Vilma Santos Goes International with First Indie Film; Beats 21 Other Actresses

ABS-CBN takes pride in the achievement of Star For All Seasons Vilma Santos, who was named Best Actress at the 13th Dhaka International Film Festival held in Bangladesh for her performance in her first-ever indie film “Ekstra,” which was released by Star Cinema together with Quantum Films.

Vilma bested 21 other lead actresses of film entries from Asia Pacific, including Australia.

She was first honored as Best Actress for “Ekstra” at the 2013 Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival 2013 and the Gawad Tanglaw Awards 2014.

“Ekstra” is a touching drama-comedy film that revolves around the lives of bit players in the movie and TV industry like Loida Malabanan (played by Vilma).

In 2013, “Ekstra” gained international premiere as part of the Contemporary World Cinema program of the prestigious 38th Toronto International Film Festival.

The Jeffrey Jeturian-directed film earned unanimous grade of “A” from the Cinema Evalution Board (CEB).

Part of Star Cinema’s 20th anniversary in the movie industry, “Ekstra” also features Ruby, Tart Carlos of “Be Careful With My Heart,” Cherie Gil, Pilar Pilapil, Nico Antonio, Tom Rodriguez, Direk Marlon Rivera, Vince de Jesus and many more.

Also part of Vilma’s milestone movie is the special participation of Richard Yap, Marian Rivera, and Piolo Pascual.

For latest updates on “Ekstra” and other 20th anniversary offerings of Star Cinema, visit www.StarCinema.com.ph, http://facebook.com/StarCinema and http://twitter.com/StarCinema.

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Gerald Anderson, Bugoy Carino in Christmas Family Drama Episode of MMK (Dec 21)

Kapamilya actor Gerald Anderson will make viewers of ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” realize the value of unity in a family, especially in its most trying times. 

Witness in the story how Edwin’s (Gerald) cold heart changed when his nephew, JV (Bugoy Cariño/JB Agustin) was diagnosed with a disease called Thalassemia. How did a sad news about an illness remove all the anger in one’s heart and even made a family’s bond stronger? 

The Nuel C. Naval-directed episode will also feature Alicia Alonzo, Nanding Josef, Joshua Dionisio, Patrick Sugui, Shey Bustamante, Paolo Rivero and Nico Antonio. The story was researched by Agatha Ruadap written by Arah Jell Badayos and Joan Habana. 

“MMK” is led by business unit head Malou Santos, production manager Roda Dela Cerna, and executive producer Fe Catherine San Pablo. 

Don’t miss the touching Christmas family drama in “MMK” this Saturday (December 21), after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to MMK.abs-cbn.com, follow @MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” Facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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Posas Wins Best Film at 2012 Hanoi International Film Festival; Nora Aunor and Eddie Garcia Nominated at 55th Asia Pacific Film Festival

Lawrence Fajardo‘s Posas (Shackled) was named Best Feature Film at the 2nd Hanoi International Film Festival (HANIFF) 2012. The indie film, which stars Nico Antonio, Wendy Valdez, Bangs Garcia  Susan Africa, and Art Acuña won $5,000.

Posas debuted at the 2012 Cinemalaya Film Festival where it was also hailed as Best Film (Directors showcase category). It was also screened at the 2012 Busan International Film Festival (BIFF). 

Meanwhile, Posas director, Lawrence Fajardo will have a mainstream movie on this year's Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF 2012). Titled The Strangers, the horror movie stars Enrique Gil, Julia Montes, Enchong Dee and JM de Guzman. Check out all the official entries to the 2012 MMFF here.

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Nora Aunor and Eddie Garcia scored nominations at the 55th Asia Pacific Film Festival 2012 to be held in Macau. Nora is nominated for Best Actress for her portrayal in Thy Womb while Eddie Garcia was nominated in the Best Actor category for his performance in Bwakaw, the country's official entry in the Best Foreign Language Film category of the Oscars next year.

The 55th Asia Pacific Film Festival will run from December 13 to 16 at The Venetian Macao Resort Hotel. The said film festival is a Chinese initiative and should not be mistaken for the Australia-based Asia Pacific Screen Awards where Nora Aunor won Best Actress, also for Thy Womb.

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The Strangers Movie Poster Unveiled (Starring Julia Montes, Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil)

Check out the official movie poster of The Strangers, an official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) starring Enrique Gil, Julia Montes and Enchong Dee. Watch The Strangers full trailer here.

MMFF 2012 Official Entries 

(8 Mainstream and 5 New Wave Feature Films)

Directed by Lawrence Fajardo of the Cinemalaya 2012 Directors Showcase Best Film Posas (Shackled), The Strangers is said to be a movie about province tales on aswang and hunters. It is produced by Quantum Films in association with MJM Productions and released through Star Cinema.

Aside from Enchong, Julia and Enrique, The Strangers also stars JM de Guzman, Cherry Pie Picache, Janice De Belen, Johnny Revilla and Jaime Fabregas. It opens in cinemas December 25.

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The Strangers Trailer Unveiled (Starring Julia Montes, Enchong Dee and Enrique Gil)

Check out the newly-released movie trailer of The Strangers starring Julia Montes, Enchong Dee and Enrique Gil. The Strangers, an action-horror film will premiere on December 25, 2012 being an official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).

Directed by Lawrence Fajardo of the Cinemalaya 2012 Directors Showcase Best Film Posas (Shackled), The Strangers is said to be a movie about province tales on aswang and hunters. It is produced by Quantum Films in association with MJM Productions and released through Star Cinema.

Photos: The Strangers Movie Stills and Teaser

"You will feel alone here, at grabe 'yung suspense, magugulat kayo sa mangyayari, sa gagawin namin,"  Enrique Gil told ABS-CBN News during the press conference for the entries to the 38th Metro Manila Film Festival.

"May pagka-horror, may pagka-suspense din, more on suspense siya," Enrique added. "Basta makikita nila, 'Oh my gosh, sila 'yun?'"

Aside from Enchong, Julia and Enrique, The Strangers also stars JM de Guzman, Cherry Pie Picache, Janice De Belen, Johnny Revilla and Jaime Fabregas.

Watch the trailer of MMFF 2012 official entry The Strangers below:

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The Strangers Movie Stills and Teaser (Starring Julia Montes, Enrique Gil and Enchong Dee)

One of the official entries to this year's Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF 2012), The Strangers is ready to scare us this Christmas. The movie stars the hottest young actors of today—Julia Montes, Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil and JM de Guzman.

Directed by Lawrence Fajardo of the Cinemalaya 2012 Directors Showcase Best Film Posas (Shackled), The Strangers is said to be a movie about province tales on aswang and hunters. Produced by Quantum Films, this action-horror will premiere on December 25, 2012.

In an interview with website Push, Enchong revealed sme details about the film. “More on action and horror siya. Tapos subtle approach yung romance. Mas sexy yung role ko dun so dapat tinapay ang abs. Nagsimula na ako magworkout, ang hirap!” 

Check out The Strangers teaser and movie stills below:

Aside from the main leads, also seen in the teaser are the rest of the cast which includes Cherry Pie Picache, Janice De Belen, Jaime Fabregas, Johnny Revilla and Nico Antonio.

Photos courtesy of Pinoy Movie Blog

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Video: The Making of Amorosa: The Revenge (Skylight Films)

Skylight Films presents Amorosa: The Revenge, another movie that will surely scare us to the bones. The said movie is topbilled by Empress, Xyriel Manabat, Martin del Rosario, Enrique Gil and Angel Aquino.

Amorosa: The Revenge is a psycho-thriller suspense-drama which starts with the happy family of Rosa (Angel Aquino) with her two sons Amiel (Martin del Rosario) and Rommel (Enrique Gil) until they acquire a house which was haunted by a mysterious past.

Amorosa: The Revenge Official Poster Unveiled

Also starring Ejay Falcon, Carlo Aquino,  Xyriel Manabat, Jane Oineza, Franco Daza, Lloyd Samartino, Nico Antonio, Jairus Aquino, Richard Quan, Mosang and Nanding Josef, Amorosa: The Revenge is directed by Topel Lee.

Distributed by Star Cinema, Amorosa opens in theaters this August 29. Watch the making of Amorosa: The Revenge below. For the official full trailer, watch here.

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Skylight and Star Cinema's "Amorosa: The Revenge" Official Poster Unveiled

Star Cinema and Skylight Films have released the official poster for the upcoming horror movie Amorosa: The Revenge. Watch the Amorosa full trailer here.

Amorosa, which is a combination of psycho thriller, horror-suspense and drama, stars Angel Aquino, Enrique Gil, Martin del Rosario, Empress, Ejay Falcon, Carlo Aquino,  Xyriel Manabat, Jane Oineza, Franco Daza, Lloyd Samartino, Nico Antonio, Jairus Aquino, Richard Quan, Mosang and Nanding Josef. 

In the film, Angel Aquino and sons Enrique Gil and Martin del Rosario's fresh new start in a newly-acquired house will turn into a doomed ending as a ghost (played by Empress) will create misery and take revenge. Below is the poster of Amorosa.

The poster above will leave everyone asking on what could be the ties among the characters. The above photo shows Angel Aquino and sons Enrique and Martin in serenity while upside down in a mirrored depiction are Empress and two bloodstained men, Carlo Aquino and Ejay Falcon.

Directed by acclaimed director Topel Lee (Ouija, Tumbok), Amorosa: The Revenge premieres August 29, 2012. 

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Trailer: Amorosa Movie Starring Angel Aquino, Enrique Gil, Martin del Rosario and Empress

After the success of Corazon: Ang Unang Aswang, Skylight Films ventures into another horror movie Amorosa starring Angel Aquino, Enrique Gil, Martin del Rosario, Empress and Xyriel Manabat.

In Amorosa, Angel Aquino will portray the mother of Enrique Gil and Martin del Rosario who will seek a fresh start in a newly-bought house. Little did they know that this abode was haunted by a ghost (played by Empress) seeking for revenge.

Also starring Carlo Aquino, Franco Daza, Lloyd Samartino, Nico Antonio and Nanding Josef, Amorosa is directed by acclaimed director Topel Lee (Ouija, Tumbok). To be distributed by Star Cinema, Amorosa opens in theaters August 29, 2012.

Watch the trailer of Amorosa below:

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