REVIEWS ARE IN! CRITICS SAY “TRANSFORMERS ONE” IS “THE BEST TRANSFORMERS MOVIE EVER MADE”

“Transformers One” rolls out in Philippine cinemas September 18

Orion Pax in Transformers One

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures

Reviews for Transformers One have started to come out, and reactions from critics have so far been mostly positive. 

“TRANSFORMERS ONE is by far and away the best Transformers film to date,” raved a critic for Next Best Picture. “Rich in character and emotion with a deep reverence for the lore, it tells the origins of Optimus Prime and Megatron, tragically transforming once from brothers to enemies. Josh Cooley directed this animated film to perfection, down to the last comedic and action beat, all backed by an epic score and an excellent voice cast.”

The Hollywood Reporter praised the film’s “gorgeous 3D-style computer animation” which they described as “a wonder to behold throughout.” They also described the story as a “thoroughly entertaining origin story that even the uninitiated can enjoy. Besides the raucous, de rigueur action sequences, Transformers One provides numerous witty jokes of both the verbal and visual variety and – surprise, surprise – genuine emotion. Consider this a franchise revitalized.”

Variety was also impressed, saying, “while still delivering the fun and excitement expected of Hasbro’s metamorphosizing robots, Transformers One approaches the well-known characters with a degree of nuance and complexity that marks the most sophisticated onscreen portrait of them to date.”

D-16 in Transformers One

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures 

“Transformers One is a mesmerizing CGI adventure chock-full of thrilling action scenes, great humor, and a thoughtful script with powerful themes. Raise your expectations, because Transformers One sets a new high standard for the long-running franchise,” lauded MovieWeb. 

Comicbook.com praised the “exceptionally strong story,” voice cast and animation, and the reviewer said that “I would be remiss by not calling this the best Transformers film since the 1980s animated film. If this is the future of the Transformers franchise, then Autobot and Decepticons fans have a bright future to look forward to indeed.”

Like critics, fans who have seen the film loved it. Watch reactions from the U.S. fan screening here: https://youtu.be/GZsX0fB2wTI 

Transformers One is the untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever. The star-studded voice cast includes Chris Hemsworth (Orion Pax/Optimus Prime), Brian Tyree Henry (D-16/Megatron), Scarlett Johansson (Elita-1), Keegan-Michael Key (B-127), Steve Buscemi (Starscream), Laurence Fishburne (Alpha Trion) and Jon Hamm (Sentinel Prime).

Please stand by

Transformers One has two post credits sequences that are not to be missed. So please stay till the end! 

Rolling out in Philippine cinemas September 18, Transformers One is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures. Join the conversation with the hashtag #TransformersOne and tag @paramountpicsph

About Transformers One

Directed by: Josh Cooley

Based on Hasbro’s Transformers™ Action Figures 

Story by: Andrew Barrer & Gabriel Ferrari 

Screenplay by: Eric Pearson and Andrew Barrer & Gabriel Ferrari 

Executive producers: Steven Spielberg, Zev Foreman, Olivier Dumont, Bradley J. Fischer, B.J. Farmer, Matt Quigg 

Producers: Lorenzo di Bonaventura, p.g.a., Tom DeSanto & Don Murphy, Michael Bay, Mark Vahradian, p.g.a., Aaron Dem, p.g.a. 

Photo and Video Credit: “Paramount Pictures International”

THEY’RE IN THIS TOGETHER. WATCH THE FINAL TRAILER FOR “VENOM: THE LAST DANCE”

 

Photo credit: Columbia Pictures

At the end of everything, all they need is each other. Watch the curtains fall on Eddie and Venom in “Venom: The Last Dance.” Crashing through Philippine cinemas on October 23.

 

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/GEaPCApOQbM  

About Venom: The Last Dance

Photo & Video Credit: “Columbia Pictures”

In Venom: The Last Dance, Tom Hardy returns as Venom, one of Marvel’s greatest and most complex characters, for the final film in the trilogy. Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie’s last dance.

Venom: The Last Dance stars Tom Hardy, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, Rhys Ifans, Peggy Lu, Alanna Ubach and Stephen Graham. The film is directed by Kelly Marcel from a screenplay she wrote, based on a story by Hardy and Marcel. The film is produced by Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach, Amy Pascal, Kelly Marcel, Tom Hardy and Hutch Parker.

In cinemas October 23, Venom: The Last Dance is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #Venom @columbiapicph

Father-Son Comedy Duo Eugene and Dan Levy to Host the 76th Emmy Awards

Mark your calendars for September 16 and tune in live to the 76th Emmy Awards, streaming exclusively in the Philippines on Lionsgate Play. 

Emmy® Award-winning multi-hyphenates Eugene Levy and Dan Levy — from the hit series Schitt’s Creek — are set to host the 76th Emmy® Awards and will be the first-ever father-son duo to do so. The 76th Emmy® Awards will air live coast to coast from the Peacock Theater at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles on MONDAY, SEPT. 16 (8:00am onwards. PHT), streaming exclusively on Lionsgate Play in the Philippines.

“For two Canadians who won our Emmys in a literal quarantine tent, the idea of being asked to host this year in an actual theater was incentive enough,” said Eugene and Dan. “We’re thrilled to be able to raise a glass to this extraordinary season of television and can’t wait to spend the evening with you all.”

“Eugene’s and Dan’s comedic intuition and uncanny ability to capture the hearts of viewers will make for a memorable Emmys telecast honoring this year’s best and brightest,” said Craig Erwich, president, Disney Television Group.

“We are thrilled to welcome two generations of comedy genius to the Emmys stage as hosts,” said Television Academy Chair Cris Abrego. “Eugene and Dan Levy are known for creating unforgettable laugh-out-loud moments on screen, and together, they are super-charged. I cannot wait for Emmys fans to see what they have in store for all of us.” 

“Eugene and Dan Levy created two of the most iconic TV characters in recent history and are a perfect fit to host television’s biggest night,” said Jesse Collins, Dionne Harmon, and Jeannae Rouzan-Clay for Jesse Collins Entertainment. “We look forward to the audience having an unforgettable experience with this dynamic duo.”

Jesse Collins Entertainment Executive Producers Jesse Collins, Dionne Harmon, and Jeannae Rouzan-Clay have reassembled the production team from last year's critically acclaimed 75th Emmy Awards telecast. Alex Rudzinski returns as director, Brittany Brazil returns as co-executive producer, as does producer Taryn Hurd, production designer Brian Stonestreet, and head writer Jon Macks. Emmy Award winner Rickey Minor will serve as music director for the sixth time. Lighting designer Noah Mitz and screen producer Drew Findley are returning from last year as well. Eric Cook is joining the team as co-executive producer. 

Join the fun and excitement and watch the 76th Emmy Awards exclusively on Lionsgate Play!

Director Chookiat “Matthew” Sakveerakul embarks on his most ambition project in his 20-year career with “Taklee Genesis x Worlds Collide”

 

Spanning a career of twenty years, director Chookiat “Matthew” Savkeerakul is back with his most ambitious film yet with the sci-fi epic, “Taklee Genesis x Worlds Collide.” “Our time and our daily life—do they really exist? Are we human beings, flesh and blood, biological masses or in fact reflections of something? These thoughts have been inspiring me for a long time and I’ve been looking for an opportunity to turn them into a film,” Savkeerakul explains his inspiration for the film.

Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/PWWYkv92IK8

Throughout his career, Savkeerakul has made films that are considered Thai cinema milestones. His 2007 romance film “The Love of Siam,” dominated in all local film events of that year, bagging the Best film awards in every major competition. In “Taklee Genesis x Worlds Collide,” he pivots into the realm of sci-fi. “To begin with, I love sci-fi movies. Having read articles about the world, universe, space and different dimensions, I find that they’re as mysterious as ghost stories,” he says.

He explains the depth of the world he created for “Taklee Genesis,” and how real-world speculations inspired him for the film. “In the film, the ‘Taklee Genesis’ is an American experiment project during the Vietnam War. The name ‘Taklee’ is because the Taklee district is where the largest US base in Southeast Asia was at the time. There were others too like the ones in Sattahip district and Udon Thani province. I think for such a large base as that in Taklee there must be something else. Recently, there have been many speculations about Taklee’s secrets—for example, extra-terrestrials lived there. Hey, people have talked about these. Check YouTube,” he lightheartedly says.

The casting choices were integral to the story of “Taklee Genesis x Worlds Collide,” with Paula Taylor, Peter Corp Dyrendal, War Wanarat leading the film. “I worked with Paula and Peter a few years ago. I want Paula to perform in a film because she has a strong cinematic charisma and was a symbol of rom-com in a certain period. She’s also adept and effortlessly sympathetic,” Savkeerakul explains. “Peter also did some research for more background information. He even corrected my mistakes, saying, ‘Matthew, it’s not a million years ago: it’s actually 75-76 million.’ Well, he also made corrections of some details in the script. So nice of him! He’s as geeky as me: he understood everything in the script. I was very surprised how he got it all: he’s also interested in this kind of thing,” he continues.

In the end, Savkeerakul feels like “Taklee Genesis x Worlds Collide” is an opportunity to broaden the scope of Thai films. “It’s the kind of project I don’t know if I’d ever have a chance to work on again. I realized it’s not easy when I was doing it. It’s another milestone for Thai films. Who else would be courageous and crazy enough to support me to do it? I’m all for it but I wouldn’t call it the acme of my career. I’d rather it be a door which opens opportunities for my more ambitious projects in the future and for those who love sci-fi and challenging film projects to further develop themselves.”

“Taklee Genesis x Worlds Collide” takes you on an interstellar journey starting September 18. “Taklee Genesis x Worlds Collide" is distributed in the Philippines by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery company.

Join the conversation online and use the hashtag #TakleeGenesis.

Photo & Video Credit: “Warner Bros. Pictures”

Awesome Starts Here: Experience the new Galaxy A06

 

It’s time to kickstart your awesome Samsung journey. Awesome begins with the all-new Galaxy A06, starting at just P5,790!

Featuring a sleek design, cutting-edge security, and cameras that capture every moment flawlessly, this phone is the perfect way to experience the Galaxy advantage. Grab it now and unlock exclusive offers worth up to P2,690. 

Awesome starts with dope specs

Snag the phones that match your aesthetic. The Galaxy A06 comes in sleek Blue Black and cool Light Blue, now slimmer at just 8mm. Unlocking is a breeze with the side fingerprint sensor, giving you quick and secure access. Plus, with Samsung Knox Vault, it’s like having a double layer of security—your PINs, passwords, and private info are safe from hackers and external threats.

Flex your unique vibe with awesome photos, thanks to the Galaxy A06’s dual rear camera setup, featuring a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. And for those selfie moments, the 8MP front camera has you covered!

You can also multitask effortlessly with the Galaxy A06’s MediaTek G85 processor, while the 5,000mAh battery keeps you powered for longer. And whether gaming, streaming, or browsing, the 6.7-inch HD+PLS LCD screen ensures everything looks vibrant and sharp.

Start fresh with awesome freebies

Awesome starts with amazing freebies up to P2,690 when you buy a Galaxy A06 now! Get P1,000 off on this phone when you trade in any J Series device, an additional P500 for Samsung Members, plus a FREE Travel Adapter worth P1,190 when you purchase a Galaxy A06 until December 31, 2024. Additionally, you can get up to 20% off on the Galaxy Buds3 series and 10% off on Galaxy Watch Ultra and Watch7 when you buy them with the Galaxy A06 until September 30, 2024.

Don’t miss out on this incredible deal— start your awesome journey with Samsung and get your Galaxy A06, now available at Samsung Experience Stores, online shops, and participating retail partners. For more information, visit  www.samsung.com/ph/.

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Discover South Korea Like Never Before As KTO Manila Kicks Off Korea Travel Fiesta 2024

 

(Esteemed guests perform a ceremonial gesture symbolizing the magical experience of Korea's first snow. From left: Korea Tourism Organization Manila Office Director, HyungJoon Kim; EXO's Xiumin; Honorary Ambassador for Korea Family Tourism in the Philippines, Melai Cantiveros-Francisco; Ambassador of the Republic of Korea in the Philippines, H.E. Sang-Hwa Lee; Korea Tourism Organization Acting President, Young Choong Seo; Department of Tourism Undersecretary for Administration and Finance, Atty. Shereen Gail C. Yu-Pamintuan; Republic of Korea’s Ambassador for Cultural Cooperation, Jie Ae Sohn; South Korean singer PUNCH; and Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines Director, MyeongJin Kim) 

(Korea Tourism Organization Acting President, Mr. Young Choong 

Seo, welcomes guests to the Korea Travel Fiesta 2024)

In celebration of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Korea, the Korean Tourism Organization (KTO) Manila Office officially staged the Korean Travel Fiesta 2024, a two day celebration at the Glorietta Activity Center and Palm Drive Activity Center in Makati City that invites Filipinos to witness and experience a vibrant showcase of Korea’s tourism and culture.

(The Republic of Korea Ambassador for Cultural Cooperation, Ms. Jie Ae Sohn, offers a congratulatory message celebrating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Korea)

At the heart of the celebration were different zones that offered immersive and interactive experience showcasing Korean culture. Attendees were free to explore the different booths and activities to discover more of what makes Korea special. The featured zones included the K-Travel Zone, which offered essential travel information for anyone looking to visit Korea; the K-Activity Zone, which provided an authentic Korean experience for attendees to taste Korean cuisine, try on Hanbok, learn history, and enjoy various K-pop and K-beauty themed activities; and the Kids Zone, which featured a fun and engaging creative space for younger attendees to enjoy DIY activities like handicraft making of K-themed keychains and hairclips.

Aside from the themed booths, the event also featured exhibitors such as airlines, travel agencies, regional tourism organizations, tour attractions, telecommunication companies, and banks, which all showcased their various offerings for attendees planning their next trip to Korea.

(Kokoy De Santos, Glaiza De Castro, and Buboy Villar opens the program by sharing their experiences in Running Man PH and their visit in Korea)

The two-day event kicked off with a lively performance from KTO’s very own Kingdom Friends characters featuring Hojong, Mugo, and Kawoo, setting the tone for the weekend’s festivities. Guests were also treated to appearances and performances from various artists from the Philippines and Korea. Running Man PH mainstays Glaiza De Castro, Kokoy De Santos, and Buboy Villar graced the stage for a talk show where they shared their experiences in the program and visit in Korea. A performance from the Korean musical CHEF came next, which featured a comedic and impressive fusion of beatboxing and breakdancing centered around Korea’s bibimbap dish.

(Korean musical act CHEF turns up the heat with a comedic and explosive fusion of beatboxing, dancing and cooking) 

(Melai Cantiveros-Francisco, Honorary Ambassador for Korea Family Tourism in the Philippines, talks about the different tourist spots she visited with her family in Korea)

Actress and comedian Melai Cantiveros-Francisco also made an appearance for her talk show discussing family tourism, which was followed by live performances from Korean artists: PUNCH, known as the voice of various K-drama soundtracks, serenaded guests with her sweet voice; Korean hip-hop dance team WOLF’LO treated audiences to an exhilarating performance; and K-pop singer Xiumin from EXO shared some tips and recommendations for hopeful travelers planning to visit Korea before performing his energetic songs.

(South Korean singer PUNCH brings the audience’s favorite K-drama 

moments to life with her soundtrack songs) 

(Xiumin’s electrifying performance captured the hearts of viewers)

(Hip-hop dance group WOLF’LO ends the ceremony with a fiery 

showcase of Korean street culture)

The Korea Travel Fiesta 2024 also featured a slew of activities, including demos to engage attendees such as personal color, makeup and hair demonstration sessions led by Korean experts, and various challenges such as the Spicy Ramen Challenge, Blindfold Make-up Challenge, and K-pop Random Play Dance that included participation from attendees.  

As Filipinos prepare for their overseas trips for the holidays, the Korea Travel Fiesta aims to promote and showcase the charm of Korea’s magical winter, offering attendees an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Korean culture and society.

(A roaring crowd greets EXO’s Xiumin at the Korea Travel Fiesta 2024)

“Filipinos have always loved Korean culture so the Korea Travel Fiesta is our special way to show our appreciation for the support we have received over the years. As the holiday season rolls in, we'd like to invite Filipino families and groups to visit Korea for their holiday trips and experience everything Korea has to offer during the beautiful winter season, from the beautiful snow-covered sceneries, to the different winter activities and festivals,” Mr. Young Choong Seo, Acting President of Korea Tourism Organization. 

Follow the Korean Tourism Organization Manila Office at facebook.com/koreatourismmanila on Facebook and @ktomanila on Instagram to stay updated on the latest news about Korean culture and tourism.

BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE Resurrects That Gothic Feeling

By Edgar Allan E. Yu 

"Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" is finally here, and it’s everything fans of the original could hope for and more. This long-in-the-works sequel to the 1988 classic brings back that quirky, weird charm that made the first film such a beloved cult hit. You might think a follow-up would struggle to capture the same magic, but "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" manages to do just that—while also embracing its silliness in all the right ways. 

What surprised me most was how much I genuinely enjoyed this film. It’s not just a nostalgia trip; it’s a fresh take on some beloved characters and new characters as well. Michael Keaton is excellent as the title character, while Catherine O'Hara is outstanding. And among the new faces, Jenna Ortega is clearly the stand-out. The humor is sharp, and there are plenty of laugh-out-loud moments that remind us why we fell in love with "Beetlejuice" in the first place.

My only gripe is there are too many subplots in this film, and although I enjoyed some of them, most of the new characters were not fully utilized. Monica Bellucci's Delores is sexy and dangerous, but she wasn't given much to do. I would love to see more of her in future Beetlejuice films.

Let’s talk about the soundtrack! It perfectly encapsulates my favorite era of music—the 80s—and adds an extra layer of enjoyment to every scene. From those iconic hits, to that whole Soul Train sequence, they surely enhanced the overall experience and makes you want to dance along.

If you’re looking for a fun escape filled with quirky antics and nostalgic vibes, "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" is definitely worth your time. It's an early Halloween treat ! So grab your popcorn, sit back, and prepare for a wild ride with the ghost with the most.

Photo credit : Warner Bros. Pictures  

Coco Mama Launches the “Save Our Coconuts” Project; Pledges Long-Term Support to the Coconut Farming Industry

 

The Philippines is one of the world’s biggest producers of coconuts, ranking second largest exporter in the industry across the globe. However, the coconut industry is facing major challenges today. According to the Philippine Coconut Authority, 20% of the country’s coconut trees are senile. Coco Mama, the country’s leading local gata brand, vows to help ease this problem as it launches the “Save Our Coconuts” project. 

Coco Mama led by brand ambassador Ms. Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo, Century Pacific Agricultural Ventures Inc. (CPAVI), The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA), and the General Santos City Environment and Natural Resources (CENRO) representatives and volunteers at the Coco Mama “Save Our Coconuts” Project Kickoff Event

Coco Mama’s “Save Our Coconuts” project commits to distributing 100,000 quality coconut seedlings in a span of five years to replace aging trees, providing lasting income to smallholder Filipino coconut farmers. The project aims to contribute to the overall effort to revitalize the Philippine coconut industry.

Coco Mama Marketing Director Mr. Bryan Lingan announces Coco Mama’s commitment to helping coconut farmers in the country

“Through Coco Mama's ‘Save Our Coconuts’ project, we make our commitment to provide quality seedlings to smallholder farmer communities in the region. After all, our mission has always been to delight consumers whenever they prepare classic Filipino gata recipes, and part of this delight is in knowing that the brand they love is also doing its part in helping the coconut farmers,” said Coco Mama Marketing Director Mr. Bryan Lingan.

Century Pacific Agricultural Ventures Inc. (CPAVI) Vice President and General Manager Mr. Noel Tempongko, Jr. talks about the current situation of the Philippine coconut industry and what their company is doing to help

Launched on World Coconut Day in General Santos City, South Cotabato, Coco Mama held a tree planting activity with its brand ambassador Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo, together with the help and support of representatives from the Philippine Coconut Authority, City Environment and Natural Resources Office – General Santos City, Local Government Unit of General Santos City, Century Pacific Agricultural Ventures Inc., and coconut farmers.

Brand ambassador Ms. Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo discusses her involvement in the Coco Mama “Save Our Coconuts” Project 

Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo is honored and thankful to be part of the campaign. She said, “Sometimes, it’s easy to forget that the things we consume daily, like gata, come from the efforts of our hard-working farmers. With the ‘Save Our Coconuts’ project, I am not only able to promote our traditional and nutritious gata dishes to Filipino households but also to make a difference in the lives of the people who help harvest the food we put to the table for our families.”

Coco Mama officially turns over coconut seedlings to the representatives of the General Santos City coconut farming community. In the photo are (from top left) Philippine Coconut Authority-Sarangani's Provincial Manager Mr. Jerry Prongco, Coco Mama Marketing Director Mr. Bryan Lingan, Coco Mama brand ambassador Ms. Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo, Century Pacific Agricultural Ventures Inc. (CPAVI) Vice President and General Manager Mr. Noel Tempongko, Jr., and City Government Assistant Department Head II of the General Santos City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) Mr. Manuel A. Torres, Jr. 

Coco Mama’s “Save Our Coconuts” Project is part of the brand’s efforts to contribute to the Philippine Coconut Authority’s bigger mission of rehabilitating the coconut industry and uplifting the lives of the coconut farmers. 

For more information, please visit /CocoMamaPhilippines on Facebook or @cocomamaph on Instagram for more updates.

REACTIONS ARE IN! CRITICS ARE SINGING PRAISES OF “BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE,” IN CINEMAS SEPTEMBER 4

Tim Burton (second from left) with his “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” cast Monica Bellucci, Michael Keaton and Catherine O’Hara at the opening night of the Venice Film Festival on August 28, where the film got a nearly 4-minute standing ovation.

Photo Credit: GiuliaParmigiani

Copyright: © 2024 Warner Bros. Ent. Inc. All rights reserved.

The wait was worth it. 

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” director Tim Burton’s follow-up to his 1988 classic horror-comedy “Beetlejuice,” had its world premiere on the opening night of the Venice Film Festival on August 28 – 36 years after the first movie was released. The long-in-the-works sequel, which screened out of competition, delighted the audience and earned a nearly four-minute standing ovation for Burton and his cast – led by Beetlejuice himself Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder and Catherine O’Hara, both also reprising their roles in the original, and new cast members Jenna Ortega, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci and Willem Dafoe. 

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/4kv5AC2po5A 

“It’s truly exciting to see Burton’s return to form, making something both grotesque and funny,” wrote Collider. “He appears to be energized and having fun, something we haven’t seen in quite a while.” 

(From left) Catherine O’Hara, Jenna Ortega and Winona Ryder at the Venice Film Festival on August 28.

Photo Credit: LucaDammicco

Copyright: © 2024 Warner Bros. Ent. Inc. All rights reserved.

The Hollywood Reporter lauded Burton and the cast: “The zippy pacing, buoyant energy and steady stream of laugh-out-loud moments hint at the joy Burton appears to have found in revisiting this world, and for anyone who loved the first movie, it’s contagious. That applies also to the actors, all of whom warm to the dizzying lunacy.”

In their review, Time magazine wrote, “The movie carries you along on its wriggling magic carpet of mayhem – and features one sequence of creepy-elegant-funny cracked poetry that’s classic, old-school Burton.” They also praised Keaton’s portrayal once again of the ghost with the most and said seeing the actor in full costume again as Beetlejuice was “like greeting a decrepit, kvetching old friend, the kind you keep around just for entertainment value. Michael Keaton clearly adores this character; once again, he pours pure love into Beetlejuice’s maniacal, depraved soul.”

(From left) Tim Burton, Monica Bellucci, Michael Keaton, Catherine O’Hara and Jenna Ortega at the Venice Film Festival on August 28.

Photo Credit: LucaDammicco

Copyright: © 2024 Warner Bros. Ent. Inc. All rights reserved.

Deadline Hollywood had a great time watching the movie, which they described as “a blast just to watch” and “funny, all the time.” 

Empire magazine gave a special mention to Burton’s much-loved “freak flag.” “The film is strongest when it remembers it’s a Tim Burton film and has license to get weird,” said Empire in their review. “While it’s slicker and less homemade-feeling than the 1988 vintage, there are still flashes of B-movie brilliance: a stop-motion animation sequence, some delightful shrunken-head prosthetic effects, and two demented birth scenes with the most ghoulish prosthetic baby this side of ‘American Sniper.’ It’s moments like this, when Burton lets his freak flag truly fly, that ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ earns its stripes.’

In “Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice,” three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River after an unexpected family tragedy. Still haunted by Beetlejuice (Keaton), Lydia’s (Ryder) life is turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter, Astrid (Ortega), discovers the mysterious model of the town in the attic and the portal to the Afterlife is accidentally opened. With trouble brewing in both realms, it’s only a matter of time until someone says Beetlejuice’s name three times and the mischievous demon returns to unleash his very own brand of mayhem. The sequel’s screenplay is by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar (“Wednesday”), story by Gough and Millar and Seth Grahame-Smith (“The LEGO® Batman Movie”), based on characters created by Michael McDowell and Larry Wilson.

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” distributed in the Philippines by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery company, creeps into Philippine cinemas on September 4. #Beetlejuice #Beetlejuice

Join the conversation using #Beetlejuice #Beetlejuice

Photo & Video Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

THE ACTION SEQUENCES IN “TRANSFORMERS ONE” ARE INSANE, SAYS CHRIS HEMSWORTH “Transformers One” rolls out into Philippine cinemas September 18

 

Transformers One

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures

When Chris Hemsworth signed on as part of the star-studded voice cast for Transformers One, he thought he’d just be sitting in a chair, reading lines. 

“The action sequences in this film are insane,” says the actor in a new featurette. “It actually takes a lot more physicality than I first assumed. I thought I’d just be sitting in a chair, reading lines. But I was jumping around and having to throw punches and make noise. There’s a lot of excitement and a lot of fun.”

Watch Hemsworth talk about voicing Orion Pax in the “Chris on the Physicality” featurette: https://youtu.be/NVRpXFurcmQ?si=MMlv_lUaCdDgmiEf 

In Transformers One, the first-ever fully CG-animated Transformers movie, Hemsworth voices Orion Pax/Optimus Prime. Transformers One is the untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever. Hemsworth is joined by Brian Tyree Henry (D-16/Megatron), Scarlett Johansson (Elita-1), Keegan-Michael Key (B-127), Steve Buscemi (Starscream), Laurence Fishburne (Alpha Trion) and Jon Hamm (Sentinel Prime).

“Feels fantastic to be officially part of the Transformers franchise,” says Hemsworth in another featurette. “What intrigued me was the origin story. Two best friends that become enemies, and then the birth of a hero.” 

Find out more about what drew Hemsworth to Transformers One in the “Chris on the Franchise” featurette: https://youtu.be/3ss3-o_7Da8?si=GXpXAtvy1jSVaBhb 

Transformers One, distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures, opens in Philippine cinemas September 18. Join the conversation with the hashtag #TransformersOne and tag @paramountpicsph

About Transformers One

Directed by: Josh Cooley

Based on Hasbro’s Transformers™ Action Figures 

Story by: Andrew Barrer & Gabriel Ferrari 

Screenplay by: Eric Pearson and Andrew Barrer & Gabriel Ferrari 

Executive producers: Steven Spielberg, Zev Foreman, Olivier Dumont, Bradley J. Fischer, B.J. Farmer, Matt Quigg 

Producers: Lorenzo di Bonaventura, p.g.a., Tom DeSanto & Don Murphy, Michael Bay, Mark Vahradian, p.g.a., Aaron Dem, p.g.a.

Photo and Video Credit: “Paramount Pictures International” 

JOURNEY BACK TO MIDDLE-EARTH AND WATCH THE NEWLY RELEASED TRAILER FOR “THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE WAR OF THE ROHIRRIM,” IN CINEMAS DECEMBER 11

 

Photo credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

Peter Jackson presents a groundbreaking journey back to Middle-earth through the eyes of legendary director Kenji Kamiyama. “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim” opens only in cinemas December 11. 

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/J8-ZcT-gx54 

Official synopsis: 

Set 183 years before the events chronicled in the original trilogy of films, “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim” tells the fate of the House of Helm Hammerhand, the legendary King of Rohan. A sudden attack by Wulf, a clever and ruthless Dunlending lord seeking vengeance for the death of his father, forces Helm and his people to make a daring last stand in the ancient stronghold of the Hornburg – a mighty fortress that will later come to be known as Helm’s Deep. Finding herself in an increasingly desperate situation, Héra, the daughter of Helm, must summon the will to lead the resistance against a deadly enemy intent on their total destruction.

In cinemas December 11, “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim” is distributed in the Philippines by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery company. #LOTR

About “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim”

New Line Cinema’s original anime feature “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim” returns audiences to the epic world brought to life in “The Lord of the Rings” Trilogy, based on the revered books by J.R.R. Tolkien.

Under the direction of award-winning filmmaker Kenji Kamiyama (the “Blade Runner: Black Lotus” and “Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex” TV series), the talented voice cast is led by Brian Cox (“Succession”) as Helm Hammerhand, the mighty King of Rohan; Gaia Wise (“A Walk in the Woods”) as his daughter Héra; and Luke Pasqualino (“Snowpiercer”) as Wulf. Miranda Otto, who delivered an unforgettable, award-winning performance in “The Lord of the Rings” Trilogy, reprises her role as Éowyn, Shieldmaiden of Rohan, who serves as the tale’s narrator. The voice ensemble also includes Lorraine Ashbourne (Netflix’s “Bridgerton”), Yazdan Qafouri (“I Came By”), Benjamin Wainwright (“World on Fire”), Laurence Ubong Williams (“Gateway”), Shaun Dooley (“The Witcher”), Michael Wildman (“Fast and Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw”), Jude Akuwudike (“Beasts of No Nation”), Bilal Hasna (“Sparks”) and Janine Duvitski (“Benidorm”).

With Kamiyama at the helm, the original feature is being produced by Oscar winner Philippa Boyens, from the screenwriting team behind “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” Trilogies, alongside Jason DeMarco and Joseph Chou, who, in addition to their many separate animation projects, collaborated on the “Blade Runner: Black Lotus” series. The executive producers are Fran Walsh, Peter Jackson, Sam Register, Carolyn Blackwood and Toby Emmerich. The screenplay is by Jeffrey Addiss & Will Matthews and Phoebe Gittins & Arty Papageorgiou, story by Addiss & Matthews and Boyens, based on characters created by J.R.R. Tolkien. The team of creative collaborators returning from “The Lord of the Rings” Trilogy also includes Oscar winners Alan Lee and Richard Taylor, along with esteemed Tolkien illustrator John Howe.

A New Line Cinema Presentation, a Warner Bros. Animation / Sola Entertainment Production, “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim,” opens in Philippine cinemas 11 December 2024.

 

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