[UPDATE as of March 31, 2022: NCR remains under Alert Level 1 until Friday, April 15, 2022.]
[UPDATE as of March 16, 2022: Malacañang has announced that the imposition of Alert Level 1 in Metro Manila will be extended from March 16 to 31, 2022.]
In case you missed it, the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) is putting the National Capital Region and 38 other areas under Alert Level 1 starting today, March 1, until March 15! The IATF has also approved the amended guidelines for the said Alert Level.
If you’re wondering which activities and establishments in Metro Manila will now become more accessible with a more relaxed Alert Level, here’s a quick list of the guidelines for you to check out, based on the report of the Philippine News Agency:
There are no restrictions in terms of indoor and outdoor capacities. Everyone can undertake intrazonal and interzonal travel without regard to age and even comorbidities.
All persons, activities, and establishments such as cinemas, restaurants, gyms, and more are allowed to operate, work, or be undertaken at total on-site or venue seating capacity, provided that the minimum public health standards are being observed.
Well-fitted face masks shall be worn properly at all times, except when eating and drinking; participating in sports in venues where ventilation standards can be maintained; and practicing outdoor sports/exercise activities where physical distance can be maintained.
public transportation in areas under Alert Level 1 shall be at full seating capacity. The use of acrylic and/or plastic dividers in public transportation shall not be required.
Those 18 years old and above are required to present proof of full vaccination before participating in mass gatherings or entry into indoor establishments (dine-in services, personal care establishments, exercise and sports venues, cinemas, and more).
For outdoor or al fresco dining and take out channels, no proof of full vaccination is required.
Children ages 17 and below shall not be required to present proof of vaccination status.
“I am vengeance.” The first time that Robert Pattinson uttered these words in The Batman trailer, fans knew that we’re in for quite a different ride in Matt Reeves’ iteration of the Caped Crusader.
That trailer was a year ago. Now, we’re just a day away from seeing the film in all its glory on the big screen! This March 2, we’ll see the Dark Knight as the world’s greatest detective who must track down a masked killer targeting Gotham’s elites. With the killer called the Riddler fond of using deadly contraptions and leaving behind riddles and ciphers for the Batman, the budding hero of Gotham is sought to crack the case and put a stop to the killings with the help of his newfound allies, James Gordon and Selina Kyle, aka Catwoman.
Before the official release of the film, members of the Philippine press were given the chance to attend the film’s global press conference virtually, which was joined by director Matt Reeves, producer Dylan Clark, its cast members Robert Pattinson, Zoë Kravitz, Paul Dano, and more! Below are a few things you need to know about The Batman, according to its creators and cast.
When the Knight is young
There have been different takes on Batman on the big screen, but what sets this new movie apart from the past adaptations? For one, The Batman is set just over a year after Bruce Wayne decided to put on the cowl. This means that just like everybody else going into a new job, he is still learning the ropes. This also gives the viewers a glimpse of his early dynamics with Gordon and Selina.
“I knew that I wanted to take this iteration of a younger Batman who was early in his arc– that there was room for growth, room for an awakening, and put him at the center of this mystery that would pull us into the path of all of these characters,” explained director Matt Reeves who also worked on the script.
Director Matt Reeves and Robert Pattinson in the Batman suit. (Photo: Warner Bros. Pictures)
Robert Pattinson also said that it makes up for a more interesting Batman for him to play.
“Normally for Batman, he goes away, trains, and he comes back fully realized. He’s confident that his abilities have changed, he’s confident and he’s heroic. In this [film], I love all the kinds of frailties he has– like when he was using the cape for the first time. Batman has always been fallible, he’s just a man in an armored suit, but this really embraces that. It makes it more interesting to play,” said Pattinson.
Of course, behind the mask, this Batman is also quite different from being the admired billionaire of Gotham. The Bruce Wayne in this film is a total recluse who is far more focused on being the Batman, rather than putting on the facade of a socialite.
Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne. (Photo: Warner Bros. Pictures)
The Cat’s chemistry with the Bat
As mentioned, The Batman gives us a look at the Dark Knight’s relationships in its earlier days. In the case of Batman and Selina Kyle, the film already bares some romantic chemistry between the two as questions about a city-wide conspiracy put them both on the same path.
Zoë Kravitz who plays Selina Kyle talked about the chemistry between the two characters, saying that slipping into it was very easy.
“Me and Rob had been friends for a long time and I think a lot of [the chemistry] was on the page,” said Kravitz. “It’s really what Matt wrote, the emotional states of both of these characters were so clear and the connection that they find in each other and why they connect was so clear, so I feel like it was kind of built-in.
“These people, they’ve both felt alone their entire lives, and to meet somebody who has a similar way of thinking, and that grabs you the way that they grab each other, I think it really is in the heart of the story and it’s really a big deal for both of these characters to feel this way. So if you’re attached to your character emotionally, it’s really easy to play that part of it.”
Zoë Kravitz’ Selina Kyle and Pattinson’s Batman. (Photo: Warner Bros. Pictures)
Partners in fighting crime
Meanwhile, the dynamic between Batman and James Gordon– who is still a police lieutenant in this film– also stands out in this film. Asked why and how this team-up came to be, James Gordon’s actor Jeffrey Wright believes that the partnership stems from the police officer’s desperation.
“Two isolated characters in a sea of mistrust that is Gotham,” Wright began. “For Batman, there’s something within the core of the character that we’ve come to know that he’s honorable– troubled, and all of that– but there’s something honorable there. I think perhaps he recognizes that maybe there’s a strand of that within Gordon despite the company that he keeps.
“But I think for Gordon, ‘there’s something very useful about this guy, I’m not quite sure what it is.’ Again it’s early days in the relationship, but when he has so few tools of his own and so few partners of his own that he can trust, it’s really out of a sense of desperation that he says, ‘well, bring him on board.’”
Jeffrey Wright’s James Gordon investigates alongside Batman. (Photo: Warner Bros. Pictures)
The Riddler and a city riddled with crime & corruption
The Riddler also gets a revamp in the film– far from the image of an energetic Jim Carrey in green spandex or Frank Gorshin clad in a green suit. In this film, we get a merciless manhunter in a creepy leather mask and a grungy green jacket.
Paul Dano plays this film’s Riddler which director Reeves actually based on the real serial killer known as the Zodiac, who is infamous for not being caught and taunting the authorities with ciphers and phone calls.
Paul Dano suited up as the Riddler. (Photo: Warner Bros. Pictures)
Asked how he brought the Gotham villain to life, Dano said “I spent a lot of time thinking about the Batman.
“I love the idea that you can’t really have Batman without his rogues’ gallery, but I love that you can have this Riddler, without the Batman. I think that the dynamic between them, [in] the storytelling and with the camera, there is some boundary there that I think is beautifully explored.
“There’s more murkiness to the morality, it’s less just hero and villain, and black and white. There’s not just protecting the status quo, there is something wrong in the city, and it’s really complicated to have a villain who– some of his ideas are not wrong, but the execution is a little off. But I found that to be really complicated and compelling. It’s Batman, it’s Gotham, there are these incredible archetypes at work in its history. But I think the contact with reality in this character, [it comes] from an as emotional and psychological place as possible, but the contact with reality is also what makes it, I think, potentially really scary,” explained the actor.
Photo: Warner Bros. Pictures
Inspirations from pages and films
During the press conference, director Matt Reeves also mentioned the many comics and films that inspired The Batman.
“In the comics front, I did a deep-dive and read so many comics. I would say that tonally, [Batman: Year One]. There was something in the tone of that. It was grounded in a way and also felt cinematic in a way that reminded me of an American 70s movie[…] And then Ego by Darwyn Cooke was really important because it was really dealing with the psychology of being Batman, the idea of the beast within and [his] internal struggle, which I thought was really captivating. And I would say The Long Halloween by Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale, that was super important because it was this idea of a serial killer who has a series of crimes and the idea of Batman getting caught up as the world’s greatest detective. Drawing from those, I think the comic book front was really important.
“As for the movies that were so inspirational, to me, there’s a way in which Gordon and Batman in this movie are Woodward and Bernstein, with all the corruption and how high does it go. And so it’s kind of like All The President’s Men, and there’s a bit of French Connection, and there’s a bit of Taxi Driver. You know, it’s neo-noir, it’s like Alan Pakula’s Klute– the relationship between Klute and Bree Daniels very much informs the relationship between Batman and Selina. So there are a lot of 70s movies that were, to me, are the movies that really inspired me to make movies in the first place,” Reeves explained.
Photo: Warner Bros. Pictures
The Batman also stars Colin Farrell, Andy Serkis, John Turturro, Peter Sarsgaard, and Jayme Lawson. Distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, this film opens in Philippine theaters this March 2. Tickets are now available.
The main thing that crossovers have taught us is that they are always exciting, out of the ordinary, but most of all, rare. It’s not always that we get to see our favorite music artists partner for an epic duet, and it surely never gets old when we witness crossovers in superhero movies.
Now, McDonald’s is jumping into that crossover world with the most satisfying and delectable collaboration of flavors and cultures possible – with the Flavors of Asia, bringing you the best of both worlds of Japanese and Korean flavors!
Flavors of Asia also actually serves as a comeback – fans of Japanese cuisine will remember McDonald’s Flavors of Japan, served all the way back in 2019; while McDonald’s served a treat once more just last year with the Taste of Korea. But to make things oh-so-satisfying, this exciting crossover is here to let everyone enjoy the best of both worlds.
Combining the fan-favorite Japanese and Korean-inspired meals together, bite into Flavors of Asia’s savory flavors of the Ebi Burger, boasting a tempura-coated shrimp patty paired with tangy Thousand Island sauce and lettuce (and the perfect Lent-friendly choice!); and the K-Chicken Burger that lets you enjoy a crispy chicken filet with creamy cheddar cheese and served with kimchi and gochujang dressing that will surely tickle and satisfy your tastebuds, with both burgers housed between black and white sesame seed buns.
As with all epic crossovers, your burgers need partners, too – pick among their Shake Shake Fries coming in the Nori variant, for those looking for a sweet and salty, seaweed-flavored twist, and Honey Butter, suitable for those craving a sweet take on their World-Famous Fries; and finally, cool down with Flavors of Asia’s Strawberry Banana Sundae drizzled in sweet strawberry banana syrup and the Matcha Sundae for that delectable green tea-inspired taste!
Can’t decide whether you’re looking for Japanese or Korean flavors? Have both in a snap and never have to choose! Experience the best of both Japanese and Korean worlds with McDonald’s Flavors of Asia, available through Dine-In, Take-Out, Drive-Thru, and McDelivery starting March 2!
To make things more exciting for enthusiasts of all things Japanese and Korean, on March 1, a day before its official launch, make sure to be on the lookout for an exclusive one-day early access to the K-Chicken Burger, Ebi Burger, Strawberry Banana Sundae, and Matcha Sundae, only available at the McDonald’s App!
To avail of this exciting offer, just open your McDonald’s App, locate the tile for Flavors of Asia, claim your stub, and present it at your nearest McDonald’s branch when you order via Dine-In, Take-Out, or Drive-Thru.
As Metro Manila eases its quarantine restrictions, DreamPlay, the world’s first DreamWorks-inspired family entertainment center at City of Dreams Manila, reopens its doors at a limited capacity to welcome back families in a fun and safe environment. One of the safest play spaces for children with a fully vaccinated staff at a Safety Seal-certified venue, the interactive play and creativity center once again shares the incredible stories of DreamWorks through an engaging, immersive, and technologically rich experience for families and children.
Currently open from Wednesday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., DreamPlay can entertain about 100 guests, both children and adults, or at 20% total capacity of the venue at a given time. Following IATF guidelines, children must be accompanied by fully vaccinated adults, who are required to present proof of full vaccination. To maintain a safe environment, signing of health declaration forms before entry and wearing of face masks at all times are being implemented. Tickets with access to all the play space’s attractions are available at P1,500, while non-participating tickets can be purchased for P250. Entry will be on a first come, first serve basis.
Advocating the concept of “learning through play,” DreamPlay allows kids to explore the world of DreamWorks animation, and provides them with creatively interactive and hands-on experience of its stories that are brought to life through the latest digital technologies and its various attractionsspread across its 5,000 square-meter space. Providing a one-of-a-kind educational entertainment, families can explore DreamPlay’s 11 attractions that provide exciting activities that range from challenge courses, storytelling, cooking, and more.
Guests can also interact with beloved characters Shrek, Princess Fiona, Alex the Lion, Kung Fu Panda, King Julien, Puss in Boots, Poppy and Branch from DreamWorks Animation’s world-famous franchises Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, Madagascar, How to Train Your Dragon, and Trolls.
Appealing to both kids and kids-at-heart, Chez Gingy, the dining cafe inside DreamPlay offers classic American, Italian, Asian dishes, and other family favorites such as pizza, pasta, noodles, and well-loved ice creams and desserts.
To complete the playfully educational adventure, families can visit the DreamPlay Shop, the one-stop shop for all DreamWorks toys, goodies, and accessories.
DreamPlay is located at The Shops at the Boulevard, upper ground floor of City of Dreams Manila. For inquiries and reservations, call 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com or visit www.cityofdreamsmanila.com. Explore more of City of Dreams Manila’s promotional offers, rewards, or instantly check Melco Club points with the new Melco Club App, available for free download on iOS and Android.
Do you prefer your bread’s filling to be sweet or savory? Red Ribbon, the brand known for its delectable cakes brings you the best of both worlds with its latest lineup of Bread Rolls! If you’re seeking for delicious and affordable bread rolls to sink your teeth into the next time you’re on a snack break, then they’ve got you covered with six options to choose from.
Red Ribbon’s Savory Bread Rolls include the Asado Bread Rolls filled with tender braised pork swimming in a sweet and savory sauce; the Chicken Floss crowned with a heap of chicken meat floss and flavorful meat spread; and the Spicy Chicken Floss with a bit of a kick that suits the lovers of spice out there.
The sweet-toothed folks out there are also in for a treat with the Sweet Bread Rolls, including the Raisin Bread Rolls which offer soft and sweet pieces of raisins in every bite; the Chocolate Bread Rolls with their signature chocolate chunks; and the yummy Yema Bread Rolls filled with a rich yema caramel filling.
The Asado and Yema Bread Rolls are available in Luzon only, with the rest of the bread rolls available nationwide. The Savory Bread Rolls are priced at P65 per pack, the Chocolate and Raisin Bread Rolls are P25 a pack, and the Yema Bread Rolls are available for P55 per pack. Each pack contains four pieces of bread rolls.
For more information, visit the Red Ribbon Facebook and Instagram pages.
Randy’s giant rooftop donut in Los Angeles attracts droves of people and beckons them to have a bite of this delicious concoction, so much so that it has become one of the USA’s iconic locations.
Now, the world-famous donut brand is opening in the Philippines this April at the Uptown Parade BGC, beside Denny’s. This early, there is so much buzz going around from food lovers who can’t wait to have a taste of Randy’s.
Expect the widely-touted fluffier, airier and larger donuts that stay fresh longer in over 40 flavors when it launches here. From its signature Classic Glazed Raised to deluxe, fancy, and premium varieties such as S’mores, Fruit Loops Raised, Apple Fritter, Butter Crumb, Jelly Raspberry, Cake Sprinkles, and Maple Raised with Churros, Randy’s will make your taste buds dance happily!
Randy’s Donuts can be spotted in movies such as The Avengers where Tony Stark was seen inside a Randy’s donut hole. Its exterior has been used in Arrested Development, Masked Rider, Entourage, The Golden Child, Get Shorty, Problem Child 2, Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles, The Kissing Booth and Runaways among other movies. How cool is that!
Founded 70 years ago, Randy’s has grown exponentially over the years. It has locations in Inglewood, El Segundo, Downey, Saudi Arabia.
Randy’s is the latest brand under The Bistro Group, one of the country’s biggest restaurant chains.
Since its arrival here in the Philippines, Netflix has been continuously bringing us great content to stream on our favorite devices. Whether it’s a kilig drama with characters to fall in love with, a thrilling title that keeps us at the edge of our seats, comedies that give us our much-needed dose of laughter, or just anything that keeps us entertained on the couch or on the go, we surely can count on the streaming service’s rich library of shows and movies.
If you’re always on the lookout for Netflix’s latest releases, then look no further! We’ve listed down ten shows and films to anticipate and add to your watchlist this month of March!
A nine-tailed fox is soon to become human after collecting his fox beads for 999 years. But when a university student accidentally snatches it away, the two must live together to figure out a solution to their dilemma.
Four-year-old Kotaro lives by himself in Shimizu apartments. Acting like a grown-up and a child at the same time, the young boy begins to affect the lives of people around him.
This Hitchcockian thriller follows a thief who robs a tech billionaire’s empty vacation house, but is caught by surprise when the rich man and his wife show up for a last-minute getaway.
An apprentice photographer falls in love with a woman who has an incurable disease, causing her to age rapidly, dozens of times faster than the average person.
Bridgerton returns for a second season, this time focusing on Lord Anthony Bridgerton’s quest to find love, while the debut of the Sharma sisters begins to stir the high society.
Mari Yamazaki’s award-winning manga continues its story in this new anime series, where the Roman architect Lucius travels through time and finds himself in modern Japan and the Edo period, inspiring him to build a bathhouse in ancient Rome.
Want weekly updates on your favorite streaming services? Check out our weekly list of online releases on Netflix, HBO GO, and other streaming platforms in the Philippines.
The stars of Warner Bros. Pictures’ new superhero epic adventure The Batman have taken to the red carpet as part of the celebrations at the film’s London special screening on February 25.
Robert Pattinson who plays the dual role of Bruce Wayne / The Batman led the cast on the red carpet. Joining him were Zoë Kravitz (who plays Selina Kyle), Paul Dano (The Riddler); Jeffrey Wright (Lt. James Gordon) and Andy Serkis (Alfred Pennyworth).
Check out the photos below taken from the red carpet and watch “The Batman” exclusively in Philippine cinemas March 2.
About “The Batman”
From Warner Bros. Pictures comes Matt Reeves’ “The Batman,” starring Robert Pattinson in the dual role of Gotham City’s vigilante detective and his alter ego, reclusive billionaire Bruce Wayne.
Two years of stalking the streets as the Batman (Robert Pattinson), striking fear into the hearts of criminals, has led Bruce Wayne deep into the shadows of Gotham City. With only a few trusted allies—Alfred Pennyworth (Andy Serkis), Lt. James Gordon (Jeffrey Wright)—amongst the city’s corrupt network of officials and high-profile figures, the lone vigilante has established himself as the sole embodiment of vengeance amongst his fellow citizens.
When a killer targets Gotham’s elite with a series of sadistic machinations, a trail of cryptic clues sends the World’s Greatest Detective on an investigation into the underworld, where he encounters such characters as Selina Kyle/aka Catwoman (Zoë Kravitz), Oswald Cobblepot/aka the Penguin (Colin Farrell), Carmine Falcone (John Turturro), and Edward Nashton/aka the Riddler (Paul Dano). As the evidence begins to lead closer to home and the scale of the perpetrator’s plans becomes clear, Batman must forge new relationships, unmask the culprit, and bring justice to the abuse of power and corruption that has long plagued Gotham City.
Starring alongside Robert Pattinson (“Tenet,” “The Lighthouse”) as Gotham’s famous and infamous cast of characters are Zoë Kravitz (“Big Little Lies,” “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald”); Paul Dano (“Love & Mercy,” “12 Years a Slave”); Jeffrey Wright (“No Time to Die,” “Westworld”); John Turturro (the “Transformers” films, “The Plot Against America”); Peter Sarsgaard (“The Magnificent Seven,” “Interrogation”) as Gotham D.A. Gil Colson; Jayme Lawson (“Farewell Amor”) as mayoral candidate Bella Reál; with Andy Serkis (the “Planet of the Apes” films, “Black Panther”); and Colin Farrell (“The Gentlemen,” “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”).
Reeves (“The Planet of the Apes” franchise) directed from a screenplay by Reeves & Peter Craig, based on characters from DC. Batman was created by Bob Kane with Bill Finger.
Warner Bros. Pictures Presents a 6th & Idaho/Dylan Clark Productions Production, a Matt Reeves Film, “The Batman.” The film is set to open in Philippine theaters on March 2; it will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures.
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Streaming services have really redefined entertainment for everyone, and with more viewers exploring more shows across different platforms, the demand and competition between these streaming sites have resulted in a vast pool of content one can watch from their own TVs and gadgets.
If you’re always on the lookout for the latest releases on Netflix, HBO GO, and other streaming services here in the Philippines, we’ve got you covered! On this list, we round up new movies and series that are heading to your favorite streamers from February 28 to March 6, 2022!
This film stars Belle Mariano as the free-spirited Cara who is trying to heal the heart of her best friend Ino, played by Donny Pangilinan, who lost the colors of his vision after a tragic accident.
A nine-tailed fox living for 999 years under the guise of a young professor is set to become a complete human soon, but an accident puts the bead necessary for his transformation inside a university student. He then proposes that they live together while figuring out how to retrieve the bead.
A woman who uses a special electrode device to zap herself whenever she has the urge to kill, embarks on a quest for revenge when the man that she loves is murdered.
An aspiring fashion designer gets to travel back to the 60s through her dreams where she sees the life of a young woman singing in a club. Soon, her visions turn into something more sinister.
Dom must come out of the peaceful life with his family to reunite with the crew and stop a dangerous assassin, who turns out to be Dom’s forsaken brother.
Isn’t it a bummer when you see your favorite movie already playing halfway through when you turn on the TV? Fret not! From rom-com and action to horror and thriller, we’re giving you a heads up on all the must-watch movies on TV from February 28 to March 6, 2022.
February 28, Monday
It Takes A Man and A Woman (7pm, Cinema One) The relationship between Miggy and Laida didn’t last, and neither did Miggy’s business success. When Laida returns to help with a presentation to MET, old feelings come to the surface.
Sid & Aya: Not A Love Story (7:30pm, PBO) A successful stockbroker who suffers from insomnia hires a woman to keep him company during his long, sleepless nights.
Venom (8:10pm, HBO) Journalist Eddie Brock is trying to take down Carlton Drake, the notorious and brilliant founder of the Life Foundation. While investigating one of Drake’s experiments, Eddie’s body merges with the alien Venom — leaving him with superhuman strength and power. Twisted, dark and fueled by rage, Venom tries to control the new and dangerous abilities that Eddie finds so intoxicating.
March 1, Tuesday
Unkabogable Praybeyt Benjamin (9pm, Cinema One) In the long history of military service there is always a soldier named Benjamin Santos. But Gen. Ben’s son Benjamin VII shuns being a soldier, instead opting to be a scientist, and his son Benjamin VIII is gay that Gen. Ben renounces them. Then the old man turns 75 and Benjamin VII, who has become an inventor, decides to reconcile and attends the birthday party with his family.
March 2, Wednesday
The Gifted (5:15pm, PBO) Childhood best friend with a genius IQ become bittersweet rivals when they both fall for Mark.
Bridget Jones’ Diary (6:25pm, HBO) At the start of the New Year, 32-year-old Bridget decides it’s time to take control of her life — and start keeping a diary. Now, the most provocative, erotic and hysterical book on her bedside table is the one she’s writing. With a taste for adventure, and an opinion on every subject – from exercise to men to food to sex and everything in between – she’s turning the page on a whole new life.
Kung Ako Na Lang Sana (7pm, Cinema One) Emmy is a successful businesswoman who tirelessly jumps from one venture to another while she plays the role of a generous provider to her friends and relatives who in need. While carefree Enteng, Emmy’s best friend, is a playboy who seems to take life very lightly. Despite, contrasting personalities, Enteng and Emmy take on life together while trying their best to conceal each of their feelings for one another. Will Emmy and Vince ever find the courage to admit that the love they have been searching for all their lives lies with one another?
Batman Begins (10pm, Cinemax) A young Bruce Wayne travels to the Far East, where he’s trained in the martial arts by Henri Ducard, a member of the mysterious League of Shadows. When Ducard reveals the League’s true purpose — the complete destruction of Gotham City — Wayne returns to Gotham intent on cleaning up the city without resorting to murder. With the help of Alfred, his loyal butler, and Lucius Fox, a tech expert at Wayne Enterprises, Batman is born.
March 3, Thursday
James&Pat&Dave (5pm, Cinema One) To support her brother in college, hardworking assistant hostel manager and online vegetable seller Pat Reyes trains her boss’s hardheaded and exiled grandson, James Raymundo as a hostel employee. In a game of cat and mouse, Pat tries to straighten James up while he tries to get out of doing the hard work. James finds an opportunity to make Pat recommend a raise for him when she needs him to pretend to be her boyfriend to get rid of her returning ex, Dave Verona. But as they discover the rejected souls behind their banters and bravado, they find themselves falling in love for real.
The Lego Movie (5:25pm, HBO) Emmet, an ordinary LEGO figurine who always follows the rules, is mistakenly identified as the Special — an extraordinary being and the key to saving the world. He finds himself drafted into a fellowship of strangers who are on a mission to stop an evil tyrant’s plans to conquer the world. Unfortunately for Emmet, he is hopelessly — and hilariously — unprepared for such a task, but he’ll give it his all nonetheless.
The Dark Knight (10pm, Cinemax) With the help of allies Lt. Jim Gordon and DA Harvey Dent, Batman has been able to keep a tight lid on crime in Gotham City. But when a vile young criminal calling himself the Joker suddenly throws the town into chaos, the caped Crusader begins to tread a fine line between heroism and vigilantism.
March 4, Friday
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (5:25pm, HBO) Lloyd Vogel is an investigative journalist who receives an assignment to profile Fred Rogers, aka Mr. Rogers. He approaches the interview with skepticism, as he finds it hard to believe that anyone can have such a good nature. But Roger’s empathy, kindness and decency soon chips away at Vogel’s jaded outlook on life, forcing the reporter to reconcile with his own painful past.
You Got Me (7pm, Cinema One) Lt. Amor “Moe” Santander is a tough chick who’s used to going after crooks. But there’s also one thing she’s running away from ever since her mother died: falling in love. Lt. Kevin Robles is daunted by most things, but most especially coming clean with the girl he’s been loving from afar for a time now. Meanwhile, Caloy is a pirated DVD vendor whom Moe captures, along with his heart. Things get complicated when Caloy enlists Kevin’s help to win Moe, just when Moe and Kevin’s friendship gets deeper. Who does Moe really love?
The Dark Knight Rises (7:20pm, Cinemax) It has been eight years since Batman, in collusion with Commissioner Gordon, vanished into the night. Assuming responsibility for the death of Harvey Dent, Batman sacrificed everything for what he and Gordon hoped would be the greater good. However, the arrival of a cunning cat burglar and a merciless terrorist named Bane force Batman out of exile and into a battle he may not be able to win.
Ava (10pm, Cinemax) An assassin becomes marked for death by her own black ops organization after questioning orders and breaking protocol.
March 5, Saturday
A Second Chance (5pm, Cinema One) In the continuation of Popoy and Basha’s love story from “One More Chance,” we find the couple walking down the aisle and vowing to love each other “forever and ever.” “A Second Chance” explores realities and intricacies and Popoy and Basha’s married life. We find Popoy as a failed achiever, struggling to keep his business and self-esteem intact, while Basha has given up so much in her life to keep their marriage together. Witness how Popoy and Basha will fight, hope, and live for “A Second Chance.”
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (6:05pm, HBO) Four high school kids discover an old video game console and are drawn into the game’s jungle setting, literally becoming the adult avatars they chose. What they discover is that you don’t just play Jumanji – you must survive it. To beat the game and return to the real world, they’ll have to go on the most dangerous adventure of their lives, discover what Alan Parrish left 20 years ago, and change the way they think about themselves – or they’ll be stuck in the game forever.
March 6, Sunday
Spider-Man: Homecoming (4:55pm, HBO) Thrilled by his experience with the Avengers, young Peter Parker returns home to live with his Aunt May. Under the watchful eye of mentor Tony Stark, Parker starts to embrace his newfound identity as Spider-Man. He also tries to return to his normal daily routine — distracted by thoughts of proving himself to be more than just a friendly neighborhood superhero. Peter must soon put his powers to the test when the evil Vulture emerges to threaten everything that he holds dear.
Catch Me I’m In Love (7pm, Cinema One) NGO worker, Roan, with high ideals about romance, is assigned to accompany the spoiled son of the president as he goes on an immersion trip in an NGO sponsored community. Coming from different worlds, the two find much to fight about. But an attraction soon grows between them.
Charlie’s Angels (8pm, Cinemax) A trio of elite private investigators armed with the latest in high-tech tools, high-performance vehicles, martial arts techniques and an array of disguises unleash their state-of-the-art skills on land, sea and air to track down a kidnapped billionaire-to-be and keep his top-secret voice-identification software out of lethal hands. They’re beautiful, they’re brilliant, and they work for Charlie. In “Charlie’s Angels,” a sexy, high-octane update of the original ’70s action-comedy TV series.
