2009 Metro Manila Film Festival

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Sosmaryosep.. murag every year anam2x man ka lousy ang mga movies nga moapil ani...

Philippine movie industry wa nay paglaom.. Maypa sigurong Pinoy indie films ani nila...

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Shake Rattle and Roll XI details

Lamang Lupa
• Cast: Jennica Garcia, Rayver Cruz, Iya Villania, Mart Escudero, Bangs Garcia and twin brothers Dominic and Felix Roco. • Director: Jessel Monteverde The episode “Lamang Lupa” features some of the most sought-after young stars of the Kapamilya and Kapuso Networks: Jennica Garcia, Rayver Cruz, Iya Villania, Mart Escudero, Bangs Garcia and twin brothers Dominic Roco and Felix Roco. The story revolves around a group of friends who went camping only to find themselves relentlessly pursued by ferocious creatures called “lamanglupas.” Director for this episode is Jessel Monteverde.

Diablo
• Cast: Maja Salvador, Mark Anthony Fernandez, Cherry Pie Picache, Gina Alajar, Ron Morales, and Jairus Aquino • Director: Rico Gutierrez

The second episode, “Diablo,” will pair Maja Salvador with Mark Anthony Fernandez for the very first time. Directed by Rico Gutierrez, the episode tells the story of Claire, a young doctor-intern at a provincial hospital is haunted by demonic visions after she encounters a female patient who is suspected of carrying a deadly flu virus. Claire’s aunt brings her to Fr. Ronnie who turns out be Claire’s ex-boyfriend. Old flames are rekindled with both Fr. Ronnie and Claire battle the demons.

Ukay-Ukay
• Cast: Ruffa Gutierrez, Zoren Legaspi, Megan Young. • Director: Don Michael Perez

the "Ukay-Ukay" story with Ruffa Gutierrez and Zoren Legaspi as a would-be couple Kayla and Harold whose wedding plans are deterred by a possessed vintage gown. When it falls into their hands, heavy breathing, nightmares, dragging footsteps and an apparition of a headless bride start happening. Instead of planning a wedding, Kayla must now fight against the evil spirits. Megan Young is also cast in this episode. Writer-turned-director Don Michael Perez is at the helm.

Trailer

YouTube - SHAKE RATTLE AND ROLL XI TRAILER

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Panday trailer looks awful.

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The MMFF begins today. Which film will you be watching?

From the web

The much awaited 2009 Metro Manila Film Festival, an annual undertaking of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) under the leadership this year of former Judge Oscar Inocentes, officially starts Friday, Christmas Day. The seven official entries will be screened in all theaters nationwide from Friday till Jan. 7, 2010.

The seven entries are “Ang Darling Kong Aswang” (OctoArts, M-Zet and APT Entertainment), “I Love You, Goodbye” (ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc.), “Noboby, Nobody But Juan” (RVQ Productions and Kaizz Ventures), “Mano Po 6 (My Mother)” (Regal Entertainment, Inc.), “Panday” (GMA Films and Imus Productions), “Shake, Rattle & Roll XI” (Regal Entertainment, Inc.) and “Wapakman” (Solar Entertainment).

“Ang Darling Kong Aswang” stars Vic Sotto, the undisputed MMFF Box-Office King, who has a new leading lady in Cristine Reyes. The horror-fantasy-comedy-romance flick is directed by Tony Y. Reyes, the same director who megged Vic’s previous top-grossing festival entries.

So, will “Ang Darling Kong Aswang” be the MMFF topgrosser again this year? Said Vic: “Honestly, I don’t really think about it just like the previous years. Getting the No. 1 post in the race is just a bonus. What’s more important is the satisfaction and enjoyment of our loyal audience. That’s why we made sure the end product would only be the best. In terms of budget, storyline, casting and special effects, I can say that ‘Ang Darling Kong Aswang’ is one of my grandest MMFF entries ever.”

He added: “Every Christmas, it has been our goal to give the best entertainment to our loyal patrons who never fail to support our filmfest offerings. ‘Ang Darling Kong Aswang’ will continue the tradition, so to speak. I’m sure the viewers will enjoy it.” What adds to Vic’s strong appeal at the tills is its being a family-oriented film. “More than the horror element, it’s first and foremost a family picture. It imparts some important lessons on love, sacrifice, friendship, faith and loyalty. This is also the reason why our aswangs are all good-looking and young like Jean Garcia, Rafael Rossel, Denise Laurel, Jackie Rice, Empress Schuck and Gian Sotto.”

As to why he chose Cristine as his leading lady, Vic said “why not? She’s one of the hottest young stars today. I can see that she’ll go a long way in showbiz. And she fits her role to a T. She’s got that enigmatic, quiet persona and white complexion which characterizes a creature of the night.” He also admired Cristine’s professionalism.

Also in the cast of “Aswang” are Agot Isidro, Dante Rivero, Allan K, Jenny Miller, Wally Bayola, Tita Swarding, Mosang, Shalala and child stars Mika dela Cruz and Barbie Forteza.

“I Love You, Goodbye” stars Angelica Panganiban, Derek Ramsay and Gabby Concepcion in his comeback dramatic movie role.

Directed by awarded Laurice Guillen, it tells the story of a successful doctor (Gabby) who falls in love with an ordinary woman (Angelica) after the break-up of his marriage to Angel Aquino’s character. Angelica has a past (with Derek’s character) she was trying to forget. The movie reunites Laurice with Angelica who starred in her awarded film “Santa-Santita.” In “I Love You, Goodbye,” Angelica gives a very impressive performance, something that will definitely rank her among the great dramatic actors of Philippine cinema.

It’s another unforgettable film from ABS-CBN Film Productions/Star Cinema, and making it even more exciting is that it marks the return to the big screen of former matinee idol Gabby Concepcion who proves that he is still a very appealing actor especially with the ladies of his generation and also the younger ones. Playing his rebellious daughter in the movie is Kim Chiu.

“Noboby, Nobody But Juan” is topbilled by “Comedy King” Dolphy. Once again, he showcases his comic skills in this movie directed by his son Eric Quizon and which features an all-star cast including Ms. Gloria Romero, Eddie Garcia, Eric Quizon, Vandolph, Epy Quizon, G Toengi, Pokwang, Eugene Domingo, Bearwin Meily, Mar Lopez and Heart Evangelista. “Wowowee” host Willie Revillame plays a special guest role as himself, while a gang of other comedians also joins in the fun: Andoy Ranay, Ricci Chan, Long Mejia, Brod Pete and many others.

“Nobody, Nobody but Juan” talks about the heartaches and joys of senior citizens as embodied by Juan (played by Dolphy). Juan has two son, Mario (played by Eric) who happens to run the nursing home in Chicago where Juan lives, and John (played by co-producer Joe Aldeguer of Joe Aldeguer Productions). Juan is constantly at odds with son Mario because he refuses to follow orders to cut down on watching TV shows, particularly “Wowowee” on The Filipino Channel (TFC). Meantime, John, a businessman, is always too busy even to have a meal with Juan.

“Nobody, Nobody But Juan” is supported by The Filipino Channel (TFC), ABS-CBN, Bench, Samsung, Komeya 3Q, Prostamen the 3-in-1 supplement for men’s health, Cory Quirino World of Wellness, Taichi Liniment and media partners Yes FM 101.1 and 90.7 Love Radio.

“Panday,” the legendary komiks hero created by National Artist Carlo J. Caparas, stars Sen. Bong Revilla in his second “Panday” movie, with Iza Calzado and Rhian Ramos as his leading ladies. “Panday” was directed by Mac Alejandre and Rico Gutierrez. The late Fernando Poe Jr. first played Panday.

The prediction is that “Ang Panday” will be the topgrosser of the 2009 MMFF. Sen. Bong is confident of this because as he said during the movie’s press screening at Cinema 6 of SM Megamall (after which he gave the entertainment writers a memorable Christmas party) “this is the best ‘Panday’ ever. It’s world-class and I’m sure the moviegoers will agree with me.”

In the past, the FPJ-topbiller versions were all topgrossers, and Bong said “I don’t want to break the tradition.” Bong first played Flavio in “Dugo ng Panday,” where he was directed by Caparas himself. Carlo said Bong is the perfect “heir” to the “Panday” legacy. “Ninong Ronnie entrusted me the role,” Bong said. “He told me ‘alagaan mo ang ‘Panday’ ha. Take care of it.’ I assured Ninong Ronnie that I wouldn’t disappoint him.”

Asked what convinced him that “Ang Panday” is the best ever, Bong refused to, so to speak, lift his own bench (magbuhat ng sariling bangko) and simply said “they should watch it and find out for themselves.”

“Shake, Rattle & Roll XI” is a three-episode horror flick directed by three promising film directors: Jessel Monteverde, Rico Gutierrez and Don Michael Perez. The first episode, “Diablo,” stars Maja Salvador as a possessed woman and Mark Anthony Fernandez as the priest-exorcist. Maja displays remarkable acting skills in her role, making her someone to watch out for. The second episode, “Ukay-Ukay” stars Ruffa Gutierrez who is reunited with her former real-life boyfriend Zoren Legaspi. The third episode is entitled “Lamang-Lupa” and it features Rayver Cruz, Jennica Garcia, Mart Escudero, Iya Villania, Bangs Garcia, and twin brothers Dominic Roco and Felix Roco.

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First reviews are in!

Ang Panday (1.5 out of 5 stars)

One man. A sword. A legion of bad guys. The formula seems simple enough, and combined with decent special effects and great production design, this 2009 version of Ang Panday really ought to have been a home run. And yet it isn’t. Poor direction and a mess of a script pretty much waste the film’s otherwise excellent production values, giving us a film that might have been worth watching if there weren’t any people in it.

More at The Legend Killer (Movie Review for Ang Panday) @ ClickTheCity.com Movies


Mano Po 6 (1.5 out of 5 stars)

Mano Po 6: A Mother’s Love is such a bland film. While most people would consider it a harmless piece of entertainment, its effects are actually more devastating than the unhindered spreading of a disjointed contentment for substandard filmmaking in the country. It is first and foremost advertised as a mirror of the Chinese culture. Its gorgeous poster, backgrounded by what looks like a Chinese painting, with its posing actors and actresses draped in traditional chiong sam in the center, and Chinese characters adorned everywhere, can be considered as an invitation for an immersion on the culture and history of the Filipino-Chinese community. Unfortunately, the film, or for that matter, the entire film series, is simply a parade of stereotypes that only furthers alienation instead of planting an accurate understanding of the Filipino-Chinese culture. Bad and careless populist filmmaking coupled with ruthless advertising has proven to be very dangerous. Whether or not the intentions are pure is immaterial because subversion may be unintended, and history has proven that even the most innocuous of media can be converted as harsh propaganda.

More at The Mano Po Story: God Have Mercy On Us! (Movie Review for Mano Po 6: My Mother) @ ClickTheCity.com Movies

[bjpunk182]

no offense lang ha, murag wala koy tan.awon sa mga entries sa MMF ay...sayangan ko sa ako kwarta...hehehe

[dark_phoenix]

No offense pud, usikan jd ko mu watch ug Pinoy films. Last nako watch was Tanging INa may gani worth it pud akong money ato. Mostly, Cinema One ra jd ko watch ug Tagalog movies. =)

[Arshen]

wapakman ko tan.aw

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or nobody nobody but juan

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Box-office reports should start coming in soon.