After attending the Met Gala in New York City on May 1, BLACKPINK’s Jennie will be heading to France for the Cannes Film Festival. Jennie has been confirmed to attend the 76th Cannes Film Festival, which will be held from May 16 to 27. Jennie wearing a Chanel dress for the Met Gala (Photo...
Damien Chazelle (AFP) ROME (AFP) - US director Damien Chazelle, best known for the Oscar-winning "La La Land", will lead the jury of the upcoming Venice Film Festival, organizers announced Friday. The 80th edition of the prestigious festival will take place from Aug. 30 through Sept. 9 on the...
The *Parangal ng Sining* was short and sweet, held on April 23 at Seda Hotel, Quezon City. The government through the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) gave recognition to a number of important pillars and movers in the film industry. Paolo Villaluna and Mrtiks Escobar; Dolly de...
The HBO series “The Idol” has been chosen as an official selection for the 76th Cannes Film Festival, which will run from May 16 to 27. Organizers have announced the official selection for this year’s festival. The 76th Cannes Film Festival will be held from May 16 to 27 (Cannes Film...
Last month we were in the 29th Vesoul International Film Festival of Asian Cinema, where *Apag* (Feast) was in competition. Brillante “Dante” Mendoza was born in Pampanga and *Apag* is his tribute to his hometown, the food, the culture, and its people. *Apag* film poster All actors are...
The cast of 'About Us But Not About Us' (Images by Juan Carlo De Vela) Romnick Sarmenta and Gladys Reyes were the big winners in the acting category for the 1st Summer Metro Manila Film Festival Gabi ng Parangal held at the New Frontier Theater in Araneta City last April 11. "About Us But Not About...
The inaugural Summer Metro Manila Film Festival has revealed its nominees hours before the awarding ceremonies which will be held at the New Frontier Theater in Araneta City on April 11. Golden Globe and Bafta nominee Dolly de Leon is head of the jury for this year's filmfest. Eight films are vying...
The Holy Week long weekend is a great time to reflect on one's actions and impacts on the world. From family to spiritual journey-themed films, there are a lot of movies to binge-watch with the family this coming long weekend. As some practices of Lent have agricultural origins, such as the act of...
In 2021, a time when theaters were pushed to close their doors, Cinema ’76 Film Society offered a new experience to Filipino film buffs with its Cinema ’76 Café. Soon enough, it became a hotspot not just for moviegoers but also for Filipino foodies. This year, the café invites everyone to an...
Martika Ramirez Escobar’s psychological comedy-drama movie took home the ‘World Cinema Dramatic Special Jury Award: Innovative Spirit’ at the Sundance Film Festival 2022 After having its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival 2022 , Martika Ramirez Escobar's psychological comedy-drama...
The Senate has adopted a resolution congratulating and commending Filipino actor Romeo “John” Gonzales Arcilla for winning the coveted Volpi Cup for best actor in the 78th Annual Venice International Film Festival. It was Sen. Manuel “Lito” Lapid who introduced Senate Resolution No. 490....
Senator Jinggoy Estrada on Tuesday, February 21 said the Optical Media Board (OMB) has outlived its purpose and would best be abolished. Estrada made the statement as he filed Senate Bill No. 1904, which calls for its abolition. “The significant technological advancements in the media landscape...
