Do you remember the anticipation you felt during the first day of school? Feel the excitement, feel the anxiety and anticipate the showing of Star Cinema and Rexona’s big screen collaboration, First Day Highon September 27! The catchy ad campaign with the equally riveting theme song is now a movie and it has brought together 5 of the hottest young stars in the entertainment scene. Discover how Maja Salvador, Geoff Eigenman, Jason Abalos, Gerald Anderson and Kim Chiu explored their respective characters in this breakthrough project opening soon in over 100 theaters nationwide!
Kim Chiu is Indi (Brainy High), the whiz kid. She has won almost every academic excellence award possible and is considered to be one of the most intelligent persons in the country. She recently bagged the National Award for Most Outstanding Student of the Country for Science and Invention. She also topped this year’s FDHU entrance exam. Indi is the type of person who explains everything through a scientific formula and that includes emotions. She believes that love is just a result of a chemical reaction. She dreams of inventing an anti-love potion to cure her mother’s broken heart after her body-builder dad left them for another woman.
Gerald Anderson is MJ2 (MVP High) the Golden Boy of the FDHU Flying Lizards. MJ2 is the younger brother of MJ1 (Michael Johnson Ramirez), the school’s current MVP and star player. Upon entering the university, MJ2 is already touted as his brother’s successor. Problem is, MJ2 seems to be having a hard time adjusting to the pressure and attention that comes with being a star.
Maja Salvador is Pré (Sossy High), a girl who lives her life like a princess. Thanks to her parents’ recenty acquired wealth from their meat shop business, Pré was the richest girl in their high school. She has tons of admirers and was always the center of attention. The popular girl, making friends was not a problem for her. Pré intends to conquer FDHU the same way she ruled the social circle in high school. On her first day in college, she immediately knew that she has to be part of the university’s most elite sorority – Alpha Alpha. She will do anything to be a member but joining is not as easy as it seems even for a sossy girl like Pré.
Jason Abalos is Nathan (Nice Guy High), everybody’s best friend. He always puts his friends’ happiness first before his own. He readily helps them with all their problems and always gives them sound advice. He is this school year’s alternate water boy to the Flying Lizards. What everyone does not now is that the cheery guy has a dilemma of his own. He’s harboring a crush for his childhood friend, Pré.
Geoff Eigenman is Gael (Rebel High) the mystery guy of FDHU. Because he is rarely seen inside the campus, rumors abound Gael’s identity. Some believe that he is an escaped ex-convict while some claim that they’ve seen him star in an adult video. Truth is, Gael would just rather be somewhere else earning money than being cooped up inside a classroom. He takes on several part time jobs and most often than not, people always misinterpret the things he does. Estranged from his father, the Flying Lizard’s head coach, Gael refuses to go home and rents an apartment on his own. Aside from this, he also needs money to support his one true passion, art.
Find out how these characters are connected! Find out how they will deal with their first day, discover their stories and witness their failures and victories, all in one big, big movie. First Day High is under the helm of promising director Mario Cornejo, whose first digital movie, Bigtime made it big in the awards circuit, even earning him a Cinemalaya Award for Best Screenplay and an Urian nomination. Now, on his first mainstream project, Direk Mario brings in a new and vibrant take on the youth and their issues.
PostBanhammer posted on 25-7-2012 06:45 AM
Tumpang tanye jap, memang orang2 filipina lawa2 hensem2 ke? Atau diorang macam indon gak, banyak amb ...
menurut member aku yg mix melayu+philipino. org2 kat sana sama mcm org2 kat malaysia je.ade yg putih.ade yg hitam.bukannye seme lawa pun.kiranye yg artis2 ni jela lawa2.
STAR Cinema offers an ultimate barkada movie date experience this month of August as it premiers "The Reunion."
Topbilled by Enchong Dee, Kean Cipriano, Enrique Gil and Xian Lim, the film is a coming-of-age comedy movie that follows the adventures and misadventures of Lloyd (Enchong), Bogs (Enrique), Pat (Kean), and Joax (Xian) after their life in high school.It tells their struggles to pursue their passion for music and their respective life goals.
Joining the four guys are Jessy Mendiola, Megan Young, Bangs Garcia, and Julia Montes. the movie is a fun-filled story of friendship, love and life.
"The movie will present the journey of a high school barkada who reunited after so many years to trace back their lives and search for the things that went wrong and the people that they've hurt in order to change their future," Mortiz said.
Meanwhile, lead stars Xian and Enrique shared that the whole cast are also thrilled of the project as it is said to be inspired by the hit songs of the legendary 90's Pinoy rock band "Eraserheads".
"It's like the 'Bagets' of the new generation, so expect a lot of comedy. It's a tale of friends simply having fun," said Enrique.
"I really hope that a lot of people will get entertained with our movie. It has a great cast and an equally great director," Xian, for his part, said.
Joing the cast are Matt Evans, Tom Rodriguez, Joseph Marco, Ivan Dorschner, Brian Santos, Alodia Gosiengfiao, Kakai Bautista, Louise Abuel, and Gina Pareño.
“Goodbye America” is Star Cinema’s first line production and local release under the banner of Star Pacific Cinema, a joint venture by ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation and Pacific Hollywood. The story of three US Navy officers in the Subic Naval Bases during the bases’ last days in the Philippines, is a collaboration of a British – American and a Filipino screenwriter. The ensemble cast of an interesting mix of Filipino and American performers, which includes Nanette Medved, Alma concepcion, Daria Ramirez, Raymond Bagatsing, Richard Joson, James Brolin, Rae Dawn Chong, John Haymes Newton, Corin Nemec, Alexis Arquette and Michael York. The film was directed by Thierry Knotz from Switzerland.The production staff was composed of Filipinos and Americans. All of the technical equipment were provided by Star Cinema.
Variety Magazine called this film’s production values as “first-rate and outstanding”. The film was presented at the Cannes Film Festival for marketing & distribution. To date, “Goodbye America” has been sold to 60 territories worldwide.
After the success of “Goodbye America,” Star Cinema released another international film, locally produced by its sister company, ABS-CBN ENTERTAINMENT, The film entitled, “Legacy” is an action film directed by TJ Scott which stars David Hasselhoff and Donita Rose.
A horror thriller will be screened in the US and Canada this May, paving the way for a Philippine-made film to enjoy a commercial release in North America.
GMA Films, through a distribution agreement with Hollywood-based Freestyle Releasing, will screen “The Road” in mainstream American and Canadian markets beginning May 11.
“The Road” revisits a cold case when three teenagers go missing while passing through an abandoned and mysterious road. As investigators search for the teens, they also unearth the road’s gruesome past that includes a dark history of abduction, crimes and murders. Lingering in the desolate pathway is a vengeful ghost who makes sure no one leaves the road — alive!
The ensemble cast includes Rhian Ramos, Carmina Villarroel, Marvin Agustin, TJ Trinidad, Alden Richards, Barbie Forteza, Louise delos Reyes, Derrick Monasterio, Lexi Fernandez, Ynna Asistio and Renz Valerio, John Regala, Lloyd Samartino, Gerald Madrid, Allan Paule and Jacklyn Jose.
The movie, directed by Yam Laranas, will be shown in more than 50 theaters across North America. “The Road” will also hold a red-carpet premiere in Los Angeles on May 9.
“I think this is the first time that a locally-produced Filipino film will be distributed commercially by an international releasing outfit in the US and Canada, and treated like a Hollywood-produced movie,” said GMA Films President Annette Gozon-Abrogar. “This is not simply a special offshore screening of a locally-produced film; this is a full-fledged commercial distribution deal, and there’s a big difference between the two.”
“We are honored to have the opportunity to exhibit the ingenuity and creativity of our artists and directors in the international market. It’s about time we show the world that we, Filipinos, are not only good in boxing or singing, we can also excel in the field of movie-making,” said GMA Chairman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon.
Laranas said he is excited about the “pioneering” development for “The Road.”
“This only proves that quality entertainment of international standard is of high importance to the network,” he said.
The film’s US release is co-presented by GMA’s international channels GMA Pinoy TV and GMA Life TV. GMA Films is the movie production arm of Philippine media giant GMA Network, Inc.
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The lead character is a 10-year old boy, Nico, whose dad works in Dubai and whose mom often leaves him alone doing the housework. A shy clumsy boy with very few friends, he finds a supportive ally in May, a feisty girl who helps him blend well with other boys in the neighborhood. Together, they will join hands to combat some evil forces that threaten chaos not only in the cyber world but also in the real world through the multiplayer online game called Metanoia. The use of Nico’s yoyo as a weapon that gives him power to go swinging like Spiderman is a stroke of genius.
There were just some talky sequences but, overall, the film is really worth seeing as it offers very valuable messages about the importance of family, friendship and working as a team. The quality of the voice acting is also good, particularly Zaijian Jaranilla who’s just perfect as Nico. Also to be commended is the imaginative use of local songs and the splendid musical score by Gerald Salonga that never tries to unnecessarily intrude.
“I Do Bidoo Bidoo,” the movie based on the hit songs of APO, is an endearing musical comedy that is the best local film we have seen so far this year. If by any chance you don’t get to like it, then you must be a grumpy grouchy curmudgeon who does not believe people can just burst into song-and-dance numbers, so you surely won’t enjoy this big sing-along fest. “I Do Bidoo” accomplishes what our favorite samples of this genre do. The musical sequences are highly entertaining, uplifting and contagious. The familiar APO songs are infectious and the dancing is energetic.
The story is simple, very Romeo and Juliet. Sam Concepcion is the son of a poor couple, Ogie Alcasid, a songwriter who’s a one-hit wonder, and Eugene Domingo, a caterer. Tippy Dos Santos is the daughter of a rich couple with a sprawling farm, Zsa Zsa Padilla and Gary Valenciano, with a meddlesome grandpa who’s a retired general, Jaime Fabregas. The two families meet at the “pamanhikan,” they fight, and the young lovers are torn by the conflict. Their parents also have sensitive issues about each other. But everything is easily resolved by film’s end for the usual happy ending with the very apt “Pag-ibig” number.
Well constructed and written by Chris Martinez, who also directs it superbly, it has likeable characters also wonderfully acted by a very talented ensemble cast. Ogie establishes the hilarity in the movie with his lively “Dubidoo” opening production number, played with six kids. Eugene is adorable without being pa-cutesy. Her “Di Na Natuto” sexy number with Ogie truly brings the house down. She’s also touching in that scene where she tries to convince her son that life goes on after his aborted wedding to Tippy. We just love Zsa Zsa Padilla in her “Tuyo ng Damdamin” number. Gary Valenciano owns the screen in “Paano” when he stops Zsa Zsa from leaving him.
Sam is simply sensational as the male lead. He and Tippy (who also does well) are delightful in three numbers: “Panalangin,” “Nakapagtataka” and “Ewan.” Even his “Blue Jeans” number that seems like it was just suddenly inserted into the movie, is in all fairness, quite well executed.
Providing great support are Sweet Plantado of the Company and Frenchie Dy as Eugene’s best friends who shine in their own “Awit ng Barkada” number in the kitchen. Not to be outdone is Neil Coleta who really surprised us with his two numbers, “Mahirap Magmahal ng Syota ng Iba” and “Kaibigan.” This early, we nominate him as best supporting actor.
Martinez’ direction is alternately playful and gracious, and it certainly pays respect to the songs that inspired the movie, thanks to the excellent new arrangements rendered by the reliable Vincent de Jesus. The bouncy “Salawikain” number with members of both families singing and tripping merrily while having lunch is a show-stopping highlight. We find ourselves teary-eyed in the “Batambata Ka Pa” number sung by Eugene, Gary, Sam and Tippy. As a matter of fact, we found ourselves in tears a number of times because of the sheer brilliance with which some numbers were executed for the big screen. Putting it simply, it’s everything we would want in a movie and this timeless crowd-pleaser is most certainly highly recommended. You should all watch it. And yes, when Jim Paredes, Danny Javier and Boboy Garovillo suddenly showed up in cameo in one scene, the viewers burst into a spontaneous applause of approval, obviously not only for their memorable songs but also for the movie itself that pays them a well deserved tribute.
And I Love You So is a Philippine romantic drama film produced by Star Cinema, starring Bea Alonzo, Sam Milby and Derek Ramsay. This film reunites Alonzo and Milby; the previous being Close to You (2006). The film is directed by Laurenti Dyogi, and celebrates the 16th year of Star Cinema films. The film describes the feeling of forbidden love for another person when that love may not be forbidden at all.
The film also had critical applause from critics and also nominations from different film and entertainment awards.
Lara (Bea Alonzo) meets the love of her life, Oliver Cruz (Derek Ramsay). They live a happy married life. She falls in love with Oliver all over again each and every day because of his charm, and also because he was her first love ever. Yet, five months later, Oliver dies of an aneurysm, and financial problems occur for Lara, not to mention heartbreak. At the suggestion of her friends, she rents out the former condominium she and Oliver lived in to a man named Chris Panlilio (Sam Milby), and then decides to live with her mother-in-law, Kate, and sister-in-law, Audrey. Intent to help his landlady learn to move on with her life, Chris decides to guide Lara into doing different daily activities to be happy again, in exchange for her teaching him proper Tagalog. Yet, this new found friendship turns into something more special,
Eugene (Sam Milby) arrives in Bukidnon with only one intention: to forget his problems at work. But when he meets Raffy (KC Concepcion) and as they travel and go on ridiculous and death-defying activities together, they start to form a friendship that goes beyond Eugene’s original plan. Raffy helps Eugene appreciate himself more and to look at things in a positive way. With Raffy, Eugene begins to believe in himself again. Soon, against his own expectations, he admits to himself that has fallen in love with this girl.
But life is truly ironic. The moment Eugene expresses his feelings for her, Raffy suddenly starts to push him away. She admits that he can never have her, and she doesn’t want Eugene to hope for a happy ending with her, because she cannot be loved.
Now, it is Eugene’s turn to make Raffy believe in love again, just as how she reminded him to believe in himself. But is faith enough to change the course of their destiny? And is his love strong enough for him to sacrifice everything for a relationship that will not last, and for a girl who will leave him soon?
Joey Hermosa (Erich Gonzales) and Marcus Hanson (Mario Maurer) only have two things in common.
One: they live to make fairy-tale romances happen -- Joey through her exquisite wedding cakes; Marcus through the numerous romantic comedies he stars in.
Two: their own love stories do not have the fairy-tale happy endings -- she was just recently dumped at the altar; he just discovered that his on-s
creen partner and real-life girlfriend had fallen in love with another man.
These two broken-hearted people will find love again when they least expect it. Sounds like the perfect recipe for a sweet ever after!
Desperate to escape the media frenzy and the intrusive questions of the public about his love life and career, Marcus impulsively decides to go on vacation in the Philippines where he meets Joey who is determined to move forward with her life. Marcus finds himself drawn to Joey's passion for baking, and rediscovers his love for acting. In love once again, he invites her to join him in Thailand. Joey refuses at first, but she eventually follows him to Bangkok and allows herself to fall in love again. But their love encounters opposition from Marcus' fans who are desperate to see him reunite with his ex-girlfriend, and from his overprotective mother. Moreover, Joey's responsibilities back home cause a strain in their relationship. Despite their love for each other, Joey and Marcus begin to question if their dreams are worth sacrificing for holiday romance suddenly turned serious.
Can Marcus and Joey's fairytale romance survive life's realities?
with the success of No Other Woman tagged as 2nd Biggest Blockbuster of All Time fILIPINO mOVIE ...Third party relationships is the trend in Philippine mainstream movies nowadays. A Secret Affair tackles the same theme about lies, temptations and rules in a relationship.
Rafi (Anne Curtis) is happily committed to her lovely partner in life, Anton (Derek Ramsay). She's a bachelorette from a rich family, who belongs to the "Friday Club", the regular get-together of her college friends. Rafi is an attention-getter because of her in and out beauty and impressive credentials. But one day, a major life decision shifts everyone's impression of her. Sam (Andi Eigenmann), a rebellious, carefree and happy-go-lucky woman, who thinks that she can get away with her every dilemma. However, her perspectives turn 180 degrees when she meets the man who unexpectedly changes her life.
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