Deadpool and Wolverine delivers the Best Marvel movie in years and more !

By Edgar Allan E. Yu

Deadpool and Wolverine's unexpected on-screen team-up is finally here, and it's a cinematic masterpiece that brought Marvel fans tremendous joy. This movie is a hilarious, action-packed, and unapologetic love letter to the Marvel universe, delivering everything fans could ever want and more.

Ryan Reynolds is at the top of his game, effortlessly embodying the wisecracking, fourth-wall-breaking Deadpool with his signature wit and charm. His chemistry with Hugh Jackman, who delivers a career-defining performance as a variant of a gruff and gritty Wolverine, in his comic-accurate yellow and blue suit, is simply electrifying. The two iconic heroes bounce off each other with impeccable comedic timing and astounding action, creating moments of pure, unadulterated joy.  

The action sequences in this film are nothing short of incredible, with well-choreographed, jaw-dropping stunts and special effects that will leave you wanting for more. From the energetic opening sequence to the epic showdown between Deadpool and Wolverine, and the fight against the Deadpool Corps, this movie is a non-stop thrill ride that will have you cheering and laughing in equal measure. I also love the musical score, where classic songs from the past, were utilized skillfully and were given new life for the new generation.    

But it's not just the main characters that make this movie so special. The film is packed with amazing cameos and references that will delight Marvel fans, paying homage to the rich tapestry of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, especially those fan-favorite heroes from 20th Century Fox. It's a true celebration of everything that makes the franchise so beloved, and a must-see for any self-respecting superhero enthusiast.

In short, Deadpool and Wolverine is the best Marvel movie in years, a hilarious, action-packed, and utterly compelling cinematic experience that you simply cannot afford to miss.  

Don’t miss these movies, opening in cinemas in August!

 

August 7 - It Ends With Us (Columbia Pictures)

Cast: Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, Brandon Sklenar, Jenny Slate

Directed by: Justin Baldoni

Trailer :

https://youtu.be/EoYDlT2xJA0?si=8BM8pejYS8IKZcIy

#ItEndsWithUsMoviePH

“It Ends With Us”, the first Colleen Hoover novel adapted for the big screen, tells the compelling story of Lily Bloom (Blake Lively), a woman who overcomes a traumatic childhood to embark on a new life in Boston and chase a lifelong dream of opening her own business. A chance meeting with charming neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid (Justin Baldoni) sparks an intense connection, but as the two fall deeply in love, Lily begins to see sides of Ryle that remind her of her parents’ relationship. When Lily’s first love, Atlas Corrigan (Brandon Sklenar), suddenly reenters her life, her relationship with Ryle is upended, and Lily realizes she must learn to rely on her own strength to make an impossible choice for her future. 

 

August 21 - Harold and the Purple Crayon (Columbia Pictures) 

Cast: Zachary Levi, Jemaine Clement, Alfred Molina, Zooey Deschanel

Directed by: Carlos Saldanha

Trailer:  

https://youtu.be/_4xwZirANN0?feature=shared

#HaroldAndThePurpleCrayon

Inside of his book, adventurous Harold (Zachary Levi) can make anything come to life simply by drawing it. After he grows up and draws himself off the book’s pages and into the physical world, Harold finds he has a lot to learn about real life – and that his trusty purple crayon may set off more hilarious hijinks than he thought possible. When the power of unlimited imagination falls into the wrong hands, it will take all of Harold and his friends’ creativity to save both the real world and his own. “Harold and the Purple Crayon” is the first film adaptation of the beloved children’s classic that has captivated young readers for decades.  

August 21 - Blink Twice (Warner Bros. Pictures) 

Stars: Channing Tatum, Naomi Ackie, Adria Arjona, Christian Slater, Geena Davis

Directed by: Zoë Kravitz  

Trailer: 

https://youtu.be/ml8PyIHgbBY?si=4CWvz-MzOdQXB94V 

#BlinkTwiceMovie

When tech billionaire Slater King (Channing Tatum) meets cocktail waitress Frida (Naomi Ackie) at his fundraising gala, sparks fly. He invites her to join him and his friends on a dream vacation on his private island. It’s paradise. Wild nights blend into sun soaked days and everyone’s having a great time. No one wants this trip to end, but as strange things start to happen, Frida begins to question her reality. There is something wrong with this place. She’ll have to uncover the truth if she wants to make it out of this party alive.

August 28 - Look Back (Encore Films) 

Voice cast: Yumi Kawai, Mizuki Yoshida

Directed by: Kiyotaka Oshiyama 

               

#LookBack

Based on the award-winning manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto, creator of “Chainsaw Man.” “Look Back” is a heart-wrenching and impactful story of growing up, a story about the overly confident Fujino and the shut-in Kyomoto, who couldn’t be more different. Their love of drawing manga is the one thing connecting these contrary girls. One day, however, something happens to them that shatters everything… 

*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice.*

SALEKA SHYAMALAN TALKS ABOUT THE CHALLENGES OF CREATING SONGS FOR A CONCERT DESIGNED TO TRAP A SERIAL KILLER IN M. NIGHT SHYAMALAN’S LATEST THRILLER, “TRAP,” IN CINEMAS JULY 31

 

Saleka Shyamalan in “Trap,” a new M. Night Shyamalan experience, in cinemas July 31.

Photo credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

“It was crazy – we basically prepped a stadium tour,” says Saleka Shyamalan of working on her scenes and the songs for “Trap,” the latest thriller directed, written and produced by her father, M. Night Shyamalan.  

“Trap” tells the story of a father and daughter (played by Josh Hartnett and Ariel Donoghue) who attend a pop concert where they realize they’re at the center of a dark and sinister event: a trap meant to capture a notorious serial killer called The Butcher. 

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/3hWIlnbadPg?si=tYAKosizpytcwI6d 

“There was no detail left out,” continues Saleka. “There were the songs, full choreography, full costumes, full screens, all the transitions, multiple different sets. A lot of time was spent putting that together. It wasn’t the normal production design for a movie. 

“It was, ‘All right, let’s make a tour. What is this character’s tour like? What’s the opening song? Where does it go from there? What are the points where the audience is surprised, having fun – the ups and downs? What is the order of the songs to create an arc for the show within the movie?’ And I had to think of several things that were important as I was writing the songs – they needed to function as storytelling, in what was going on with Cooper as he’s trying to escape, but also as scoring, because there’s really no scoring in a big chunk of the movie. The songs have to function in both ways. It was fun – super challenging, but fun.” 

Josh Hartnett and Ariel Donoghue in “Trap,” in cinemas July 31.

Photo credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

To create the sold-out concert of Lady Raven (Saleka) in “Trap,” visual effects supervisor Will Towle began with a light detection and ranging scan to create a 3D version of the venue itself. Performers were then filmed against a green screen, and 2D sprites were created of concertgoers engaging in a variety of activities (such as clapping, cheering, silently appreciating). 3D models were also created and motion capture was done to provide the 3D CG models a range of movements and reactions. By employing all of these techniques, 300 concertgoers could be multiplied to fill the 15,000-seat house where Cooper takes his daughter Riley to see Lady Raven.

Of course, what’s a concert without some dancing? For the dance and movement in Lady Raven’s stadium show, choreographer Cora Kozaris sought to turn the dancers into a Greek chorus of sorts. “The concert scenes are playing to an arena that holds 15,000 people, so all the movement has to be extremely exaggerated. Larger than life. The dancers are coming with huge pulses of energy,” says Kozaris. “In the same breath, the choreography also takes on very intimate details and blinks at what the characters are going through off the stage. And the soundtrack is scoring the entire film and really pulls from Lady Raven’s personal/relationship experiences or her traumas, and also builds the intensity of the lead characters and what they’re experiencing off the stage.”

Besides creating the songs for the movie, Saleka also helped inspire the idea for the film. “‘Trap’ was created by me and my daughter Saleka from our conversations together about music and movies,” says director M. Night Shyamalan.

“Trap,” distributed in the Philippines by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery company, opens in cinemas July 31. #TrapMovie

#TeamGalaxy enters their new era with the Galaxy Z Flip6

Find out how the Galaxy Z Flip6 is empowering the creativity of #TeamGalaxy’s AC Bonifacio, juan karlos, Angelina Cruz, Lexi Mendiola, and Patricia Prieto

Samsung has just launched its latest foldables and #TeamGalaxy is loving the Galaxy Z Flip6, now made even better with new Galaxy AI features. From the design, camera and durability upgrades, to AI functionalities, this fresh flip has endless ways to empower these top actors and actresses, content creators and entrepreneurs as they embark on exciting new ventures. 

Read on to discover how the Galaxy Z Flip6 is helping #TeamGalaxy explore creativity, stay connected with fans and unfold endless possibilities as they enter their new eras.

Unfolding a new era of Creativity

The Galaxy Z Flip6 offers a range of new customization and creativity features to help unfold your creativity.

The cameras feature amazing updates as the Galaxy Z Flip6 now sports new 50MP Wide and 12MP Ultra-wide sensors for an upgraded camera experience with clear and crisp details in pictures. The new 50MP sensor supports 2x optical zoom for noise-free photos, while offering AI zoom for an advanced shooting experience with up to 10x zoom. Nightography, enhanced with video HDR allows you to capture more brilliant videos — even in dim lighting.

Galaxy AI also opens up new possibilities to create fun content - just ask AC Bonifacio, who loves the Galaxy Z Flip6’s cameras and Instant Slo-Mo feature. “I already love the Flip5 so much, but they told me that the Flip6 has the S24 camera which is so super, super trending all the time. So I’m glad now, both of my loves are combining into one phone, and it’s just making everything easier for everyone,” shared AC.  

“For the Instant Slow-Mo, one thing’s for sure, I love that I can make my own glambot shots. You can easily just press it to make it slo-mo whenever you want it to be slo-mo, you don’t need to edit,” she added.

The AI-powered ProVisual Engine on the Galaxy Z Fold6 enables Instant Slow-mo, which allows you to instantly slow a video by generating additional frames while maintaining a smooth viewing experience. 

The flip’s iconic FlexMode has always made it easy to get topnotch selfies, hands-free but with Galaxy AI, getting the right framing is easier than ever. With the new Auto Zoom, FlexCam automatically finds the best framing for your shot by detecting the subject and zooming in and out before making any necessary adjustments.

juan karlos, who is entering his Creative Director era, loves the ease of using FlexMode. “One thing that I really love about the Flip is just the fact that you can put it on any surface and it can take videos and photos and different footages. You can just be fully creative and just put it anywhere and then you know you can shoot your content.” 

Lexi Mendiola in her jetsetter era also agrees that the Galaxy Z Flip6 is perfect for making travel content. “I feel super confident to travel anywhere I want now. The way that it flips into kind of like a tripod, the possibilities are endless, traveling and content creating. I can literally be a one-man show, and it’s just as amazing.”

The 3.4-inch Super AMOLED FlexWindow of the Galaxy Z Flip6 has also been enhanced, enabling AI-assisted functions without needing to open the device and giving access to Samsung Health updates and a variety of widgets. You can also customize your device with the AI-powered Photo Ambient, a wallpaper that can change in real-time based on the time and weather.

Using all the creative and customizable features of Galaxy Z Flip6 without worrying about battery life either, with longer usage time made possible by hardware and software optimization.

Unfolding a new era in style and durability

Samsung’s continued innovation for foldables has created the slimmest and lightest Galaxy Z series ever and also features updates to the look of the devices with an ergonomic squared-off symmetrical straight edge design and a matte finish. Both Fold and Flip are also equipped with Armor Aluminum and Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2, and an improved hinge, making it the most durable Galaxy Z series yet. The Galaxy Z Flip6 also comes in stylish hues like Silver Shadow, Yellow, Blue and Mint, plus online exclusives like Peach. 

Style and durability all in one pocketable phone? The Galaxy Z Flip6 has definitely convinced style setters Angelina Cruz and Patricia Prieto. 

“I’ve made the switch to the Galaxy Era because of how personalized it is, and how stylish it is. I also love how it’s very compact, and the thing is, I’m very into small bags nowadays and I love how it aligns with that. My new era is also about really stepping out of my comfort zone when it comes to fashion. And I feel like the Galaxy Flip really applies to that as well,” shared Angelina.

“The new Z Flip6 will allow me to be even more independent, because other than getting to shoot myself on my own, it’s also more powerful. I’m entering this new edgy era, like it really makes me feel like I can conquer the world. So just like my phone, I can do so many things. There’s so much levels, so much layers to me, just like this new Z Flip 6!” Patricia said. 

Like #TeamGalaxy, you can enter a new era in creativity and style with the Galaxy Z Flip6! Pre-order the Galaxy Z Flip6 and stay worry-free with a FREE Samsung Care +1 year or delight in 47% off with 2-year Samsung Care+ coverage for only ₱7,899 from the ₱14,799 original price. You can also enjoy 10% off via 0% installment & up to 50% off with Trade-in. Seize the moment and get a 10% discount when you bundle Galaxy Z Flip6 with any two of the Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch7 series, and Galaxy Buds3 series.. Then, show off your style with accessories at 50% off. Pre-offers are valid until July 30, 2024.

You can also experience the Galaxy Z Flip6 at the Galaxy Voyage Experience Space at One Bonifacio Park until August 10, 2024, and at any Samsung Experience Store or try the Galaxy ecosystem.

Keep up with the latest Samsung news by visiting the Samsung Philippines website and following Samsung on Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter).

A DREAM HOLIDAY TURNS INTO AN INESCAPABLE NIGHTMARE IN “SPEAK NO EVIL,” STARRING JAMES MCAVOY. TRAILER OUT NOW

When an American family is invited by a charming British family they befriended on vacation to a weekend in their idyllic country estate, a dream holiday is planned. Soon it warps into a psychological nightmare as not everything is what it seems. An intense suspense thriller from Blumhouse, “Speak No Evil” stars James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, and Scoot McNairy.

Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/InvnbXX0VV8?si=jByoNRTk_JF_x0se

Watch the trailer on Facebook: https://t.ly/tdt5t

Follow Universal Pictures PH (FB), UniversalPicturesPH (IG) and UniversalPicsPH (TikTok) for the latest updates on “Speak No Evil.” Connect with the hashtag #SpeakNoEvilPH.

Speak No Evil haunts Philippine cinemas on September 11, from Universal Pictures International.

ALL FOR ONE… AND ONE WILL FALL. WATCH THE NEW TRAILER FOR “TRANSFORMERS ONE”, STRAIGHT OUT OF SAN DIEGO COMIC CON

 

“Transformers One” opens only in cinemas September 18 

Built like brothers. Forged into enemies. Witness the origin that transformed our world. Watch the new trailer for Transformers One, starring Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson and Keegan-Michael Key. Transformers One opens in cinemas September 18. 

Watch the new trailer: https://youtu.be/TPgS6hAKHTI 

Check out the new posters too! 

  

#TransformersOne

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures

#TransformersOne

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures

Official Synopsis: 

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. In the first-ever fully CG-animated Transformers movie, Transformers One features a star-studded voice cast, including Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Steve Buscemi, with Laurence Fishburne, and Jon Hamm.

Transformers One rolls out into Philippine cinemas on 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” 

Korea’s All-Time Favorite Crime Busters Return and Head to PH in The Roundup: Punishment

 

Opens August 14 exclusive at SM Cinemas

The latest installment of Korea’s most-loved action blockbuster The Roundup: Punishment starring Don Lee finally takes its action in the Philippines. 

In the borderless action-comedy, The Roundup: Punishment timely touches on the controversies of online gambling, locally known as POGOs (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators) as it sees the team of Ma Seok-Do (Don Lee) track down one of Korea’s dangerous criminals Baek Chang-gi (Kim Moo-yul) who now operates an online gambling business in the Philippines. 

In the Philippines, ex-special forces mercenary Baek Chang-gi monopolizes Korea’s illegal online gambling business by means of abduction, confinement, assault, and even murder. Meanwhile back in Korea, IT genius CEO Chang Dong-cheol (LEE Dong-hwi) is hatching even bigger plans. 

In a recent interview with Variety, Lee shared “I want the action to evolve (from film to film) and the story to keep up with current times. It’s important that the characters evolve further, becoming wiser with each sequel.”

Tracing the murder of a young Korean professional who escaped from Chang-gi’s gambling operations, beast cop Seok-do’s team takes on the streets in the Philippines riding jeepneys and forming alliances with the local police.  Along with the team is returning character Jang I-su (Park Ji-hwan) disguised as a local who can also communicate in Filipino as he sets up an illegal online casino business to trap the gambling kingpins suspected in the abduction and murder of missing Korean citizens. 

The shooting in the Philippines not only magnified the film’s scale but also perfectly captured the reality of borderless, turfless online crime by switching locations back and forth from Korea to the Philippines. While the location of the main villain Baek Chang-gi’s home turf in the film was in the Philippines, the Emperor Casino (the casino Baek runs) and his hideouts were filmed from the various cities of the Philippines such as Angeles and Tarlac City.  

Hailed as Korea’s no. 1 action franchise, The Roundup: Punishment has dominated the Korean box-office for four consecutive weeks with a cumulative total of $75 million (source:  Variety) since it opened and is now the fastest Korean film to surpass 11 million moviegoers in just 33 days (source:  Times of India).  

The Roundup series has become Korea’s most-loved crime and action blockbuster series. The action-packed and comedy-filled film created a syndrome for crime blockbusters, becoming the third most-watched rated-R movie in Korea. In the Philippines, The Roundup: Punishment is rated R16 by the MTRCB.  

The Roundup franchise has left an unforgettable mark in Korean cinema and has proven that a Korean film series could be successful - with Don Lee’s portrayal of Detective Ma Seok-do known for his signature one-punch action, unique lines, countless parodies of scenes along with the irreplaceable allies and villains. 

Distributed by Black Cap Pictures, “The Roundup: Punishment” opens August 14 exclusively at SM Cinemas.  

Follow Black Cap Pictures on FB  @BlackCapPictures, IG @blackcappictures, YT @BlackCapPictures and on TikTok  @blackcappicturesinc  

“Twisters” lands at No.1 in US and PH, storms into the third-biggest box office opening weekend of the year with $80.5M

MANILA, July 22, 2024 - Nature’s fury rocked the global box office as “Twisters” stormed into North American and Philippine theaters at No.1, nabbing third-biggest opening of 2024 in the US with a sensational $80.5-million.

Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/ORAgIWnn5QQ

“Twisters” is the current-day chapter to the 1996 hit disaster blockbuster “Twisters.” Directed by Oscar nominee Lee Isaac Chung, the film stars Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, and Anthony Ramos as storm chasers who come together to try to predict, and possibly tame, one of nature’s most destructive forces.

The film is a bona fide hit with both critics and moviegoers as it received a high score of 92% Audience Score and a certified 78% Fresh Rating at Rotten Tomatoes.

Empire writes about the action and thrill that “Twisters” brings to audiences. “Simply put, ‘Twisters’ wears its Big Summer Movie heart on its sleeve. The score is rousing and righteous, the star power at times overwhelming to look at directly (to clarify, Powell walking through a downpour in a white T-shirt serves absolutely no narrative purpose). Powell being reunited with Maverick’s Joseph Kosinski — here on story-writing duty — feels like no coincidence; Cruise may be absent, but ‘Twisters’ effectively throws every other adrenaline-pumping cinematic tool in its bolted-down wheelhouse at you. At one point, our heroes are quite literally ushering crowds into a movie theatre for shelter. And you’d do well to join them.”

Screenrant praises the magnetic chemistry between Powell and Edgar-Jones as Kate and Tyler. “Edgar-Jones and Powell’s chemistry is a highlight of ‘Twisters,’ and their dynamic had me questioning my belief that not every action movie needs a romance between its leads.”

Entertainment Weekly also writes about the performance of the “Twisters” cast. “There’s a ton of technobabble that you have to take on faith, but Jones and Powell do more than sell it; they make it compelling.”

The New York Times notes the timeliness of a film focused on the devastating effects of worsening extreme weather conditions. “If we can’t fix climate change, can we fight it? And if so, who benefits? Who will take advantage of our weather in the future, and who will suffer from it? The apocalyptic element of ‘Twisters’ hits a little closer to home. The idea of a tornado as a monster is a metaphor. But the tornado itself, and the havoc it wreaks, is very, very literal.”

Catch the storm of a lifetime as “Twisters” is now showing in Philippine cinemas.

Credit: “Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.”

DIRECTOR M. NIGHT SHYAMALAN SAYS JOSH HARTNETT’S “AMAZING PERFORMANCE” IS A MUST SEE IN “TRAP,” IN CINEMAS JULY 31

 

Josh Hartnett in “Trap,” a new M. Night Shyamalan experience, in cinemas July 31.

Photo credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

“Trap,” the latest thriller from the brilliant mind of director M. Night Shyamalan, tells the story of a father and daughter who attend a pop concert where they realize they’re at the center of a dark and sinister event. How did this thriller about a serial killer trapped in a concert venue begin?

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/3hWIlnbadPg?si=tYAKosizpytcwI6d 

“‘Trap’ was created by me and my daughter Saleka from our conversations together about music and movies,” Shyamalan proudly shares. Saleka, who plays Lady Raven in the film, also wrote the fictional artist’s songs featured in the concert. 

Saleka, a professional singer-songwriter, says that her dad’s passion for filmmaking is one of the purest things she’s ever seen anyone have a passion for. “What’s interesting to me is that he tells such dark stories, because I think he is such a positive person,” she says. “You see that positivity in the context of these dark situations, and you know that he thinks the universe is good. It’s a key throughline in a lot of his movies. And I think this is another example of that. It’s beautiful to watch. That makes me feel safe on set, and it makes a lot of people feel happy and joyous to be here. It’s like we’re living the dream. He feels that and so we remember that every day.”

Josh Hartnett and Ariel Donoghue in “Trap,” in cinemas July 31.

Photo credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

Josh Hartnett, who plays Cooper, also has great respect for Shyamalan, especially because of the way the director works. “I was given a big ream of the storyboards, which is basically the film,” shares Hartnett. “You could flip through it and you could see every shot… for someone to come that prepared and then show up and actually live within it… I think he does that because he feels what the actors are going through. You can see him behind the camera, really experiencing it, wanting to be there 100%, to see how it will be experienced by the audience. Later, he can then put it together in a way that’s going to be most effective for the audience. It just shows what a master he is of this craft. And I think because of all that, he really enjoys the process.”

Shyamalan is also all praises of Hartnett. For the role of Cooper, Shyamalan wanted an actor who is a big risk taker. “When I met Josh, he looked me in the eye, and I just knew he was ready to do anything – there was an energy, an electricity coming off of him,” says the director. “I think for audiences, one of the great reasons to come to this movie is seeing the amazing performance that Josh gives.”

“Trap,” distributed in the Philippines by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery company, opens in cinemas July 31. #TrapMovie

TWISTERS: A Thrilling Reboot That Delivers on the Promise of the Original

 By Edgar Allan E. Yu

If you're a fan of the classic 1996 film Twister, then you're in for a treat with the new TWISTERS movie. This reboot manages to capture the essence of the original while delivering a fresh and exciting take on the storm-chasing adventure.

One of the standout aspects of TWISTERS is the impressive visual effects. The tornadoes are rendered with a level of realism that is both awe-inspiring and terrifying. The combination of cutting-edge CGI and practical effects creates a sense of immersion that will make you realize the power and dangers of these natural calamities. 

Daisy Edgar-Jones has that intelligent female vibe, while Glen Powell, with his mega-watt smile, exudes leading man aura. He's definitely on his way to superstardom. Their performances are both charming and convincing, making it easy for the audience to invest in their characters' journeys. It would have been nice to see a cameo of Helen Hunt, but I guess the filmmakers wanted their own standalone movie.

From the director of MINARI, Lee Isaac Chung, TWISTERS is a true summer blockbuster, delivering high-octane action, stunning visuals, and a believable story. Whether you're a fan of the original or a newcomer to the franchise, this film is sure to leave you thoroughly entertained and eager for more. 

THE GHOST WITH THE MOST IS BACK. WATCH THE NEW TRAILER FOR “BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE”, IN CINEMAS SEPTEMBER 4

 

Here to make all your nightmares come true. “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” – directed by Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Jenna Ortega and more – opens only in cinemas September 4. Watch the new trailer. 

YouTube: https://youtu.be/4kv5AC2po5A 

Check out the poster below: 

#Beetlejuice #Beetlejuice only in cinemas September 4

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” creeps into Philippine cinemas on September 4.

 

About “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”

Beetlejuice is back! After an unexpected family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia’s life is turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter, Astrid, 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.

Tim Burton, a genre unto himself, directs from a screenplay by Alfred Gough & Miles Millar (“Wednesday”), story by Gough & Millar and Seth Grahame-Smith (“The LEGO® Batman Movie”), based on characters created by Michael McDowell & Larry Wilson. The film’s producers are Marc Toberoff, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Tommy Harper and Burton, with Sara Desmond, Katterli Frauenfelder, Gough, Millar, Brad Pitt, Larry Wilson, Laurence Senelick, Pete Chiappetta, Andrew Lary, Anthony Tittanegro, Grahame-Smith and David Katzenberg executive producing.

The film stars Michael Keaton (“Batman,” “Birdman”), Winona Ryder (“Stranger Things,” “Little Women”), Catherine O’Hara (“Schitt’s Creek,” “Corpse Bride”), Justin Theroux (“Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi”, “The Leftovers”), Monica Bellucci (“Spectre”, “The Matrix” films), Arthur Conti (“House of the Dragon”), Jenna Ortega (“Wednesday”, “Scream VI”), and Willem Dafoe (“Poor Things”, “At Eternity’s Gate”).

In cinemas September 4, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” is distributed in the Philippines by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery company.

Join the conversation using #Beetlejuice #Beetlejuice

Photo & Video Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

COLLEEN HOOVER INVITES FILIPINO FANS TO WATCH “IT ENDS WITH US,” THE MOVIE ADAPTATION TO THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING NOVEL

 

#1 New York Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover is excited to share with her fans in the Philippines the big screen adaptation of her romance novel It Ends With Us. The film follows the journey of Lily Bloom (Blake Lively) as she chases her lifelong dream of opening her own business, while she wrestles with childhood trauma and a former flame, and a chance meeting with a charming neurosurgeon that sets off immediate sparks.

Watch Colleen Hoover’s shout out here: https://youtu.be/SOBDB5hR38s

Hoover’s It Ends With Us, published in 2016, but it experienced a surge in popularity as it became viral on TikTok from the BookTok community. The book sold over a million copies worldwide, and became the best-selling novel of 2023. “It Ends With Us,” has also been translated into over twenty languages. 

Describing the writing process for It Ends With Us, Hoover says that it is the hardest book she’s ever written, as it is based on the relationship between her mother and father. Critics have praised the novel for its handling of difficult topics such as domestic abuse, with The Slate writing, “‘It Ends with Us’ has probably left the most impact on me more than any other book I have read. Reading through this book was an emotional rollercoaster. There were times where I felt angry, sad, happy and giddy. Prior to reading it, I never considered how difficult it is to leave a domestic abuse relationship.”

Watch Lily Bloom’s story unfold on the big screen as It Ends With Us opens in Philippine cinemas on August 7. 

About It Ends with Us

IT ENDS WITH US, the first Colleen Hoover novel adapted for the big screen, tells the compelling story of Lily Bloom (Blake Lively), a woman who overcomes a traumatic childhood to embark on a new life in Boston and chase a lifelong dream of opening her own business. A chance meeting with charming neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid (Justin Baldoni) sparks an intense connection, but as the two fall deeply in love, Lily begins to see sides of Ryle that remind her of her parents’ relationship. When Lily’s first love, Atlas Corrigan (Brandon Sklenar), suddenly reenters her life, her relationship with Ryle is upended, and Lily realizes she must learn to rely on her own strength to make an impossible choice for her future.

Directed by Justin Baldoni and produced by Alex Saks, Jamey Heath, Blake Lively and Christy Hall. The film stars Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, Jenny Slate, Hasan Minhaj, Amy Morton and Brandon Sklenar, from a screenplay by Christy Hall, based on the book by Colleen Hoover.

In cinemas August 7, It Ends with Us is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #ItEndsWithUsMovie @columbiapicph

Photo & Video Credit: “Columbia Pictures” 

Danger Lurks Beneath: 5 Thrilling Flicks That Will Make You Think Twice Before Diving In

Face your fear of the deep blue sea with these thriller flicks on Lionsgate Play..

Does the thought of what lies beneath give you the heebie-jeebies? These horror-thriller flicks on Lionsgate Play will awaken your deep-seated primal fears of the ocean. Razor-sharp-toothed aquatic predators? Check. An endless ocean with no land in sight? Check. Guts, gore, and sheer terror of human vulnerability to nature’s wrath? Check! There’s nothing quite like man-versus-nature heart-pounding thrillers that pit man against the merciless sea to keep you on the edge of your seat, gasping for air. So buckle up for a wild ride as you press play on these films.

The Requin (2022)

What was supposed to be a romantic getaway in Vietnam turns deadly when a tropical storm sweeps Jaelyn (Alicia Silverstone) and Kyle’s (James Tupper) villa out to sea. But getting trapped on a makeshift raft with an injured husband is unfortunately not the end of Jaelyn’s worries: A school of hungry sharks is slowly closing in, waiting for the kill. With every passing moment, the stakes rise in Jaelyn’s desperate struggle to stay alive.

Jersey Shore Shark Attack (2012)

A Fourth of July weekend on the Jersey Shore descends into chaos when underwater drilling for a new park disturbs a horde of prehistoric sharks. What was meant to be a weekend for celebration turns into a bloodbath as the predators attack the crowded Miami Beach. A group of friends, reminiscent of the iconic MTV Jersey Shore cast, must band together to battle the swarm of deadly sharks and survive the carnage.

Open Water (2003)

Based on the harrowing true story of Tom and Eileen Lonergan, Open Water will make anyone think twice about booking those diving escapades. Daniel (Daniel Travis) and Susan (Blanchard Ryan) are finally embarking on their long-awaited scuba-diving vacation in the Caribbean. During an expedition, the couple accidentally gets left behind in shark-infested waters. Open Water captures the couple's desperate struggle for survival as hope dwindles with every passing minute.

Open Water 2: Adrift (2006)

In Open Water 2: Adrift, a fun weekend yacht trip for a group of friends quickly turns into a nightmare. After jumping into the water for a refreshing swim, the group realizes they’ve forgotten to lower the boat ladder, leaving them stranded in the open sea. As panic and desperation set in, the friends must confront their fears and fight for survival. While lacking in the visceral thrills of predator attacks, Adrift delivers a more profound terror: isolation and vulnerability of humans left to fend for themselves in an unforgiving ocean. 

Piranha 3D (2010)

Spring break turns bloody in Piranha 3D after a small earthquake in Arizona releases hundreds of prehistoric man-eating fish into Lake Victoria. As the ravenous piranhas go on a feeding frenzy, an unlikely group of strangers band together to find a way to stop them before everyone becomes fish food. Piranha 3D is a thrilling remake of the 1978 classic Piranha and cranks up the gore as the fourth movie in the Piranha film series.

Check out more heart-pounding thrillers on Lionsgate Play!

Samsung unfolds a new era at the Galaxy AI Festival

 

Headlining the night were EXO’s Xiumin, BINI, and Hori7on as they welcomed a new era of Galaxy AI with the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6 

MANILA, Philippines - Samsung recently unveiled a new era of creativity, connectivity, and self-expression across the Galaxy ecosystem at the Galaxy AI Festival at Bonifacio Global City, with immersive experience zones featuring the latest devices - the Galaxy Z Fold6 and the Galaxy Z Flip6 – and a night full of unforgettable performances from top artists. 

Eager to know what unfolded? Read on for all the details!

Exhilarating performances from exceptional artists of the new era

The Galaxy AI Festival took off with exciting performances from world class performers brought together by Samsung. Local artist Maki kicked off the night with hit song “Dilaw” followed by an electrifying performance by Nation’s Girl Group, BINI with a back-to-back play of their best hits and featuring the trendy summer hymn, “Pantropiko”. 

Then the vibe kept moving up with Juan Karlos and his playlist, which included hit song “Buwan,” while global P-pop group Hori7on took to the stage with their hits, “Lucky”, “Dash” and “Hit Me”. The amazing evening finished off with the much awaited Kpop idol, EXO member, singer, and actor, Xiumin, seized the stage, headlining the festival and took the audience’s breath away with performing fan favorites, “Serenity”, “Beyond”, “Brand New”, and more! 

#TeamGalaxy’s Janine Gutierrez also took the stage to share her love for the latest Galaxy devices and how Galaxy AI is helping her pursue her new passion. 

 

Experience a new frontier of Galaxy AI at the Galaxy Voyage Experience Space

During the festival, guests also entered a new era of productivity, creativity, creativity and self-expression using the latest Galaxy AI features at the Galaxy Voyage Experience Space set at the festival grounds, an immersive zone that allowed everyone to discover a new world of possibilities.

Productivity features were demonstrated to highlight how Galaxy AI can help you work more efficiently. Improved Circle To Search with Google can help with learning such as showing how to solve math problems - not only does it show you the answer, it also displays the solution to help you learn along the way. 

Transcript Assist uses AI technology to transcribe voice recordings into text with Galaxy AI, so you can also summarize and even translate voice recordings. A newly added Composer from Samsung Keyboard generates suggested text based on simple keywords for email and supported social media apps, even reflecting your tone by analyzing previous posts. 

Meanwhile, creativity and connectivity features were showcased to exemplify that there’s so much more to life - the all-new Sketch to image allows you to create more sophisticated art pieces by generating image options when you simply sketch or draw on the photos in Gallery or Note screen. The Dual Screen Mode Interpreter  is an improved version of the interpreter which allows you to translate conversations back-to-back, hands-free and more naturally. 

The Galaxy Z Flip6 also features FlexCam Auto Zoom - just set down the device anywhere and it can do the angling for you - along with interactive and ambient FlexCam Wallpapers to showcase your style. 

Samsung also continued to innovate on the design of both devices, which now have an ergonomic squared-off symmetrical straight edge design and a matte finish. It’s the slimmest and lightest Galaxy Z series ever, optimized for portability. Both Fold and Flip are also equipped with Armor Aluminum and Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2, new vapor chambers and a better hinge, making it the most durable Galaxy Z series yet. 

Galaxy AI expands across the ecosystem

With the power of Galaxy AI, the Galaxy Buds3 series brings a new communication experience. Turn on Interpreter in Listening mode on Galaxy Z Fold6 or Flip6 with Galaxy Buds3 series to hear translations directly through your Galaxy Buds. 

Sound can also be intelligently optimized as microphones in the Buds3 series analyze both internal and external sound in real time to enhance sound and Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) quality through Adaptive EQ and Adaptive Adaptive Noise Control. To deliver a premium audio experience, Galaxy Buds3 Pro is equipped with enhanced 2-way speakers with planar tweeter for sophisticated, precise high range sound production, and Dual Amplifiers for a crystal-clear sound experience on the go. 

Meanwhile, Galaxy AI is also expanding to the Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra to enhance digital health, delivering personalized insights and tailored health experiences that enable a more comprehensive understanding of yourself through a holistic approach to everyday wellness. Galaxy Watch7 maximizes everyday wellness with personalized workouts along with intelligent and preventative health monitoring capabilities. Galaxy Watch Ultra – the newest addition to the Galaxy Watch lineup – is Samsung’s most capable smartwatch yet, designed for next level achievements.

Experience Galaxy AI for yourself and the chance to avail exclusive deals for every pre-order of the newest Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6, Galaxy Z Flip6, Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch7 series, and Galaxy Buds3 series. Visit and experience Galaxy AI at the Galaxy Voyage Experience Space until August 10, 2024 at One Bonifacio Park.

Keep updated with the latest Samsung news by visiting the Samsung Philippines website and following Samsung on Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter).

Samsung’s Expanded Wearables Portfolio Unlocks Intelligent Health Experiences for All

 

Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra enable new, intelligent health experiences across the portfolio, making everyday wellness more meaningful

PARIS, France – July 10, 2024 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the new Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra, expanding the power of Galaxy AI to more people through wearables designed to provide end-to-end wellness experiences for everyone.   

These new additions to the wearables portfolio are central to Samsung’s vision for Galaxy AI to enhance digital health, delivering personalized insights and tailored health experiences that enable a more comprehensive understanding of yourself through a holistic approach to everyday wellness. Obtaining accurate, detailed, and advanced information on personal health is a key factor in this process, and Samsung’s accumulated sensor innovations on Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra are helping bring its vision to life. Galaxy Watch7 maximizes everyday wellness with personalized workouts along with intelligent and preventative health monitoring capabilities. Galaxy Watch Ultra – the newest addition to the Galaxy Watch lineup – is Samsung’s most capable smartwatch yet, designed for next level achievements.

“The latest additions to our wearables portfolio integrate Samsung’s most advanced technologies and innovations, enabling you to take control of your health and wellness with preventative healthcare solutions,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “The intelligence, guidance and insights that are offered with Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra will help users turn data into meaningful insights and create a whole new era of expanded intelligent health experiences.” 

Galaxy Watch7: Comprehensive Understanding Of Everyday Wellness

Galaxy Watch7 is designed to help you gain a holistic understanding of yourself. Galaxy Watch7 motivates you to create healthier days with more ways to support everyday wellness. You can accurately track over 100 workouts and build routines by combining various exercises with Workout Routine to achieve your goals. With Race, compare current and past performance in real-time to track progress and maintain motivation. Receive a complete body and fitness snapshot with Body Composition for a comprehensive understanding of your body. 

In addition to the new advanced AI algorithm for sleep analysis, Galaxy Watch7 offers the De Novo FDA-authorized Sleep Apnea feature, providing a simple, proactive tool to check potential signs of sleep apnea. Receive real-time readings and alerts for abnormally high or low heart rates with Heart Rate monitoring, and get a deeper understanding of your heart health with Electrocardiogram (ECG) and Blood Pressure (BP) monitoring. 

These advanced, in-depth monitoring and tailored insights are made possible thanks to Samsung’s most innovative hardware on Galaxy Watch7. An enhanced BioActive Sensor offers increased accuracy, empowering you to better understand yourself with comprehensive readings. For the first time, Galaxy Watch7 allows you to conveniently track advanced glycation end products (AGEs) right from your wrist with an AGEs Index. Strongly influenced by diet and lifestyle, AGEs reflect your overall biological aging process and provide an indication of metabolic health.  

Equipped with the most powerful chip in the Galaxy Watch line-up, and for the first time a 3nm Processor, Galaxy Watch7 delivers a more seamless wearable experience with three times faster CPU and 30% improved power efficiency of application processor. In addition, Galaxy Watch7 is the first Galaxy smartwatch to feature a Dual-frequency GPS system, which can more precisely track location even in dense urban environments, enabling you to conquer wherever you are.

Featuring Samsung’s iconic circle design, Galaxy Watch7 allows you to match your personal style with new watch bands, including a ripple shape design and colorful stitch details, along with a variety of watch faces. Galaxy Watch7 also brings more intuitive and seamless experiences between connected Galaxy devices. Answer messages effortlessly with intelligent Suggested replies, which suggests suitable responses by analyzing previous conversations through Galaxy AI. With Double Pinch Gestures, easily control a Galaxy Watch and connected Galaxy smartphone even when your hands are full, to make every day more convenient. 

Galaxy Watch7 will be available in two sizes, 40mm and 44mm. Galaxy Watch7 40mm is available in Green and Cream, while Galaxy Watch7 44mm is available in Green and Silver.

Galaxy Watch Ultra: Maximizing Passionate Performance 

Building on the foundation of Galaxy Watch7’s advanced health monitoring features and powerful hardware, Galaxy Watch Ultra - the newest and most powerful addition to the Galaxy Watch portfolio – further unlocks enhanced fitness experiences for next level achievements with ultimate intelligence and capabilities. Echoing Galaxy Watch’s circle design legacy, a new cushion design enhances protection and visual completeness, while a Dynamic Lug System for enhanced comfort empowers you to be the best version of yourself anywhere, anytime. 

Premium capabilities built for extreme durability enable you to push limits and go further with a Titanium Grade 4 frame and 10ATM water resistance. Additionally, Galaxy Watch Ultra operates at a wider range of altitudes, from 500 meters below sea level to 9,000 meters high for tracking advanced fitness experiences like swimming in the ocean to cycling in extreme environments.

Track multi-course workouts for a triathlon from swimming to cycling to running with new Multi-sports tile. Plus, new Functional Threshold Power (FTP) for cycling accurately measures maximum cycling power in just 4 minutes with AI-powered FTP metrics to unlock full potential based on indicators unique to you. Galaxy Watch Ultra also provides an advanced Personalized HR Zone, so you can workout at optimal intensity levels based on your physical capabilities. 

With a newly added Quick Button, you can instantly initiate and control workouts and map other functions to suit your needs. Plus, you can activate an Emergency Siren for safety. Post-workout, check stats at a glance with dedicated watch faces for Galaxy Watch Ultra which automatically switch to Night Mode for optimal readability in the dark. Additionally, with a peak brightness of 3,000 nits, Galaxy Watch Ultra also ensures readability even in bright sunlight. For peace of mind during longer adventures, Galaxy Watch Ultra has the longest battery life within the Galaxy Watch line-up, offering up to 100 hours in Power Saving and 48 hours in Exercise Power Saving. 

Galaxy Watch Ultra will be available in a 47mm size in Titanium Gray, Titanium White and Titanium Silver. 

Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra are the first Android smartwatches powered by Wear OS 5, the most powerful release from Wear OS yet. Offering advanced performance and power efficiency, Wear OS 5 ensures you can enjoy more seamless and smooth interactions and use your Galaxy Watch for longer. In addition, you can maximize your wearable experience with access to a variety of popular apps right from your wrist, including Galaxy services, Google apps and fan-favorite third-party apps.

 

As always, the power of Samsung’s connected Galaxy ecosystem brings even greater benefits to unlock even more potential. You can receive a more seamless and accurate health analysis from a wider range of data by wearing Galaxy Watch, improving precision and accuracy day through night, especially for sleep. 

Availability 

Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra will be available for pre-order in select markets starting July 10, with general availability starting July 31.