT’s Ookla Speedtest Awards, visit www.pldt.com.

May 6, 2023
Discover Spain’s Rural Life Migration Trends with Instituto Cervantes’ May Online Film Series

This month of May, Instituto Cervantes de Manila invites you to embark on a virtual journey to the heart of rural Spain with its online film series, “Geolocalizations and New Ruralities.” Through a selection of four captivating documentaries, the series explores the contemporary rural life of Spain and the new migration trends between cities and rural spaces. Available on Instituto Cervantes’ Vimeo channel, these documentaries offer fresh perspectives on rural communities and the challenges and opportunities brought by socioeconomic change.

A New Era for Rural Communities

Over the past two centuries, rural life has experienced countless transformations, just like urban life. Migration has depopulated vast agricultural areas, with younger inhabitants moving to cities to forge their futures, often in foreign lands. However, recent times have seen a growing desire to recapture the elements of well-being that rural environments offer to people and communities. Life outside the hectic urban pace has emerged as an alternative model of sustainability and coexistence, proposing another way to repopulate rural spaces.

Four Unique Stories from Across Spain

The Instituto Cervantes presents four documentaries that bring us closer to life stories in the countryside from four different points in the Spanish geography. These stories open a window to the lights and shadows of this way of life, offering a contemporary perspective on traditions and the challenges of maintaining these new future investments.

Dive into Spanish Rural Life with These Films

The complete program is available on Instituto Cervantes’ Vimeo channel: vimeo.com/showcase/nuevasruralidades. The series kicks off on May 6th and runs throughout the month, with each film available for 48 hours during their respective screening weekends. The documentaries, presented in collaboration with the Embassy of Spain in the Philippines, will have English subtitles, and admission is free.

On May 13th and 14th, Os fillos da vide (2017), by Ana Domínguez, will be showcased on the channel. If you want to learn about the most ancestral Spanish traditions and everything about our country’s wine, don’t miss this film in which the director Ana Domínguez shows us a piece of her childhood through the grape harvest and festivities of her hometown in Galicia. You will fall in love with their millennial culture, its people, and its landscapes! (Link to the film: vimeo.com/799821212).

The third film of the cycle, 150 i una Grossa (2020), by Aurora Sulli and Núria Deulofeu, takes us to Ametlla de Merola, one of the smallest towns in Catalonia with just over 150 inhabitants. The town’s central core is its theater, but due to lack of resources, it must close down. Everything changes when the town wins the Christmas lottery and the residents decide to use the winnings to refurbish the theater and prevent it from disappearing. The film will be freely available for 48 hours on May 20th and 21st through the link vimeo.com/799848938

Finally, on May 27th and 28th, the film cycle will come to an end with Los saldos (link: vimeo.com/800448839). In this documentary, released in 2022, filmmaker Raúl Capdevila bids farewell to the rural world, which seems destined for disappearance due to the fast pace of modern life. The film tells the story of his return home and how he and his father face the forced industrialization of their town in the form of a Western-style tale.

The films, presented by Instituto Cervantes in collaboration with the Embassy of Spain in the Philippines, will have English subtitles. Admission is free.

Stay Connected with Instituto Cervantes

For further information and updates on this film series, please check out Instituto Cervantes’ Facebook site (www.facebook.com/InstitutoCervantesManila) or the event page: www.facebook.com/events/1456518371820323. To learn more about the cultural program of Instituto Cervantes, visit their website (http://manila.cervantes.es) or follow them on social media (Facebook: InstitutoCervantesManila; Instagram: institutocervantesmanila).

May 6, 2023
“Fast X” to furiously rev up cinemas nationwide starting May 17

The Fast and Furious franchise has been a global sensation for more than two decades, with each new film generating anticipation among fans. The franchise has evolved from street racing to heists and espionage, all while maintaining the central themes of fast cars, thrilling action and family.

With “Fast X,” fans can expect all these elements and more, in the beginning of the franchise’s epic final chapters. Helmed by Louis Leterrier, who is best known for his impressive action filmmaking, from The Transporter to The Incredible Hulk, “Fast X” stars returning cast members Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Chris Ludacris Bridges, Nathalie Emmanuel, Jordana Brewster, Sung Kang, Jason Statham, John Cena and Scott Eastwood with Oscar® winner Helen Mirren and Oscar® winner Charlize Theron. The film also features an extraordinary new cast including Jason Momoa, Oscar® winner Brie Larson, Alan Ritchson, Daniela Melchior, and legendary Oscar® winner Rita Moreno.

Since the Fast franchise began, Dom Toretto has been fiercely protective of his loved ones and is willing to do anything to keep them safe. Time and again, he puts his own life on the line to protect the family he’s created. This time around in “Fast X” though, he has more responsibility on his shoulders—most importantly, his now 8-year-old son, Little Brian (Leo Abelo Perry). This time around, Dom and his crew have yet to face an adversary quite like Dante (Momoa). “Dom has met his match,” director Louis Leterrier says. “Dante is fluid—he’s a snake. Not only has Dante analyzed Dom for twenty years, but he’s learned from Dom and is completely unpredictable.”

Dante, portrayed by Jason Momoa, is the son of the crime lord Hernan Reyes, whose final confrontation on a bridge with the crew in Fast Five sealed his fate. Now, Dante is out for revenge. “What you didn’t see in Fast Five, and what we see at the beginning of Fast X, is that Hernan had a son, Dante, who was knocked off that bridge and went into the ocean,” producer Jeff Kirschenbaum says. “Dante was dead for two minutes and came back to avenge his family. He’s studied Dom, and he’s ready to unravel everything that’s important to him. He’s taking Dom’s reputation, fracturing his family and framing the entire team.”

Momoa was excited to infuse his own flare into the portrayal of Dante. “I hadn’t played a villain in about 10 years, and the opportunity to have that role in this franchise meant so much to me,” Momoa says. “I was excited to inject a fresh and entertaining element to the character, and it was fun to figure out his specific balance of playfulness and psychopathy. Dom doesn’t understand how tricky and sly Dante is, and how Dante has duped him into his web.”

Star and producer Vin Diesel says. “When we made the first movie, we filmed it in L.A. and it was a regional story. We never anticipated its global implications or appeal. We certainly didn’t anticipate that we would travel all over the world and take the theme of family around it.”

Advance tickets now on sale at your favorite cinemas nationwide. Follow Universal Pictures PH on FB and IG for the latest updates. #FASTXPH

May 5, 2023