MMFF 2009 Awards - Complete List of Winners

Here is the complete list of winners of the just-concluded awards night of the 35th Metro Manila Film Festival which was held last night, December 28, at the SMX Convention Center of SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City:

1st BEST PICTURE:
Ang Panday (Imus Productions/GMA Films)

2nd BEST PICTURE:
I Love You, Goodbye (Star Cinema)

3rd BEST PICTURE:
Ang Darling Kong Aswang (Octoarts/APT Entertainment)

ANTONIO VILLEGAS CULTURAL AWARD:
Mano Po 6: A Mother’s Love (Regal Films)

BEST ACTOR:
Bong Revilla (Ang Panday)

BEST ACTRESS:
Sharon Cuneta (Mano Po 6: A Mother’s Love)

BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR:
Phillip Salvador (Ang Panday)

BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS:
Heart Evangelista (Mano Po 6: A Mother’s Love)

BEST DIRECTOR:
Joel Lamangan (Mano Po 6: A Mother’s Love)

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY:
Lee Meily (I Love You, Goodbye)

BEST FILM EDITOR:
Manet Dayrit (I Love You, Goodbye)

BEST ORIGINAL STORY:
Vanessa Valdez, Kriz Gazmen & Karen Ramos (I Love You, Goodbye)

BEST SPECIAL EFFECTS:
Ang Panday

BEST SOUND RECORDING:
Ang Panday

BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN:
Ang Panday

BEST MAKE-UP:
Shake, Rattle and Roll XI

BEST ORIGINAL THEMESONG:
"Ang Panday" (Ang Panday) by Ogie Alcasid

BEST MUSICAL SCORE:
Mano Po 6

BEST CHILD PERFORMER:
Robert "Buboy" Villar (Ang Panday)

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD:
Dolphy

MMFF 2009 Awards - Complete List of Winners

Here is the complete list of winners of the just-concluded awards night of the 35th Metro Manila Film Festival which was held last night, December 28, at the SMX Convention Center of SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City:

1st BEST PICTURE:
Ang Panday (Imus Productions/GMA Films)

2nd BEST PICTURE:
I Love You, Goodbye (Star Cinema)

3rd BEST PICTURE:
Ang Darling Kong Aswang (Octoarts/APT Entertainment)

ANTONIO VILLEGAS CULTURAL AWARD:
Mano Po 6: A Mother�s Love (Regal Films)

BEST ACTOR:
Bong Revilla (Ang Panday)

BEST ACTRESS:
Sharon Cuneta (Mano Po 6: A Mother�s Love)

BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR:
Phillip Salvador (Ang Panday)

BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS:
Heart Evangelista (Mano Po 6: A Mother�s Love)

BEST DIRECTOR:
Joel Lamangan (Mano Po 6: A Mother�s Love)

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY:
Lee Meily (I Love You, Goodbye)

BEST FILM EDITOR:
Manet Dayrit (I Love You, Goodbye)

BEST ORIGINAL STORY:
Vanessa Valdez, Kriz Gazmen & Karen Ramos (I Love You, Goodbye)

BEST SPECIAL EFFECTS:
Ang Panday

BEST SOUND RECORDING:
Ang Panday

BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN:
Ang Panday

BEST MAKE-UP:
Shake, Rattle and Roll XI

BEST ORIGINAL THEMESONG:
"Ang Panday" (Ang Panday) by Ogie Alcasid

BEST MUSICAL SCORE:
Mano Po 6

BEST CHILD PERFORMER:
Robert "Buboy" Villar (Ang Panday)

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD:
Dolphy

Real/Reel: Pacman to File Legal Case Againts Floyd Mayweatjer Jr. and Co.

Real: Boxing champ Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao plans to file libel charges against Floyd Mayweather Jr. and his father Mayweather Sr. and Golden Boy Promotions for wrongly accusing Pacquiao of using performance-enhancing drugs (PED) and demanded that he take an un-required blood test, giving the impression that his recent successes might be due to some type of performance-enhancing drug.

Here is Pacquiao's official statement:

"Enough is enough. These people, Mayweather Sr., Jr. and Golden Boy Promotions, think it is a joke and a right to accuse someone wrongly of using steroids or other performance-enhancing drugs. I have tried to just brush it off as a mere pre-fight ploy, but I think they have gone overboard.

"I have instructed my promoter, Bob Arum, head of Top Rank, Inc., to help me out in the filing of the case as soon as possible...

"I maintain and assure everyone that I have not used any form or kind of steroids and my way to the top is a result of hard work, hard work, hard work, and a lot of blood spilled from my past battles in the ring, not outside of it."

Reel: PBB Double Up Update: Cathy Remperas is the new Head of Household. Nominated for eviction this week are Rica Paras, Sam Pinto, Johan Santos, and Paul Jake Castillo.

Reel: StarStruck V Update: Sef Cadayona is the fourth to be eliminated. He was joined in the bottom group by Princess Snell and Rox Montealegre.

Real/Reel: Pacman to File Legal Case Againts Floyd Mayweatjer Jr. and Co.

Real: Boxing champ Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao plans to file libel charges against Floyd Mayweather Jr. and his father Mayweather Sr. and Golden Boy Promotions for wrongly accusing Pacquiao of using performance-enhancing drugs (PED) and demanded that he take an un-required blood test, giving the impression that his recent successes might be due to some type of performance-enhancing drug.

Here is Pacquiao's official statement:

"Enough is enough. These people, Mayweather Sr., Jr. and Golden Boy Promotions, think it is a joke and a right to accuse someone wrongly of using steroids or other performance-enhancing drugs. I have tried to just brush it off as a mere pre-fight ploy, but I think they have gone overboard.

"I have instructed my promoter, Bob Arum, head of Top Rank, Inc., to help me out in the filing of the case as soon as possible...

"I maintain and assure everyone that I have not used any form or kind of steroids and my way to the top is a result of hard work, hard work, hard work, and a lot of blood spilled from my past battles in the ring, not outside of it."

Reel: PBB Double Up Update: Cathy Remperas is the new Head of Household. Nominated for eviction this week are Rica Paras, Sam Pinto, Johan Santos, and Paul Jake Castillo.

Reel: StarStruck V Update: Sef Cadayona is the fourth to be eliminated. He was joined in the bottom group by Princess Snell and Rox Montealegre.

Love Thadani is "Bro" in ABS-CBN's May Bukas Pa

Ang star ng Pasko and Santino's bestfriend who he fondly called "Bro" in the hit ABS-CBN teleserye 'May Bukas Pa' is finally revealed.

His name is Love Thadani, a Fil-Indian-Italian model who had his first share of limelight courtesy of his ex-girlfriend Chx Alcala of Pinoy Big Brother first season.

Love Thadani is "Bro" in ABS-CBN's May Bukas Pa

Ang star ng Pasko and Santino's bestfriend who he fondly called "Bro" in the hit ABS-CBN teleserye 'May Bukas Pa' is finally revealed.

His name is Love Thadani, a Fil-Indian-Italian model who had his first share of limelight courtesy of his ex-girlfriend Chx Alcala of Pinoy Big Brother first season.

Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo - Full Trailer

ABS-CBN has released the full trailer of the much anticipated teleserye of 2010 titled, "Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo" which stars the Philippine tv's phenomenal loveteam of 2009, Kimerald.

Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo also marks the teleserye comeback of Ms. Kris Aquino.

Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo - Full trailer:

Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo which will premiere on January 18, 2010 also stars Gabby Concepcion, Albert Martinez, Gina Pareno, Jacklyn Jose, Maricar Reyes, Max Eigenmann and Coco Martin.

Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo - Full Trailer

ABS-CBN has released the full trailer of the much anticipated teleserye of 2010 titled, "Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo" which stars the Philippine tv's phenomenal loveteam of 2009, Kimerald.

Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo also marks the teleserye comeback of Ms. Kris Aquino.

Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo - Full trailer:

Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo which will premiere on January 18, 2010 also stars Gabby Concepcion, Albert Martinez, Gina Pareno, Jacklyn Jose, Maricar Reyes, Max Eigenmann and Coco Martin.

Your Song Presents: My Last Romance - Full Trailer

Your Song Presents: My Last Romance is the next featured love story of ABS-CBN's Sunday noontime drama special "Your Song Presents".

My Last Romance stars Toni Gonzaga and Luis Manzano. In support is character actress Alessandra de Rossi.

Your Song Presents: My Last Romance - Full trailer:

Your Song Presents: My Last Romance premieres this Sunday, January 3, 2010 only on ABS-CBN.

Your Song Presents: My Last Romance - Full Trailer

Your Song Presents: My Last Romance is the next featured love story of ABS-CBN's Sunday noontime drama special "Your Song Presents".

My Last Romance stars Toni Gonzaga and Luis Manzano. In support is character actress Alessandra de Rossi.

Your Song Presents: My Last Romance - Full trailer:

Your Song Presents: My Last Romance premieres this Sunday, January 3, 2010 only on ABS-CBN.

PBB Double UP Update: Patrick Villanueva is Evicted

Patrick Villanueva, 32-year-old Charming Banker ng Baguio, is the 7th evictee of the Live eviction night of ABS-CBN’s Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) Double Up.

Patrick received the lowest tallied save and evict votes to be the 7th housemate to leave Kuya's house.

The percentage of votes are as follows:

Patrick Villanueva – +1.41
Kath Lopeña – +6.13
Cathy Remperas – +4.96

"Napatunayan kong kaya kong makisama sa ibang tao at alagaan sila (I proved that I could get along with other people and take care of them as well)," Patrick said after the results have been announced.

Before the live eviction night, the German visitor Annina bid farewell to the housemates and Pinoy Big Brother. "The most important lesson I learned from the housemates was that to continue being myself," she said.

PBB Double UP Update: Patrick Villanueva is Evicted

Patrick Villanueva, 32-year-old Charming Banker ng Baguio, is the 7th evictee of the Live eviction night of ABS-CBN�s Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) Double Up.

Patrick received the lowest tallied save and evict votes to be the 7th housemate to leave Kuya's house.

The percentage of votes are as follows:

Patrick Villanueva � +1.41
Kath Lope�a � +6.13
Cathy Remperas � +4.96

"Napatunayan kong kaya kong makisama sa ibang tao at alagaan sila (I proved that I could get along with other people and take care of them as well)," Patrick said after the results have been announced.

Before the live eviction night, the German visitor Annina bid farewell to the housemates and Pinoy Big Brother. "The most important lesson I learned from the housemates was that to continue being myself," she said.

MMFF 2009 Official First Day Box Office Result

The 2009 Metro Manila Film Festival through Mr. Ric Camaligan, Chairman - MMFF Parade and Programs Executive Committee, revealed the first day ranking of the films included at the 34th Metro Manila Film Festival. In ranking order, these films are:

Official 1st Day MMFF Gross:

1. Ang Panday – P16.9M
2. Ang Darling Kong Aswang – P16.7M
3. Shake, Rattle and Roll XI – P16.2M
4. I Love You, Goodbye – P11.7M
5. Nobody Nobody But Juan – P8M
6. Mano Po 6 – P6.9M
7. Wapakman – P750,000.00

MMFF 2009 Official First Day Box Office Result

The 2009 Metro Manila Film Festival through Mr. Ric Camaligan, Chairman - MMFF Parade and Programs Executive Committee, revealed the first day ranking of the films included at the 34th Metro Manila Film Festival. In ranking order, these films are:

Official 1st Day MMFF Gross:

1. Ang Panday � P16.9M
2. Ang Darling Kong Aswang � P16.7M
3. Shake, Rattle and Roll XI � P16.2M
4. I Love You, Goodbye � P11.7M
5. Nobody Nobody But Juan � P8M
6. Mano Po 6 � P6.9M
7. Wapakman � P750,000.00

GMA-7 Telebabad Line-up for 2010

If you happen to watched any of the 2009 MMFF movie entries in any theaters nationwide, you probably have seen the new and exciting list of GMA-7 telebabad shows for 2010.

Here’s the list:

CAPTAIN BARBELL: ANG PAGBABALIK – Richard Gutierrez is reprising his role as Mars Ravelo’s most popular male superhero.

THE LAST PRINCE – GMA-7 is putting back "Alkris" loveteam in the main primetime block with support from Rosalinda stars Geoff Eigenmann and Carla Abellana.

ENCANTADIA: THE SECOND SAGA – Previously starred by Iza Calzado, Diana Zubiri, Sunshine Dizon and Karylle.

DIVA – A music-themed teleserye starring Regine Velasquez, Mark Anthony Fernandez and Glaiza de Castro.

PANDAY KIDS – This series is topbilled by Jolina Magdangal, JC de Vera, Polo Ravales, Lovi Poe, Jackie Rice and Buboy Villar.

ENDLESS LOVE – The tandem of Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera was able to top nationwide tv ratings via Marimar and Dyesebel. Their third series, “Ang Babaeng Hinugot sa Aking Tadyang”, was mediocre. This time they will be reunited with the Philippine adaptation of the hit koreanovela Endless Love: Autumn in My Heart.

Watch the GMA-7 2010 Telebabad Line-up teaser below:

GMA-7 Telebabad Line-up for 2010

If you happen to watched any of the 2009 MMFF movie entries in any theaters nationwide, you probably have seen the new and exciting list of GMA-7 telebabad shows for 2010.

Here�s the list:

CAPTAIN BARBELL: ANG PAGBABALIK � Richard Gutierrez is reprising his role as Mars Ravelo�s most popular male superhero.

THE LAST PRINCE � GMA-7 is putting back "Alkris" loveteam in the main primetime block with support from Rosalinda stars Geoff Eigenmann and Carla Abellana.

ENCANTADIA: THE SECOND SAGA � Previously starred by Iza Calzado, Diana Zubiri, Sunshine Dizon and Karylle.

DIVA � A music-themed teleserye starring Regine Velasquez, Mark Anthony Fernandez and Glaiza de Castro.

PANDAY KIDS � This series is topbilled by Jolina Magdangal, JC de Vera, Polo Ravales, Lovi Poe, Jackie Rice and Buboy Villar.

ENDLESS LOVE � The tandem of Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera was able to top nationwide tv ratings via Marimar and Dyesebel. Their third series, �Ang Babaeng Hinugot sa Aking Tadyang�, was mediocre. This time they will be reunited with the Philippine adaptation of the hit koreanovela Endless Love: Autumn in My Heart.

Watch the GMA-7 2010 Telebabad Line-up teaser below:

Pope Benedict XVI Attacked by a Woman Stranger on Christmas Eve Mass

A woman, said to be mentally disabled, jumped the barriers in St. Peter's Basilica and knocked down Pope Benedict XVI at the start of Christmas Eve Mass.

The commotion occurred as the Pope's procession was making its way toward the main altar and shocked gasps rang out among the thousands who packed the basilica. The procession came to a halt, the music stopped and security rushed to the trouble spot.

Witness video showed a woman dressed in a red hooded sweat shirt vaulting over the wooden barriers that cordoned off the basilica's main aisle and rushing toward the pope before being swarmed by bodyguards.

The video showed the woman grabbing the Pope's vestments as she was taken down by guards, with Pope Benedict then falling on top of her.

The 82-year old Pope remained on the ground for a few seconds before being helped back up by attendants. At that point, a few shouts of "viva il papa!" (long live the pope!) rang out, followed by cheers from the faithful, witnesses said.

After getting up, Benedict, flanked by tense bodyguards, resumed his walk to the basilica's main altar to start the Mass. The Pope appeared unharmed but somewhat shaken and leaned heavily on aides and an armrest as he sat down in his chair.

Benedict made no reference to the disturbance after the service started. As a choir sang, he sprinkled incense on the altar before opening the Mass with the traditional wish for peace in Latin.

A Vatican spokesman, the Rev. Ciro Benedettini said the woman had been taken into custody by Vatican police. He said she also knocked down Cardinal Roger Etchegaray, who was taken to hospital for a checkup.

Here's the video of Pope Benedict knocked down by a woman:

Pope Benedict XVI Attacked by a Woman Stranger on Christmas Eve Mass

A woman, said to be mentally disabled, jumped the barriers in St. Peter's Basilica and knocked down Pope Benedict XVI at the start of Christmas Eve Mass.

The commotion occurred as the Pope's procession was making its way toward the main altar and shocked gasps rang out among the thousands who packed the basilica. The procession came to a halt, the music stopped and security rushed to the trouble spot.

Witness video showed a woman dressed in a red hooded sweat shirt vaulting over the wooden barriers that cordoned off the basilica's main aisle and rushing toward the pope before being swarmed by bodyguards.

The video showed the woman grabbing the Pope's vestments as she was taken down by guards, with Pope Benedict then falling on top of her.

The 82-year old Pope remained on the ground for a few seconds before being helped back up by attendants. At that point, a few shouts of "viva il papa!" (long live the pope!) rang out, followed by cheers from the faithful, witnesses said.

After getting up, Benedict, flanked by tense bodyguards, resumed his walk to the basilica's main altar to start the Mass. The Pope appeared unharmed but somewhat shaken and leaned heavily on aides and an armrest as he sat down in his chair.

Benedict made no reference to the disturbance after the service started. As a choir sang, he sprinkled incense on the altar before opening the Mass with the traditional wish for peace in Latin.

A Vatican spokesman, the Rev. Ciro Benedettini said the woman had been taken into custody by Vatican police. He said she also knocked down Cardinal Roger Etchegaray, who was taken to hospital for a checkup.

Here's the video of Pope Benedict knocked down by a woman:

AGB Mega Manila TV Ratings (December 22): "Pinoy Big Brother Double Up Beats Darna Anew"

Here are the Comparative and Top 10 daytime and primetime TV ratings of ABS-CBN and GMA-7 programs on the overnight ratings of AGB Nielsen Philippines among Mega Manila households on December 22, 2009:

Daytime:

SiS 5.2% vs. Showtime 21%;
Fated to Love You 10.1% at Eat Bulaga 22.8% vs. Wowowee 18.4%;
Daisy Siete 12.8% at Kaya Kong Abutin ang Langit 15.2% vs. Nagsimula sa Puso 14.8%;
Tinik sa Dibdib 17.3% vs. Maria de Jesus 10.4%;
Slamdunk 8.5% vs. Banana Split 11.1%;
One Piece 8.7% vs. PBB Uber 15.4%;
Family Feud 11.8% vs. Precious Hearts 17.1%;

Primetime:

Ikaw Sana 21% vs. Katorse 21.6%;
24 Oras 26.1% vs. TV Patrol 26.6%;
Darna 30.5% vs. May Bukas Pa 29%;
Full House 28.5% vs. Dahil May Isang Ikaw 27.3%;
Sana Ngayong Pasko 25.2% vs. PBB 31.5%;
Shining Inheritance 20.5% vs. Boys Over Flowers 25.6%;
OC to the Max 11.7% vs. Showbiz News Ngayon 12.8% at Bandila 6.4%

TOP 10 DAYTIME

Eat Bulaga (GMA) – 22.8%
Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 21%
Wowowee (ABS-CBN) – 18.4%
Tinik sa Dibdib (GMA) – 17.3%
Precious Hearts Romances (ABS-CBN) – 17.1%
PBB Uber (ABS-CBN) – 15.4%
Kaya Kong Abutin ang Langit (GMA) – 15.2%
Nagsimula sa Puso (ABS-CBN) – 14.8%
Daisy Siete (GMA) – 12.8%
Family Feud (GMA) – 11.8%

TOP 10 PRIMETIME

Pinoy Big Brother Double UP (ABS-CBN) – 31.5%
Darna (GMA) – 30.5%
May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) – 29%
Full House (GMA) – 28.5%
Dahil May Isang Ikaw (ABS-CBN) – 27.3%
TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) – 26.6%
24 Oras (GMA) – 26.1%
Boys Over Flowers (ABS-CBN) – 25.6%
Sana Ngayong Pasko (GMA) – 25.2%
Katorse (ABS-CBN) – 21.6%

AGB Mega Manila TV Ratings (December 22): "Pinoy Big Brother Double Up Beats Darna Anew"

Here are the Comparative and Top 10 daytime and primetime TV ratings of ABS-CBN and GMA-7 programs on the overnight ratings of AGB Nielsen Philippines among Mega Manila households on December 22, 2009:

Daytime:

SiS 5.2% vs. Showtime 21%;
Fated to Love You 10.1% at Eat Bulaga 22.8% vs. Wowowee 18.4%;
Daisy Siete 12.8% at Kaya Kong Abutin ang Langit 15.2% vs. Nagsimula sa Puso 14.8%;
Tinik sa Dibdib 17.3% vs. Maria de Jesus 10.4%;
Slamdunk 8.5% vs. Banana Split 11.1%;
One Piece 8.7% vs. PBB Uber 15.4%;
Family Feud 11.8% vs. Precious Hearts 17.1%;

Primetime:

Ikaw Sana 21% vs. Katorse 21.6%;
24 Oras 26.1% vs. TV Patrol 26.6%;
Darna 30.5% vs. May Bukas Pa 29%;
Full House 28.5% vs. Dahil May Isang Ikaw 27.3%;
Sana Ngayong Pasko 25.2% vs. PBB 31.5%;
Shining Inheritance 20.5% vs. Boys Over Flowers 25.6%;
OC to the Max 11.7% vs. Showbiz News Ngayon 12.8% at Bandila 6.4%

TOP 10 DAYTIME

Eat Bulaga (GMA) � 22.8%
Showtime (ABS-CBN) � 21%
Wowowee (ABS-CBN) � 18.4%
Tinik sa Dibdib (GMA) � 17.3%
Precious Hearts Romances (ABS-CBN) � 17.1%
PBB Uber (ABS-CBN) � 15.4%
Kaya Kong Abutin ang Langit (GMA) � 15.2%
Nagsimula sa Puso (ABS-CBN) � 14.8%
Daisy Siete (GMA) � 12.8%
Family Feud (GMA) � 11.8%

TOP 10 PRIMETIME

Pinoy Big Brother Double UP (ABS-CBN) � 31.5%
Darna (GMA) � 30.5%
May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) � 29%
Full House (GMA) � 28.5%
Dahil May Isang Ikaw (ABS-CBN) � 27.3%
TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) � 26.6%
24 Oras (GMA) � 26.1%
Boys Over Flowers (ABS-CBN) � 25.6%
Sana Ngayong Pasko (GMA) � 25.2%
Katorse (ABS-CBN) � 21.6%

"Shutter Island" Starring Leonardo DiCaprio - Full Movie Trailer

Leonardo DiCaprio stars in the horror thriller "Shutter Island" directed by Martin Scorsese.

The film is based on the 2003 novel of the same name by Dennis Lehane. Director Martin Scorsese and actor Leonardo DiCaprio, who had worked together on three films, were both attracted to Shutter Island as their next collaboration.


The film is about two U.S. marshals who investigate the disappearance of a patient from a hospital for the criminally insane on an island in Massachusetts. They run into trouble when they are deceived by the hospital’s chief administrator, a hurricane hits and an inmate riot traps them on the island. The setting of the film was in 1954.

In Total Film magazine, Scorsese says one of his influences on the film was Orson Welles‘ 1962 film The Trial — an adaptation of Franz Kafka’s novel — in particular its use of corridors, tunnels, claustrophobic ceilings, and angular lenses. He also discusses the importance of costume choices as an element of characterization, noting that a striking choice can leave a subconscious imprint of a character’s essence in the spectator’s mind: in Shutter Island, he made Dr. Cawley smoke a pipe, and in some scenes of the film he seems covered by a cloud of smoke, hiding something, with an aura of malice and mystery.

Also starring in the film are Mark Ruffalo, Ben Kingsley, Michelle Williams, Emily Mortimer, Max von Sydow, Jackie Earle Haley, Ted Levine, John Carroll Lynch, Elias Koteas and Patricia Clarkson.

Shutter Island - Full movie trailer:

Shutter Island hits theaters on February 19, 2010.

"Shutter Island" Starring Leonardo DiCaprio - Full Movie Trailer

Leonardo DiCaprio stars in the horror thriller "Shutter Island" directed by Martin Scorsese.

The film is based on the 2003 novel of the same name by Dennis Lehane. Director Martin Scorsese and actor Leonardo DiCaprio, who had worked together on three films, were both attracted to Shutter Island as their next collaboration.


The film is about two U.S. marshals who investigate the disappearance of a patient from a hospital for the criminally insane on an island in Massachusetts. They run into trouble when they are deceived by the hospital�s chief administrator, a hurricane hits and an inmate riot traps them on the island. The setting of the film was in 1954.

In Total Film magazine, Scorsese says one of his influences on the film was Orson Welles� 1962 film The Trial � an adaptation of Franz Kafka�s novel � in particular its use of corridors, tunnels, claustrophobic ceilings, and angular lenses. He also discusses the importance of costume choices as an element of characterization, noting that a striking choice can leave a subconscious imprint of a character�s essence in the spectator�s mind: in Shutter Island, he made Dr. Cawley smoke a pipe, and in some scenes of the film he seems covered by a cloud of smoke, hiding something, with an aura of malice and mystery.

Also starring in the film are Mark Ruffalo, Ben Kingsley, Michelle Williams, Emily Mortimer, Max von Sydow, Jackie Earle Haley, Ted Levine, John Carroll Lynch, Elias Koteas and Patricia Clarkson.

Shutter Island - Full movie trailer:

Shutter Island hits theaters on February 19, 2010.

Shrek Forever After - Full Movie Trailer

Catch the trailer of the latest and final installment of the hit movie Shrek titled, Shrek Forever After.

The movie stars the voices of Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy, Antonio Banderas, and many more.


Synopsis: After challenging an evil dragon, rescuing a beautiful princess and saving your in-laws' kingdom, whats an ogre to do? Well, if you're Shrek, you suddenly wind up a domesticated family man. Instead of scaring villagers away like he used to, a reluctant Shrek now agrees to autograph pitch forks. Whats happened to this ogre's roar? Longing for the days when he felt like a "real ogre," Shrek is duped into signing a pact with the smooth-talking dealmaker, Rumpelstiltskin. Shrek suddenly finds himself in a twisted, alternate version of Far Far Away, where ogres are hunted, Rumpelstiltskin is king and Shrek and Fiona have never met. Now, it's up to Shrek to undo all he's done in the hopes of saving his friends, restoring his world and reclaiming his one True Love.

Shrek Forever After - Full movie trailer:

Shrek Forever After is showing in theatres on May 21, 2010.

Shrek Forever After - Full Movie Trailer

Catch the trailer of the latest and final installment of the hit movie Shrek titled, Shrek Forever After.

The movie stars the voices of Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy, Antonio Banderas, and many more.


Synopsis: After challenging an evil dragon, rescuing a beautiful princess and saving your in-laws' kingdom, whats an ogre to do? Well, if you're Shrek, you suddenly wind up a domesticated family man. Instead of scaring villagers away like he used to, a reluctant Shrek now agrees to autograph pitch forks. Whats happened to this ogre's roar? Longing for the days when he felt like a "real ogre," Shrek is duped into signing a pact with the smooth-talking dealmaker, Rumpelstiltskin. Shrek suddenly finds himself in a twisted, alternate version of Far Far Away, where ogres are hunted, Rumpelstiltskin is king and Shrek and Fiona have never met. Now, it's up to Shrek to undo all he's done in the hopes of saving his friends, restoring his world and reclaiming his one True Love.

Shrek Forever After - Full movie trailer:

Shrek Forever After is showing in theatres on May 21, 2010.

"The Karate Kid" Starring Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan - Full Movie Trailer

Check out the trailer for Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan’s remake of the 1980s classic film "The Karate Kid".

Will Smiths's 11-year-old son Dre Parker, a kid who’s got it all - until his mom’s new job means relocating to China.

After dealing with a bully, he learns kung fu from maintenance man Mr. Han (Chan) and stands up for himself once and for all.

The Karate Kid - Full movie trailer:

Karate Kid opens in theaters on June 11, 2010.

"The Karate Kid" Starring Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan - Full Movie Trailer

Check out the trailer for Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan�s remake of the 1980s classic film "The Karate Kid".

Will Smiths's 11-year-old son Dre Parker, a kid who�s got it all - until his mom�s new job means relocating to China.

After dealing with a bully, he learns kung fu from maintenance man Mr. Han (Chan) and stands up for himself once and for all.

The Karate Kid - Full movie trailer:

Karate Kid opens in theaters on June 11, 2010.

"The Back-up Plan" Starring Jennifer Lopez - Full Movie Trailer

After two years of absence, Jennifer Lopez is back in acting on the movie titled, The Back-up Plan.

J.Lo is paired in this romantic-comedy film with the hunky Aussie Alex O’Laughlin (Moonlight, Three Rivers).


Synopsis: After years of dating, Zoe (Jennifer Lopez) has decided waiting for the right one is taking too long. Determined to become a mother, she commits to a plan, makes an appointment and decides to go it alone. On the day of her artificial insemination, Zoe meets Stan (Alex O’Loughlin) a man with real possibilities.

Trying to nurture a budding relationship and hide the early signs of pregnancy becomes a comedy of errors for Zoe and creates confusing signals for Stan. When Zoe nervously reveals the reason for her unpredictable behavior, Stan commits fully and says hes in.

Never before has love seen a courtship where a wild night of sex involves three in a bed Stan, Zoe and the ever-present massive pregnancy pillow. Or, where date night consists of being the focal point at a near-strangers water birth which does for kiddie pools what Jaws did for swimming in the ocean. The real pregnancy test comes when both of them realize they really dont know each other outside of hormonal chaos and birth preparations. With the nine month clocking ticking, both begin to experience cold feet. Anyone can fall in love, get married and have a baby but doing it backwards in hyper-drive could be proof positive that they were made for each other.

The Back-up Plan” – Full movie trailer:

The movie is set for April 16, 2010 release.

"The Back-up Plan" Starring Jennifer Lopez - Full Movie Trailer

After two years of absence, Jennifer Lopez is back in acting on the movie titled, The Back-up Plan.

J.Lo is paired in this romantic-comedy film with the hunky Aussie Alex O�Laughlin (Moonlight, Three Rivers).


Synopsis: After years of dating, Zoe (Jennifer Lopez) has decided waiting for the right one is taking too long. Determined to become a mother, she commits to a plan, makes an appointment and decides to go it alone. On the day of her artificial insemination, Zoe meets Stan (Alex O�Loughlin) a man with real possibilities.

Trying to nurture a budding relationship and hide the early signs of pregnancy becomes a comedy of errors for Zoe and creates confusing signals for Stan. When Zoe nervously reveals the reason for her unpredictable behavior, Stan commits fully and says hes in.

Never before has love seen a courtship where a wild night of sex involves three in a bed Stan, Zoe and the ever-present massive pregnancy pillow. Or, where date night consists of being the focal point at a near-strangers water birth which does for kiddie pools what Jaws did for swimming in the ocean. The real pregnancy test comes when both of them realize they really dont know each other outside of hormonal chaos and birth preparations. With the nine month clocking ticking, both begin to experience cold feet. Anyone can fall in love, get married and have a baby but doing it backwards in hyper-drive could be proof positive that they were made for each other.

The Back-up Plan� � Full movie trailer:

The movie is set for April 16, 2010 release.

"Knight and Day" Starring Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz - Full Movie Trailer

Check out the first trailer for Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz’s latest film, Knight and Day (previously titled Wichita).

Plot: An action-comedy that begins when a small-town woman (Cameron Diaz) has a chance encounter with a mysterious man (Tom Cruise). He is either the man of her dreams or, perhaps … her nightmares. Amid shifting allegiances and unexpected betrayals, they are swept up in a whirlwind of globe-hopping adventure and world-changing secrets.

Knight and Day - Full movie trailer:

The movie Knight and Day is directed by James Mangold. It will be released on July 2, 2010.

"Knight and Day" Starring Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz - Full Movie Trailer

Check out the first trailer for Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz�s latest film, Knight and Day (previously titled Wichita).

Plot: An action-comedy that begins when a small-town woman (Cameron Diaz) has a chance encounter with a mysterious man (Tom Cruise). He is either the man of her dreams or, perhaps � her nightmares. Amid shifting allegiances and unexpected betrayals, they are swept up in a whirlwind of globe-hopping adventure and world-changing secrets.

Knight and Day - Full movie trailer:

The movie Knight and Day is directed by James Mangold. It will be released on July 2, 2010.

"Repo Men" Starring Jude Law and Liev Schreiber - Full Movie Trailer

Watch the trailer for Jude Law and Liev Schreiber’s newest film, Repo Men.

The futuristic film which will be out on April 2, 2010, focuses on The Union, a company that sells mechanical organs for a price, and the repo men that come after those who don’t pay back what they owe!

Jude Law plays Remy, one of the best men in the business, and his former partner, Jake, is played by Forest Whitaker.

Repo Men - Full movie trailer:

"Repo Men" Starring Jude Law and Liev Schreiber - Full Movie Trailer

Watch the trailer for Jude Law and Liev Schreiber�s newest film, Repo Men.

The futuristic film which will be out on April 2, 2010, focuses on The Union, a company that sells mechanical organs for a price, and the repo men that come after those who don�t pay back what they owe!

Jude Law plays Remy, one of the best men in the business, and his former partner, Jake, is played by Forest Whitaker.

Repo Men - Full movie trailer:

Harry Shum, Glee's "Other Asian" Visits Manila

Harry Shum, Jr. who plays Mike Chang, a.k.a. the Other Asian on the Fox network’s surprise hit TV show, Glee, is here in Manila to spend his Christmas vacation and shoot for the upcoming cover of Candy Magazine.

Harry was born in Costa Rica and can speak Spanish and Cantonese. Aside from Glee, he also stars in Step Up 2 and League of Extraordinary Dancers.

Check out his gravity-defying dance moves in this clip from Glee:

Harry Shum, Glee's "Other Asian" Visits Manila

Harry Shum, Jr. who plays Mike Chang, a.k.a. the Other Asian on the Fox network�s surprise hit TV show, Glee, is here in Manila to spend his Christmas vacation and shoot for the upcoming cover of Candy Magazine.

Harry was born in Costa Rica and can speak Spanish and Cantonese. Aside from Glee, he also stars in Step Up 2 and League of Extraordinary Dancers.

Check out his gravity-defying dance moves in this clip from Glee:

Sex and the City 2 - Full Movie Trailer

Get ready to be Carried away on the big screen for the second time as Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Davis and Kim Cattrall give us the second installment of Sex and the City will be in theaters May 28, 2010.

Catch the trailer of "Sex and the City 2" movie which reunites the four friends Carrie, Samanta, Charlotte, and Miranda as they walk the streets of New York dealing with friendships, careers, love, and of course onf ot the worst thing in a woman’s life…growing older.

Sex and the City 2 - Full movie trailer:

Sex and the City 2 - Full Movie Trailer

Get ready to be Carried away on the big screen for the second time as Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Davis and Kim Cattrall give us the second installment of Sex and the City will be in theaters May 28, 2010.

Catch the trailer of "Sex and the City 2" movie which reunites the four friends Carrie, Samanta, Charlotte, and Miranda as they walk the streets of New York dealing with friendships, careers, love, and of course onf ot the worst thing in a woman�s life�growing older.

Sex and the City 2 - Full movie trailer:

Sarah Geronimo Releases New Album Titled "Music and Me"

Popstar Princess and Box-office Queen Sarah Geronimo continues to delight her fans with yet another album, this time showcasing her own take on popular foreign and OPM hits.

Titled Music and Me, the all-English album includes themes that Sarah has sung for various box-office movies (like her very own A Very Special Love and You Changed My Life) and more covers of heart tugging love songs.


Sarah has been very hands-on in the selection of tracks to be featured in the album, making this one of her most personal recordings to date. As a bonus, "Record Breaker," an original song used in one of her endorsements, is also included in the album.

Not to be missed is her duet with Christian Bautista for the song "Please Be Careful with My Heart."

TRACKLISTING:

1. Right Here Waiting
2. Lost In Your Eyes
3. Can This Be Love
4. Listen To Your Heart
5. Have You Ever
6. Please Be Careful With My Heart with Christian Bautista
7. Fall For You
8. Could've Been
9. Before I Fall In Love
10. You Changed My Life In A Moment
11. Never Gonna Let You Go
12. Something New In My Life
13. A Very Special Love
14. Record Breaker

Sarah Geronimo Releases New Album Titled "Music and Me"

Popstar Princess and Box-office Queen Sarah Geronimo continues to delight her fans with yet another album, this time showcasing her own take on popular foreign and OPM hits.

Titled Music and Me, the all-English album includes themes that Sarah has sung for various box-office movies (like her very own A Very Special Love and You Changed My Life) and more covers of heart tugging love songs.


Sarah has been very hands-on in the selection of tracks to be featured in the album, making this one of her most personal recordings to date. As a bonus, "Record Breaker," an original song used in one of her endorsements, is also included in the album.

Not to be missed is her duet with Christian Bautista for the song "Please Be Careful with My Heart."

TRACKLISTING:

1. Right Here Waiting
2. Lost In Your Eyes
3. Can This Be Love
4. Listen To Your Heart
5. Have You Ever
6. Please Be Careful With My Heart with Christian Bautista
7. Fall For You
8. Could've Been
9. Before I Fall In Love
10. You Changed My Life In A Moment
11. Never Gonna Let You Go
12. Something New In My Life
13. A Very Special Love
14. Record Breaker

Charice is the Newest Operation Smile Ambassador

Operation Smile formally announced Charice as their newest ambassador in the 8th Annual Smile Gala at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, California.

Charice performed "I Will Survive" during the event which marked the last night of Jessica Simpson being an ambassador of the said charity organization. Operation Smile said it was a blessing that Charice joined the organization because she represents the young people.

"Sobrang natuwa sila sa akin kasi parang bagay daw po sa akin ‘yong pagiging youth ambassador. Kasi ang Operation Smile ay isang international organization na nag-start sa Philippines," Charice said in an interview by ABS-CBN.

Charice is the Newest Operation Smile Ambassador

Operation Smile formally announced Charice as their newest ambassador in the 8th Annual Smile Gala at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, California.

Charice performed "I Will Survive" during the event which marked the last night of Jessica Simpson being an ambassador of the said charity organization. Operation Smile said it was a blessing that Charice joined the organization because she represents the young people.

"Sobrang natuwa sila sa akin kasi parang bagay daw po sa akin �yong pagiging youth ambassador. Kasi ang Operation Smile ay isang international organization na nag-start sa Philippines," Charice said in an interview by ABS-CBN.

Annina Ucatis from Big Brother Germany Visits PBB + PBB Christmas Ball Updates

The big package has finally arrived!

Big Brother Germany ex-housemate Annina Ucatis landed on Philippine soil last Tuesday, December 22, with her real life boyfriend Sasha Schwan, who was also a housemate in BB Germany. She is safe and ready to spicen up the holiday season inside the "Pinoy Big Brother" house.

Annina, who has the same birthday with Paul Jake, said she doesn't know much about the Philippines, but she promised to make her stay "memorable." She, however, refused to conceal her age for the meantime.

Meanwhile, the PBB Christmas Ball pushed through with performances from the brightest singers today such as Christian Bautista, Richard Poon, and the band Imago. Christian Bautista also danced with Sam, while Richard Poon swooned Rica.

Sam and Rica were the only two housemates who weren't invited by any of the PBB boys as a date in the said ball. This caused the two to feel bad and cry.

Rica said she felt she didn't belong to the Christmas ball, which she called "a parade of rejection." According to Doc Randy Dellosa, PBB's resident psychologist, Rica has gone through a string of rejections since her childhood and teenage years. Receiving no invitiation to the ball allegedly brought back these memories and having drunk alcohol made her sob more than the usual.

Sam, on the other hand, was used to not receiving invitations to events as most men would often be intimidated by her "model" status. After seeing her sobbing, Johan invited her to dance but she declined his offer. Paul Jake then pulled her to the dance floor but that too didn't work.

Meanwhile, Jason and Melai's much awaited date has happened after being chosen by the public as the King and Queen of the ball! The two were brought to Star City where they rode the Balloon wheel with red wine while overlooking the Mall of Asia. The two were also caught holding each other's hands while in the van!

Find out how the housemates react to Annina's arrival. Join Mariel Rodriguez in "Uber" after "Banana Split Daily Serving," Toni Gonzaga in "PBB Double Up" on Primetime Bida after "Dahil May Isang Ikaw," and Bianca Gonzalez in "PBB Double Uplate" every after midnight.

Annina Ucatis from Big Brother Germany Visits PBB + PBB Christmas Ball Updates

The big package has finally arrived!

Big Brother Germany ex-housemate Annina Ucatis landed on Philippine soil last Tuesday, December 22, with her real life boyfriend Sasha Schwan, who was also a housemate in BB Germany. She is safe and ready to spicen up the holiday season inside the "Pinoy Big Brother" house.

Annina, who has the same birthday with Paul Jake, said she doesn't know much about the Philippines, but she promised to make her stay "memorable." She, however, refused to conceal her age for the meantime.

Meanwhile, the PBB Christmas Ball pushed through with performances from the brightest singers today such as Christian Bautista, Richard Poon, and the band Imago. Christian Bautista also danced with Sam, while Richard Poon swooned Rica.

Sam and Rica were the only two housemates who weren't invited by any of the PBB boys as a date in the said ball. This caused the two to feel bad and cry.

Rica said she felt she didn't belong to the Christmas ball, which she called "a parade of rejection." According to Doc Randy Dellosa, PBB's resident psychologist, Rica has gone through a string of rejections since her childhood and teenage years. Receiving no invitiation to the ball allegedly brought back these memories and having drunk alcohol made her sob more than the usual.

Sam, on the other hand, was used to not receiving invitations to events as most men would often be intimidated by her "model" status. After seeing her sobbing, Johan invited her to dance but she declined his offer. Paul Jake then pulled her to the dance floor but that too didn't work.

Meanwhile, Jason and Melai's much awaited date has happened after being chosen by the public as the King and Queen of the ball! The two were brought to Star City where they rode the Balloon wheel with red wine while overlooking the Mall of Asia. The two were also caught holding each other's hands while in the van!

Find out how the housemates react to Annina's arrival. Join Mariel Rodriguez in "Uber" after "Banana Split Daily Serving," Toni Gonzaga in "PBB Double Up" on Primetime Bida after "Dahil May Isang Ikaw," and Bianca Gonzalez in "PBB Double Uplate" every after midnight.

Paano Na Kaya - Teaser Trailer

Catch the trailer of Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson latest movie, Paano Na Kaya.

The movie which will be the opening salvo of Star Cinema in January 2010 also stars Robi Domingo, IC Mendoza, Jon Avila, and Alwyn Uytingco.

Paano Na Kaya - Trailer:

Paano Na Kaya - Teaser Trailer

Catch the trailer of Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson latest movie, Paano Na Kaya.

The movie which will be the opening salvo of Star Cinema in January 2010 also stars Robi Domingo, IC Mendoza, Jon Avila, and Alwyn Uytingco.

Paano Na Kaya - Trailer:

PBB Double UP Update: Carol Batay is the Sixth Evictee; Patrick, Kath, and Cathy are Nominated & Watch out for "Super G" from BB Europe

22-year-old "Conservative Pharmacist ng Tondo" Carol Batay got the boot in the 6th eviction night of Pinoy Big Brother Double Up held last Saturday night, December 19, 2009.

Carol received the lowest tallied vote for being saved and evicted (-18.42%). Hermes came in at second with a -9.96% while Patrick and Sam received positive percentage of votes after the votes to evict and votes to save were computed.

The percentage of votes are as follows:


Meanwhile, Patrick, Kath and Cathy are nominated for eviction this week. Patrick Villanueva got 10 points, Kath Lopeña - 9 points, and Cathy Remperas received 6 points from the remaining housemates.

There is a new voting system where viewers can now also vote to evict. You may vote to evict by texting BBE (Name of Housemate) and send it to 2331 for Globe, TM, Sun Cellular and Bayan Wireless landline, 231 for Smart and Talk ‘n’ Text subscribers. You may vote to save by texting BBS (Name of Housemate).

And to make the lives of the remaining housemates more delightful in the Pinoy Big Brother house, a big package from a European Big Brother is coming to Pinoy Big Brother house. The mysterious package is called "Super G" and she’s bringing the "heat in the cold season" to the Pinoy housemates.

Watch the teaser below:

PBB Double UP Update: Carol Batay is the Sixth Evictee; Patrick, Kath, and Cathy are Nominated & Watch out for "Super G" from BB Europe

22-year-old "Conservative Pharmacist ng Tondo" Carol Batay got the boot in the 6th eviction night of Pinoy Big Brother Double Up held last Saturday night, December 19, 2009.

Carol received the lowest tallied vote for being saved and evicted (-18.42%). Hermes came in at second with a -9.96% while Patrick and Sam received positive percentage of votes after the votes to evict and votes to save were computed.

The percentage of votes are as follows:


Meanwhile, Patrick, Kath and Cathy are nominated for eviction this week. Patrick Villanueva got 10 points, Kath Lope�a - 9 points, and Cathy Remperas received 6 points from the remaining housemates.

There is a new voting system where viewers can now also vote to evict. You may vote to evict by texting BBE (Name of Housemate) and send it to 2331 for Globe, TM, Sun Cellular and Bayan Wireless landline, 231 for Smart and Talk �n� Text subscribers. You may vote to save by texting BBS (Name of Housemate).

And to make the lives of the remaining housemates more delightful in the Pinoy Big Brother house, a big package from a European Big Brother is coming to Pinoy Big Brother house. The mysterious package is called "Super G" and she�s bringing the "heat in the cold season" to the Pinoy housemates.

Watch the teaser below: