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  • Love is in The Air with These February Titles from Discovery+

    Settle in and get comfortable as discovery+ brings Filipinos all kinds of love this February. From getting-to-know-you, to tying the knot, to love stories that have ended in true crime––no matter what you’re looking for, discovery+ has it all covered.

    Strangers in Love

    The twelve singles in the Korean reality show Strangers in Love each take their shot at romance as they go through seven rounds of missions in the hopes of finding the one.  Candid moments reveal the participants’ progress since arriving at Strange Village, but will they be lucky in love? Find out by streaming the show now on discovery+!

    Strangers in Love

    Tarek and Heather: The Big I do

    Following a stunning proposal, Tarek El Moussa and Heather Rae Young dreamed of a fairytale beach wedding in Mexico that would be bigger and better than their engagement. However, with just 14 weeks to go before the big day, they scrap their original plans and prepare for a perfect wedding celebration at Santa Barbara, California with the goal of making it a memorable day not just for themselves but also for their family and friends. Currently available for a romance-filled binge-watching session, the couple race against time as they plan and finally exchange vows on Tarek and Heather: The Big I do.

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    Sex Sent Me To The ER

    Every relationship has its ups and downs, and that includes adventures in the bedroom. CatchSex Sent Me To The ER now available on discovery+ for stories of sexual escapades gone wrong resulting in a medical mishap that leaves one participant in need of emergency care. Some accidents can be easily laughed off while other misadventures turn into a tale of caution. At the end of the day, it’s always the doctor that gets the couples out of a bind.

    Sex Sent Me To The ER

    Ken and Barbie Killers: The Lost Murder Tapes

    Dive into the case of husband and wife Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka in the Ken and Barbie Killers: The Lost Murder Tapes. The case of two missing schoolgirls are tied to Bernardo when his bruised wife tells the police that he is the killer. What’s more shocking is that Homolka claims that there are home videos of Bernardo assaulting the girls hidden somewhere in their marital home. Watch the series now to uncover the truth behind the married couple’s closed doors.

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    Anni: The Honeymoon Murder

    Anni: The Honeymoon Murder delves into murder of the newlywed bride Anni Dewani. Her story becomes one of South Africa’s most infamous and mysterious crimes. Join Dewani’s family in seeking the truth behind her death and parse through testimonies from lawyers, police, and persons involved in the docu-series now available for streaming.

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    Each week, discovery+ brings Filipinos new and exclusive discovery+ Originals. This month and available now to stream is Homeboy, which follows Rajiv Surendra–best known as Kevin Gnapoor in Mean Girls–as he shares how to transform mundane tasks into beautiful art. Coming later in February are Discovering David Dobrik: Africa on February 15, which follows David and his friends to South Africa where they get in touch with their wild side, and Million Dollar Wheels with Jamie Foxx on February 28, where fans of luxury motors can catch a glimpse of the competitive world of car dealing.

    Download and subscribe to discovery+ to get your fix of the lovebug and other shows this February. Available across multiple platforms including connected TVs, web, mobile, and tablets. Follow discovery+ on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for the latest updates.

  • The latest ‘Scream’ movie is a lot of fun but isn’t scary at all

    I really enjoyed the first ‘Scream’ movie when it came out in 1996. I remember watching it in the theater and was fascinated by how self-referential the film was (I’m not sure but we didn’t use the word meta back then) and how it criticized and praised slasher films and managed to provide surprises all throughout. I don’t remember much from the second and I never got to see the third and fourth.

    Considering that my attachment to the franchise isn’t deep, I was able to follow the story of the latest sequel (the fifth!), Scream, and enjoyed seeing Neve Campbell, Courtney Cox, and David Arquette return as their characters. In fact, I enjoyed their return more than I did the new characters and they are not the real protagonists of the story.

    In this latest installment, the story follows two sisters, Samantha and Tara, who live in Woodsboro where the events of the very first movie transpired. Tara is attacked at home by Ghostface and Samantha must return to her hometown and face the dark secret that has led her to leave in the first place.

    In this reality, the story of the movie had been turned into a movie called Stab and everyone is aware of “the rules of surviving a slasher film,” and what is surprising is the amount of indifference the students of Woodsboro have with the news of another attack. Yes, the circle of friends that we are introduced to is affected by Tara’s attack but they are so desensitized by the idea of Ghostface returning to their town. They talk about it openly and discuss who would probably get attacked next. They walk around carrying tasers and protection. This is a town whose youth population is completely used to violence.

    In fact, it feels oddly reminiscent of how present-day Americans are so used to school shootings. They live normal lives and when a school shooting happens, they know exactly what to do. Is this a commentary on the violence happening in America today and it’s no longer a big thing among the youth? I can’t help but point that out.

    Scream Movie Review

    As Samantha investigates and tries to discover who attacked her sister, we are once again brought into the world of the franchise and people openly talk about their lives as if it were a slasher film because, after all, a killer is on the loose. There is a tongue-in-cheek aspect to this that is taken to its furthest extreme. It makes the film funny, funnier than I expected it to be, and then the film is not only making fun of itself (and slasher movies and franchises) but it started to unravel how films these days are so reactive to the audience.

    The relationship of movies and their fans is given center stage in the discussions here and it shows how much of the audience has become savvy of the outer workings of the film industry that some films are more focused on pleasing the fans than they are on committing to a story.

    And while this new installment of ‘Scream’ is working hard to hit the right notes balancing fresh scares with old themes, it falls into the trap of not hitting all the story beats. Melissa Barrera, who plays Samantha, doesn’t have the flair of holding your attention. Other characters are more interesting than our lead: Jenna Ortega’s Tara is so promising while Jasmin Savoy Brown and Mikey Madison are so interesting to watch as part of Tara’s group of friends, who are all possible victims or perpetrators. As the film tries to juggle the legacy of the franchise and bring something new to the series, its capacity to make us attached to these new characters doesn’t quite stick.

    Scream Movie Review

    So when Neve Campbell, Courtney Cox, and David Arquette arrive to reprise their roles, that’s when the electricity returns for the film. The three have a complete understanding of this world and this particular genre so their presence creates electricity for the film. Unfortunately, it’s not their movie. I wish they had more screen time.

    And so while ‘Scream’ is fun because it takes itself lightly, reveling in the meta-discussions of slasher films in a slasher film, it’s never actually quite scary because we don’t really care that much yet about the new characters. There’s an inventive sequence filled with fake jump scares that’s just an absolute hoot to watch but other than these small moments of brilliance, the film doesn’t quite explode as it could.

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    But considering foreign reviews have called this the best installment out of all the sequels, then I’m glad I didn’t see the third or the fourth. I had fun but it’s not going to stick with me the way the first movie did. Interestingly enough, that’s actually even mentioned in the film.

    My Rating:

    5 stars - Don't Look Up review




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    Scream is holding sneak previews in select cinemas on February 1 and will release nationwide on February 2, 2022.

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  • 8 Scary Asian Horror Games for a Spine-Chilling Virtual Experience

    While we appreciate Western horror’s slashers and CGI-infused jumpscares, Asian horror also has a distinct way of scaring us viewers– thriving from beliefs that are close to home, like curses and local urban legends, and slowly building up dread before a terrifying climax. But this style of Asian horror does not just apply to films or TV series, as video games created by Asian developers also create that distinct atmosphere for players.

    If you’re looking for such video games, this list has you covered! We’ve rounded up some Asian horror games that can be fun and terrifying at the same time! Note that to give more attention to lesser-known titles, this list skipped some of the globally recognized horror games from Japan, such as the Resident Evil, Silent Hill, and The Evil Within franchises. If you haven’t played those, be sure to also add them to your list of games to play soon!

    Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water

    PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, & Nintendo Switch

    Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water is the fifth installment in Japan’s Fatal Frame, aka Project Zero, series. It puts players in the shoes of different protagonists as they try to uncover the truth behind the mysterious incidents in Mt. Hikami. Along the way, you will be faced with vengeful ghosts trying to drag you into the afterlife, but with the help of your camera obscura, you can defeat these spirits and be able to see their last moments in Mt. Hikami, leaving clues on what really happens in the sacred mountain.

    Detention

    PC, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, iOS, & Android

    Taiwan’s Detention is a 2D side-scroller set in the 1960s when Taiwan was under Martial Law. It follows two high school students who got trapped inside their school, which has transformed in unsettling ways. To escape, the player must navigate the haunted campus that’s filled with tricky puzzles and evil creatures.

    Mad Father Remake

    PC & Nintendo Switch

    In this horror adventure puzzle game from Japan, players take the role of Aya Drevis, an 11-year-old girl who must uncover the secrets of the Drevis mansion where terrifying experiments are being conducted every night. Make use of dangerous tools such as knives, hammers, chainsaws, and bottles of eyeballs to survive and discover the truth.

    White Day: A Labyrinth Named School

    PC, PlayStation 4, Android, & iOS

    White Day: A Labyrinth Named School is a chilling horror stealth game from Korea. Set on the eve of the gift-giving holiday White Day, the young student Hee-Min slips into school to hide a box of candies for the girl he likes. But soon, he finds himself trapped in the building with a killer janitor and the souls of the dead close on his heels. Play as Hee-Min and survive the night in the haunted school that’s full of secrets and horrors.

    Paranormal HK

    PC

    Set during the night of the Hungry Ghost Festival, this first-person horror game follows a group of young people who gathered in Kowloon Walled City to shoot for their online supernatural channel “Beyond the Invisible”. But as the crew members begin to disappear one by one, Ah Lok finds himself faced with a series of terrifying phenomena. The only thing that pushes him is to find their actress Kathy and get her out of there as soon as possible.

    Paper Dolls

    PC, PlayStation 4, & Nintendo Switch

    This Chinese horror game will also be appreciated by puzzle-loving players. Plagued by nightmares of paper dolls attacking you, you decide to take your daughter to your ex-wife. But when your disorientation causes theca, you find your daughter missing and your search for her leads you to a deserted Asian mansion. As you investigate further inside the mansion, a tale of terror buried for a hundred years starts to unravel.

    Pamali: Indonesian Folklore Horror

    PC

    This horror game gives players a dip into Indonesian folklore. Explore haunted places, interact with mystical objects, and discover the mysteries involving Indonesian myth, coupled with the country’s taboo and culture. Ultimately, survive the night filled with horrors in every turn.

    The Coma 2: Vicious Sisters

    PC, PlayStation 4, XBox One, & Nintendo Switch

    This Korean survival horror game is presented as a 2D side-scroller. You play as Mina Park, a Sehwa High student who suddenly awakens in her school during the night. The school that was once so familiar looked eery, and she finds herself being stalked by a sinister figure that looks like her teacher. To survive, she must explore the school and its surrounding district where she will have to face mysterious beings and creepy creatures.

    BONUS: Ikai (Demo)

    PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, & Nintendo Switch

    This psychological horror game is another title to look forward to, set to release on March 29 this year with a demo now available on Steam. Steeped with the darkest tales from Japanese folklore, the game takes the player to the feudal era where a priestess of a shrine must defeat the spirits of both her past and present.

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  • Operation Smile Promises to Transform the Lives of 1 Million Patients in 10 Years

    Global nonprofit Operation Smile announced a 10-year commitment to increase access to care for 1 million patients who need cleft care and other essential surgeries. Entering its 40th anniversary year, the organization will scale up its investments in underserved remote areas around the world.

    The announcement marks an evolution for Operation Smile, which will continue to work as the leading global nonprofit specializing in expert cleft surgery and care and will focus more intensely on transforming local health systems. The organization’s new vision includes creating expanded opportunities for women in medicine, investing significantly in research, innovation, surgical education, and youth empowerment, all of which are factors that impact cleft care.

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    “As we enter our organization’s next decade, we are deeply focused on increasing the number of high-quality cleft surgeries, which requires strengthening local health systems,” said Operation Smile Co-Founder and CEO Dr. Bill Magee. “We’re committing today, to transforming lives by challenging inequities in the health system head-on to serve a million people who need care.”

    Founded in 1982, Operation Smile has provided free, life-changing surgical and dental care for more than 326,000 patients, enabling them to eat, breathe, speak, and live healthier lives. With each surgery, the organization has seen how gaps in health care infrastructure create barriers to access and perpetuate inequities in health care systems.

    “Our experience has shown us that long-term investments in health care infrastructure and partnerships with local medical leaders are critical to serve children with cleft conditions, and that our work and presence in a country provides greater access to high-quality care,” said Kathy Magee, Co-Founder and President of Operation Smile. “Our focus will always be on cleft care, but we are also empowering our world-class medical teams fueled by 6,000 global volunteers to provide comprehensive care for patients autonomously.”

    Over the next 10 years, Operation Smile will collaborate with local partners, including ministries of health, donors, corporations and academic institutions to bolster in-country health systems to reach its goal of increasing access to care for 1 million patients.

    Initial investments as part of the organization’s next decade of commitments include:

    • $8 million investment in Guatemala over five years, which will support five hospitals across the country to provide cleft surgery for 1,200 patients and comprehensive care for 3,400 patients 
    • $10 million investment over five years to support a network of hospitals and care providers across seven geographic areas in Mexico, which will provide care for 4,500 patients 
    • $9 million investment over five years to support patient care in Colombia, including in Riohacha Hospital, a public hospital located at the border with Venezuela where indigenous communities and migrants receive care 
    • $6 million investment over five years to support the CHUK Hospital hub in Rwanda and outlying locations, including surgeon and clinical support, patient nutrition, dentistry and more

    To ensure the long-term success of these investments, Operation Smile is partnering with local stakeholders to revolutionize how health systems deliver surgical care in underserved areas around the world.

    “Philippines has been one of the major hubs of Operation Smile and was actually founded here. So this milestone is especially important to us. It’s a great time to rededicate ourselves to our commitment to provide access to high-quality and holistic care to Filipino children and their communities. So we can continue the legacy of 40 years of learning and success,” said Emiliano Romano, Executive Director of Operation Smile Philippines.

  • foodpanda Launches Rider Lounges at WalterMart and Robinsons Malls

    foodpanda, the world’s leading online food delivery marketplace, has partnered with Robinsons and Waltermart Malls to launch Rider Lounges where the company’s rider partners can comfortably rest and regroup as they wait for customers to book their services.

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    Comfortable lounges for foodpanda riders while they wait for orders.

    The initiative aims to help driver-partners to more effectively and easily pick up orders from foodpanda’s partner merchants in the said malls.

    Aside from benches and stools where the riders can sit comfortably, there are also designated stations for sanitization, charging devices, and water refilling.

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    Aside from offering a place to stay for the riders, foodpanda patrons who are also RMalls+ App members are given discounts. foodpanda and Robinsons Malls also offer a voucher of P100 for a minimum purchase of P399 from participating merchants at Robinsons Malls. Patrons can avail of the offer by using the code RMalls100 on the foodpanda app.

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    The Rider Lounges have charging stations for partners.

    The foodpanda app can be downloaded on the Google Play Store (Android) and Apple App Store (IOS).

    foodpanda Rider Lounges with Robinsons and Walter Mart Malls Details:

    The Rider Lounges can be found in the following locations:

    • Waltermart Makati 3rd floor, beside the Medical City Clinic
    • Waltermart North EDSA Entrance beside Mercury Drugs
    • Robinsons Manila 2nd floor, Midtown wing, near Calvin Klein
    • Robinsons Galleria Level 2 Veranda, Alfresco near Banapple
    • Robinsons Magnolia Mezzanine Level Parking (space near DSA)
    • Robinsons Dasmari–as Mall entrance in the basement near admin office
    • Robinsons Starmills Lower Ground floor, Activity Center

    In Robinsons’ role in supporting foodpanda’s initiative of establishing a Rider Lounge, Vice President of Marketing & Business Development at Robinson Land Corporation, Commercial Centers Division, Joel Lumanlan shares, As a way to show support and gratitude to the hardworking riders, we are glad to provide them a dedicated lounge, in partnership with foodpanda, where they can relax and recharge in-between tasks while waiting for customers to book their services.

    And with its impact on efficiency and effectivity, Lumalan adds, The availability of delivery riders who are always on standby results in faster response to customers who are ordering from foodpanda merchants in Robinsons Malls.

    The Rider Lounges will be available for use starting 28 January until 28 February.

  • Epson Elevates the Home Cinema Experience with The New 4K Resolution Projector

    Aimed at inspiring innovative visual experiences, Epson continues to strengthen its home projector range with the launch of EH-LS12000B – its latest 4K resolution home theater laser projector. Specially designed to deliver immersive big-screen entertainment for movie nights and competitive gaming, the EH-LS12000B promises to impress with the delivery of ultra-rich detailing and vibrant colors to recreate the ultimate larger-than-life cinematic experience from home.

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    With state-of-the-art technology combined with Epson’s strong track record of visual excellence, the EH-LS12000B delivers phenomenal image quality and color brightness that will not fail to impress. Representing Epson’s premium range for home projectors, the EH-LS12000B achieves up to 8.3M pixels, allowing users to enjoy movies in high definition in a dedicated home theater set up in the comfort of their own homes. 

    The technological breakthrough of a new 4K image processing chip to deliver 4K resolution will offer home cinema enthusiasts vibrant high-quality and crystal-clear images without distortion. Additionally, not only does this model have HDR10+ High Dynamic Range for extra details, depth, as well as natural and richer colors, its HDMI 2.1 port connectivity and low input lag time of under 20ms also means even hardcore gamers will be enthused by 4K resolution that supports up to 120fps. This allows precise display reaction times to support a wide range of gaming and entertainment applications and devices, including the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X – making this a perfect choice for gaming enthusiasts.

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    Featuring a brightness of 2,700 lumens color/white brightness, the 3LCD technology utilised by the EH-LS12000B produces rich, balanced and true-to-life colors, while the HDR10+ High Dynamic Range accentuates dynamic detail without the rainbow effect for an exceptional and comfortable home viewing experience. Supporting Calman calibration solutions, the EH-LS12000B is able to deliver high standards of color accuracy for the ultimate picture quality. In-built functions also include the Scene Adaptive Gamma mode, which increases contrast levels to enhance the luminance of the brightest white and the deepest black without over exposure.

    Powered by a laser light source instead of a conventional lamp, this model is designed to be incredibly long lasting and is maintenance-free for up to 20,000 hours, while producing less exhaust heat and low power consumption for energy efficiency. Precise, flexible and easy installation is also made possible with powered 2.1x optical zoom, powered focus and motorised lens shift. With the patented front exhaust design and a wider lens shift, users can confidently install the EH-LS12000B on shelves or even in spaces that are not perfectly aligned against the wall or projection screen.

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    “With the launch of our latest top of the range 4K home theater laser projector, the EH-LS12000B truly elevates the typical home movie viewing to an enthralling and wholly immersive cinematic experience with its high image quality and flexibility, while also being an ideal choice for gamers with its low lag times,” said Eduardo Bonoan, Marketing Division Head of Epson Philippines. 

    The EH-LS12000B will be available in the Philippines starting February 2022. Visit https://www.epson.com.ph/ or contact your nearest Epson Authorised Dealer store for more information.

  • Start the Year of the Tiger with the McDonald’s App’s Swerte Deals!

    There’s no better way to ring in the Chinese New Year than with lucky deals from McDonald’s! Bringing back the nostalgia and memories of traditional McDonald’s angpaos, the much-awaited coupons in celebration of the Chinese New Year festivities are now digital. From January 29 to February 28, 2022, customers can enjoy great fortune through the Swerte Deals available in the McDonald’s App.

    Celebrate Chinese New Year with McDonalds Swerte Deals

    The McDonald’s App, which offers exclusive deals and offers all year round, joins in on a celebration of a prosperous Year of the Tiger through the Chinese New Year Swerte Deals Festival. Just download the McDonald’s App to enjoy a variety of big discounts up to 34% or Php 50 OFF on McDonald’s favorites:

    • Squeeze in a quick fix merienda with the McCrispy Chicken Sandwich Meal only at P55
    • Satisfy the craving for something crispy, juicy, and saucy with the McCrispy Chicken Fillet Ala King Meal for P59
    • Treat your tummy to a 1-pc best-tasting Chicken McDo with Regular Fries Meal for only P99
    • Indulge in the delicious and filling Triple Cheeseburger Solo only at P99 (that’s Php 50 OFF!)
    • …and so much more!

    Welcome new beginnings and attract signs of swerte to bring you luck and a prosperous year ahead! Stay tuned for more exciting activities this Chinese New Year by downloading the McDonald’s App on the App Store and Google Play Store. Claim these Swerte Deals on the App via Drive-Thru, Take Out, or Dine-In! 

  • Rockwell Invites the Fortune of the Brave with Spring Festival 2022

    Rockwell kicks off 2022 by celebrating traditions that afford the community ways to connect meaningfully and gleefully.

    First up: the Chinese New Year Festivities. It’s the Year of the Water Tiger, one that’s known for its fluidity and flexibility. Rockwell will mark this new beginning with retail patrons, within the safe confines of their homes, or at Rockwell’s malls. 

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    From January 28 to February 1, 2022, Power Plant Mall’s annual traditions such as the highly-anticipated Spring Festival Fair will be back at the South Court, R1 Level. Heart Factory Accessories, Touch of Craft, and Paul Raymond Studio will showcase their uniquely crafted gifting items, lucky charms and crystals. Chinese delicacies from Polland Hopia will also be available at the fair. 

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    The Chinese New Year wouldn’t be complete without fabulous dining. Shoppers can celebrate at 8 Treasures, located at the P1 Level in Power Plant Mall and the G/F of Santolan Town Plaza, and try out their delectable roast platters. 

    To boost the positive energy for the year, more crystal companions can be found at Accessory Lab, at the R2 Level. 

    Santolan Town Plaza CNY

    The Rockwell community in San Juan are in for exciting treats. Santolan Town Plaza continues its Rockwellist Tote promo for purchases until January 31, 2022. Those who spend at least 5,000.00 from February 1 to 6, 2022 will get a chance to win angpao surprises. Arton Strip, Rockwell’s newest retail property in Katipunan, also has prizes in store for their regulars. 

    Customers can look forward to a year filled with fortune. They can welcome the year with special jade plants available at The Fruit Stand by Rockwell at the P1 Level, and on shop.TheRockwellist.com. Shopping safely from home is made possible, as assorted gift sets from Kee Wah Bakery are available on the site. These can also be purchased via Rockwell On-Demand, Rockwell’s buying assistance service. 

    A great deal of excitement awaits avid Rockwellists this 2022, as more rewards will be coming their way soon. Tune in to their Facebook and Instagram pages. 

  • TV Guide: Movies Showing From January 31 to February 6, 2022

    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 January 31 to February 6, 2022.

    January 31, Monday

    24/7 In Love
    (7pm, Cinema One)
    Seven love stories intertwine and are brought together by a die-hard fan who tries to win her dream boy’s heart.

    Despicable Me 2
    (7:25pm, HBO)
    Now that Gru has forsaken a life of crime to raise Margo, Agnes and Edith, he’s trying to figure out how to provide for his new family. As he struggles with his responsibilities as a father, the Anti-Villain League — an organization dedicated to fighting evil — comes calling. The AVL sends Gru on a mission to capture the perpetrator of a spectacular heist, for who would be better than the world’s greatest ex-villain to capture the individual who seeks to usurp his power.

    February 1, Tuesday

    Mr. & Mrs. Cruz
    (5:30pm, PBO)
    Raffy and Gela find themselves taking off for Palawan to escape the not-so-great realities of their current lives and catch up on their respective me-time. But as fate would have it, they find themselves meeting and enjoying each other’s company.

    Wonder Woman 1984
    (5:50pm, HBO)
    Diana Prince lives quietly among mortals in the vibrant, sleek 1980s — an era of excess driven by the pursuit of having it all. Though she’s come into her full powers, she maintains a low profile by curating ancient artifacts, and only performing heroic acts incognito. But soon, Diana will have to muster all of her strength, wisdom and courage as she finds herself squaring off against Maxwell Lord and the Cheetah, a villainess who possesses superhuman strength and agility.

    February 2, Wednesday

    Jack Reacher
    (2pm, HBO)
    One morning in an ordinary town, five people are shot dead in a seemingly random attack. All evidence points to a single suspect: an ex-military sniper who is quickly brought into custody. The man’s interrogation yields one statement: Get Jack Reacher. Reacher, an enigmatic ex-Army investigator, believes the authorities have the right man but agrees to help the sniper’s defense attorney. However, the more Reacher delves into the case, the less clear-cut it appears.

    Jack Reacher: Never Go Back
    (4:05pm, HBO)
    Investigator Jack Reacher springs into action after the arrest of Susan Turner, an Army major accused of treason. Suspecting foul play, Jack embarks on a mission to prove that the head of his old unit is innocent. After crossing paths with the law, Reacher must now go on the lam to uncover the truth behind a major government conspiracy that involves the death of U.S. soldiers.

    Camp Sawi
    (5:30pm, PBO)
    A group of brokenhearted women goes to a resort that specializes in helping people ease their pain.

    She’s The One
    (9pm, Cinema One)
    A morning show host realizes exactly what his dreams are after his best friend appears in a romantic viral video.

    February 3, Thursday

    Crazy, Stupid, Love
    (11:35am, HBO)
    Cal Weaver is living the American dream. He has a good job, a beautiful house, great children and a beautiful wife, named Emily. Cal’s seemingly perfect life unravels, however, when he learns that Emily has been unfaithful and wants a divorce. Over 40 and suddenly single, Cal is adrift in the fickle world of dating. Enter, Jacob Palmer, a self-styled player who takes Cal under his wing and teaches him how to be a hit with the ladies.

    Para Sa Hopeless Romantic
    (7pm, Cinema One)
    A student writer struggles to find a happy ending to her romantic novel after her real-life romance falls apart.

    February 4, Friday

    All About Love
    (7pm, Cinema One)
    Courage, trust, and taking risks, what’s love got to do with it? A chance reunion between Kikay and her childhood buddy Kiko.

    Godzilla vs Kong
    (9pm, HBO)
    Kong and his protectors undertake a perilous journey to find his true home. Along for the ride is Jia, an orphaned girl who has a unique and powerful bond with the mighty beast. However, they soon find themselves in the path of an enraged Godzilla as he cuts a swath of destruction across the globe. The initial confrontation between the two titans — instigated by unseen forces — is only the beginning of the mystery that lies deep within the core of the planet.

    February 5, Saturday

    Venom
    (7:10pm, 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.

    February 6, Sunday

    Bakit Hindi Ka Crush Ng Crush Mo
    (5pm, Cinema One)
    Sandy Veloso is a modern-day ugly duckling who is obsessed with her boyfriend. After being dumped by her beau, Sandy is left to ponder why she feels unwanted. Matters turn worse for Sandy when she gets laid off from the company she is working.

    Diary Ng Panget
    (5:15pm, PBO)
    A poor young woman becomes a personal maid for a rich and handsome young man. The two do not get along at first, but as their lives become entangled, their relationship becomes more complicated.

    Tenet
    (9pm, HBO)
    A secret agent is given a single word as his weapon and sent to prevent the onset of World War III. He must travel through time and bend the laws of nature in order to be successful in his mission.

  • What to Watch on Netflix PH, HBO GO, & More This Week of Jan. 31 to Feb. 6, 2022

    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 January 31 to February 6, 2022!

    Netflix

    Raising Dion, Season 2 (Series)

    February 1 | Watch it here

    Two years after defeating the Crooked Man, Dion continues to hone his powers with the help of his mom and Tevin. But after he befriends a new student, a series of alarming events unfold, proving that danger is still around.

    Murderville (Series)

    February 3 | Watch it here

    This improvisational comedy series follows the eccentric detective Terry Seattle, who must team up with clueless celebrity guest stars to solve murder cases.

    Kid Cosmic, Season 3

    February 3 | Watch it here

    Kid and the crew are back as the world’s strongest heroes, but with more recognition, the group must face greater threats.

    Through My Window (Film)

    February 4 | Watch it here

    This film follows Raquel who has a longtime crush on her neighbor, Ares, whom she secretly watches through her window. Can she make him fall in love with her?

    The Tinder Swindler (Film)

    February 2 | Watch it here

    This documentary revolves around the Tinder Swindler, who seduced and swindled young women for millions and is a fugitive from justice in several countries. Follow three women who decided it was payback time.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_R3LWM_Vt70

    HBO GO

    Those Who Wish Me Dead

    February 1 | Watch it here

    Angelina Jolie stars as Hannah, a smoke jumper who must save a bloodied young boy from two assassins, while a fiery blaze is coming for them from another direction.

    Raised by Wolves 2

    February 3 | Watch it here

    After witnessing how religion might bring collapse to the human colony, androids Father and Mother would soon discover that trying to control humans’ beliefs is a treacherous and difficult task.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6Kqm0qJ9Uc

    WeTV

    Hello, The Sharpshooter

    February 2 | Watch it here

    Romance brews when the new anchor Tang Xin gets to interview captain Shen Qingyuan of the pistol shooting team as they prepare for the Olympics.

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