The Austrian Embassy in Manila, in partnership with SM and the Film Development Council of the Philippines, launched the Innsbruck Nature Film Festival on December 1, 2025, at SM Mall of Asia Cinema 1. The festival began with “Wild Innsbruck” (Austria, 2019), a 45-minute documentary directed by...
The Embassy of France in the Philippines and Micronesia, in partnership with SM Supermalls and SM Cinema, present the 28th edition of the French Film Festival, Manila’s annual rendez-vous for lovers of global cinema. Some of the most dynamic and forward-looking line up of French films will be...
The Japan Foundation, Manila proudly presents the return of the Japanese Film Festival (JFF) to Philippine theaters this October 2025! Catch a specially curated lineup of 12 remarkable films—from beloved classics to critically acclaimed new releases—now showing at SM Cinema Manila. JFF 2025...
Red carpets are always the perfect stage for unforgettable style moments. But at the 2025 Venice Film Festival, it was more than just a spectacle—it became a launch pad for fashion houses and newly appointed creative directors to showcase their visions. Cate Blanchett in Maison Margiela Cate...
Lolita 'Lolit ' Solis, a showbiz icon who led a colorful career as an entertainment columnist and talent manager of high-profile celebrities, has passed away. She was 78. Her demise was announced by her eldest daughter, Sneezy, who flew in from the US on Friday. Lolit is survived by...
Fresh from the Cannes Film Festival in France, actress-producer Sylvia Sanchez, chief executive of Nathan Studios, said she was grateful for having participated in the prestigious film festival and collaborating with film producers abroad via the Japanese art movie Renoir. During lunch at North...
The Italian Film Festival 2025 returns this year with a curated selection of acclaimed films that celebrate the charm, wit, and emotional depth of contemporary Italian cinema. The festival will take place on June 6 and 7, 2025, at Cinema 2, SM Aura. Presented by the Embassy of Italy in Manila, in...
Our very own Pia Wurtzbach-Jauncey continues to reign on the global red carpet, gracing some of the biggest international events in arts, beauty, and fashion. Most recently, she turned heads at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival in France with a radiant, natural makeup look that highlighted her beauty....
CEBU CITY – She didn’t just turn heads, she also made history. Socialite and fashion icon Happy Melendres became the first Cebuana to walk twice on the red carpet of Cannes Film Festival when she took part in the 78th edition of the prestigious global event in France. Glamorous in a couture...
CANNES, France (AP) — French authorities believe arson may have played a role in a power outage Saturday in southeast France that threatened to jeopardize the Cannes Film Festival’s closing celebrations, including the much-anticipated Palme d’Or ceremony. Power was restored hours...
From left: Art Atayde, wife Nathan Studios producer Sylvia Sanchez-Atayde, Yui Suzuki, Filipino film producer Alem Berg of Daluyong Studios, Lily Frankly, Hikari Oshida, Japanese co-producer Eiko Mizuno Gray of Loaded Film. International collaboration holds significant promise for the Philippine...
Jennifer Lawrence (left) and Robert Pattinson pose for photographers at the photo call for the film 'Die, My Love ' at the 78th Cannes Film Festival in France on May 18. (Joel C. Ryan/Invision/AP) CANNES, France (AP) — Last year, the Cannes Film Festival produced three best...
