Resident Evil is making its mark at the Philippine box office, closing its opening weekend at No. 1 and setting a new local record for the long-running horror franchise.
Zach Cregger’s reinvention of the beloved video game property earned more than PHP 77 million during its opening weekend, making it the biggest Resident Evil opening weekend in the Philippines.
“Resident Evil” dominates the Philippine box office
The horror film commanded cinemas over the weekend, capturing 72% of the market share.
Fans of the original Resident Evil video games, followers of Cregger’s work, and horror enthusiasts flocked to theaters to catch the filmmaker’s latest offering. Cregger previously directed the acclaimed horror films Barbarian and Weapons.
Adding to its strong debut, Resident Evil has earned a 96% Certified Fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes, along with a 91% audience score.
With its mix of survival horror, action, and a fresh story set within the Resident Evil universe, the film offers moviegoers a new nightmare built for the big screen.
Watch the official trailer here:
A terrifying new take on “Resident Evil”
From visionary filmmaker Zach Cregger comes a thrilling and terrifying reinvention of the Resident Evil franchise.
The all-new story follows Bryan, played by Austin Abrams, a medical courier who unwittingly finds himself trapped in an action-packed race for survival. What begins as another night quickly descends into horrifying chaos, forcing Bryan to fight his way through an increasingly dangerous ordeal.
The cast also includes Zach Cherry, Kali Reis, and Paul Walter Hauser.
Produced by TriStar Pictures, Constantin Film, and Davis Films, Resident Evil opened in theaters on September 18, 2026. Distributed locally by Columbia Pictures PH.
Now showing in Philippine cinemas
Resident Evil is now showing in Philippine cinemas, including IMAX and 4DX.
Let’s be honest: weekday lunches can feel a little routine. Whether you’re stuck in a desk-lunch slump, running errands around the city, or meeting up for a casual midday catch-up, standard takeaway rarely feels like an occasion. If you are looking to trade the ordinary for a hearty, customizable Western feast, LongHorn Steakhouse is giving you a solid reason to sit down, unwind, and treat yourself.
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LongHorn Steakhouse’s all-new Wild West Steakhouse Plates are turning the midday slump into a full-on feast and it starts at just P595. Available Monday to Friday from 10 AM to 5 PM, this multi-course lineup gives you total freedom to build your own lunch spread without needing a weekend budget.
LongHorn Steakhouse Wildwest Steakhouse Plates
How to Build Your Wild West Plate
The highlight of this offer is total customization. Instead of a rigid set menu, you get to curate your plate step-by-step based on what you are craving:
Kick things off light with a crisp Mixed Greens Salad tossed in vibrant house dressing, or indulge in rich comfort food with their Shrimp and Lobster Chowder, loaded with tender lobster bites and juicy shrimp. You can also upgrade to a creamy Loaded Potato Soup (+P50) topped with bacon and melted cheese, crisp Buffalo Chicken Bites (+P125) in a fiery glaze, or breaded Wild West Shrimp (+P145)with cool ranch.
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Step 2: Choose Your Hero Entrée
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Whether you are in the mood for tender pork, slow-braised beef, or a lighter seafood option, there is a main for every appetite. Stick with classics like the Garlic Herb Pork Cutlet, Oak-Smoked Barbecue Pork, or crispy Wrangler Fried Chicken. Want something extra decadent?
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Upgrade your plate with a Smokey Glazed Bacon Steak (+P140), flaky Wild Golden Barramundi (+P150), fall-off-the-bone Pork Spare Ribs (+P160), or low-and-slow Braised Beef Shortplate (+P160) that melts in your mouth.
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Step 3: Pair with a Signature Side & Drink
Every plate comes balanced with your choice of flavor-packed sides like Sautéed French Beans & Onions, charred Corn Riblets, or glossy Glazed Carrots and Baby Corn. Each set also includes a refreshing glass of Iced Tea or Lemonade, with the option to switch to any of LongHorn Steakhouse’s signature hand-crafted beverages for an additional P115.
End on a Sweet Note
If you want to cap off your midday break with something sweet, you can add a dessert for P275. Choose between the light, fruity Strawberry Shortcake or go big with the decadent, chocolate-loaded Chocolate Stampede.
Worth the Midday Break
Finding a sit-down weekday lunch in Metro Manila that balances generous portion sizes, quality cuts, and solid value isn’t always easy. LongHorn Steakhouse hits that sweet spot effortlessly, delivering a proper, restaurant-quality feast tailored to your exact craving, whether you’re taking a well-deserved breather from work or lingering over a long lunch with friends.
Just keep in mind that the Wild West Steakhouse Plates cannot be combined with other discounts or promos (including Senior Citizen and BFF discounts), so bring your appetite and plan your midday trail accordingly.
For branch updates, menu drops, and news, follow @LonghornSteakhousePH on Facebook and Instagram.
Global pickleball giant Franklin Sports has officially named the Philippines as the first stop for its highly anticipated Franklin Asia Pickleball Showcase this October 2026.
The landmark multi-nation showcase will kick off in Manila before continuing in Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Vietnam.
The Manila leg centers on an exclusive appearance by Franklin’s star athlete, Anna Leigh Waters (ALW), the undisputed World No. 1 player and most dominant athlete in professional pickleball. Local fans and the fast-growing Filipino pickleball community will get a rare opportunity to see ALW showcase her high-octane skills that has dominated the global tour.
Images from the Anna Leigh Waters athlete photo shoot for Franklin Sports on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Pickleball Court in Boca Raton, FL. [Photo: Matt Pendleton Photography for Franklin Sports]
The selection of the Philippines as a primary destination reflects the country’s emergence as a global phenomenon in racket sports. With a staggering 1,213% year-over-year growth rate, the Philippines currently stands as the fastest-growing pickleball market in the world, topping Franklin Sports’ global expansion priorities.
“We are honored and excited to bring our Franklin Asia Pickleball Showcase to the Philippines,” said Jared Franklin, Head of International at Franklin Sports. “The Philippines is one of the fastest-growing pickleball markets in the world, and we couldn’t be prouder to bring the no. 1 player in the world, Anna Leigh Waters, to Manila.”
Images from the Anna Leigh Waters athlete photo shoot for Franklin Sports on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Pickleball Court in Boca Raton, FL. [Photo: Matt Pendleton Photography for Franklin Sports]
“As a world leader in pickleball, Franklin is committed to developing the sport and bringing players the very best products and innovation. It’s even more special to have Anna Leigh, the game’s greatest player, competing with and showcasing Franklin products that she trusts at the highest level. This visit reflects Franklin’s commitment to supporting the growth of pickleball on a global scale. We’re thrilled to connect with the incredible pickleball community in the Philippines and to play a part in the continued growth of this amazing sport.”
As an industry pioneer, Franklin Sports delivers premium equipment trusted by elite global professionals that have won 105 medals year to date on the PPA and APP Pro Tours, including Hayden Patriquin, Paris Todd, Will Howells, Jimmy Liong, Sofia Sewing, Casey Diamond, Megan Fudge, and Ryler DeHeart among others.
Images from the Anna Leigh Waters athlete photo shoot for Franklin Sports on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Pickleball Court in Boca Raton, FL. [Photo: Matt Pendleton Photography for Franklin Sports]
During the Showcase, Filipino fans will get an up-close look at Franklin’s latest innovations. The showcase directly follows ALW’s viral September 2 Instagram post in front of her Times Square LED billboard in New York City, where she posed holding an all-black paddle featuring a bold white “?” graphic.
The mystery paddle serves as a global teaser for Franklin’s upcoming paddle launch and was the paddle Anna Leigh Waters won Major League Pickleball (MLP) finals with.
Attendees will also see in action the legendary Franklin X-40 ball, universally regarded as the global gold standard for the sport. Holding over 75% market share in North America, the X-40 serves as the Official Ball of Filipino legend Manny Pacquiao’s Maharlika Pilipinas Pickleball Tour (MPPT), Franklin US Open Pickleball Championships, the APP Tour, the Pickleball Slam, USA Pickleball, and over 1,000 additional tournaments worldwide.
Franklin also revealed plans to introduce an all-new, faster-playing ball endorsed by ALW near the turn of the year called the X-44.
Filipino players can access Franklin’s full range of paddles, balls, bags, footwear, and accessories nationwide through leading local retail partners, including Decathlon, Toby’s Sports, Chris Sports, and Juego PH among several others.
Full details regarding local Showcase venues, schedule of play, and fan interaction opportunities for the Manila leg will be released in the coming weeks via Franklin Pickleball on Facebook and Instagram @franklinpickleball.
For 14 years, Rustan’s Beauty Addict has brought together beauty lovers for a celebration of discovery, indulgence, and the latest in beauty. This year, the annual celebration takes on a glamorous new chapter with Rustan’s Beauty Addict 2026: Spotlight, inviting guests to step onto the red carpet and celebrate beauty under the spotlight.
Inspired by the allure of Hollywood’s most glamorous awards nights and the sophisticated drama of the Met Gala, the celebration transforms Rustan’s into an immersive world of luxury and elegance. Rich velvet textures, illuminated marquee arches, editorial styling, and luxurious lighting set the scene, complemented by touches of jazz-club charm, champagne celebrations, and modern speakeasy elegance.
Where Beauty Takes Center Stage
The experience begins at the red carpet staircase, where guests will be welcomed into the celebration before stepping into a photo installation designed to put them in the spotlight. The immersive photo moment invites guests to capture their own red-carpet moment and become part of the campaign, surrounded by the glamour and drama of the occasion.
Beyond the main celebration, the Beauty Pop Up brings the Spotlight experience to selected Rustan’s stores through a compact yet immersive installation inspired by a glamorous Hollywood beauty campaign. The four-sided setup combines interactive moments and promotional touchpoints, from a mirror photo experience and campaign visuals to exclusive offers and the featured Beauty Addict giveaway.
To complete the cinematic atmosphere, guests can raise a glass with Golden Pour, a collaboration with Philippine Wine Merchants featuring signature cocktails inspired by the glamour of the occasion.
Joining the celebration are Camille Co, Angelique Manto, and Claudia Barretto, whose individual expressions of beauty and style embody the modern glamour at the heart of Spotlight. With each bringing her own signature sensibility to the occasion, the trio adds another layer of elegance to a celebration designed around beauty, confidence, and self-expression.
A Day of Beauty, Glamour, and Surprises
On September 11, the Spotlight comes to life with an exclusive lineup of beauty experiences, special treats, and rewards. Guests can explore the Fragrance Library, unwind at the Spotlight Lounge, and enjoy live entertainment by DJ Cian, followed by a special performance from singer Maffy Soler Da Roza and her jazz band.
Guests can also discover exciting beauty experiences and take home special surprises throughout the celebration. At La Prairie’s Flower Cart, guests can register to receive a customized flower bouquet, with an additional opportunity to share their Skin Caviar collection moment on Instagram and Facebook in exchange for an Art of Beauty voucher and a small token. The Murad Collection Match Challenge puts guests’ knowledge to the test as they choose a collection and match four keywords within one minute to win a special prize. Meanwhile, Acca Kappa’s Spin the Wheel adds a playful element to the celebration, with guests taking a spin for a chance to win a special prize.
For another special beauty moment, Beauty Addict members can receive the A-List Giveaway, an exclusive set of two Beauty Addict powder puffs with a minimum purchase of ₱2,500 at Rustan’s Beauty Source, while supplies last.
Beauty Addict members have even more reasons to indulge on event day. Members who spend a minimum of ₱20,000 at Rustan’s Beauty Source can receive ₱1,200 off, applicable in-stores, through your Personal Shopper, or online at Rustans.com using the promo code BEAUTY1200. Shoppers can also enjoy ₱200 off with a minimum purchase of ₱3,500 at Rustan’s Beauty Source from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM in-store.
The perks continue with a x10 Beauty Addict Points multiplier on every ₱1,000 worth of purchase at Rustan’s Beauty Source. Shoppers can also enjoy complimentary Beauty Addict membership with any purchase, while new members who download Rustan’sFSP Mobile App and existing members who update their email and mobile number can receive an additional +100 Beauty Addict points.
The Spotlight Continues
Keep the celebration going with continuous savings throughout Beauty Month, beginning September 12, with Winner’s Circle Rewards.
Beauty Addict members can look forward to even more exciting perks this September. With a minimum purchase of ₱5,000, members can try their luck with the Golden Envelope, each containing a special surprise—from an exclusive partner-brand voucher to a coveted beauty product from Rustan’s Beauty Source. Members can also enjoy ₱500 off with a minimum purchase of ₱10,000, available both in-store and online. For online beauty purchases, simply use promo code “BEAUTY500” at rustans.com to enjoy the discount.
For those looking to discover more beauty favorites, selected beauty products and services will be available at up to 50% off, whether shopping at Rustan’s Beauty Source or online at rustans.com. These offers are available until September 13
And to make online beauty shopping even more convenient, shoppers can enjoy complimentary shipping every weekend in September, starting September 12, on all online beauty purchases. Available in Metro Manila only.
The rewards continue from September 12 to September 30, with Beauty Addict members earning x5 Beauty Addict points when they purchase at least ₱1,000 worth of products and services at Rustan’s Beauty Source.
For Beauty Addict members looking to elevate their beauty haul, the “Beauty Addict: Starlet’s Secret” GWP promo offers one complimentary MAC M·A·Cximal Silky Matte Lipstick with a customized lipstick case for a minimum purchase of ₱25,000 at Rustan’s Beauty Source. Members can choose from four best-selling shades: Velvet Teddy, Taupe, Mehr, and Chili. Valid from September 1 to October 31 only. Until supplies last.
And for those dreaming of taking the Hollywood experience even further, Beauty Addict 2026 offers a getaway worthy of the spotlight.
From September 4 to November 30, Beauty Addict: LA Lights Raffle promo gives Beauty Addict members one e-raffle entry for every ₱5,000 spent at Rustan’s Beauty Source, for a chance to win a four-day, three-night getaway for two in Los Angeles, California, USA, complete with a stay at a five-star luxury hotel and roundtrip business class flights.
From the red carpet to the beauty counter, Rustan’s Beauty Addict 2026: Spotlight brings together the glamour, discovery, and indulgence that make beauty worth celebrating. This September, step into the spotlight and make your beauty moment one to remember.
Inspiration can happen anywhere, and you need a device that helps you capture it as soon as it strikes. The new HUAWEI MatePad Air is designed to give you the perfect canvas for all your ideas whenever and wherever they come to you. Combining a spacious, brilliant display with 4-in-1 AI productivity in an ultra-thin form, it gives professionals, and creators a versatile workspace they can bring everywhere.
The HUAWEI MatePad Air is available online and in stores beginning September 18.
Give Your Ideas the Perfect Canvas, Powered by the World’s Best Screen
Whether you are reviewing important work files, finalizing a report, creating a mood board, or simply streaming your favorite show, having a vibrant display that keeps your eyes comfortable is crucial. The HUAWEI MatePad Air boasts a slim 4.69mm bezel and a 12-inch 2.8K OLED PaperMatte Display, giving you an expansive, high-resolution canvas for work, creativity, and entertainment.
For modern professionals reviewing a presentation before a meeting, the large display makes it easier to go through detailed slides and supporting materials at the same time. Meanwhile, the display’s 2.8K resolution and OLED technology deliver vivid visuals, high-fidelity colors, and crisp details, making it ideal for intricate designs and immersive viewing. Plus, with up to 1,200 nits peak brightness, the display is built to stay bright across different lighting environments, whether you’re working indoors or creating outdoors, without needing to manually adjust the screen’s brightness.
The screen features HUAWEI’s signature PaperMatte Display technology, giving the screen a more natural, paper-like feel for writing, reading, and sketching. It also reduces glare and reflections, making extended reading, writing, and creative work more comfortable and helping reduce eye strain.
Complete Every Project with AI-Powered Productivity
When developing your ideas, you need the right tools to turn your concepts into something more tangible. The HUAWEI MatePad Air brings 4-in-1 productivity with AI-powered tools that help you move from brainstorming to execution. When you have to finish an article or pitch deck while on the move, PC-Level WPS Office helps you work efficiently without weighing you down. The new WPS AI feature can summarize lengthy reading materials, refine writing drafts, and generate presentation materials to help you quickly get started. This reduces repetitive workload, so you can focus on executing your ideas.
In the middle of a meeting or brainstorming session, AI-powered HUAWEI Notes helps you capture ideas more efficiently. With speech-to-text, you can record conversations and turn them into structured, editable notes, while handwritten annotations and highlights can be synchronized with the transcription. This means less time sorting through scattered notes and more time focusing on what matters. For studying and problem-solving, HUAWEI Notes can also help solve and explain equations, making complex tasks more manageable.
For designers, illustrators, and aspiring artists, the HUAWEI MatePad Air can become a dedicated creative space through GoPaint. With its rich art tools and AI-enriched capabilities, GoPaint helps professional artists and hobbyists bring their creative ideas to life with greater freedom and precision.
Slide Your 4-in-1 Workstation in Your Bag
Your ideas move quicker when you have the right tools. The HUAWEI MatePad Air works with NearLink-enabled accessories, which help create a more seamless productivity and creation experience. Pairing the tablet with the HUAWEI Smart Magnetic Keyboard gives the HUAWEI MatePad Air a more familiar PC-like setup. With NearLink connection, you can keep typing out notes or drafting content with a low latency, and more responsive typing feel. The keyboard supports desktop-level shortcut combinations to make extended typing sessions more comfortable, even when your “office” is at a cafe or a co-working space.
Meanwhile, the HUAWEI M-Pencil Pro allows you to write or draw with better precision and enhanced responsiveness that you need as you work on your daily tasks. You can browse through your work seamlessly using the stylus as it supports intuitive gestures such as pinch, double-tap, and rotation, all without interrupting your workflow. When presenting your ideas during a meeting, the new Air Mouse feature makes the HUAWEI M-Pencil Pro a more versatile tool that lets you easily scroll through your slides and guide your presentation. This also allows the stylus to function as a laser pointer, allowing you to direct your audience’s attention to key data, concepts, or visuals on each slide. Best of all, this complete 4-in-1 setup comes bundled with the HUAWEI MatePad Air, giving you the essential tools to work, create, and present right out of the box.
Ultra-Thin and Lightweight Portability Lets You Move Anywhere Easier
Sometimes the best way to get unstuck is to change your surroundings. Setting up your workstation at a cafe, a co-working place, or even outdoors is easier with the HUAWEI MatePad Air. Featuring a slim 5.3mm frame and a 509g lightweight body, the HUAWEI MatePad Air slides easily into your bag, so you can bring it anywhere the day takes you without weighing you down.
Despite the slim build, the HUAWEI MatePad Air remains reliably tough and durable. This means, you don’t need to worry about scratches or bends. The device’s elegant pearlescent finish in Airy Blue does not only add a sophisticated touch to the device; it also enhances its durability as it resists corrosion and damage from sweat or fading. Meaning, the HUAWEI MatePad Air maintains a polished look that shimmers in the light, even as it moves with you through your daily routines.
Power Up Your Ideas and Keep Them Going
When you’re constantly on the move, you need a device that can keep pace with your day. The HUAWEI MatePad Air’s massive 10,100mAh battery supports up to 18 hours of HDR video playback. That means, you can work through the whole day anywhere or enjoy entertainment during your downtime without having to plan around your device’s battery. When you do need to recharge, the 66W HUAWEI SuperCharge Turbo gets the device powered up in as fast as 30 minutes, so you get less interruptions to your workflow or your entertainment.
With the HUAWEI MatePad Air, you feel more confident that your device is fully capable of handling all your work files, creative projects, or entertainment choices without slowing down. It comes with 12GB of physical RAM, 256GB of storage, and an additional 8GB of virtual storage, providing you a total of 20GB of storage to ensure you have enough room for documents, presentations, apps, and other files you rely on throughout the day.
Even when you’ve been working on demanding tasks the whole day, the HUAWEI MatePad Air continues to perform reliably, thanks to its 3D heat dissipation architecture. This helps you stay productive and work on heavy-duty tasks, while the device stays cool and stable as ever to keep your workflow moving.
Take Your Ideas Further with the HUAWEI MatePad Air
Be ready when inspiration strikes with the HUAWEI MatePad Air, now available at PHP59,999 from PHP 64,999. Enjoy vouchers worth PHP 6,500 on the HUAWEI Online Store, while vouchers worth PHP 5,000 are exclusively available on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok.
From September 18, you can purchase the HUAWEI MatePad Air and receive an exclusive freebie bundle worth up to PHP 33,886. Freebies include a HUAWEI Smart Magnetic Keyboard (worth PHP 9,999), HUAWEI M-Pencil Pro (worth PHP 7,999), a PC-Level WPS Office (worth PHP 4,999), a One-Year WPS AI Membership (worth PHP 7,000), a Bluetooth Mouse (worth PHP 1,899), and a bag (worth PHP 1,990).
To learn more, visit your nearest HUAWEI Experience Store or check out HUAWEI’s official social media pages (Facebook | Instagram).
There is really nothing quiet like sitting in a packed cinema while watching a really good horror film. That was what my exact reaction to watching Zach Cregger’s Weapons last year, and he gave me the same experience with his take on the Resident Evil franchise. His film feels like a fresh setup for the wider universe. By intentionally avoiding familiar characters from the games and previous movies – while I have watched people play the game but not for long periods, and so all I know of the franchise comes from the film adaptations – so it’s a way for viewers unfamiliar with the lore to easily get in. He focuses purely on the simplicity of the story so that he can deliver extremely scary moments and absurd situations that elicit screams and laughter in equal measure.
Resident Evil follows Bryan (Austin Abrams), a medical courier who takes on an extra shift to deliver a critical medical package to Raccoon City General Hospital, miles up a mountain in the dead of winter. Motivated by news that his girlfriend might be expecting a baby, he lies about his car being equipped for traveling during heavy snow and embarks on the treacherous drive anyway. What he doesn’t know is that an outbreak has already overtaken the town, leaving the undead creatures of the franchise freely roaming the streets.
Resident Evil | Photo Credit: Columbia Pictures
Abrams serves as an amazing foil for us to follow. Despite his rough, gruff attitude and the failure to communicate properly with his girlfriend over the news makes him difficult to empathize with at first, the moment he accidentally hits a woman on the road, he immediately stops to help her and rush her to the hospital. We all know in our seats that this is a massive mistake. But he does not know that, and while he could easily escape, he stays. From that moment, Cregger and co-screenwriter Shay Hatten have us completely rooting for him. Abrams possesses a wonderful everyman presence that keeps him relatable, delivering a fully committed performance that grounds the character (he really looks and acts terrified when things start happening) but also manages to amplify the comedy. He is exhausted, overworked, and just wants to earn money and to do a good job. As things get progressively weirder and weirder, he stubbornly soldiers on. It is such a clever, well-written character and Abrams plays it to a tee.
Resident Evil | Photo Credit: Columbia Pictures
Cregger then assumes a directorial approach heavily inspired by the video game. Tight, over-the-shoulder camera angles following the sliver of light from Bryan’s cellphone turn every dark corner into a potential jump scare. The score enters and exits with surgical precision, at just the right time that you don’t realise you are being emotionally primed for frights or laughs. When Bryan swerves his light to illuminate a strange noise, the camera lags behind by just a fraction of a second – much like a video game – and the connection to the game is there and makes the whole experience feel really immersive. We are not just emotionally tied to Bryan; we are locked directly to what he sees. We are just as vulnerable as he is.
Resident Evil | Photo Credit: Columbia Pictures
The storytelling moves at a fast-paced, action-packed pace. The rhythm is so good that Cregger and editor Joe Murphy pace the quiet moments with the thrilling ones. They steadily build the tension as we reach Raccoon City, straight into the heart of the infestation.
Resident Evil | Photo Credit: Columbia Pictures
There is no real social commentary or grand metaphor that strikes me as I recall this movie, and for some reason, I don’t seem to mind at all. If anything, it is a realisation that Bryan ends up making about the possibility of him being a father, which happens at just the right moment, to heighten the stakes and the need to survive. What it does, though, the script uses this moment to deepen Bryan’s character, cementing our connection with him but makes no big statements either way.
Resident Evil | Photo Credit: Columbia Pictures
At its core, this is just a straight-up horror film that happens to be wickedly funny. It’s very well-made; the filmmaking is precise and exquisite. It is exactly the kind of movie you really want to experience in a packed theater with your friends, and hope that it’s packed so that everyone is laughing and screaming with you. It’s an experience that should be shared collectively and, honestly, I really don’t mind watching it again. Sometimes a film can exist purely just for fun with no big ambitions for any higher purpose and that’s perfectly okay. It delivers what it promises, and for that, I absolutely adore it.
My Rating: 5 Stars
Packed with visceral scares and side-splitting comedy, Resident Evil is an absolute blast best experienced in a packed theater with your entire barkada. Check showtimes here.
It’s almost that magical time of year when families and friends come together to celebrate the holiday season and create treasured memories. From November 20, 2026 to January 3, 2027, “A Disney Christmas” returns to Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, where Christmas shines in a way unlike anywhere else. Alongside beloved holiday traditions with Disney friends, guests can step into the immersive World of Frozen and journey to the whimsical kingdom of Arendelle, where Anna, Elsa and Olaf welcome them to a heartwarming winter celebration amidst dazzling holiday decorations and magical snowfall, all in true Arendellian style.
This season, guests can look forward to enchanting new surprises while reliving cherished Disney Christmas traditions. To maximize the holiday magic, guests can enjoy the “Non-stop 2-Day Fun Ticket” offer through December 31, 2026. By adding just HK$100 to a regular 1-Day Ticket, guests can extend the festive celebration into a second day and create even more magical holiday memories together.
Join Olaf for Festive Cheer at World of Frozen
A festive spirit sweeps across the kingdom of Arendelle as Anna and Elsa welcome guests for a heartwarming winter celebration. Adorned with Arendellian-inspired holiday decorations, World of Frozen is transformed into a sparkling winter wonderland where magical snowfall and festive melodies create the perfect holiday setting around every corner.
No one is more excited for the holiday season than Olaf, Arendelle’s beloved snowman ambassador. Guests will be charmed by Olaf’s signature walk, boundless curiosity, and cheerful smile, as he chats and interacts with visitors of all ages, inviting everyone to enjoy the festive magic in World of Frozen. Along the way, guests may discover Kristoff preparing a Sven-tastic Surprise for his reindeer companion and encounter Anna and Elsa in their winter attire, spreading Arendellian holiday cheer and bringing an extra touch of winter magic to the kingdom with magical snowfall.
New this year is the all-new festive winter market that invites guests to immerse themselves in the kingdom’s cherished winter traditions. Filled with handcrafted treasures, festive treats to delightful surprises, this charming gathering place captures the warmth and spirits of Arendelle.
Even after Christmas, the enchantment continues as Olaf brings in Arendelle’s very first Winterfest from January 5, 2027. Featuring an all-new Olaf encounter through a one-of-a-kind storytelling experience, the celebration fills World of Frozen with heartwarming tales, uplifting music, and charming new surprises for old and new friends.
Join Disney Friends for Heartwarming Festivities
Wherever guests go, beloved Disney friends are there to share the joy of the season. Dressed in their festive finest, Mickey and Friends, Woody, Buzz and Jessie, Winnie the Pooh and friends, and many more are ready to greet guests with warm holiday wishes throughout every corner of the park.
An all-new daytime castle stage moment makes its debut this Christmas, bringing guests together with Mickey and Minnie for a special Christmas party in front of the Castle of Magical Dreams, complete with festive music, laughter and even a playful surprise from Stitch. Led by Santa Goofy, the fan-favorite holiday tradition “A Holiday Wish-Come-True” Tree Lighting Ceremony returns, illuminating the night with music, lights and holiday wishes, before glorious snowfall and twinkling drone effects paint the sky.
The beloved “Disney Christmas Live in Concert!” will once again fill the resort with holiday magic across two weekends on November 21-22, 2026 and December 5-6, 2026. As Disney friends, live musicians and stunning castle projections bring cherished Disney classics and festive melodies to life.
Welcome 2027 in unforgettable Disney style with Mickey and Friends at the one-of-a-kind “New Year’s Eve Countdown” in front of the Castle of Magical Dreams. Make every holiday moment count with Disney Premier Access, including priority admission to designated attractions and entry to the designated viewing areas for “Momentous” and the New Year’s Eve Countdown!
Starting September 28, 2026, guests can reserve their spot for both “Disney Christmas Live in Concert!” and the “New Year’s Eve Countdown” celebration, unlocking the first chapter in a holiday season filled with wonder, cherished traditions and magical moments waiting to unfold.
As the only Disney destination set between majestic mountains and the sea, the resort’s breathtaking natural surroundings blend seamlessly with Disney magic to create a truly unique festive celebration. Start planning your family holiday getaway today and make the most of the season with the “Non-stop 2-Day Fun Ticket” festive offer and turn your visit into a magical holiday escape with “2 Nights Plus Special: 30% Off” at one of the resort hotels:
Limited-Time Offers
Offer
Non-stop 2-Day Fun Ticket
2 Nights Plus Special: 30% Off
Details
Enter the park two days in a row by adding just HK$100 to the price of a regular 1-day ticket.
Enjoy 30% off Flexible Rate when you book two or more consecutive nights at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Hotels.
Disney Premier Access – “Momentous”, 8 Attractions and 2 Shows (New Year’s Eve Edition)
Seating Area Pass Packages – “Disney Christmas Live in Concert!”
Details
Including:• One-time entry to “Momentous” Nighttime Spectacular designated viewing area• One-time entry to “New Year’s Eve Countdown” designated viewing area• One-time priority admission to all 8 selected attractions• One-time priority admission to the designated Theater Show “Mickey and the Wondrous Book” at selected showtime• One-time entry to Castle Stage Show designated viewing area
Access to the designated zone of the reserved seating area for “Disney Christmas Live in Concert!” on the selected dateOpt for VIP Packages to enjoy festive treats before the show
Explorer’s Christmas Dinner Buffet at Explorer’s Club Restaurant and Admission to “Momentous” Nighttime Spectacular Designed Viewing Area Package
Details
Guests who purchase this package can enjoy Nighttime Spectacular castle show in designated viewing area as well as the Explorer’s Christmas Dinner Buffet at Explorer’s Club Restaurant.
*Guests are required to purchase their tickets in advance and have a valid park reservation for their visit. Please refer to the latest visit arrangements on Hong Kong Disneyland’s official website: https://www.hongkongdisneyland.com/
The Kardashian-Jenner family is entering another era, and this time, change appears to be the main character.
Disney+ has released the official trailer and key art for Season 8 of The Kardashians, offering a glimpse at what is next for Kris Jenner, Kourtney Kardashian Barker, Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, and Kylie Jenner.
The new season premieres Thursday, October 8, on Disney+ Philippines. Seasons 1 to 7 are currently available to stream on the platform.
A Season Built Around Change
After years of major career moves, headline-making relationships, and family milestones, Season 8 shifts the focus toward what happens when the Kardashian-Jenners begin asking what comes next.
This time around, love, reinvention, healing, and independence take center stage.
The new episodes will follow the family as they continue growing their businesses while navigating changes in their personal lives. Unexpected sparks and new relationships enter the picture, but so do old wounds, difficult conversations, and moments of reflection.
For a family whose lives have long unfolded in public, the latest season appears set to explore a more personal kind of transformation.
Love Takes Different Forms in Season 8
Romantic relationships may grab attention, but The Kardashians Season 8 is also putting the spotlight on love in a wider sense.
That includes family bonds, self-love, personal growth, and the freedom to redefine what happiness looks like.
As Kris, Kourtney, Kim, Khloé, Kendall, and Kylie move through different stages of their lives, the season will examine how each of them responds to change while remaining closely connected as a family.
The result looks to be a mix of familiar Kardashian-Jenner glamour and more introspective moments as they embrace a fresh chapter.
The Kardashian-Jenners Continue to Evolve
Over the years, viewers have watched the family expand businesses, build brands, raise families, and navigate some of their most personal experiences in front of the camera.
Season 8 continues that story while placing greater emphasis on reinvention.
Kim, Khloé, Kourtney, Kendall, Kylie, and Kris are each entering different phases of their careers and personal lives, giving the new season plenty of room to explore shifting priorities and changing relationships.
And while the family has never been short on major moments, the latest trailer suggests that some of the season’s most compelling scenes may come from quieter realizations about identity, independence, and connection.
Who Stars in The Kardashians Season 8?
The Kardashians stars Kris Jenner, Kourtney Kardashian Barker, Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, and Kylie Jenner.
Behind the scenes, Fulwell Entertainment partner Ben Winston serves as executive producer alongside Danielle King, Emma Conway, Elizabeth Jones, and Erin Foye.
Kris Jenner, Kourtney Kardashian Barker, Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, and Kylie Jenner also serve as executive producers.
Viewers who want to revisit earlier family dramas, milestones, and unforgettable moments can stream Seasons 1 to 7 now on Disney+.
With relationships changing, personal priorities shifting, and a new chapter beginning, Season 8 is shaping up to be another revealing look at how one of pop culture’s most recognizable families continues to evolve.
Some stories hit hard before a single frame is even filmed. For director David Ayer, Heart of the Beast was one of them.
The filmmaker behind Fury and End of Watch knew almost immediately that Cameron Alexander’s screenplay was something he wanted to bring to the big screen.
Director David Ayer and Brad Pitt on the set of Heart of the Beast Photo credit: Paramount Pictures
It was simply one of the best pieces of writing I’d ever seen,” he says of the screenplay written by Cameron Alexander. “It didn’t just make me cry; it made me ugly cry. I’d have to stop and process a little bit, then start reading a few more pages.
Brad Pitt and Odin Face the Ultimate Fight for Survival
Known for kinetic, hard-edged stories about brotherhood, loyalty, and perseverance, Ayer found those same themes at the heart of the relationship between Sergeant Major James Belmont, played by Brad Pitt, and canine commando Odin.
Odin is portrayed by real dogs led by Uber, a majestic German Shepherd weighing more than 100 pounds.
In Heart of the Beast, Special Forces officer James Belmont and his combat dog are stranded deep in the Alaskan wilderness following a harrowing plane crash. With no easy way out, the two must battle brutal conditions and push themselves to their limits to survive.
But beyond the danger, the film explores something deeply emotional: the unbreakable bond between two partners who refuse to abandon each other.
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After surviving the unsurvivable in Iraq and Afghanistan, they face yet another challenge together,” says Ayer of Belmont and Odin.
In my mind, James had made the dog a promise, something like, ‘If we survive this, I’m going to take you fishing.’ There’s something magnetic about being stranded in the wilderness. We’ve all been cold. We’ve all been lost. We’ve all been hungry.
For Ayer, that universally recognizable fear helps make the story personal.
This film takes audiences on that journey and makes them wonder, could I survive this? But it’s also the story of devoted partners that never give up on each other, that care more about each other’s safety than their own and who would sacrifice themselves for the other in a heartbeat.
An Action-Adventure Story With Plenty of Heart
Oscar-winning La La Land director Damien Chazelle and producer Olivia Hamilton were equally drawn to the screenplay’s straightforward but powerful premise.
The simplicity of the script and its description of man versus wilderness grabbed us,” says Hamilton. “It didn’t try to be complicated, and it spoke to a broad audience. Yes, it’s an action and adventure movie, but there’s also a ton of heart.
That emotional core came from an intensely personal place for screenwriter Cameron Alexander.
Brad Pitt and German Shepherd Uber in Heart of the Beast Photo credit: Paramount Pictures
His longtime love of the outdoors and fascination with military culture helped inspire the film, particularly the relationship between Special Forces personnel and the combat dogs trained to serve alongside them.
Those guys are incredible,” he says. “During America’s most recent wars, they were joined by combat dogs capable of incredible tasks.
Alexander became especially interested in what happens after their service ends.
There hasn’t been a tale focusing on what happens to the soldiers or the dogs when they get out of the military. I became fascinated with their stories and I thought it could be a really unique portrayal of the PTSD they both can suffer from.
A Story Inspired by a Beloved Dog
Behind the military and survival elements is another source of inspiration: Alexander’s own dog, Hoss.
I wrote it at a difficult moment in my life,” Alexander says. “At the time, I felt like my only real friend was my dog Hoss. There was no complicated calculus. I just wanted to write about my dog.
German Shepherd Uber and Brad Pitt in Heart of the Beast Photo credit: Paramount Pictures
While Hoss was experiencing serious health problems, Alexander devoted his resources to caring for him. Then, shortly after Hoss passed away, an opportunity arrived that would change Alexander’s life.
Right when he passed away, Olivia and Damien came into my life. I felt like I took care of Hoss and, after his death, he took care of me. He made my dreams come true.
It is that relationship that helped shape the film’s central message.
So I hope the audience takes away the message to keep fighting for the things that you love and to never give up. That’s the core of the film.
Brad Pitt Calls It a Love Story
For Pitt, the relationship between Belmont and Odin ultimately pushes Heart of the Beast beyond the familiar boundaries of a wilderness survival thriller.
For me, this was a love story above and beyond a survival story,” he says. “And my hope is that that’s felt and that that’s experienced.
With a dangerous wilderness, an intense fight for survival, and the powerful connection between a soldier and his canine partner at its center, Heart of the Beast promises an emotional big-screen adventure for dog lovers and thriller fans alike.
The key to grasping Katski Flores’ Edjop, I believe, lies in the phrase that closes the film’s opening sequence: “Inspired by memories of real events.” Edjop is not a straightforward biopic of Edgar Jopson, the legendary student activist and rebel leader of the Martial Law era. Nor is it docufiction; the film takes deliberate creative liberties to embody authentic emotional truths rather than rigid historical accuracy. As Flores noted of her collaboration in the writing of the screenplay with Jade Castro, they both worked on the recollections of Jopson’s family and friends, and the film retells events from their perspectives.
Edjop is a non-linear tale told in two timelines. The first anchors us in the present with his daughter, Joyette Jopson (Jodie Sta. Maria), a triathlete competing in an Arctic marathon.
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She is constantly asked to join memorials and events recalling the horrors of Martial Law, a period in which her father is a key figure of, but Joyette actively resists. Her athleticism, her running, is a metaphorical running away from his legacy.
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Yet she is haunted by the stories of him and these form the second timeline of the film, as it recounts her father, Edgar Jopson (Elijah Canlas) as he becomes a student activist during the First Quarter Storm of the early 1970s into a full-blown underground communist rebel, on the run from the Marcos regime. Through this converging tracks, Joyette embarks on a journey to reconcile her father’s disappearance and come to terms with myth of a man she never truly knew.
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The film is not just marked by its two converging timelines, and I say converging because Flores and Castro write this film as if the past and present are entangled with each other; no easy feat. The two halves of Edjop could not be more different. The present-day scenes are shot on a mounted camera, mostly static, with Joyette framed in large, wide-open spaces. She is a woman burdened by the weight of the past.
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The flashbacks, the scenes set in the past detailing her father’s activist life are shot handheld, packed with extreme close-ups. The pacing is fast-paced and thrilling. The charge of revolution vibrates through every scene, causing the two worlds to collide at every cut. Editor Benjamin Tolentino does an excellent job pacing the film, making its two-hour runtime fly by. So much is happens as we are pounded by historical events, yet it never feels aimless or drawn out.
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Sta. Maria and Canlas serve as excellent foils for the audience, standing as polar opposites of each other. Sta. Maria’s Joyette is dealing with an internal struggle, her conflict simmers just underneath her facial expressions, in her posture and gait, and in the quiet nuance delivery of her lines. On the other hand, Canlas is vibrant and larger-than-life.
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His Edjop, the nickname of Edgar Jopson, is a character told from the collective memories of the people, friends, and family, demands a much larger canvas, and Canlas paints on it brilliantly. We also watch him evolve from an idealistic student activist into a full-blown underground rebel balancing family life, with his portrayal of the man shifts as the film leaps across timelines. It is exquisite work, really.
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Edjop feels big; it feels epic. Flores and cinematographer Neil Daza deliver excellent visual coverage, allowing the camera full freedom to capture the vast breadth of each scene. And we leap seamlessly from past to present, sweeping across Luzon, Mindanao, and Norway, moving from street rallies to a quiet town fiestas, and into the brutal chaos of a demolition job. This is a big movie that fully realises the ambitious scope of what it is trying to say.
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There are a few too many moments where the script takes a heavy-handed approach to Edjop’s dialogue. It gets a little too preachy at times, constantly dropping nuggets of wisdom clearly designed to encapsulate the things we need to take away from the film. Then again, this is all based on the memories of the people who remembered him. Ultimately, Edjop is meant for a specific audience: those who have forgotten, or perhaps never truly knew about the specifics of what really happened during the Martial Law era and the Marcos dictatorship.
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This is a big movie making big swings at any form of historical revisionism. It speaks about our history, reminding us of our heritage of fighting back whenever the system is turned against us. We all know about the EDSA Revolution, but films like Edjop exist to remind us that countless battles were fought long before the people finally surged onto EDSA. The film shows us precisely how we got there and also what sacrifices were made along the way. This is part of our history, and this movie asks us to never forget.
My Rating: 4 Stars
Anchored by magnificent performances from Elijah Canlas and Jodie Sta. Maria,Edjop is an essential big-screen experience. It is a technical triumph and an urgent piece of Philippine cinema that refuses to let history fade. Check out the latest showtimes here and catch it in theaters nationwide.
