‘Ang Larawan’, ‘Siargao’ win big at MMFF Gabi ng Parangal

Mich Padayhag 12/28/2017

DESPITE the pull out of several theaters across the country due to its poor showing at the tills, the widely praised musical Ang Larawan” was the big winner at the 43rd Metro Manila Film Festival Gabi ng…

‘Gandarrappido: The Revenger Squad’ Tops Cebuanos’ MMFF choice

Mich Padayhag 12/26/2017

IF THE huge crowds lining up for Vice Ganda’s Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) entry, “Gandarrappido: The Revenger Squad” are any indication, the comedian-host still wields the strongest hold over the moviegoing Cebuano public. It was the…

‘Oro’ stripped of MMFF award

Apple Ta-as 01/03/2017

THE METRO Manila Film Festival (MMFF) executive committee has decided to revoke the Fernando Poe Jr. Memorial Award for Excellence from Alvin Yapan’s film “Oro” for a sensitive scene in the film. The committee, which includes Film…

Oro filmmakers under fire for dog slaughter

Apple Ta-as 01/02/2017

“ORO” filmmakers are now under fire for “killing a dog” in the movie. The Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) has called the attention of the MMFF executive committee to investigate the “dog slaughter” scene. In a letter…

Enzo Marcos & Rhian Ramos: Sweet Success

Apple Ta-as 12/31/2016

THE WORLD of “Saving Sally” may seem chaotic (full of monsters, antagonists, among others) but at its heart is a simple story, a tale of unrequited love. As Rhian Ramos, who plays the role of Sally, puts…

A first for Maris

Apple Ta-as 12/31/2016

MAKING it to this year’s Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) was a running joke among the cast of the Star Cinema film “Vince & Kath & James,” as they were shooting the movie in some areas in…

‘Sunday Beauty Queen’ marks milestone in MMFF 2016; wins Best Picture

Apple Ta-as 12/30/2016

FOR the first time in 40 years, a documentary won on its debut at this year’s Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). “Sunday Beauty Queen,” the only documentary film to be included in the MMFF history, brought home…

Die Beautiful: More than a typical transgender’s story

Apple Ta-as 12/28/2016

EVEN before it hit the big screens on Christmas Day, Jun Robles Lana’s “Die Beautiful” had been the talk of the town, following its success in two international film festivals this year. The film’s lead star, Paolo…

MAO BA?

Editorial 12/27/2016

FALL IN LINE! An elderly lady decided to shop for ingredients for her family’s Christmas feast at the last minute. When she got to the supermarket, she couldn’t believe how long the lines were, even on priority…

MMFF 2016 reaches its opening day target ticket sales

Apple Ta-as 12/27/2016

EVEN without the usual blockbuster films in its lineup, this year’s Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) has reached its target ticket sales on the first day of screening on Christmas Day. According to a Bandera report, MMFF…

Mocha Uson’s appointment as MMFF Ambassadress irks netizens

Apple Ta-as 12/22/2016

MOCHA Uson, an avid supporter of President Rodrigo Duterte, has been appointed Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) Ambassador of 2016. In a press briefing held at Malacañang Palace Wednesday afternoon, Mocha started off her speech by saying…

Vice Ganda’s new film rakes in P75M on opening day

Apple Ta-as 12/01/2016

VICE Ganda has earned another box office hit with his newest comedy film with Coco Martin “The Super Parental Guardians.” According to Star Cinema, the film has gained P75 million in ticket sales on its Nov. 30…

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