CLAYFACE will make you flinch, while it delivers one of the best origin stories in comicbook lore

By: Edgar Allan E. Yu

#CLAYFACE offers a fresh take on an origin story for a villain, blending elements of horror, crime, and a love story into a compelling narrative. The film does not shy away from its darker moments, featuring some gory scenes that are sure to make viewers squirm. 

However, beneath the intense visuals lies a poignant story of a good man transforming into a monster. Tom Rhys Harries delivers a standout performance as Matt Hagen,  making the character deeply relatable and engaging. The visual effects are a treat. 

Written by Mike Flanagan and Hossein Amini, and directed by James Watkins, CLAYFACE stands out as one of the best origin stories in the comic book movie genre. Rated R-18, it is definitely geared toward mature audiences. Overall, we really enjoyed the film. Thank you @warnerbrosph for the invites! In cinemas now!

#ClayfaceMovie 

Photos credit: Warner Bros. Pictures  

NOVEMBER 2026

 

Don’t miss these titles, opening in cinemas in November 2026! 

Ramayana: Rise of a Legend

Photo credit: Columbia Pictures

November 5, Thursday - Ramayana: Rise of a Legend (Columbia Pictures, SM Cinemas exclusive)

Cast: Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, Sai Pallavi, Ravie Dubey, Sunny Deol

Directed by: Nitesh Tiwari

Trailer: https://youtu.be/ZjdaxwQsIyM?si=_xDJVSBXmB-b7PgR 

Official synopsis: 

Based on the celebrated ancient epic known to billions, Namit Malhotra’s “Ramayana: Rise of a Legend” tells the story of Rama, a prince bound by sacrifice; Ravana, an immortal king driven by vengeance; and the prophecy that binds their fates together. It stars Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi.

The film is produced by acclaimed filmmaker Namit Malhotra, whose Academy Award®-winning visual effects company DNEG is behind films including “The Odyssey,” “Dune,” “Interstellar,” and “Inception”; directed by Nitesh Tiwari, whose film “Dangal” remains the highest-grossing Indian film worldwide; and scored by Academy Award® winners Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman. Namit Malhotra’s “Ramayana: Rise of a Legend” will be released globally in theaters in time for Diwali on November 5.

#TheCatInTheHat

Photo credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

November 6, Friday - The Cat in the Hat (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Voice cast: Bill Hader, Xochitl Gomez, Matt Berry, Quinta Brunson, Paula Pell, and featuring Tiago Martinez, Giancarlo Esposito, America Ferrera, Bowen Yang and Tituss Burgess

Directed by: Alessandro Carloni and Erica Rivinoja

Trailer: https://youtu.be/K1u45XGxb6Q?si=zSwcYDcqsn-qcp-F 

Official synopsis: 

Meet the Cat in the Hat you don’t know! In the wonderfully whimsical tradition of Dr. Seuss, “The Cat in the Hat” comes to the big screen in his animated theatrical feature film debut, an all-new, epic adventure with an edge, where mischief, magic and mayhem reign supreme. Doing what he does best, the Cat – voiced by Bill Hader – spreads joy to kids in his hilarious, signature and singularly irreverent way, transporting them and audiences on a fantastical journey through a world they’ve never seen before. In the film, our hero takes on his toughest assignment yet for the I.I.I.I. (Institute for the Institution of Imagination and Inspiration, LLC): to cheer Gabby and Sebastian, a pair of siblings struggling with their move to a new town. Known for taking things too far, this could be this agent of chaos’s last chance to prove himself… or lose his magical hat!

#HowToRobABank

Photo credit: Columbia Pictures

November 11 - How to Rob a Bank (Columbia Pictures)

Cast: Nicholas Hoult, Zoë Kravitz, Anna Sawai, Rhenzy Feliz, Christian Slater as Walton, with Pete Davidson and John C. Reilly

Directed by: David Leitch

Trailer: https://youtu.be/HKlVcIW3W7c?si=ziBAzy1TPcyntBl6

Official synopsis:

In “How to Rob a Bank,” a crew of social media-savvy bank robbers broadcasts their daring heists, unaware that their growing viral fame has put them in the crosshairs of a veteran FBI agent and a brilliant software engineer. Despite the unlikely duo closing in, the crime ring pushes past their limits, putting everything on the line for their beliefs - and their most ambitious heist yet.

#FockerInLawMovie

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November 25 - Focker In-Law (Paramount Pictures)

Cast: Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Teri Polo, Blythe Danner, Skyler Gisondo, Beanie Feldstein, Eduardo Franco and Ariana Grande  

Directed by: John Hamburg

Trailer: https://youtu.be/9CKu3WoMYCg?si=ChyQ3WqRPsnOGXBN 

Official synopsis: 

This November, comedy icon and Emmy® winner Ben Stiller and two-time Oscar® winner Robert De Niro reunite, joined by Grammy® winner and Oscar® nominee Ariana Grande, in “Focker In-Law,” a new chapter in the blockbuster “Meet the Parents” franchise. 

*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice.* 

Two Projects, Two Wins: Aseana Residential Earns Its Second Best Completed Condo Development Award

 

PRESS RELEASE 

MidPark Towers earns Best Completed Condo Development and Best Lifestyle Condo Development at the 14th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards, building on Aseana Residential’s award-winning track record.

PARAÑAQUE CITY, PHILIPPINES – Two residential projects completed. Two Best Completed Condo Development awards.

Aseana Residential Holdings Corp., the residential arm of D.M. Wenceslao & Associates, Inc. (DMW), has earned its second Best Completed Condo Development recognition, with its second residential project, MidPark Towers, receiving the distinction at the 14th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards. The development also won Best Lifestyle Condo Development.

The achievement marks an important milestone for Aseana Residential: both of its first two completed projects have received the Best Completed Condo Development title. Pixel Residences, completed in 2020, also won the same award. For the developer, this establishes a track record of translating its residential vision into completed homes recognized for their quality.

Building a Track Record Through Delivery

A look inside the Fitness Gym and Amenity Deck of MidPark Towers, offering residents dedicated spaces for fitness, relaxation, and leisure. 

In residential development, a completed project is where design promises meet everyday experience. The quality of living spaces, the functionality of amenities, and the relationship between a home and its surroundings all shape how residents experience their homes and communities.

With MidPark Towers, Aseana Residential builds on the success of its first project through a four-tower development that combines contemporary residences, thoughtfully planned amenities, and the convenience of an established location within Aseana City.

The two-for-two achievement reflects the company’s continued focus on execution, from planning and design through construction and completion. It also strengthens the foundation for Aseana Residential’s growth, with each completed development contributing to its reputation as a residential developer.

Award-Winning Homes Within a Connected Community

MidPark Towers’ additional recognition as Best Lifestyle Condo Development highlights another dimension of the project: how the residential experience extends beyond the home.

Its in-house fitness gym and amenity deck provide residents with spaces to stay active and make time for personal well-being, while the Private Lounge offers a setting for dining, unwinding, and intimate gatherings. These amenities create opportunities for residents to pursue their interests, spend time with others, and incorporate moments of wellness and connection into their everyday routines.

Beyond the development, Aseana City brings offices, retail, dining, and leisure destinations closer to home. Just across MidPark Towers, Parqal offers restaurants, open spaces, wellness activities, and community events, giving residents more opportunities to connect with the surrounding community and enjoy experiences beyond their own living spaces.

The Private Lounge at MidPark Towers features contemporary interiors and versatile spaces for residents to gather, dine, and relax. 

Together, these amenities and nearby destinations add another dimension to residential living, bringing home, leisure, and everyday activities within a connected urban environment.

“As the residential market becomes increasingly competitive, the definition of what makes a home also evolves, with developments being challenged to offer more than a physical place to live,” said Delfin Angelo “Buds” Wenceslao, Chief Executive Officer of DMW. “Today, choosing a home is about more than the space you live in. It’s also about having a community around you where you can work, play, and live comfortably.”

A Foundation for What Comes Next

Now completed and ready for occupancy, MidPark Towers represents the latest expression of Aseana Residential’s approach to homebuilding: well-designed residences supported by lifestyle amenities and the wider conveniences of a master-planned district.

With two Best Completed Condo Development wins across its first two projects, Aseana Residential has established an early record of recognized delivery. The milestone provides a clear benchmark for its future developments and reinforces its commitment to creating quality homes that respond to the needs of residents.

Together, Pixel Residences and MidPark Towers represent two milestones in Aseana Residential’s development journey, contributing to the evolving residential landscape of Aseana City, where the experience of home extends into the wider community.

To learn more about MidPark Towers, visit midparktowers.com or follow MidPark Towers on Facebook. 

STREET FIGHTER review: Hardcore action, with splendid use of animation makes this a winner!

By: Edgar Allan E. Yu 

The new Street Fighter movie is an absolute blast from start to finish, delivering a vibrant spectacle that fans and newcomers alike will thoroughly enjoy. The film dazzles with its eye-popping, colorful sets and impeccably detailed costumes that bring the legendary fighting roster to life like never before. The action is practically non-stop, keeping the adrenaline pumping from the very first frame.

The fight choreography, which faithfully recreates the iconic special moves and fighting styles from the classic video games are extraordinary. Also the brilliant use of stylized animation during character flashbacks are amazing. I would love to see a full Street Fighter movie in this style. The entire experience is further elevated by a rockin', cool soundtrack that perfectly complements the high-octane energy on screen.

Packed with clever Easter eggs that will have longtime fans cheering, this cinematic ride strikes the perfect balance between nostalgia and modern blockbuster flair. It doesn't take itself too seriously, embracing the bold, electric spirit of the franchise while delivering non-stop fun. If you're looking for a fun, action-packed thrill ride at the movies, Street Fighter delivers the ultimate knock-out!

#StreetFightetMovie

@paramountpicsph

Photo credits: Paramount Pictures  

HISTORIC CELEBRATION OF GODZILLA’S 72ND ANNIVERSARY

 

Catch the Godzilla Film Festival on October 14-20 at SM Cinemas

Photo credit: Go Asia Entertainment / TOHO

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Brace yourself for the king of monsters as Godzilla rips and roars at select SM cinemas October 14–20 for the first-ever, highly anticipated Godzilla Film Festival. 

From epic monster showdowns and city-smashing destruction to Millennium-era adventures and the critically acclaimed modern reimagining of Shin Godzilla, each film offers a different look at the character who has remained one of cinema's most enduring icons.

Five era-defining classics return to the big screen for an exclusive one-week engagement: the iconic creature battles of Mothra vs. Godzilla (1964) and the destructive spectacle of Godzilla vs. Biollante (1989), to the Millennium-era adventures of Godzilla 2000: Millennium (1999) and Godzilla: Final Wars (2004), and the modern reimagining of Shin Godzilla (2016).

The festival, presented by Go Asia Entertainment, brings together these five distinct chapters in Godzilla’s cinematic history.  

The franchise’s fandom continues to bring people together at pop-culture events where fans share their appreciation for the classic and contemporary characters.

Godzilla: 2000 Millenium 

Godzilla: Final Wars 

Godzilla vs Biollante 

 Mothra vs Godzilla

 

Shin Godzilla

Photo credit: Go Asia Entertainment / TOHO

Photo credit: Go Asia Entertainment / TOHO

 

Adding to the festival experience, with tickets priced at ₱275, moviegoers who purchase a ticket to the participating festival screening will receive a special Godzilla Film Festival collectible card. 

The Godzilla Film Festival is a limited one-week engagement at SM Cinemas! Don't miss your chance to catch Godzilla in cinemas. Experience the roar, the battles, and the spectacle on the big screen — and get your exclusive collectible card.

Follow Go Asia Entertainment on socials for the latest updates.  

Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, and the rest of the cast on why “STREET FIGHTER” is a must-watch. Now showing in cinemas nationwide!

 PARAMOUNT PICTURES

Andrew Koji is Ryu in Street Fighter

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures

The cast and filmmakers of Street Fighter are excited for audiences to experience the latest movie adaptation in cinemas. 

“We all wanted to make sure that not only can we get new fans to love it, but the hardcore fans too,” says Andrew Koji, who plays Ryu. “There are so many nods we put in there and we’re bringing a Street Fighter film that has never been done before and hopefully will be remembered for a long time to come.”

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/cAVMqVruC8c?si=whKTtPRAzIP-DP5M 

Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i is Akuma in Street Fighter

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures

WWE superstar Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i, who plays fan favorite Akuma, agrees that this iteration of the popular video game is going to be a new experience for fans. “We’ve done properly what hasn’t been done before – fleshing out a world that so many people of all ages know and love,” he says. “There’s that escapism. You can leave everything behind and get lost in this universe, and we’ve put that on film. Audiences are going to immerse themselves in this world of Street Fighter.”

Noah Centineo is Ken Masters in Street Fighter

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Noah Centineo, who plays Ken, recommends that movie audiences flock to the biggest cinema they can possibly watch the movie in: “It’s a huge movie. It is so visually stimulating that seeing that on a huge screen is the way to see it. The fights are sweaty, and bloody, you want to see that huge, and the sound design – the seats are going to shake. Street Fighter is one of those movies that should be seen in an IMAX theater.”

David Dastmalchian as Lord M. Bison, with Callina Liang as Chun-Li (front) in Street Fighter

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures

David Dastmalchian promises that audiences are in for an exciting ride when they watch Street Fighter, in which he plays Lord M. Bison. “The high-octane action and adventure, the fighting, the comedy, the brutal stuff that is going to just totally shock people,” says the actor. “And the performances, the design. Street Fighter is going to feel like a roller coaster, and I can’t wait to see what people look like as the rollercoaster comes in for landing.”

Jason Momoa as Blanka in Street Fighter

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Jason Momoa, who pulls off double duty as a producer and one of the actors (Blanka), says that the movie has something in it for everyone: “Street Fighter will make you laugh, and cry, and have a really great time. This is my childhood. Street Fighter was everything growing up. For existing fans, and new fans, it’s such a diverse world and cast - there’s something for everyone in it.”

Director Kitao Sakurai on the set of Street Fighter

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures

As a fan of the games himself when he was a kid, director Kitao Sakurai was honored to have helmed Street Fighter, especially because he had a chance to relive the feeling he had as a child playing the video game – a feeling he’s hoping audiences will experience as well. “As a Japanese-American filmmaker, to have the honor to do Street Fighter makes me feel incredibly proud,” he says. “To be able to incorporate the feelings I had as a child, to be able to bring to life the aspects of the game that as a fan, you felt in your heart, is exactly what I hope the movie captures. We’re excited that this is the most accurate Street Fighter adaptation ever made, in terms of the fighting styles, the moves, the costumes and the tone and spirit of the characters. And I hope people go see it in IMAX or other premium exhibition formats, for the incredible visuals, and the soundtrack where these needle drops are immersive and banging.”

Street Fighter is now showing in all cinemas, including IMAX, nationwide. Don’t miss it! #StreetFighterMovie

Photo and Video Credit: “Paramount Pictures” 

Helios Convenes Partners in Solar Expo to Help Address Rising Household Electricity Costs

 PRESS RELEASE

 

Helios Chief Executive Officer Mr. Edmund Martinez introduces Helios as the solar partner for every Filipino home

Filipino homeowners have recently gathered at U.P. Town Center for Manila’s first residential solar expo, where Helios Sustainable Energy Corp. and over 20 financial and industry partners showcased solutions to eliminate upfront costs and lower rising household electric bills.

The Helios Solar Expo 2026 welcomes homeowners to Manila's first residential solar expo at U.P. Town Center, Quezon City 

With electricity rates steadily climbing across the Philippines, homeowners are increasingly turning to solar energy to manage household costs. However, adoption is frequently delayed by upfront setup expenses and complex, inconsistent supplier quotes. The two-day expo addressed these challenges directly by offering one-on-one consultations, live system comparisons, on-ground financing approvals, and "Solar 101" educational sessions led by industry experts.

“A lot of people walked in with their solar questions and rising electric bills,” said Mr. Edmund Martinez, Chief Executive Officer of Helios. “By the time they left the expo, they knew what solar would cost them per month and which bank would finance it. That’s what we want. Real numbers, not guesswork.”

Visitors explore booth exhibits and consult with Helios’ financial and industry partners

Making Solar Accessible with ₱0 Upfront Financing

Founded in 2023, Helios operates as an end-to-end residential solar platform handling design, permitting, bank financing, installation, and long-term maintenance. Serving most of Luzon and Cebu, the company enables homeowners to transition to solar power with ₱0 upfront cost through flexible financing models, including solar mortgages and structured monthly plans backed by over 20 financial partners.

Participating bank and financing partners at the expo included BDO, BPI, UnionBank, Security Bank, RCBC, EastWest Bank, Home Credit, SB Finance, Coins.ph, Pag-IBIG Fund, and Country Funders. Component and tech brand partners present included Atmoce, LuxPower, Dyness, Power AI, SunSynk, Bluetti, and Stronghold Insurance.

Helios specialists conducted personalized one-on-one consultations to help families calculate potential monthly energy savings

“Solar used to be for families who could write a big check,” added Martinez. “With our 20+ financing partners offering a range of solutions—from solar mortgages and credit card promos to personal loans—getting started with solar now costs zero pesos upfront. All we ask is that people sit down and do the math with us.”

Looking Beyond Sticker Prices

A core message emphasized during the weekend was evaluating rooftop solar based on total lifetime value rather than low initial quotes. Experts urged homeowners to review warranty coverages, net metering support, after-sales service, and VAT inclusivity to ensure long-term savings.

Helios Chief Executive Officer Mr. Edmund Martinez delivers his presentation on making rooftop solar accessible and affordable for Filipino households

“I tell every homeowner the same thing: look past the price on the quote,” said Martinez. “Ask who’s going to show up in year five if something needs fixing in your solar system. That part of solar never makes it onto the flyer, but it’s where your money is protected.”

Helios aims to empower more households across Luzon and Cebu to take control of their energy needs. Homeowners who missed the live event can still calculate their potential monthly savings and book a free, no-commitment home evaluation online.

To Join the Solar Movement, book a free consultation at joinhelios.com/consultation or follow @joinhelios on social media.