Marvel Studios has released today the first trailer for the highly anticipated film “The Marvels,” now available for fans to enjoy.
In “The Marvels,” Carol Danvers, also known as Captain Marvel, has reclaimed her identity from the oppressive Kree and avenged herself on the Supreme Intelligence. However, her actions lead to unforeseen consequences and a destabilized universe.
Carol’s duties take her to a mysterious wormhole connected to a Kree revolutionary, where her powers become entwined with those of Kamala Khan (Ms. Marvel) from Jersey City and her estranged niece, S.A.B.E.R. astronaut Captain Monica Rambeau. This unlikely trio must join forces and learn to work together to save the universe as “The Marvels.”
The film stars Brie Larson, Teyonah Parris, Iman Vellani, Samuel L. Jackson, Zawe Ashton, and Park Seo-joon. Nia DaCosta directs, with Kevin Feige producing. Executive producers include Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Mary Livanos, and Matthew Jenkins. The screenplay is written by Megan McDonnell, Nia DaCosta, Elissa Karasik, and Zeb Wells.
The Philippines’ first and only organization of illustrators for Children, Ang Ilustrador ng Kabataan (Ang INK), will open its annual exhibit titled “At Home” on Thursday, April 13, at Parola: UP Fine Arts Gallery in Quezon City. The exhibit opening will be followed by a public reception on Saturday, April 15.
Featuring 60 house-shaped art pieces in various digital and traditional media, the exhibit presents a behind-the-scenes look at the home life of Ang INK members or “Inkies”. The collection also showcases various interpretations of what “home” means to Inkies or what “home” could be like.
Viel Vidal’s “Safe Safe Space Space”Mickey Velarde’s “Shelter”May Tobias-Papa’s “Clingy”
“It is where the heart is, but sometimes, also where the ‘asar’ is,” say the Inkies. “Life at home is complex and nuanced. More than shelter, the home is witness to myriad activities, experiences, and memories.” Among the works are Viel Vidal’s “Safe Safe Space Space”, which spotlights a figure who appears to be dreaming while reclining comfortably with closed eyes. Mickey Velarde’s “Shelter” depicts several dogs of various breeds at play indoors. “Clingy” by May Tobias-Papa zooms in on a child enfolded by kisses of his parents.
Jomike Tejido’s “The Maker’s Space”Angela Taguiang’s “You Feel Like Home”Tiny Sison’s “Forever Home”
Jomike Tejido’s “The Maker’s Space” is a non-representational mixed media piece while Angela Taguiang’s “You Feel Like Home” is a conceptual portraiture piece rendered in an analogous palette. “Furever Home” by Tinay Sison features a multi-panel narrative highlighting vignettes from the life of a cheerful pet owner.
Kim Santiago’s “Salubong”Benedict Reyna’s “Batkivshina”Rex Aguilar’s “Growing Home”
Kim Santiago’s “Salubong” is a vibrantly coloured illustration that presents frisky pets welcoming their owner who has just come home. “Batkivshina” by Benedict Reyna shows a solitary figure in a steampunk-esque sleeping area who seems to be communing with spirits, while Rex Aguilar’s “Growing Home” is a multimedia collage with delicately cut-out trees.
Ian Reverente’s “Uwian Na”Liz Ranola’s “Home is Anywhere the Fam is”Patricia Ramos’ “After School Special”
Ian Reverente’s “Uwian Na”, a playful digital art depicting comic book references to a “Baston of Destiny”, “Blazing Tsinelas” and “Striking Walis Tambo”. Liz Ranola’s bold black, white and red rendering of “Home is Anywhere the Fam is” shows a cheerful family with pets, while Patricia Ramos’ “After School Special” focuses on a student who has just come home sharing a snack with her dog.
“After being away, a taste of home is delicious and a glimpse of home can be very precious,” they add. “We can welcome people into our home for some company or choose to shut the door if some solitude is in order. We can be ourselves, wear our rattiest clothes, make a mess, and just be ‘at home’.”
Mini Art Fair and Panel Discussions
Held in conjunction with the exhibit will be a series of panel discussions and a mini art fair offering books, artworks and craftproducts produced by Inkies.
The art fair also takes place on Saturday, April 15 at 12PM together with a panel discussion 1 to 3PM on “What makes a good picture book?” Moderated by Zeus Bascon, the discussion features publisher Frances Ng, librarian and storyteller Zarah Gagatiga; Adman, children’s book author and comics creator Russell Molina, and illustrator Fran Alvarez.
The panel discussion on “The Artist as Storyteller: How Illustrations Shape Stories” is set for 12NN on Friday, April 18. Moderated by Liza Flores and Rommel Joson, the discussion features “Ang Batang Papet” illustrator Angela Taguiang, “Tintin’s Birthday Party” illustrator Marcus Nada, “Tapak! Tapon! Tama!” illustrator CJ Reynaldo, and “Ang Unang Engkantada” illustrator Jap Mikel.
“Elsewhere: Philippine Children’s Illustration within the Global Landscape”, a panel discussion moderated by Isa Nazareno, will be held on Saturday, April 29. The discussion features writer and reading advocate, Xi Zuq; writer and children’s storybook development specialist, Al Santos; and illustrator Bianca Lesaca.
I am MAD (Making A Difference) Volunteers Inc. (I am MAD), a nationwide nonprofit, non-governmental organization, announced it is now accepting volunteers to its ‘MAD Camps’ this year, open for all ages, especially to the Filipino youth and young professionals.
Recognized by the Ten Accomplished Youth Organizations (TAYO) Awards Foundation, ‘MAD Camp,’ the organization’s flagship program is a three-day outreach program where it gathers volunteers to facilitate values formation activities anchored on the Department of Education’s core advocacies.
The group engages school children ages 10-12 with tasks designed to promote positive Filipino traits and inspire them to see themselves as dreamers and future leaders with a volunteer heart. Volunteers usually stay in the beneficiary school to camp. The last day is set aside for local community immersion and exploration. Know more about MAD Camp here bit.ly/madcampinfokit2023.
With a minimal contribution and on a first come, first served basis, registration is now open via bit.ly/madcamp2023reg.
“A volunteer’s registration fee to a MAD Camp is not a payment for comfort. It is an investment for a lifetime experience,” said Christian Marx Rivero, I am MAD co-founder and chairman as he emphasized that joining the volunteer work of I am MAD is not for comfort but for the lessons they will gain in making a difference together with each other and the communities it serves.
With the theme ‘Reignite the MADgic: Celebrating 13 Years of Volunteerism,’ the NGO calls on everyone to rekindle their spark in serving, relight their paths forward, reawaken their vision together with the organization, renew their individual passions, and relive the MADgic of volunteerism for the community.
This year’s MAD Camps mark the return of its full face-to-face community engagements that was hampered by the COVID-19 pandemic.
As schools and provinces reopen for face-to-face activities, I am MAD is encouraging everyone to be part of its upcoming full in-person volunteer opportunities get ‘MAD’ in the following areas of the Philippines: Albay (April 28-30), Davao Oriental (April 28-30), Sarangani (May 5-7), North Cotabato ( June 9-11), Davao de Oro (July 21-23), Nueva Ecija (August 26-28), Quezon (September 15-17), Isabela (October 20-22), Negros Occidental (November 10-12), and Bukidnon (November 24-26).
About I am MAD (Making A Difference) Volunteers Inc.
I am MAD (Making A Difference) Volunteers Inc. (I am MAD) is a nationwide, volunteer-powered non-profit organization focused on mobilizing the Filipino citizens, especially the youth, in helping empower our younger generation to discover their dreams and passions, adopt a more values-oriented mindset, and eventually make a meaningful contribution to nation-building.
I am M.A.D. believes that even through our smallest positive habits and simplest acts of volunteerism, we can contribute to the betterment of our society.
The organization has been twice recognized as one of the Ten Accomplished Youth Organizations (TAYO)awardee in 2015 for its main program, I am M.A.D. Camp(under the Culture and Arts, Peace, and Human Development category); and a national finalist in 2018 for its MAD Talks events (under the Culture, Arts, and Heritage category).
Step inside Ayala Malls and you’ll immediately feel a tingle of excitement! Known for offering beyond the necessary, Ayala Malls commits to awaken amazing for mall patrons and visitors. Each mall is designed to be a lifestyle and cultural center that addresses not only your basic needs but provides you with leisure and recreational outlets as well. With creativity and diversity as main pillars, each Ayala mall is designed and developed with a unique and memorable concept in mind.
As the world continues to embrace its reopening, Ayala Malls is gifting customers with new brands opening in several of their branches, many of which are the first in the Philippines!
What’s new in Ayala Malls Manila Bay?
Ayala Malls’ largest shopping mall to date is housing more fashion brands with the arrival of HOKA’s first store in the Philippines, exclusive to Ayala Malls Manila Bay. Finally, runners have a new haven for their passion’s needs and wants! A favorite among many athletes and fitness personalities, the French-based label is known for its Meta-Rocker technology, which is designed to propel runners forward and encourage a more natural stride. HOKA is also famous for its cushioned running shoes. Empowering everyone to feel like they can fly, the store is designed with 300 overhead moving bulbs worth P16,000 pesos, giving its visitors a similar high and exhilaration of living your best adventure in wide open outdoor spaces.
What’s new in Ayala Center Cebu?
With its reputation as a prominent supplier of GPS technology, serving diverse markets such as aviation, marine, fitness, and outdoor recreation, Garmin is extending its reach with the opening of an exceptional new store in Ayala Center Cebu. This VisMin store sets itself apart by featuring a golf simulator – a first in Southeast Asian stores, providing customers in the region with an unparalleled shopping experience. Through the simulator, Golf enthusiasts can visualize and appreciate the Garmin golf devices with revolutionary advancements, ranging from launch monitors, range finders, and smartwatches that offer crucial insights and data, enabling golfers to achieve their best performance, regardless of age or skill level, from the driving range to the final putt.
What’s new in Alabang Town Center?
Without a doubt, active living is back! Not that it ever left. But nowadays, activities like running, fitness, and other sports and outdoor activities are more present than ever. In addition to the roster of fitness brands launching all over Ayala Malls is Nike—the iconic sportswear that never stops evolving! Being the innovator that they are now, they are opening Nike Live, a first-in-the-Philippines experiential store concept, in April 2023 at The Corte in Alabang Town Center.
For foodies everywhere, Kiwami opens its first South store in Alabang Town Center. Located in Corte de las Palmas, it features four Japanese masters in one space. Their menu combines all concepts making ordering convenient.
How about a comfort food classic? Tiong Bahru is bringing its award-winning Hainanese Boneless Chicken Rice to the table at Alabang Town Center, its first branch in the South. Located in the Upper Ground Corte Expansion, the globally-acclaimed restaurant is a Michelin Bib Gourmand Awardee 5 consecutive years from 2017.
What’s new in Glorietta?
A favorite lifestyle destination located at the heart of Makati CBD, Glorietta continues to bring the best offerings to fashionistas, art enthusiasts, coffee aficionados and thrill seekers to name a few!
Its name mirrors sophistication and class— just like the brand! La Vie en Rose celebrates women through products that fit real life and provide comfort to body and soul, while making shopping for lingerie, swimwear, sleepwear fun and effortless. Founded in 1985 by Harry Karren in Canada, the brand has gained a niche for itself on a global scale and is now the leading Canadian specialty lingerie retailer. This year, it finally opened its first home in the Philippines in Glorietta — one of its first in Asia.
Art and fashion find a home in this unique, hybrid brand of sorts. The RVCA name (pronounced: rew-ka) was developed first and foremost out of the “v” and “a” = which symbolizes the balance of opposites and how they coexist: nature x industrialization, woman x man, past x present…future. today. tomorrow. life. It is a design-driven lifestyle brand which combines art, music and fashion in an original way. What’s more, this is also another first in the Philippines!
Feel like going on a Korean escape? You’re in luck because Korea’s largest coffee chain, Paik’s Coffee, is now in the Philippines. Founded in 2006 by celebrity chef Jong Won Paik, the franchise serves great Korean coffee with a variety of options, including Espresso, Americano, Caramel Macchiato, Cafe Mocha, and Condensed Milk Latte. There are also non-coffee options including Chocolate Latte and Green Tea Latte.
Enjoy active living through play and discovery at the recently launched Omniverse, one of four educational attractions of the Philippine Amusement and Entertainment Corporation (PAEC) in Ayala Malls. Marvel and learn from this 3,000 sqm museum, home to the biggest all-original, colossal lot of the BIGGEST collectibles in the Philippines – designed to inspire its guests through the virtues each showcased superhero personifies. See you at Japan Town, Roof Deck!
What’s New in TriNoma?
Ayala Malls continues to usher the most amazing lifestyle experiences to its patrons featuring new stores–each one standing as the brand’s first ever branch in Northern Metro Manila.
Fashion fave, Harlan + Holden moved to a bigger in-line space to showcase its first conceptual store in the Philippines featuring its very own cafe, Because Coffee by Harlan + Holden. The globally-recognized, minimalist fashion brand carries office classics and leisurewear with eye-catching cuts and silhouettes. Meanwhile, Because Coffee serves both classic and unique flavors—in addition to staples like flat white, latte, and long black, are drinks like flat monkey (a flat white with sweet and salty ground peanuts), sea salt latte (a brown sugar latte topped with sea salt cream), and campfire coffee (an espresso and thick double chocolate drink topped with toasted vailla marshmallow crème).
Other notable stores that opened its first branch in the North are Aston’s Steakhouse, a Singapore-based restaurant chain renowned for serving affordable Western cuisine; as well as ChaTraMue, a popular Thailand-based milk tea brand.
What’s new in Fairview Terraces?
The comeback of entertainment culminates at the grand opening of the BIGGEST Timezone in the Philippines at Fairview Terraces! Built for delightful family fun and adrenaline-pumping adventure, the branch is complete with arcade games, various kid’s activities, karaoke rooms, bowling alleys, and billiards tables.
After the action-packed adventure comes the yearning for mellow relaxation. Plan your next stop at the new Wiltlover Café, a cozy nook elegantly decorated with colorful dried fleurs. Wiltlover Café is specially dedicated to caffeine lovers and enthusiasts, promising to serve only high-quality coffee beans that are proudly sourced locally.
What’s new in U.P. Town Center?
Your neighborhood coffee shop is finally in U.P. Town Center: Chapter Coffee Roastery and Cafe! A go-to among aficionado, the coffee roasting company specializes in premium single-origin Arabica coffee. They also carry a collection of blended coffee beans, professionally curated and measured to create a truly unique flavor profile that caters to different taste preferences. Pair it with their new Chapter donuts for an indulgent afternoon snack!
Additionally, U.P. Town Center will be a new home for Reforma Studio, which offers pilates classes complete with machines. This specialized gym is the first-of-its-kind in the whole Katipunan area. Dare to challenge your fitness and seek a healthier you, with the guidance of expert coaches at the group classes.
What’s new in Ayala Vertis North?
Can’t get enough of Dean & Deluca’s epicurean delights? Well, the wait is over for many Northies as Dean & Deluca opens a new store in Ayala Vertis North! Featuring a global menu complete with pastries, pastas, steaks, and more, diners can celebrate special moments and feast with their loved ones at this exceptional restaurant.
The gastronomical adventure continues with another culinary favorite—Cibo. With the opening of its first branch in Northern QC, more Pinoys can get a taste of award-winning Italian dishes by the renowned Chef Margarita Fores.
With all the new concepts and stores now present in Ayala Malls, customers can rediscover the joys of shopping and dining. For more information, visit https://www.ayalamalls.com/ or head to /AyalaMalls360 on Facebook and @iloveayalamalls on Instagram. #KeepAmazingGoing
As more and more women today are pushing the limits, changing the norm, and revolutionizing industries, their voices deserve to be amplified, their horizon of possibilities expanded, and the great strides they are making sustained well beyond what they have already achieved.
As in previous years, Globe joined the International Women’s Month conversation as co-presenter at She Talks Asia 2023: Rebuild, a one-day summit recently held at the Globe Tower. This movement celebrates the modern Filipina, empowering more women to embrace their power and reimagine the active role they play in driving their dreams and ambitions.
Globe Chief Commercial Officer Issa Gueverra-Cabriera at She Talks Asia 2023
The event was graced by a powerhouse of inspiring young and fearless women, who led discussions about self-confidence, financial independence, work-life balance, and all the things that matter for women in rebuilding their personal well being, finances and career.
For its part, Globe sponsored a segment that brought to the forefront empowering stories of success by trailblazing Filipina entrepreneurs and executives.
During one of the sessions at the Globe and She Talks Asia Summit, Issa Guevarra-Cabreira, the first female Chief Commercial Officer of Globe, shared her colorful journey of breaking through the glass ceiling in a male-dominated industry.
As part of the women taking up nearly half of leadership positions in Globe, Guevarra-Cabreira spoke about her own experiences and those of other strong female leaders in achieving success amidst a challenging environment. She revealed her secrets to thriving in an industry with a gender gap, to inspire more women to feel unfazed and empowered despite the norms.
“What we are as women is more than the work that we do because we are many things at the same time. At different times of the day, we play multiple roles. Like now I am Chief Commercial Officer, but also part of our women’s community, a daughter, mother, and a friend,” said Guevarra-Cabreira.
“This means a range of challenges for which we need the right support so that we can overcome and inspire others with our own experiences and say these were worth going through,” added Guevarra-Cabreira.
Rizza Lana-Sebastian, the mindful entrepreneur behind skincare brands Mink and Lana PH, was also one of the featured guests at the summit, representing Filipina social entrepreneurs who continue to shatter stereotypes and thrive in the industry.
Lana-Sebastian talked about her business journey as a woman and how she grew her brands, shared the pivots that changed her life and her initiatives, and dished life lessons and enabling tips for budding women entrepreneurs. One of the highlights of her talk was also on the importance of embracing technology and digitalization in entrepreneurship.
“Success is all about being true to ourselves and our passions and being open to new things. All these combined with the best partners in business will enable us to thrive and succeed. Globe Business has been one of my brands’ reliable partners that provide empowering digital solutions and connectivity to achieve breakthroughs, resilience and continued success,” said Lana-Sebastian.
To further support not only women but also the underprivileged youth, 100% of the ticket sales from She Talks Asia went to the Mano Amiga Scholarship fund for girls to give them more access to educational resources and help promote early proficiency in technology.
Mano Amiga is a school that provides affordable, high quality education to disadvantaged learners. Its partnership with Globe brings to life the “Globe Maker Lab and Innovation Hub”, which is a program designed to enhance the delivery of world class STEM education to underprivileged K-12 students as part of Globe’s commitment to the 10 UN Sustainable Development Goals.
To know more about the event and how Globe’s ecosystem of solutions and services empower women today, you can watch the She Talks Asia Summit here.
After months and weeks of giving you teasers and hints on what may happen at this year’s RAKRAKAN , it has been revealed that this festival will be conquering CLARK GLOBAL CITY this June 10-11, 2023. This is to guarantee you that this year’s event will be more fun and exciting as we bring everyone to our new festival home in Pampanga. Everyone is welcome to attain another one-big-fun EXPERIENCE for this year’s festival wherever you will be coming from.
For your recognition, RAKRAKAN Festival is an annual music festival in the Philippines that features a wide range of music genres, including rock, metal, hip-hop, OPM, pop, and such. The festival was first held in 2013 and since its debut, the festival has grown to become one of the greatest music gatherings in the country. But because of the pandemic, it was postponed until 2020 to ensure the safety and wellness of our crowd. But now, there’s no more stopping by as the #TheReturnOfTheComback fever is on!
This year’s festival is actually inspired by COACHELLA which is well-known in the big international scene and is loved by the crowd because of its awesome presentation of activities and spectacular tricks. So, why not adapt its fever to RAKRAKAN Festival? This became the foundation of the event into molding the idea of creating a lot more activities for people to make the most out of it with fulfillment. In addition to a range of other attractions like skateboarding events, graffiti contests, food and merchandise bazaars, RAKRAKAN has developed a reputation for having a thriving and diverse music scene as well as for having enthusiastic and devoted fans.
How about you tell us your favorite bands you wish to perform at the festival? Don’t be shy, and write as many as you can because like the usual, RAKRAKAN festival is built with MULTI-STAGES to cater over hundreds of artists that will surely rock fire to the stage.
This year’s RAKRAKAN festival is pleased to add up interesting, fun, and wild flavors to the event for people to EXPERIENCE the best 2-day music fest of their life; making it sure that no dull moments will be captured.
Are you also into Car shows? RAKRAKAN Festival lets you enjoy it together with one of the biggest, the nation widest, and the longest running outdoor car show and lifestyle event in ASIA, BUMPER TO BUMPER CAR SHOW!
How about seeing artists participating in our FIL Pro Wrestling while mouthing wild wordplays in our Sunugan Rap Battle? We got it all for you!
But how are you not gonna miss everything in the festival? You should go CAMPING with us in order to catch up on all the best EXPERIENCE!
There are so many activities, truly a festive event, as we keep on bombing you with new and great interests. There’s more to expect. E-Sports and many more? Let’s just wait for more surprises! ?
For updates and ticket selling please visit rakrakanfestival Facebook, Instagram, and official website rakrakanfestival.com
“It’s more than an exorcism; it’s a conspiracy.” So says director Julius Avery about The Pope’s Exorcist, the terrifying new horror thriller opening in cinemas April 19. “There’s something much bigger going on. The stakes are massive,” To give the audience the feeling of how big the stakes are, Avery shot the film in larger-than-life international locations that reflected everything the characters uncover. “We shot on location in Rome. We shot in Ireland. We found amazing, old architecture, where we built some of the biggest sets I’ve been involved in,” he adds.
Building an abbey in Ireland
Central to those is the abbey. In the film, Vatican’s chief exorcist Father Gabriel Amorth (played by Russell Crowe) has to cast out the demonic possession of a young boy named Henry (Peter DeSouza-Feighoney), whose family had just moved to an old and abandoned abbey in Spain, as a fresh start and a new project for his recently widowed mom Julia (Alex Essoe).
Director Avery specifically wanted a Northern European gothic milieu – grey, cold, and foreboding – and they decided to look for locations in Ireland. Following an extensive search around the country, they settled upon an abandoned castle in Limerick. “It was a gothic type building structure, deep in the woods. It offered us an elevated site, a clear skyline behind us, and an approach road,” explains location manager Eoin Holohan. The design team dressed the grounds with dead vegetation and built an exterior entrance gate and a cloister.
The filmmakers captured the interiors of St. Sebastian Abbey on stages in Ardmore Studios outside Dublin, Ireland. “We created a composite set of what a Spanish abbey might have looked like, and built a huge set with multiple bedrooms, a giant entryway, a bunch of hallways, catacombs and chapel, all to create the reality of the environment,” recalls producer Doug Belgrad.
Henry’s bedroom, site of the demonic possession, was a crucial set at Ardmore Studios. This space incorporated a vaulted ceiling, a large window (which matched the exterior of the castle), and a mirror. “The room has the shadows of its former life as an abbey,” explains production designer Alan Gilmore. “There are religious symbols on the windows, a gothic arched vault; architecture from a bygone era, 400 years ago. In the movie, poor Henry gets possessed and a horrible transformation happens to him in his bed.”
Designing for the Devil
During pre-production for The Pope’s Exorcist, director Avery and director of photography Khalid Mohtaseb discussed the film’s visual language, tone, color scheme, and style. He and production designer Gilmore pulled together photography references and used mood boards to craft a muted world where colors are quashed and serene.
Costume designer Lorna Mugan helped achieve this aesthetic. “Color plays a huge role in the Catholic Church,” she explains. “From the humble black of priests, which represents poverty and simplicity, to the Pope in pure innocent white. In between, cardinals wear blood-red to represent shedding their blood or sacrifice for Christ. Their purple comes from the old notion of royalty.”
The characters were enhanced not only with their clothing, but with prosthetics. From the beginning of his involvement with the project, director Avery did not want to rely heavily on CGI. “The hardcore horror fans and audiences can smell something fake. They know it from a mile away when it’s not real,” says producer Michael Patrick Kaczmarek. “It was important to make these effects grounded in reality.”
Practical effects and prosthetics required DeSouza-Feighoney to spend three hours in the makeup chair, giving the young actor a crooked nose, a prosthetic forehead with no eyebrows, and a jaw glued to his neck. “I also had an evil grin prosthetic, which made me look constantly smiling,” he recalls. “I loved getting the prosthetics done, because the finished product was really cool.”
About The Pope’s Exorcist
Inspired by the actual files of Father Gabriele Amorth, Chief Exorcist of the Vatican (Academy Award®-winner Russell Crowe), The Pope’s Exorcist follows Amorth as he investigates a young boy’s terrifying possession and ends up uncovering a centuries-old conspiracy the Vatican has desperately tried to keep hidden.
The film is directed by Julius Avery, screenplay by Michael Petroni and Evan Spiliotopoulos, screen story by Michael Petroni and R. Dean McCreary & Chester Hastings, based on the books “An Exorcist Tells His Story” and “An Exorcist: More Stories” by Fr. Gabriele Amorth.
The cast is led by Russell Crowe, Daniel Zovatto, Alex Essoe and Franco Nero.
In cinemas starting April 19, The Pope’s Exorcist is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #ThePopesExorcist
The highly-anticipated The Super Mario Bros. Movie has taken the world by storm, earning a staggering $378 million in its opening week and setting multiple box-office records. The film now holds the title for the Biggest International Opening Weekend of 2023, Second-biggest animated opening weekend of all-time, Biggest Illumination opening of all-time, Biggest Video Game Adaptation opening of all-time, Biggest Japanese IP opening of all-time, and No. 4 Universal Opening of all-time.
Mario (Chris Pratt) in Nintendo and Illumination’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie, directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic.
For the first time, iconic global entertainment brands Illumination and Nintendo join forces to create The Super Mario Bros. Movie, a new, big-screen adventure starring pop culture’s most prominent plumber of the past four decades. Based on the world of Nintendo’s Super Mario games, the film invites audiences into a vibrant, thrilling new universe unlike any created before in an action-packed cinematic comedy event.
Luigi (voiced by Charlie Day) in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, from Nintendo and Illumination.
Mario is voiced by Chris Pratt, who has been a fan of The Super Mario Bros. games since he was a kid. Mario is a guy from Brooklyn with big dreams. He’s the classic ‘big brother’ brimming with charm and confidence. We catch up with Mario right as his newly launched plumbing business has gone off the rails. Just when things couldn’t get worse, he is unwillingly transported to the Mushroom Kingdom and separated from Luigi. Here, and with the help of Princess Peach, it’s up to Mario to save his brother and discover his courage, resolve and perseverance.
(from left) Princess Peach (Anya Taylor-Joy) and Mario (Chris Pratt) in Nintendo and Illumination’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie, directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic.
Princess Peach, voiced by Anya Taylor-Joy, is the capable leader of the Mushroom Kingdom, sworn protector of the Toads and a master of the magical Power-Ups. Together, Peach and Mario embark on an adventure to stop Bowser and rescue Luigi. When Bowser threatens her kingdom, Peach will stop at nothing to defend it and its citizens.
(from left) Princess Peach (Anya Taylor-Joy), Mario (Chris Pratt) and Toad (Keegan-Michael Key) in Nintendo and Illumination’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie, directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic.
Luigi, voiced by Charlie Day, is Mario’s devoted (and anxious!) little brother and business partner. Where Mario is calm and confident, Luigi is…not. After the brothers fall into the Warp Zone, Luigi is captured by Bowser. When the world is in danger, Luigi must face his fears head-on and find the courage to finally step out of his older brother’s shadow.
Don’t miss this record-breaking film from Universal Pictures International, The Super Mario Bros. Movie opens April 19 in PH theaters.
Ben Affleck’s latest directorial venture, “AIR,” is set to hit Philippine cinemas on April 19, and it’s a project that hits close to home for the passionate sports fan. The film showcases the undeniable impact of basketball legend Michael Jordan, not as a biopic, but as an influential presence that shaped the sports world and the rise of Nike’s Air Jordan brand.
For Ben Affleck, an avid sports fan, directing “AIR” was an honor. Plus, he got to work directly with the Greatest of All Time, Michael Jordan. In creating “AIR,” Affleck expressed his fascination with human excellence and genius, qualities he believes Michael Jordan embodies. He was determined to involve Jordan in the project, grateful for his insights and guidance throughout the filmmaking process.
“I really believe that human excellence is a beautiful thing,” says Affleck. “The concept of genius is one of the things that’s most fascinating to me, and Michael Jordan is nothing if not a genius.”
However, “AIR” is not Michael Jordan’s story, “but there is no story without him,” explains the director. “I would not have made this movie without first reaching out to him. And I’m grateful to Michael for sharing what was important to him. His presence and influence is felt throughout the film, though we don’t see his face. Because he is such an icon—an undisputedly important and meaningful figure, someone everyone holds in such high esteem—we didn’t want to shatter the illusion, but rather let the audience invoke their own memories and experiences of what Michael Jordan means.”
One key suggestion from Jordan was the casting of Academy Award®-winning actress Viola Davis to play his mother, Deloris. “It turns out that Michael is a genius casting director as well” Affleck laughs. Talking more about his meeting with the sports legend, the director shares, “He was gracious enough to sit down with me, and he had a couple of things that were important to him. Michael wanted to honor the contributions that people made, and he was quite adamant that Viola play his mother. I guess that’s very in keeping with Michael Jordan—to set the bar as absolutely high as possible and then expect to reach it.”
The Perfect Choice
Producers and screenwriter Alex Convery agreed that Affleck was the perfect choice to direct “AIR.” “Ben Affleck is whip-smart and a fantastic director,” producer Jon Weinbach, whose previous producing credits include “The Last Dance,” states. “This story clearly connected with him on multiple levels: as a legit sports fan, as a child of the ’80s, and as an astute interpreter of modern American history in films like ‘Argo.’ He also had the gravitas to elevate this story, attract an unbelievable cast, bring in some of the best professionals in the industry, and—perhaps most importantly—to approach Michael Jordan and get his thoughts on it. None of that was possible without Ben at the helm, and it was wildly exciting to see him make it all happen.” His love for sports, keen understanding of modern American history, and ability to attract a stellar cast made him the ideal candidate. His involvement was crucial in securing Michael Jordan’s input and bringing the story to life.
About “AIR”
“AIR” also stars Ben Affleck and boasts an impressive cast, including Matt Damon, Jason Bateman, Chris Messina, Marlon Wayans, Chris Tucker, and Viola Davis. “AIR” reveals the unbelievable game-changing partnership between a then-rookie Michael Jordan and Nike’s fledgling basketball division, which revolutionized the world of sports and contemporary culture with the Air Jordan brand.
Affleck directed from a screenplay by Alex Convery. “AIR” is produced by Peter Guber, Jason Michael Berman, David Ellison, Jeff Robinov, Madison Ainley, Damon and Affleck.
In Philippine cinemas April 19, “AIR” is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery company. Join the conversation online and use the hashtag #AIRMovie
Bonifacio Global City (BGC) is everyone’s go-to spot to bring their fur babies out for a day out from open parks that let them run free to pet-friendly establishments, hoomans and pets alike are guaranteed a great time at BGC.
In fact, since 2021, BGC has celebrated Pet Huddle, a pet fair hosting small businesses catering to pets’ everyday needs, and also providing fur parents and babies with fun activities throughout. And this 2023, it will be back and better than ever as BGC hosts the fourth Pet Huddle – the biggest pawty of the summer!
To be held this April 22 and 23(April 15 and 16)and in partnership with pet apparel line Hey Pacey, take a stroll by Fifth Avenue at Bonifacio High Streetfor a pawsome bonding day with your furbabies! Fur parents can expect a total of 50 merchants, all small businesses, to splurge on their pets with; while pets coming over can have their own fun with activities ranging from a Pet Parade, Pet Blessing, and a Pawject Runway that’ll see participating pets striking their best paw-se!
Fashion at its best
Pet Huddle has been home to many of BGC’s most stylish pets – and this year, they’ve got you covered, too!
From witty statement shirts, quirky bandanas, to dainty dresses, getting to comfortably dress our pets up is a highlight for every fur parent. To let you stock up on your pets’ wardrobe, this year’s Pet Huddle has you covered with merchants ranging from ChuyoPaws, Nini&Co, to Barktown to keep your fur babies in style!
Food brands to keep your pets healthy
BGC’s Pet Huddle merchants have got you covered for your pets’ health
Health and diet intake remains to be an utmost priority for every pet parent, wanting to make sure their pets get premium care when it comes to what they consume on the daily. And with BGC’s Pet Huddle, fur parents are in good hands as the event will also be home to small businesses that offer the best and healthiest food and treats to keep your pets’ tummies energized, happy, and healthy.
Be sure to take a stop by merchants such as Pupsicles, Kyuubites, MooniesTown, and more, who will all be serving it up with the best options for your pets!
Good-to-have essentials for your fur babies
Need to stock up on your fur babies’ essentials? Take a stop by BGC Pet Huddle!
Taking great care of our pets and keeping them happy is a commitment every fur-parent enters. Apart from adorable clothing and healthy treats, other essentials such as collars, shampoos, and ointments are a must for our pets. Be treated to the Pet Huddle’s range of merchants that will let you check these off your to-do list, including brands such as Moondison’s Collections, Kott’s, and Labsky Pet Suppliess to keep you up-to-date on supplies that will let you provide a better and happier lifestyle for your pets.
Each day of the Pet Huddle will be free for entry from 9:30 AM to 9:30 PM to let every fur parent and baby experience a fun-filled day packed with pawsome moments. Keep your eyes and paws peeled for more information by following BGC’s Facebook and Instagram.
BGC PET HUDDLE is presented in partnership with Hey Pacey!
