HOPE and SM Supermalls make every movie ticket count with HOPE in a Movie

 Press Release 

It's Lights. Camera. Action! for SM x HOPE classrooms. In photo are (from left) Steven Tan, President of SM Supermalls and Nanette Medved-Po, Founder of HOPE

HOPE, the Philippines’ first certified B Corp and a leading impact organization, has partnered with SM Supermalls, the country’s leading mall operator, to launch HOPE in a Movie, an initiative that transforms moviegoing into meaningful support for public education.

For every movie ticket sold at SM Cinema branches, PHP5 will be invested in building public school classrooms through HOPE. The initiative is part of SM Supermalls’ commitment to help build at least 10 classrooms under the Generation HOPE campaign, launched to scale HOPE’s impact through purpose-driven collaborations.

HOPE Founder Nanette Medved-Po shared her enthusiasm for the collaboration, “I would like to thank SM Supermalls for their support. They have shown an amazing commitment to education and to this mission. We invite everyone to enjoy every film at SM, because every time you buy a movie ticket at SM Cinema, you help educate a child.” 

Moviegoers, HOPE and SM Supermalls executives, together with HOPE Founder Nanette Medved-Po and SM Supermalls President Steven Tan, excitedly launch HOPE in a Movie

HOPE in a Movie was officially launched at SM Mall of Asia’s ScreenX, the first 270-degree panoramic cinema in the Philippines, highlighting how innovation and entertainment can come together in the service of nation-building.

Just in time for the upcoming Metro Manila Film Festival, HOPE in a Movie gives families, friends, and movie lovers another reason to head to the cinemas.

Steven Tan, President of SM Supermalls, emphasized the significance of the initiative, “This is where entertainment meets purpose. Every ticket purchased at SM Cinema becomes more than just a movie, it becomes an opportunity to give back. HOPE in a Movie offers a simple yet meaningful way for families, friends, and moviegoers to help build classrooms, one ticket at a time.”

Through HOPE in a Movie, HOPE and SM Supermalls invite the public to be part of a shared mission: transforming moviegoing into lasting impact and helping ensure better learning environments for Filipino students across the country.

Book your tickets now at SM Cinema branches nationwide, via the SM Cinema app, or at https://www.smcinema.com/ 

For more information about Generation HOPE, please visit https://www.generationhope.ph/ or follow HOPE on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/generationhope.ph or @generationhope.ph on Instagram for more updates. 

Comedy superstars Paul Rudd and Jack Black are let loose deep in the Amazon jungle in “Anaconda”

 

In PH cinemas Jan 8

One of the core components for co-writer Kevin Etten and co-writer-director Tom Gornician in making the comedy adventure Anaconda is getting actors who can face a truly terrifying situation while still keeping things fun. “Tom and I have done this kind of ‘comedy under duress’ before, in which we take people who are wildly unequipped to handle the situations in which they land. We throw the craziest obstacles at them, and let them be idiots, while letting them play the real fear of the situation. We wanted to stay as far away as we could from winking at the danger and not feeling the stakes, and to feel as real as possible,” Etten explains.

They felt that they truly hit the jackpot with Jack Black and Paul Rudd, with Thandiwe Newton, Steve Zahn, Daniela Melchior and Selton Mello to support them. “Jack, Paul, Thandiwe, Steve, Selton, and Daniela all have such great comedic instincts,” Etten continues. “They always played it real but knew how to tweak that just a little bit to get a big laugh.”

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/SvfxOesLpf4 

In Anaconda, two best friends, Doug (Jack Black) and Griff “Paul Rudd” throw caution to the wind and venture deep into the Amazon to fulfill their childhood dream: shooting a remake of their favorite film Anaconda. An actual giant anaconda soon makes an appearance, turning their already chaotic movie set into a deadly situation. 

Gornician and Etten’s previous work, the critically acclaimed action comedy The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent was one of the main draws for Paul Rudd to collaborate with them. “When it was released, I watched that film four times – I was obsessed with it,” he remembers. “It was clever, funny, and unique. Similarly, this Anaconda is layered with laughs, action, and surprises.” 

Gornician, in turn, praises Rudd and Black as the perfect duo at the center stage of Anaconda. “Jack and Paul are incredible performers. We wanted to make Jack the straight man and Paul the comedy character, which is a reversal of their regular casting, to see if we could bring something fresh to the table. Jack as the emotional center; Paul as the wildcard. Those two can find the funny in any situation. Made my job much easier.”

Rudd loves the balance of danger and comedy in Anaconda, the two often playing off each other, resulting in hilarious situations. “It's a tricky thing to balance,” says Rudd, “and Tom always made it very real, except for key moments. It was wonderful for us as actors to feel taken care of in that way. Tom has such clarity of what he's going for.”

Black agrees, happy to be a part of a movie with such a unique premise. “It’s not just a comedy. It's an action comedy. There's a giant snake. The danger is real, and we played that for real. It's funny, it’s exciting. I love making movies and I love stories about people making movies. I think there’s a big audience for this kind of storytelling.”

At the end of it all Gornician only has one goal in making Anaconda, and it's to bring laughter and fun to the audience. “My sincere hope is that audiences have fun. It’s a strange time in the world right now, and this film for me is an escape to another place with characters I hope you’ll love. It’s a big-hearted joyride through the jungle that will thrill you and make you laugh in equal parts,” he says.

You’re in for one wild ride as Anaconda makes its way to Philippine theaters on January 8. Anaconda is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #AnacondaMovie @columbiapicph 

JANUARY 2026

 

Happy New Year! 🥳Don’t miss these titles, opening in cinemas in January 2026! 

#AnacondaMovie

Photo credit: Columbia Pictures

January 8 - Anaconda (Columbia Pictures)

Cast: Jack Black, Paul Rudd, Steve Zahn, Thandiwe Newton

Directed by: Tom Gormican

Trailer: https://youtu.be/SvfxOesLpf4?si=Hjx1J1zG0s5IZIIc

Official synopsis: 

Doug (Jack Black) and Griff (Paul Rudd) have been best friends since they were kids, and have always dreamed of remaking their all-time favorite movie: the cinematic “classic” “Anaconda.” When a midlife crisis pushes them to finally go for it, they head deep into the Amazon to start filming. But things get real when an actual giant anaconda appears, turning their comically chaotic movie set into a deadly situation. The movie they’re dying to make? It might just get them killed.

January 8 - SOULM8TE (Universal Pictures)

Cast: Lily Sullivan, David Rysdahl, Claudia Doumit

Directed by: Kate Dolan

Synopsis: 

To help deal with the recent loss of his wife, a widower gets himself an artificially intelligent android. As he tries to make his lovebot more sentient by resembling humans more, he unintentionally creates a deadly soulmate.  

#28YearsLater: The Bone Temple

Photo credit: Columbia Pictures

January 14 - 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (Columbia Pictures)

Cast: Ralph Fiennes, Jack O’Connell, Alfie Williams, Erin Kellyman, and Chi Lewis-Parry

Directed by: Nia DaCosta

Trailer: https://youtu.be/1l4Xf7Bw764?si=dXGJe2VRramfKfvZ 

Official synopsis: 

Expanding upon the world created by Danny Boyle and Alex Garland in “28 Years Later” – but turning that world on its head – Nia DaCosta directs “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple.” In a continuation of the epic story, Dr. Kelson (Ralph Fiennes) finds himself in a shocking new relationship – with consequences that could change the world as they know it – and Spike’s (Alfie Williams) encounter with Jimmy Crystal (Jack O’Connell) becomes a nightmare he can’t escape. In the world of The Bone Temple, the infected are no longer the greatest threat to survival – the inhumanity of the survivors can be stranger and more terrifying. 

Photo credit: Universal Pictures

January 14 - The History of Sound (Universal Pictures, Ayala Malls Cinemas Exclusive)

Cast: Paul Mescal, Josh O’Connor

Directed by: Oliver Hermanus

Trailer: https://youtu.be/E2PSkw8BI7k?si=LzA360eO--Re1qXQ 

Official synopsis: 

In 1917, Lionel (Paul Mescal) – a young, talented music student – meets David (Josh O'Connor) at the Boston Conservatory, where they bond over a deep love of folk music. Years later, Lionel receives a letter from David, leading to an impromptu journey through the backwoods of Maine to collect traditional songs. This unexpected reunion, ensuing love affair, and the music they collect and preserve, will shape the course of Lionel’s life far beyond his own awareness. 

#SpongeBobMovie: Search for SquarePants

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures

January 14 - The Spongebob Movie: Search for SquarePants (Paramount Pictures)

Cast: Tom Kenny, Clancy Brown, Rodger Bumpass, Bill Fagerbakke, Isis “Ice Spice” Gaston, with Regina Hall and Mark Hamill

Directed by: Derek Drymon

Trailer: https://youtu.be/wS3mgDtELaU?feature=shared

Official synopsis: 

SpongeBob and his Bikini Bottom friends set sail in their biggest, all-new, can’t miss cinematic event ever… The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants. Desperate to be a big guy, SpongeBob sets out to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs by following The Flying Dutchman – a mysterious swashbuckling ghost pirate – on a seafaring comedy-adventure that takes him to the deepest depths of the deep sea, where no Sponge has gone before. 

#PrimateMovie

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures

January 21 - Primate (Paramount Pictures)

Cast: Johnny Sequoyah, Jessica Alexander, and Troy Kotsur

Directed by: Johannes Roberts

Trailer: https://youtu.be/Toiqr_T1y3w?si=sM9at-M4aYq8IjOo

Official synopsis: 

In PRIMATE, a group of friends’ tropical vacation turns into a terrifying, primal tale of horror and survival.

Photo and synopsis credit: Encore Films Singapore

January 21 - The Legend of Hei 2 (Encore Films)

Cast: Xin Shan, Wang Zhen, Xinghai Hao

Directed by: MTJJ (Ping Zhang)

Trailer: https://youtu.be/xsW3MzvtfT8?si=M-l4UtLNYDxGjfPG

Official synopsis: 

The highly anticipated sequel to The Legend of Hei, based on the popular animated series The Legend of Luo Xiaohei. Xiaohei had lived a peaceful life with Master Wuxian in a village and had gradually adapted to life in the human world. Two years later, the Spirit Hall was suddenly attacked and Wuxian and Xiaohei received a request to go to the guild hall. Can Xiaohei overcome this sudden trial? In the face of unexpected enemies, what choice will Xiaohei make… 

#MercyMovie

Photo credit: Columbia Pictures

January 28 - Mercy (Columbia Pictures)

Cast: Chris Pratt, Rebecca Ferguson

Directed by: Timur Bekmambetov

Trailer: https://youtu.be/TSCQGx4IF5w?si=O-vbuqkzpRNJ9-CZ

Official synopsis: 

In the near future, a detective (Chris Pratt) stands on trial accused of murdering his wife. He has 90 minutes to prove his innocence to the advanced A.I. Judge (Rebecca Ferguson) he once championed, before it determines his fate.

*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice.* 

Why You Should Be Excited, Not Worried, in Your 30s

 

Getting in your 30s is often seen as the age when things start to slow down, when fun and spontaneity fade, and routine takes over. But what if it’s actually the start of something more exciting?

Your 30s bring a unique mix of freedom, adventure, and vitality. It’s a decade where you can do more with the right mindset and proper nourishment from healthy food and drink like Birch Tree Adult Boost, which helps you stay strong, sharp, and full of life. Birch Tree Adult Boost shares some of the reasons to be excited about your 30s and how you can make the most of them.

Opportunities to explore the world with strength and energy

Birch Tree Adult Boost brand ambassador Bea Alonzo embraces new adventures with strength and energy.

You’ve learned from your 20s and built the confidence to try new things. Whether it’s traveling, pursuing passions, or meeting new people, your 30s are your chance to live fully, and it’s easier when your body feels its best. Birch Tree Adult Boost, with its Vitamin C, Vitamin D, B-vitamins, Iron, and Zinc, supports the adult body to become strong enough to travel the world in their 30s. According to research released by the Philippine Social Science Journal, Filipino millennials show that they tend to travel more often and actively seek new experiences, reflecting a strong desire for exploration and personal growth.  

Opportunities to build deeper, healthier relationships

You’ve realized that connection matters more than convenience. Investing in meaningful relationships means showing up as your best self, energized, balanced, and emotionally grounded. A study published in the Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal on the values of Filipino millennials, shows that while they still value fun and social interaction, they’re now placing greater importance on relationships rooted in authenticity and emotional depth.

Opportunities to give back to others

Your 30s often bring a deeper sense of purpose. Many find fulfillment in volunteering or supporting their communities, all of which require the energy and clarity that come from good health. From the same study in the Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal, Filipino millennials reveal that caring for others and contributing to the community rank among their most important values. 

Opportunities to put yourself first

Bea prioritizes self-care and stays strong for what matters most. 

You’ve learned that self-care isn’t selfish; it’s essential. From sleeping well to eating right, you make intentional choices for your body and mind. With the right nutrition and habits, you can sustain your vitality for everything and everyone you love. Birch Tree Adult Boost, which contains support nutrients like Vitamin C and Iron, helps increase energy and immunity to ensure your body is strengthened for the long run. A recent study on Filipino millennials by Inquiro shows that many of them are now prioritizing wellness and self-care, proving that putting yourself first means staying strong enough to live and give your best. 

Experts agree that your 30s are a critical window for laying the foundation of long-term wellness. According to Carmina D. Olivenza, MRDM, RND, this decade marks the early onset of measurable shifts in metabolism, immunity, and cognitive load. “This is the stage when wellness must become proactive rather than reactive,” explains Olivenza. 

“Current Philippine nutrition studies consistently show that many adults are not meeting recommended intakes for Vitamins C and D, Iron, and key B-vitamins – nutrients that directly support immune defense and energy metabolism. We also see the importance of nutrients like Zinc and B vitamins in sustaining cognitive performance, which becomes essential as daily demands increase in your 30s.” Olivenza emphasizes that protecting your health during this life stage starts with addressing these gaps consistently. “Ensuring adequate intake of these nutrients every day helps maintain strong immunity, steady energy, and sharp mental focus – all of which are vital for thriving in your 30s,” she adds. 

To support this, fortified milk drinks like Birch Tree Adult Boost, formulated with Vitamin C, Vitamin D, essential B-vitamins, Iron, and Zinc, provide a convenient and reliable way to meet daily nutritional needs and stay at your best.

Bea Alonzo thrives in her 30s with strength and confidence, fueled by Birch Tree Adult Boost

Your 30s aren’t a countdown or a scary moment in time. They’re a decade to live for yourself, full of confidence and vitality. For Birch Tree Adult Boost Ambassador Bea Alonzo, award-winning actress and wellness advocate, being in her 30s is a time for balance and becoming. “You’re wiser, stronger, and more confident in your own skin. I started to really focus on what truly makes me happy: my health, my growth, and the people I love. It’s liberating to realize that age doesn’t define you; how you take care of yourself does,” she shares. 

With small, consistent habits like staying active, eating well, and nourishing your body with Birch Tree Adult Boost, you can live life with vitality and balance. Turning in your 30s isn’t the end of something, it’s the beginning of everything.

For more information, visit https://www.birchtree.com.ph/ or follow Birch Tree on Facebook at facebook.com/BirchTreeAdultBoost and on Instagram @birchtreeadultboost for more updates.

 

The stars of “STREET FIGHTER” surprise the audience at the Game Awards to debut the FIRST SNEAK PEEK at the upcoming feature film including a first look at each of the 17 ICONIC CHARACTERS

 

“Street Fighter” opens only in cinemas 2026

  

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures / Picture Group

Push start.  

The first sneak peek at the new Street Fighter movie is now available! At the Game Awards in Los Angeles on December 11, the cast of Street Fighter debuted a teaser video – plus first look photos of each of the 17 beloved characters from the franchise. 

In attendance were the film’s stars: Noah Centineo (Ken), Andrew Koji (Ryu), Callina Liang (Chun-Li), Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoai (Akuma), David Dastmalchian (M. Bison), Cody Rhodes (Guile), Andrew Schulz (Dan), Vidyut Jammwal (Dhalsim), Orville Peck (Vega), Olivier Richters (Zangief), Rayna Vallandingham (Juli), Mel Jarson (Cammy), Jason Momoa (Blanka/Producer)

Street Fighter hits cinemas everywhere 2026. 

 

Watch the sneak peek: 

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TikTok: https://shorturl.at/7ugnu 

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Check out the 

character posters! 

 

 

SYNOPSIS 

Set in 1993, estranged Street Fighters Ryu (Andrew Koji) and Ken Masters (Noah Centineo) are

thrown back into combat when the mysterious Chun-Li (Callina Liang) recruits them for the next

World Warrior Tournament: a brutal clash of fists, fate, and fury. But behind this battle royale lies a deadly conspiracy that forces them to face off against each other and the demons of their past. And if they don’t, it’s GAME OVER!

 

Helmed by director Kitao Sakurai, Street Fighter is set to bring the battle from the arcade to the big screen with Hadoukens, roundhouses, and all your favorite characters

Paramount Pictures and Legendary Pictures Present

A Legendary Pictures Production

In Association with Capcom

STREET FIGHTER

Based on the CAPCOM Video Game

EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY

JJ Hook, Jay Ashenfelter, Kenzo Tsujimoto, Haruhiro Tsujimoto

 

PRODUCED BY

Mary Parent, Cale Boyter, Jason Momoa, Takayuki Nakayama, Stefan Makhoul

DIRECTED BY

Kitao Sakurai 

 

STARRING

 Noah Centineo as “Ken Masters”  

Andrew Koji as “Ryu”  

Callina Liang as “Chun-Li”  

Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoai as “Akuma”  

David Dastmalchian as “M. Bison”  

Cody Rhodes as “Guile”  

Andrew Schulz as “Dan Hibiki”  

Vidyut Jammwal as “Dhalsim”   

Eric André as “Don Sauvage”  

With Curtis ‘50 Cent’ Jackson as “Balrog”  

And Jason Momoa as “Blanka”

ALSO STARRING   

Orville Peck as “Vega”  

Olivier Richters as “Zangief”  

Hirooki Goto as “E. Honda”  

Rayna Vallandingham as “Juli” 

Alexander Volkanovski as “Joe”  

Kyle Mooney as “Marvin”  

Mel Jarnson as “Cammy”

#StreetFighterMovie

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Photo and Video Credit: “Paramount Pictures” 

Teaser trailer for “Supergirl,” starring Milly Alcock, available now! “Supergirl” lands in Philippine cinemas June 24

 

Photo credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

Look Out. “Supergirl,” directed by Craig Gillespie (“Cruella,” “I, Tonya”) and starring Milly Alcock (“House of the Dragon”), lands in cinemas June 24, 2026. Produced by DC Studios’ James Gunn and Peter Safran, the film also stars Matthias Schoenaerts, David Krumholtz and Jason Momoa. 

Watch the official teaser trailer: https://youtu.be/uyTcT76EHzA 

#Supergirl

Photo credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

Official synopsis: 

When an unexpected and ruthless adversary strikes too close to home, Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl (Milly Alcock), reluctantly joins forces with an unlikely companion on an epic, interstellar journey of vengeance and justice.

About “Supergirl”

“Supergirl,” DC Studios’ newest feature film to hit the big screen, will be in theaters worldwide this summer from Warner Bros. Pictures, starring Milly Alcock in the dual role of Supergirl/Kara Zor-El. Craig Gillespie directs the film from a screenplay by Ana Nogueira.

Alcock stars alongside Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, and Jason Momoa. DC Studios heads Peter Safran and James Gunn are producing the film, which is based on characters from DC, Supergirl based on characters created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster.

The film is executive produced by Nigel Gostelow, Chantal Nong Vo and Lars P. Winther. Behind the camera, Gillespie is joined by director of photography Rob Hardy, production designer Neil Lamont, editor Tatiana S. Riegel, costume designer Anna B. Sheppard, Visual Effects Supervisor Geoffrey Baumann, and composer Ramin Djawadi.

DC Studios Presents a Troll Court Entertainment Production, The Safran Company Production, A Film by Craig Gillespie, “Supergirl,” which will be in theaters and IMAX® across North America on June 26, 2026, and internationally beginning 24 June 2026, distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. 

A 90s cult classic is turned on its head as Jack Black and Paul Rudd join forces in comedy adventure “Anaconda” In PH cinemas Jan 8

Best friends forever, or until one of them gets eaten. Get ready for a hilariously good time in Anaconda, a comedy adventure starring genre superstars Jack Black and Paul Rudd. Anaconda is directed by Tom Gornican, and also stars Steve Zahn, Thandiwe Newton, Daniela Melchior and Selton Mello.

Childhood best friends Doug (Jack Black) and Griff (Paul Rudd) are going through a shared midlife crisis, pushing them into fulfilling a lifelong dream: shooting a remake of their all time favorite film: Anaconda. Heading deep into the Amazon, all bets are off once an actual giant anaconda appears, and comedy ensues as they try to escape a deadly situation.

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/SvfxOesLpf4 

Anaconda is the first team-up between comedy legends Paul Rudd and Jack Black, and for co-writer and director Tom Gornican, the collaboration was a long time coming. “Jack and Paul are incredible performers. We wanted to make Jack the straight man and Paul the comedy character, which is a reversal of their regular casting, to see if we could bring something fresh to the table. Jack as the emotional center; Paul as the wildcard. Those two can find the funny in any situation. Made my job much easier.” 

Jack Black’s excitement about the film was palpable as soon as he read the script. ““The script for Anaconda was funny and crazy, and I was excited to work with Tom Gormican and his brain, because The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent was one of my favorite films. And … Paul Rudd was attached! I was like, ‘I want to party with these dudes!’ This was a deck full of aces.”

While Anaconda shares its name with the original film, it’s a completely different take on the film with no knowledge of the 1997 movie required. Gormican wanted to evolve handling an established IP and make it original. We thought it would be a fun and novel way to attack IP-driven films, by making a movie about a group of friends trying to make a low budget, IP-driven film,” Gormican says. “Anaconda became a great vehicle to put the characters’ lives in danger, while they put their dream of making a movie into motion. And we were fans of the fun insanity of the original film.”

Producer Brad Fuller is all in on Anaconda, which is his first comedy after producing hit horror films such as the A Quiet Place film series. He recalls Gormican and co-writer Kevin Etten pitching the film to him, and they “had a tone that no one else had come close to pitching. They had evolved Anaconda into a comedy. Tom and Kevin were not remaking a title; they were taking a title and turning it into something different and unexpected from the original.”

You’ll be laughing ‘til you’re hissing as Anaconda makes its way to Philippine theaters on January 8. Anaconda is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #AnacondaMovie @columbiapicph 

Trailer for “Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D),” directed by James Cameron and Eilish, available now!

 

Experience the concert film only in cinemas MARCH 20 

Trailer thumbnail courtesy of Paramount Pictures

She changed music. He changed movies. Together they’ll reinvent the concert experience now in 3D. Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D), directed by Academy Award winner James Cameron together with Eilish, herself an Academy Award winner and also a Grammy winner, opens only in cinemas on March 20, 2026. 

Watch the newly released trailer: https://youtu.be/z37mt_tjZqM  

Official synopsis: 

Captured during her sold-out world tour, BILLIE EILISH - HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR (LIVE IN 3D) brings an innovative new concert experience to the big screen from one of the most celebrated and successful artists of her generation. Presented in immersive 3D, the film is directed by Academy Award® winners James Cameron and Billie Eilish, in-theatres March 20, 2026.

About Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D):

Paramount Pictures Presents

A Lightstorm Earth / Darkroom Records / Interscope Films Production 

BILLIE EILISH HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR (LIVE IN 3D)

 

Directed by:

James Cameron and Billie Eilish

 

Cast:

Billie Eilish

 

#HITMEHARDANDSOFTMovie

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Photo and Video Credit: “Paramount Pictures”

Chris Pratt races to prove his innocence to an A.I. judge in the new trailer for “Mercy”

 

Coming in PH cinemas on Jan 28

A detective is on a ninety minute timer to prove his innocence or face the death penalty in sci-fi thriller Mercy. Starring Chris Pratt as disgraced detective on trial for the murder of his wife, and Rebecca Ferguson as the A.I. judge Mercy. The film is directed and produced by Timur Bekmambetov, who popularized screenlife films with his work on Unfriended (2015) and Searching (2018).

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/TSCQGx4IF5w

Check out the new poster:

Find out if justice prevails as Mercy is coming to Philippine theaters on January 28, 2026, including IMAX and 3D. Mercy is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #MercyMovie @columbiapicph  

Aseana City Lights Up the Holidays with a Giant Christmas Tree in Parqal

 PRESS RELEASE 

The 35-foot Christmas tree lights up the Parqal, marking the start of Aseana City’s magical holiday season.

Parañaque City, Philippines - You know that it’s already the season of Christmas when the streets are all gleaming with colorful lights, kids are caroling with Christmas songs we all know from the heart. But the heartwarming part of it all is when we see a giant Christmas tree, shining with lots of hanging displays on its branches. Aseana City brings this festive and nostalgic feeling to Parqal as they light up their giant Christmas tree as a mark of the start of holiday festivities in Parqal, transforming Aseana City into a hub of seasonal magic and community spirit.

Present at the Christmas Tree lighting was Dr. Sylvia C. Wenceslao, Chairwoman of D.M. Wenceslao Group; Mr. Edwin C. Wenceslao, Director and Vice President of Treasury; and Mr. Paolo C. Wenceslao, Director and Chief Operating Officer, D.M. Wenceslao Group; as well as Hon. Edwin L. Olivarez, Mayor of Parañaque City; Hon. Benjo Bernabe, Vice Mayor; and Hon. Eric Olivarez, Congressman. Their presence highlighted the event’s importance as both a celebration of the season and a testament to the growing community of Aseana City, which continues to build in the future. 

“As we gather tonight, I can’t help but reflect on what this event truly represents. Apart from celebrating the festive season, this is also an excellent opportunity to appreciate the year that has passed and acknowledge the people who made it more meaningful,” said DMWAI Director, Mr. Edwin C. Wenceslao.

Members of the Barasoain Camerata PH Chorale serenaded the guests at Parqal’s Christmas Tree Lighting.

Guests were treated to a musical experience, serenaded by the talented choir of Nord Anglia International School and the Barasoain Camerata PH Chorale, whose performance filled Parqal with the warmth of Christmas. Adding to the festive cheer, Santa Claus himself made a special appearance, delighting the guests, both young and young-at-heart, before the much-awaited lighting of the grand Christmas tree.

“As we light the tree tonight, may it remind us that Christmas is not only about the lights that shine around us, but also about the light we bring to one another. May the glow of this tree symbolize the strength of our connection and the bright future that we will build together at Parqal and Aseana City,” said Mr. Edwin Wenceslao. 

As Christmas draws closer, Aseana City promises even more opportunities for residents and visitors to experience the magic of the season— creating lasting memories while strengthening the community spirit that defines the real Christmas in the Philippines.

Guests can look forward to a lineup of festive activities, including the Santa Meet & Greet on December 6, 7, and 14; the Polar Express on December 7, 14, 20, 21, and 27; the Holiday Feast by December 13; Christmas Caroling on December 20; and Letters to Santa on December 21. Simbang Gabi Masses will be held at the St. John Paul II Chapel from December 15 to 23, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, followed by the Christmas Eve Mass at 8:00 PM and the Christmas Day Mass at 10:00 AM. 

🐾 Feel every chase. Hear every roar 🦊✨ Ayala Malls Cinemas invites families on a wild adventure with “ZOOTOPIA 2”, now showing in Ayala Malls Cinemas, including on 4DX and A-Giant!

Photo credit: Ayala Malls Cinemas

Ayala Malls Cinemas invites kids and kids-at-heart to bond over movies with “Zootopia 2” – the much-awaited sequel to the beloved 2016 hit animated movie “Zootopia.” Experience the latest adventure of new police partners rabbit Judy Hopps (Ginnifer Goodwin) and fox Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) in Ayala Malls Cinemas – a great place to have fun and unforgettable family bonding moments. “Zootopia 2” is available in all Ayala Malls Cinemas nationwide, including on A-Giant and 4DX – where every twist, turn, and tail-flick jumps right off the screen!

Critics and audiences have welcomed back “Zootopia” with wide open arms. Like its predecessor, “Zootopia 2” has an exceptionally good Rotten Tomatoes score from critics at 92%. Ratings from audiences are also stellar with 96% on Rotten Tomatoes, and A on Cinemascore. 

“Zootopia 2” finds new partner detectives Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde on the twisting trail of a mysterious reptile who arrives in Zootopia and turns the animal metropolis upside down. To crack the case, Judy and Nick must go undercover to unexpected new parts of town, where their growing partnership is tested like never before. Where best to experience Judy and Nick’s new twisty-turny adventure than on 4DX? 4DX in the Philippines is exclusively available in the following Ayala Malls Cinemas – Bonifacio High Street (BHS) cinemas in BGC, Taguig, and U.P. Town Center (UPTC) in Diliman, Quezon City.

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/_hGl7s6mlOc?si=Tofize0xmrNnnA0P  

Ayala Malls Cinemas has an additional treat for families and friends watching “Zootopia 2” together. Patrons who buy four 4DX movie tickets in BHS get four free tubs of popcorn, and those who book four 4DX tickets in UPTC get four free hotdog sandwiches. And both sets come in limited edition “Zootopia”-themed food trays! 🐾🦊✨

Another optimal way to experience “Zootopia 2” is by watching the film on the A-Giant movie screen, a screen that is four times bigger than the standard movie screen for a more immersive experience. A-Giant is exclusively available at Ayala Malls Cinemas, specifically in TriNoma, Vertis North and Manila Bay. Like other Ayala Malls Cinemas, A-Giant features plush seating with generous legroom, cutting-edge laser projections for sharper images, and top-notch Dolby Sound and Dolby Atmos technologies to enhance audio depth.

Dive back into the animal kingdom like never before and catch “Zootopia 2,” now showing in Ayala Malls Cinemas. Book your tickets now by visiting www.sureseats.com or any of the participating cinemas. Visit the Ayala Malls Cinemas FB and IG pages for updates!