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Give “The Rich Man’s Daughter” a watch

Posted by Norman on May 19, 2015
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Rhian Ramos (right) and Glaiza de Castro play lovers in "The Rich Man's Daughter" on GMA-7

Rhian Ramos (right) and Glaiza de Castro play lovers in “The Rich Man’s Daughter” on GMA-7

rmd1 If you still don’t know by now, there is a more-than-a-week-old teleserye on GMA-7 that tackles the story of true love between two women titled “The Rich Man’s Daughter” – from the same team that brought us “My Husband’s Lover” almost two years ago.

The synopsis (as stated on Wikipedia): As Jade (Played by Rhian Ramos) discovers something about herself and upholds her personal truths, will she still be able to experience unconditional love from her family and friends? Will she be able to hold on to her personal truths and fight for her love even if it will destroy her family? She is a woman looking for answers. Is she willing to break her family’s traditions? The youngest and only daughter, Jade is the family’s jewel. When she meets Althea, everyone’s perspective of her life and personal changes.

Watch a video of the show’s storyline now.

courtesy of GMA Network

Directed by Dominic Zapata, “The Rich Man’s Daughter” stars Rhian Ramos, Glaiza de Castro, Luis Alandy, Mike Tan, Katrina Halili, Gloria Romero, Al Tantay, Glydel Mercado, Chynna Ortaleza, Pauleen Luna, TJ Trinidad, Paolo Contis and Charee Pineda. You can catch it on GMA-7 Mondays-Fridays at around 9:45PM.

Benjamin Alves: a ‘Kapuso’ Heartthrob in the making

Posted by Norman on March 11, 2012
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It’s Sunday. Let’s take a much-needed breather from all the Bb. Pilipinas 2012 frenzy just for today so I can introduce one male personality who is very likely to become the next matinee idol of Philippine showbiz.

Benjamin Alves: Out to conquer showbiz via GMA-7

Meet Benjamin Alves.

Some might ask, “Benjamin who?” Well, the guy is a talent of the now-famous Mercator Model and Artist Management and is being handled by head honcho Jonas Gaffud who divides his time between making beauty queens and transforming models into hot celebrities. He is most definitely a cutie of a hunk – what with that good-looking face, those piercing eyes, and a pretty nice built. You’d better get ready to see more of him in the next few months as he starts embarking on a showbiz career that should make ‘Benjamin Alves‘ a household name in no time at all.

During the contract signing: (L-R) GMA Entertainment TV’s OIC Lilybeth G. Rasonable, GMA President and COO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr., GMA Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon, Benjamin Alves, Jonas Gaffud (Benjamin’s manager) and GMA Films President Annette Gozon-Abrogar

Just earlier this week, Benjamin became a certified ‘Kapuso‘ after signing an exclusive contract with GMA-7 which signals his big-time entry into TV and the movies. Knowing the network, I trust that he will be initially casted in one of its’ top-rating primetime or afternoon prime teleseryes for starters. He should also be seen taking part in the Sunday musical-dance/variety program ‘Party Pilipinas’ plus guest appearances in some GMA-7 and GMA News TV shows.

With those killer looks, how can Benjamin Alves miss?

Benjamin – co-managed by GMA Artist Center and Mercator – will be gradually molded into a dramatic actor in hopes of assuming leading-man status and getting paired with some of the network’s top actresses like Heart Evangelista, Lovi Poe, Rhian Ramos, Carla Abellana and Glaiza de Castro. Movies will most probably be in the offing as well. GMA Films has been steadily churning out a variety of flicks where he could get a role or two in the near future.

So what does the future hold for this tall and handsome 23 year-old? A lot, I reckon. He can fill the niche of GMA-7’s stable of artists waiting to be the next Dingdong Dantes, Richard Gutierrez or Dennis Trillo.

Remember the name – Benjamin Alves. Watch out for more as he boldly steps up to the showbiz plate. 😉

Please feel free to like his Facebook Fanpage by clicking HERE.

Note: Want to give Benjamin a quick shoutout? You can follow him on Twitter @hellomrbenjamin

Movie watch: “The Road” (from GMA Films) is as creepy as it gets!

Posted by Norman on November 18, 2011
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courtesy of lhay24

Even before its’ nationwide release on November 30, GMA Films’ horror movie “The Road” has already sparked the interest of foreign movie critics/enthusiasts specializing in films of this genre. Here are some of the quotes:

“Stunning cinematography and sound design combine to create a truly unsettling atmosphere” Todd Brown, editor-in-chief Twitch Film

“A beautifully shot, twisted supernatural tale with incredible FX and great scares!” Brad Miska, Editor-in-Chief Bloody Disgusting

“Creepy to the extreme. It gets under your skin and stays there.” Jason Bene, KillerFilm.com

About the trailer above, here’s more from Todd Brown of twitchfilm.com :

“We ran the first teaser for The Road a while back, much impressed by the visuals and mood of the piece. And now Laranas has released the full trailer for the film, a bit of work that still keeps plot details to a minimum while showing off the pictures gorgeous cinematography and incredibly creepy tone, that tone greatly enhanced by the use of music and sound design from Let The Right One In composer Johan Söderqvist. Laranas is clearly on top form here.”

And regarding the movie poster above, JoBlo.com (Arrow in the Head) and Jared Pacheco have this to say:

“NEW ONE-SHEET FOR GENRE FLICK THE ROAD SCORES ITSELF A ROTTING CORPSE!”
“It seems there’s a Filipino genre flick that’s been getting some attention as of late that has somehow been flying under our radar. Well I’m about to change that. The project I’m getting at is a supernatural romp called THE ROAD and it’s coming our way from director Yam Laranas.”

Here’s the plot of “The Road”:

A twelve year old cold case is reopened when three teens are missing in an abandoned road. In the course of the investigation, deeper and gruesome stories of abduction and murders are discovered. After more than two decades, the secrets of the haunted road may finally be revealed.

If I have interested you so far, then mark the date – November 30 – when “The Road” will open all throughout the Philippines.

“The Road” is directed by internationally-acclaimed director Yam Laranas (“The Echo”) and stars Carmina Villarroel, Marvin Agustin, Rhian Ramos, TJ Trinidad, Barbie Forteza, Ynna Asistio, Derrick Monasterio, Lexi Fernandez, Alden Richards, Louise Delos Reyes and Renz Valerio.

You can follow the movie on Twitter @TheRoadGMAFilms

Two new Pinoy horror flicks to scare you witless

Posted by Norman on September 23, 2011
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In the next two months, two local films of the horror genre will be released nationwide and they look very interesting enough. I’m a fan of scary movies, aside from the fact that the two directors – Jerrold Tarog and Yam Laranas – have proven themselves more than competent to come up with works that can make your skin crawl. Check them out.


courtesy of regalcinema

Jerrold Tarog caught my attention when he directed the “Punerarya” (Funeral Parlor) episode of Shake Rattle & Roll 12. He gave the same a look and feel that sent shivers to my bones. This time around, he came up with a remake that thrives in a rustic macabre setting which lends more authenticity to the folkloric origins of the flesh-eating creatures called “Aswang“. I’m excited to watch this one. Watch the teaser trailer above and you’ll see what I mean.

“Aswang” is presented by Regal Entertainment, Inc. Directed by Jerrold Tarog, it stars Lovi Poe, Paulo Avelino, Jillian Ward, Marc Abaya, Nina Jose, Precious Lara Quigaman and introducing Albie Casino. It opens October, 2011.


courtesy of pinoymovieblog

On the other hand, Yam Laranas has been churning out mostly horror flicks ever since he started making a name for himself in the biz. In fact, he remade one of his earlier works – 2004’s “Sigaw” (Scream) – into a (straight-to-video) Hollywood production that starred Jesse Bradford and local actress Iza Calzado. His latest offering is “The Road”, an intriguing ghost story that delivers less of the gore and more of the build-up scare tactics – all rolled into an excellently-photographed production that makes me want to watch the whole thing.

The Road is presented by GMA Films and director Yam Laranas. It stars Rhian Ramos, TJ Trinidad, Carmina Villarroel, Marvin Agustin, Barbie Forteza, Alden Richards, Louise delos Reyes, Derrick Monasterio, Lexie Fernandez and Ynna Asistio. It opens November, 2011.

Support Filipino Films. Let’s all watch “Aswang” and The Road. I’m pretty sure we won’t be disappointed. 😉

Watch GMA-7′s ‘Lupang Hinirang’ in High Definition

Posted by Norman on September 12, 2010
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video courtesy of YouTube/elmobenguan

GMA-7 recently launched their landmark production of “Lupang Hinirang“, the Philippine National Anthem which currently signs in and signs off their daily broadcast. This will also be officially used in all SM Cinemas nationwide.

The video highlights the different historical points in the country’s history that led to where we are right now. It assembles the biggest and the brightest talents of GMA-7 portraying roles such as Lapu-Lapu (Aljur Abrenica), Gregorio del Pilar (Dingdong Dantes), Manuel L. Quezon (Richard Guetierrez), Emilio Aguinaldo (Dennis Trillo), Andres Bonifacio (Mark Anthony Fernandez), Dr. Jose Rizal (Marvin Agustin), People Power nun (Marian Rivera), Gomburza (Paolo Paraiso, Victor Aliwalas & Bodie Cruz), the women who created the first Philippine flag (Iza Calzado, Rhian Ramos & Bea Benene), Filipino-American War heroes (TJ Trinidad, JC Tiuseco, Dion Ignacio & Enzo Pineda) and many more!

“Lupang Hinirang,” which runs for two and a half minutes, is directed by Paul Ticzon, who says it took his team 10 months of meticulous research and preparation to shoot the vignettes.

Personally, I feel proud(er) of being a Filipino everytime I watch the same.

Excellent job, Kapuso network!

By the way, today is a non-working holiday throughout the Philippines due to the end of Ramadan. Another long weekend ahead! Enjoy! 😉

Party Pilipinas debuts on GMA-7!

Posted by Norman on March 28, 2010
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Today, at exactly 11:45AM, GMA-7’s new Sunday musical-variety show makes its premiere. Party Pilipinas, which replaces the long-running SOP, has been heavily anticipated for the past few weeks now. Aside from having all the network’s top and upcoming stars hosting and/or appearing in the show, many other artists and performers have been signed up to spice things up.

Here is the OST of Party Pilipinas’ dance theme:


video/audio courtesy of YouTube/djtwoTV

SOP’s original quartet of hosts – Ogie Alcasid, Regine Velasquez, Jaya and Janno Gibbs – will continue to anchor the show. They will be joined by Richard Gutierrez, Dingdong Dantes, Marian Rivera, Heart Evangelista, Carla Abellana, Jay-R, Kyla, Carla Abellana, Raymond Gutierrez, new kapuso talent Mark Bautista, Marvin Agustin, Iza Calzado, Rhian Ramos, Aljur Abrenica, Kris Bernal, Mark Herras, Kris Lawrence, Ynna Assistio, La Diva, Joshua Dionisio, Barbie Forteza, Jhake Vargas, Steven Silva, Sarah Lahbati, Diva Montelaba, Enzo Pineda, Rocco Nacino, the Starsruck V Avengers, Miguel Escueta, POP Girls, the newly-formed Party Pilipinas Dance Crew, new Pinoy boyband XLR8 and a lot more. The network even hired internationally-renowned dance choreographer Ruben Monet to handle all the dancers’ moves in the same. Meanwhile, popular Korean boy band U-Kiss will make their first appearance on Philippine TV via Party Pilipinas.

Bb. Pilipinas 2010 Pre-Pageant tonight on GMA-7

Posted by Norman on February 28, 2010
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You might have missed my previous blog about Binibining Pilipinas 2010 having a pre-pageant scheduled for tonight. This will be a perfect opportunity for those who want to scrutinize the 24 Official Candidates before the finals on March 6. They will be presented in their (2-piece) swimsuits and evening gowns afterwhich several special awards will be handed out. The special presentation has never been done by the organizers for a long, long time now. It will be shown on SNBO after Show Me Da Manny over GMA-7 (around 10:30PM).

The Binibining Pilipinas 2010 Official Candidates during their Press Presentation at Sofitel Philippine Plaza. (Photo credit: Mabuhay Beauties)

The Pre-Pageant Night will give the viewers a chance to take a closer look at the 24 official candidates as they sizzle and mesmerize in the swimsuit and long gown competitions. It will also be in this pageant that winners of the first batch of special awards will be announced, including the first winner of the Best in Regional Costume award. It will be hosted by Rhian Ramos, Drew Arellano and Jay-R. JayR also joins Kris Lawrence and American Idol finalist AJ Tabaldo in a special medley of love songs with the official candidates.

The Metro Manila Film Festival 2009 Part 1

Posted by Norman on December 15, 2009
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In the Philippines, moviegoers always have a heyday of watching Filipino movies during the holiday season because the annual Metro Manila Film Festival reels off on Christmas day and lasts till the first weekend of January. This means that no American or English-language flicks can be exhibited in the cinemas during the said period. This year is no different because seven (7) new local movies will take control of the multiplexes up to January 7, and the first four of the group are the following:

1. ANG PANDAY

WRITTEN BY: RJ Nuevas
DIRECTOR: Mac Alejandre
GENRE: Fantasy/action/romance
PRODUCERS: GMA Films and Imus Productions

CAST: Bong Revilla Jr., Phillip Salvador, Iza Calzado, Rhian Ramos, Geoff Eigenmann, Buboy Villar, George Estregan Jr., Gladys Guevarra, Joonee Gamboa, Paulo Avelino, Stef Prescott, Carlos Morales, Luz Valdez, Carlene Aguilar, and John Lapus

SYNOPSIS. Ang Panday revolves around the peace-loving but brave Flavio (Bong Revilla Jr.). His arch-enemy Lizardo (Phillip Salvador) attempts to ruin the peace and harmony of their dwelling place, affecting the inhabitants.

Moreover, the evil warlord challenges Flavio by capturing his beautiful lady love Maria (Iza Calzado). A series of events take place, bringing the blacksmith (panday) at the forefront of a full-blown war against Lizardo’s troops.

The production of this MMFF entry is estimated to cost as much as P80 million.

2. I LOVE YOU, GOODBYE

SYNOPSIS. This Star Cinema film is about Adrian (Gabby Concepcion) and his turbulent relationship with Liezl (Angelica Panganiban). However, Liezl is still confused because her past lover Gary (Derek Ramsay) comes back to win her back. Complicating matters even further is the fact that Adrian’s daughter (Kim Chiu) is also attracted to Gary.

Directed by Laurice Guillen, this is the first time that real-life couple Angelica and Derek have been paired together in a movie. This is also the first time that Derek shot a love scene for a project.

3. MANO PO 6: A MOTHER’S LOVE

SYNOPSIS. From Regal Entertainment, the sixth installment of the Mano Po series revolves around Fil-Chinese Melinda (Sharon Cuneta), a mother who is separated from her daughter (Heart Evangelista). Other stars in the movie are Dennis Trillo, Zsazsa Padilla, Ciara Sotto, John Manalo, and Nicole Uysusieng.

4. WAPAKMAN

Manny Pacquiao returns to the big screen with a fantasy movie from Solar Films and targeted for the whole family this Christmas season.

SYNOPSIS.

Magno (Manny Pacquiao) is an ordinary man whose world revolves around his five kids while his wife, Magda (Rufa Mae Quinto), works as a nurse in Italy.

One night Magno meets an accident. A car crashes into his truck, and upon impact, a big explosion takes place. Miraculously, Magno survives unscathed. The blowup was caused by Walo-walo, an organic substance, which stores energy that is almost as powerful as a nuclear energy. Soon, he wakes up and feels like a new man. Lighter, Faster, Stronger. Interestingly, his new found powers start helping him to become a better dad. His wish of being faster, smarter, and stronger for his family is coming true. He assumes the identity of their favorite superhero: Wapakman!

Soon, Magno learns that Magda has come back to take the kids with her in Italy. Magno wants his family to be together–happy and whole. He doesn’t want to let go of the kids. But, can he be a good dad in the eyes of his kids and still be a superhero? Magno knows that with Wapakman around, the world will be a much safer place for his kids. This is a responsibility he just can not turn away from, but if it means losing his kids… Can he give up being a superhero if it means saving the world? It is the hardest choice he has ever had to face, and he must make a decision–fast!

The other entries will follow in my next blog!