Two of the renowned  veteran actors gave life to a film that brings the bittersweet truth about loving and living. An unconventional story about love and after life. How it relates purgatory to house for lease.








In movie Hintayan ng Langit, one of the main character, Lisang has overstayed in her waiting room in purgatory, occasionally causing other souls trouble for her own entertainment. But today her waiting ends. Finally, she is set to cross over and her room is to be leased to a new tenant, Manolo, who turns out to be her newly-deceased ex-boyfriend. But life—or death—takes a heartbreaking turn as Lisang and Manolo get a second chance to get to know each other again and, in the process, begin to realize what it really means to be “alive” again. As Lisa and Manolo look back in retrospect and they examine the decisions they made in their lives, they can’t help but ask what if....


The feature film stars multi-awarded veteran actors Gina Pareño and Eddie Garcia and is written by spoken word artist Juan Miguel Severo based from his one-act stage play for The Virgin Lab Fest.

Hintayan ng Langit is a co-production between Globe Studios and Project 8 Corner San Joaquin Projects, a film production company owned by top filmmakers Dan Villegas and Antoinette Jadaone. The movie adaptation is directed by Dan Villegas for QCinema and premiered last October. It won the Best Actor and Audience Choice awards.


While #HintayanNgLangit is trending on social media for its gripping theme and excellent production values, the film is also the latest commitment of Globe Studios in delivering heartfelt but top-quality films not only for its customers but among all Filipino film buffs as well.

“When I first read the Hintayan Ng Langit script for QCinema, I couldn’t put it down, and when I finished it, I couldn’t hold back my tears,” says Globe Studios Head, Quark Henares. “When I handed it to our producers, they felt the same way. This is a film Globe Studios HAD to do, and I’m so proud and happy we’re giving everyone a chance to see it nationwide. It’s different. It’s touching. It stays with you. Hope you can all catch it in theaters!”



Villegas and Jadaone join the roll of A-list of filmmakers that include Erik Matti, Paul Soriano, Sigrid Bernardo, Joyce Bernal, and Lav Diaz who have collaborated with Globe Studios for their original video and film productions.

Missed QCinema? Due to insistent public demand, you can catch Hintayan Ng Langit on November 21 when it makes its theatrical run.


Love, laugh, and create your own wonderful experiences as #GlobeStudios invites you to watch this beautiful movie.

Viva Films and The IdeaFirst Company proudly bring you their first movie offering for 2018 about love, commitment and marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Cruz. A film written and directed by Sigrid Andrea P. Bernardo, the same director who gave us last year’s highest-grossing film, “Kita-Kita”.
This time, director Sigrid Andrea P. Bernardo talks about thething that comes with love, but no one wants to really talk about: Commitment.

Mr. and Mrs. Cruz is the story of Raffy and Gela who went on a vacation to spend time in Palawan, but instead found themselves enjoying each others’ company. As they spend more time together, their unconventional love story begins and flourishes. But soon enough, trouble in paradise arises as their views in love, commitment and marriage clash. Will they see it through the end together? Once again Director Sigrid Andrea P. Bernardo creates a masterpiece that will hit the heart and hit reality. Mr and Mrs Cruz boasts of its stellar cast JC Santos and Ryza Cenon. It is the first time for JC and Ryza to pair up on screen, but the chemistry between the two stars is uncannily undeniable.

JC Santos played the role of Fidel in the 2-17 Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino top-grossing film, “100 Tula Para Kay Stella,” opposite Primetime TV Gem Bela Padilla. His role as Ali in ABS CBN’s Primetime teleserye “Til I Meet You” has made him TV’s newest sensation.

Ryza Cenon on the other hand is one versatile actress, whose acting career blossomed in 2017 via the romance-horror film, “Ang Manananggal sa Unit 23B”.” Her portrayal of Georgia in GMA-7’s teleserye “ika-6 na Utos” is considered to be her breakthrough role, earning for her a Best Supporting Actress nomination in the 2017 EdukCircle Awards.

Mr and Mrs Cruz, which was shot entirely in the picturesque and breathtaking island of El Nido, Palawan will bring all kinds of mood and vibes on screen, that will send the audience on a roller coaster ride of emotions. Add to that the heart-tugging soundtrack performed by the hit group, The Juans and Nicole Omillo titled “Istorya” and “Before I Let You Go” (originally by Freestyle)








Shooting the film was a challenge though. “Literal Na Buwis Buhay” as Director Sigrid describes it. In one of their shooting days, the team was almost got trapped in an exclusive beach where they filmed some of the scenes for the movie. “Sobrang chill lang kami. Nagkakantahan pa in between shots, not knowing na super high tide nap ala sa labas ng exclusive beach kung saan kami nagshu-shoot. Bago ka kasi makarating doon sa exclusive beach, kailangan mo munang pumasok sa isang cave. Sinabihan na lang kami ng guide naming na kailangan na naming lumabas dahil malakas na ang ulan at mataas na ang tubig sa labas,” So, lumalabas pa lang kami ng cave ramdam na naming na mataas na talaga yung tubig. As in, kailangan mong sumisid para makalabas”.

Valentine’s day will come early this 2018 when Mr and Mrs Cruz opens in cinemas on January 24.

If you're looking for something to watch here something that is just right for the hearts in love. ABS-CBN’s Teen King Daniel Padilla and Teen Queen Kathryn Bernardo will prove it is okay to be crazy, beautiful, and in love at the same time as they return to the big screen in Star Cinema’s latest offering, “Crazy Beautiful You”.

“Crazy Beautiful You” centers on the life of Jackie Serrano (Bernardo), a rebellious, problem child, who gets sent to a medical mission in Tarlac (Luzon, Philippines) in her family’s hopes that she would turn for the better. There, she meets the charming and kindhearted Kiko Alcantara (Padilla) who will look after and take care of her as they fulfill the medical mission assigned to them. Along the way, the two, played by the popular love team also called KathNiel, unexpectedly find themselves in an unforgettable and crazy romantic adventure that changes their lives forever.

Directed by Mae Cruz-Alviar (“She’s the One,” “Bride for Rent,” and “Past Tense”), the much-awaited movie’s esteemed cast is composed of the award-winning and veteran actors Lorna Tolentino and Gabby Concepcion, with newcomer actor Iñigo Pascual.

Tolentino and Concepcion will play the role of the love team’s parents who have their own issues to settle with their children. Tolentino plays Dr. Lea Serrano, Jackie’s mother who desperately longs for her daughter’s forgiveness. Concepcion, meantime, plays the town mayor and father of Kiko who wants to correct his mistakes in the past to be the man his son deserves.

So be crazy and be beautiful as you watch "Crazy Beautiful You" on cinemas this February 25, 2014.

The best way to enjoy February, the love month, is to have a date.  Perhaps it is much better if it is done with your love ones and as for me, who is a mom already, spending it with my husband and kids makes it even more memorable, especially on Valentine's Day.   But of course there are also some 'we' time with my hubby alone and movie date is one of them.  Since movie date is somewhat a romantic, I guess, hahaha.

Timely, that Star Cinema's offering "Starting Over Again" created by the Blockbuster and award-winning director Olivia M. Lamasan and critically acclaimed writer Carmi Raymundo, featuring the Philippines' "Ultimate Heartthrob" Piolo Pascual and actress-singer-host Toni Gonzaga, is just in time for Valentine celebration.  Couples can enjoy the movie and spend the time together.



Here is the sypnosis of the movie:

Toni plays Ginny – bubbly, brilliant and driven – who, as a student in Architecture romantically pursues Marco (Piolo), a professor. Eyebrows may be raised but the two genuinely fall in love, until one day, Ginny left for no apparent reason, breaking Marco’s heart into a thousand pieces. Years later, their paths cross again: Ginny has the successful career that she dreamed of while Marco is now a chef… with a new ladylove in Patty (played by the exquisite Iza Calzado). Seems like they are all happy. But wait… Ginny wants Marco back. The journey of second chances begin with Ginny chasing Marco again. But will this have a happy ending or will it end again in heartbreak?



Joining Piolo, Toni and Iza in this not-your-usual romantic comedy are young but amazing talents Joross Gamboa, Bryan Santos, Edgar Allan Guzman, Cai Cortez and Beauty.



According to Ms. Toni Gonzaga, this movie tackles new beginning, take chances, overcoming regrets and to love again.



"This is a Romance Drama with a light moments" added by Direk Olivia M. Lamasan. She explained also that this movie is not a Romantic Comedy (romcom) because when you are talking about the career of the person you cannot into romcom.

Iza Calzado said that this movie is something you really don't want to miss, you'll get hooked by just watching the trailer only.



While on the other hand, Piolo Pascual explained that the film is a "roller coater ride" and "something real for the audience to experience.



Most of the cinemas today are all sold out already.  In just three days the movie had already reached a whooping 100M and still gaining more.

So will definitely watch this movie this coming weekend with my lifetime partner, my hubby.  So watch out for our review on this.

Watch the trailer here:

Kimerald uites in Star Magic 20th anniversary offering.

Life has a way of sneaking up on you, as a song goes and truly, circumstance can bring people togehter in the funniest way possible. Something both Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson can relate to, as their tandem is reunited Star Cinema's offering in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Star Magic, 24/7 In Love. Kimerald can enjoy watching their favorite team up on the silver screen again via the episode "Underwear Hero."

In the movie, Kim plays the role of Patty, a driven young account executive who has to save her job by finding a guy, who rescued his neighbors from a fire fiasco in his underwear and became an instant celebrity. Unfortunately, the guy turns out to be Gerald's character Alvin, her ex-boyfriend, whom she has hurt from the past.

The pair, who last appeared together in the movie "Till My Heartaches End" in 2010, were both happy to work with each other again. In fact, during the filming, Kim and Gerald proved their friendship is still as strong as ever. "Magkaibigan naman po kami talaga," Kim said,

Shot in Vietnam for 10 days, not only is love the fruit of their hard labor but also a very special episode in Star Cinema's offering in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Star Magic, 24/7 In Love.

Revenge, is exactly what Verna (Angelica Panganiban) wanted upon learning about the infidelity of her husband. With the opes of restoring herself, she goes to Vietnam for a vacation. And as she takes a break from all the despair of her troubled marriage, there she meets a Filipino waiter named Elvis (Jon Lloyd Cruz). Vietnam, and Elvis have become Verna's refuge, but an escape can only do so much. Will Verna have the strength to face her past and the outcome of her choices?

Filmed in Hanoi, Director John D. Lazatin expresses his thanks to John Lloyd and Angelica for being very pleasant to work with. "Since both John Lloyd and Angelica are such good actors it was a very positive experience. Tapos siyempre si John Lloyd sobrang galing na rin na artista, first time ko siyang i-direk sa big screen so I'd like to think na sana all directors get to work with him." The story of the episode, he adds, teaches audiences the lesson of setting priorities, reaching for your dreams and standing by one's directions.

And of cours, the relaxing atmosphere in Vietnam, nurtured the now blossoming love story of Angelica and John Lloyd. Watch how their chemistry on and off the screen unfolded, don't miss 24/7 In Love on November 21 in theaters nationwide.

Can a "commitment phobe" change his perspective on  love?

Like the other artists involved in Star Cinema's offering in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Star Magic, "24/7 In Love", both Diether Ocampo and Maja Salvador were pleasantly surprised when they were asked to join the star-studded ensemble. "It's quite big I mean it took 20 years to put all of us together in one big project and for me it's something, na putting a seal, seal na Star Magic, na ito well established and well respected management company," Diether said. "Sobrang ano, ako kasali? Yung talagang kinukwestiyon ko talaga kasi kasali ako. Di ba ang laking project ng 24/7 and para isali ka sa ganitong project, talagang nagtitiwala sila sayo," Maja also shared.

Diether described his and Maja's episode in the movie as started to be very light then it became kind of hard. Diet plays the role of Ken, a successful businessman who has a lot of personal issues. His views on love will be changed when Maja, who plays the role of his employee Barbara, helps him figure out how a baby ended up in his hotel room and whether he is the father of the child. "My character goes through so many things, a lot are happening simultaneously then her character sobrang kulit, like can you stop please because I need to do something, not knowing that she will be then one to provide the answer na matagal na niyang hindi naiintindihan."

Maja on the other hand, refers to her character Barbara as "manang" and a hopeless romantic. "Ako yung magsasabi sa kanya (Ken) na kailangan buksan ang puso mo para mas maraming magagandang mangyari sayo. Sa totoong buhay kapag pinili mo na maging malungkot forever kang magiging malungkot, pero onve na binuksan mo talaga yung puso mo at pinili mong sumaya kahit hindi happiness sa relationship ha, parang kung pipiliien mo lang yung happiness para sa sarili mo, sa pagkatao mo, yung lahat susunod yun eh. So ganun yung character ko".

And as Ken and Barbara wait for the DNA results on the baby, will the outcome bring about a new beginning for the two of them? Or wil it pull them back again to the pains of their past?

Diet and  Maja's episode is directed by John D Lazatin, Don't miss 24/7 In Love coming in theaters this November 21.

Can a gay man fall for his girl best friend?

Although real life lovers Bea Alonzo and Zanjoe Marudo swore they won't work with each other in a proect, bot couldn't say no to the roles of Belle and Butxh, respectively, in Star Cinema's offering in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Star Magic, "24/7 In Love".

"Siyempre umoo ako kaagad agad kasi star magic yun eh. Siyempre wala ka naman ibang gagawin kundi mag suport sa pamilya mo di ba? So walang pagdadalawang isip akong umoo." Bea shared regarding her role in the talent management's first venture into producing a full-lenght film. "Na-excite ako na magiging part ako ng selebrasyon ng Star Magic. Nung pinresent na sa akin istorya, iba iba ang naramdaman ko eh. Tapos natawa ako," Zanjoe added.

What made the project very interesting yet funny for Bea and Zanjoe is that they will be playing odd couple, Belle and Butch. Bell falls for ther best friend Butch, but the problem is Butch is in love with.....another man. "Ngayon lang ako nagportray ng role na ganito ka persistent, ganito ka obsessed sa isang character din, at saka first time ko  magkaroon ng character na naiinlove sa isang becky!" Bea said as she laughingly described what becoming Belle was like.

Zanjoe on the other hand, had doubts in playing the fashion savvy Butch, "MAs magaling siguro kung gumawa ng role eh totoong gay di ba? Haha! pero siyempre nakaka-proud din na yung mga tao may tiwala sayo. Unang una, ako kaya din lumakas loob ko para gawin yun dahil may mga tao na nainiwala sa kakayahan ko."

Though Bea felt weird at first working with Zanjoe for the first time since they became an item. his gay character made her more at ease that having him play a more serious role. "It was wierd acting with him, buti na lang malaking difference yung character niya sa totoong buhay, kasi kung hindi siguro I'd be feeling more awkward than how I'm feeling now." And Zanjoe agreed that it was indeed a challenge but fun working with his girlfriend. "Nakatulong kasi yung role ko medyo iba at least mas magiging komportable ako na gawin yung sa harapan niya dahil alam ko naman na hindi niya ako ija-judge at tututlungan niya pa ko, pwede ako humingi ng mga tips. Ayun ang sya nung shooting namin kasi si Bea yung katrabaho ko, mas komportable ako, na inaakala ko dati na mahirap umarte sa harapan niya".

Bea and Zanjoe's episode is directed by Mae Cruz and will be shown on November 21 in theaters nationwide.

Will a 40 year old virgin find true love with a gigolo?

Sam Milby and Pokwang search for their heart's desire in 24/7 In Love.

What is a 40 year old virgin supposed to do when she finds out her fiance has been cheating on her? Well, find a new man who she can trust and love of course! But this isn't an easy task so who better to help her than her bff, who's gay and full of bright ideas?

Sam Milby and Pokwang bring to life the comic story of Charles and Virgie in Star Cinema's offering in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Star Magic, "24/7 In Love". All three are excited in their first Star Magic collaboration and they say their episode has a lot of firsts. "It has a lot of firsts I think, this is my first time doing a movie with Pokwang. Hindi naman first time na katrabaho ko sya, we did a Your Song a long time ago but it's my first time being paired with her in a movie. Our Story, yung story namin ni Pokwang very comedy talaga," Sam Shares. "I know it was Pokwang's first time, ako yung first kissing scene nya ever in a movie, so she's a virgin in the movie and she's a virgin in terms of kissing scene, so I'm happy that I was the first, hahaha!"

On the other hand, John Lapus, who's also part of the episode's cast, reveals that he jumped at the chance to work with the other Sta Magic artists as this is a rare opportunity. "Hindi na ko tumanggi, syempre no, bilang bibibhira na pagsama-samahin kaming mga Star Magic artists sa ganito kalaki n project. San at least once a year, merong Star Magic movie tulad nitond 24/7 In Love kasi masaya na magkakasama kami and maski rin sa mga fans, di ba ang bongga na nakikita nilang magkakasama kami sa isang big screen, nandun kami and of course sa premiere night makikita nila kaming lahat dun."

Both Sam and John agree that 24/7 In Love has a lot of lessons for the heart, which audiences from all ages can relate to. "I would say some of the most beautiful things in life come out in the most unexpected times," Sam admits. "Sa Movie, marerealize mo na, one, age doesn't matter and two, walang pinipiling tao ang pag ibig kahit gwapo, hindi maganda, mayaman, mahirap. Kapag ang puso tinamaan ka talaga maiinlove ka talaga, kahit 24/7 pa," John adds.

Sam and Pokie's episode is directed by Frasco Mortiz. Learn about the highs and lows of love in "24/7 In Love" coming to cinemas nationwide on  November 21.

Another much awaited movie before year end.  This time lots of artists are involve in making this movie just for the celebration of Star Magic's 20th Anniversary.  Some of the well known and famous artist of generation joined forces to make this movie realized and give another block buster movie for 2012.

  

A little bit of twist and a different touch of love in a jam-packed artist movie.  According to the directors here are seven different kind of expressing their love.
 



This is the first time I think that almost 90% of the cast were present in a grand press conference and it was really raining stars during that day.  Take note they are all in pairs and most of them have "lambing" moments.  Hahaha.

So better watch out for this movie and feel the love 24/7.

When was the last time that we feel the true Kilig in our life? The happiest day that you've been together with your love one? The sweetest day every time you see each other?

Well, those were questions I reflected on the movie that I watched "Suddenly It's Magic". The movie tells the true meaning of "in love". Most of us experienced those "in love" moments in our life.

The movie "Suddenly It's Magic" is directed by Rory B. Quintos which starred by Erich Gonzales and Mario Maurer.  The movie is about a love story created out of a brokenhearted pastry maker and a foreign actor who seeks a quiet life.  It's a different feel of story and different attack on how the story would go.

In the movie, Erich and Mario portrayed their characters Joey and Marcus pretty good, since they are still in their young age, they sure make people Kilig in every part of the movie. They sure have the chemistry, and they feel the intensity of being in love together.

The places that they have been adds up to the spices of the movie.  Their shoot in Ilocos and somewhere in Thailand makes the whole scene much more interesting and romantic.   It's really fun in the Philippines, Hahaha!  Well, there was one shot that was shown on a different angle which shows the sweetest day in their life as girlfriend and boyfriend.

Just like in most movie that hits the public, there are these quotable quotes to make the movie even more interesting.  Thus, gives a plus value on the movie and even make moviegoers goes kilig to the bones.  

One of the "quotable quote" that I remember was when Marcus told Joey "I want to kiss you now....".  That was the time that they became girlfriend and boyfriend.  Most of the teenager that will watch this movie will learn more or get some ideas on how to express their love in a right time.

It is not just love and kilig moments but there are also lot of things to learn in the movie, just reflect and feel it.  It tackles all about love, sacrifices, and values.

Aside from Mario and Erich, Suddenly It's Magic is also stars by Joross Gamboa, Kakai, Bautista, Dionne Monsanto, Joy Viado, Guji Lorenzana, Ces Quesada, Dinkee Doo, Jestoni Alarcon, John Lee and Pimchanok Luevisadpaibul.

This movie hit the big screen last October 31, 2012.

Having a chance to make a review of the movie wouldn't be possible if I were not invited to this block screening so I would like to give thanks to the Ericholics and Mario Maurer Phils for having me in this event.

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An unusual Pinoy love story ending, Walang Hanggan did great in having a different ending for their love story, the director perhaps made it interesting for the viewers and away from the monotony of love story.  They have made the teleserye marked the television industry.   They have made everyone's heart morn together with the character of Dawn Zulueta (Emily) and Richard Gomez (Marco) with the death of Coco Martin and Julia Montes' character Daniel and Katerina.


I think the Walang Hanggan teleserye will be one of those teleserye that will be missed by most Filipinos and I'm sure of that because I'll be one of those fan who will sure miss it.