This mom is not a very huge fan of horror movies but I do get to watch sometimes if I like the story. So for this Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles which is the sequel of Tiktik, I think I’ll be crossing my fingers not to get scared much.

Aside from being part of a franchise, Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles also marks the comeback of GMA Films, being one of the film’s co-producers with Reality Entertainment and Agosto Dos. The franchise is formally inked with the momentous contract signing of the entities.
 Okay, this mom hasn’t watched the first part so I need to watch it first before seeing Kubot on the big screen. Just like the other bloggers who attended the blog conference, everyone have no clue what Kubot is really looks like. According to director Erik Matti kubot are mainly women which features their long hairs and whose abilities are more limited to morphing its hair into a tentacle-like mass, which they use to squeeze their victim’s innards out like gel. It gory enough to think of it but it is the local folklore.

According to director, Erik Matti, they have already conceptualized the story up to next sequel that’s why he needs to co-write with the writers just to make the story goes where he wanted it to go as a director. Just as always, direct to the point Erik Matti made every see through what he wanted to share and what he wanted for the movie viewers expects to see.

The story of Kubot happens two years after that whole tragedy in Pulupandan and is set in Manila. Macoy, the main character played by Dingdong Dantes just wants peace and quiet, not realizing that the aswang clans have a brewing problem. This time, Macoy will be fighting Doms, the character interestingly played by KC Montero. The main Kubot is played by Elizabeth Oropesa.

New additions in the cast include Isabelle Daza, Lotlot De Leon, Bogart the Explorer, Julie Ann San Jose and Abra. From the original cast, Joey Marquez and Ramon Bautista resurfaces as a different character. Introducing in the film in a special role is Hanna Ledesma.

If you’ve enjoyed watching the first part which is Tiktik, then you’ll definitely take on this next one. It’s a package of horror, comedy and action in just one movie.
Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles is one of the official entries in the 2014 Metro Manila Film Festival showing on December 25. Also, it is not just a movie but also an attraction in Enchanted Kingdom as it is launched as Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles 2 Haunted Attraction. For updates check out their social media accounts www.facebook.com/TheAswangChroniclesMovie www.twitter.com/KubotMovie and www.instagram.com/TheAswangChronicles .

For moms, December 25 will be the busiest day. Not only cleaning the mess after the Noche Buena but also the kids will get busy going to their Ninongs and Ninangs plus the movies. Speaking of movies this one movie will be great for the kids. Vic Sotto’s entry to the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) is set to make another blockbuster film, titled as “My Big Bossing”. This movie brings an ensemble of all-star cast and three of this country’s high-calibre directors. Three-in-one package of different stories for the kids and kids-at-heart

Stars of “My Big Bossing” are Vic Sotto, Ryzza Mae Dizon, Marian Rivera and Nikki Gil. The three stories are helm by three biggest directors in the industry namely Tony Y. Reyes, Marlon N. Rivera and Bb. Joyce Bernal.

The movie is the biggest-budget entry in the MMFF race, and boasts of the collaboration of three of the country’s biggest film production outfits: Octoarts Films, M-Zet TV Production and APT Entertainment.

“My Big Bossing” got three episodes of fantasy and wonder that the kids will definitely enjoy. Each stories got its own storyline. It features a star-studded cast led by the indomitable Bossing Vic Sotto, MMFF’s all-time box-office king and wonder child superstar Ryzza Mae Dizon in all three episodes.

Episode 1 entitled “Sirena” is directed by Tony Y. Reyes, and features the talents of Wally Bayola, Manilyn Reynes, and Pauleen Luna.

Episode 2 billed “Taktak,” directed by Marlon N. Rivera, is led Marian Rivera and Jose Manalo in the cast.

Episode 3 called “Prinsesa” is directed by Bb. Joyce Bernal, and puts Ryzza Mae Dizon in the spotlight alongside rising child star Alonzo Muhlach, the son of former child star Niño Muhlach, who will play the role of Alonzo’s dad in the movie as well.

During the blog conference Bossing Vic, Ryzza, Nino and Alonzo shared their stories during their shooting. And invited everyone to watch and enjoy the movie as this is their gift to everyone this Christmas.

“My Big Bossing’ is bigger and grander in scope this year because we are presenting three different stories in one film and each story was filmed independently of each other given that three different directors helmed each episode. No expense was spared in the overall production – costumes, design, special effects - particularly in the fantastical final episode. We just want to give the audience satisfying entertainment value. We want them to enjoy this film as much as we enjoyed creating this for them,” says OctoArts big boss Orly Ilacad.

“My Big Bossing” will be in theaters starting Christmas Day, Dec. 25.