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Many exhibitions are good, some are great and a very few are tantamount to works of art in their own right — for their... Posted by House OfToni on  Sunday, November 29, 2015

In line with Sir Ramon Orlina's 40th year as an artist, an exhibition of recent optical glass pieces shall be held at the Reflections Gallery of Museo Orlina, Tagaytay from November 30, 2015 until January 16, 2016. Last November 28, 2015, the press was given the privilege to have an exclusive afternoon with the artist himself and her beautiful wife, Lay Ann. Sir Ramon Orlina is certainly someone to be admired. With his background as an architect, he was able to leverage his knowledge and experience in his profession to learn and create the art of glass sculpturing and fully become an artist. It would take great lengths to copy his flawless art as it was Sir Ramon, himself, who developed the process of creating his pieces. Even early in his career, he was already recognized internationally. Breaking the usual artist's mold, Sir Ramon is someone who is very approachable and willing to share not just his art but also his experiences. Over lunch, he shared t...

Television’s “True Blood” star Ryan Kwanten stars in his latest action movie “Blunt Force Trauma” with Freida Pinto and the iconic Mickey Rourke in a story following John ( Kwanten ), an underground gunslinger looking for his ultimate duel with legendary Zorringer ( Rourke ) along with Colt (Pinto) who is seeking revenge for the death of her brother. Directed by Ken Sanzel , also a known scriptwriter for his work in the action-packed “The Replacement Killers starring Chow Yun Fat, “Blunt Force Trauma” brings the characte rs underground in a deadly game of gunfight where the participants are continuously shot wearing bulletproof vests and that the only one and last one standing is declared winner. From his recent interviews about “Blunt Force Trauma,” Kwanten further explains the nature of the film. “ For me, it’s a modern day representation of one those existentialist road trip movies and it was such a nice departure to play a very iconic 70s style man. It really appeal...

One of the most successful family movie franchise, “Alvin and the Chipmunks” presents a new road to chip in the latest kiddie and family adventure movie “Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip” bringing in a mix of the new and classic Chipmunks’ mischievous humor and heartwarming moments that fans adore about the franchise. In the latest movie, “Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip, ” Dave’s (Jason Lee) career as a musical artist manager has taken off, thanks to the Chipmunks. He also has an exciting new client – a rising young pop star, named Ashley, played by actress/singer/author/model Bella Thorne (“My Own Worst Enemy,” “Shake It Up”). Despite her popularity, Ashley has remained “sweet and down to earth,” says Thorne. For example, she notes, “When we meet Ashley, she’s being stormed by paparazzi, but she makes sure that the ‘ Munks aren’t trampled.” Ashley also provides emotional and musical support to the ‘ Munks when they reunite with Dave in Florida. W...

When Sky throws a party, you get your stomach full and your spirits high with overflowing fun plus wonderful company! I arrived at Tipple & Slaw not knowing what to expect. One surprise led to another. Check my photos and videos to give you a glimpse of Mad Rush! [ View the story "Mad Rush" on Storify ]

SKY subscribers can now easily enjoy the best of local and foreign movies and TV series with “SKY on Demand’s” biggest lineup of live TV channels and on demand TV shows, as well as a wide selection of local and Hollywood blockbuster movies anytime, anywhere on any screen. “SKY On Demand” is a multiscreen online video service launched by SKY Cable Corporation earlier this yearin time for its 25th anniversary, that allows SKY subscribers to stream cable TV shows and movies on their TVs, computers, smartphones, and tablets on their own time. Its roster of live TV channels is perfect for the entire family as it includes ABS-CBN HD, AXN, Asian Food Channel, Basketball TV, Disney Channel, History, Nickelodeon, Sony, HGTV, Warner TV and RTL-CBS Entertainment, among others. Catching up with favorite TV series is also made easier for SKY subscribers as “SKY On Demand” offers the most recent episodes of worldwide hit cable shows including “How To Get Away With Murder,” “X Factor UK,” “Bla...

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Ewan ko ba pero kamakailan ang dalas kung bigyan ng mga sariling buhay ang mga bagay sa paligid. Gaya ng Mga Puso Na May Sariling Tibok. Sa ngayon, medyas muna. Kasi naman ang The Soshal Network, naghanap ng hiwaga ng medyas dito: http://www.thesoshalnetwork.com/2015/11/24/ang-medyas/ So I blame The Soshal Network, and Adele's 25. Disclaimer: Hindi ko masyadong inedit. Free verse lamang, walang ginamit na mga panuntunan. Mahilig din ako sa critic. Mga Medyas na may Sariling Yapak Minsan pinili kita, pareho tayo, bagay Madalas magkatabi lang tayo, buong araw, buong gabi Tinatapon magkatabi, nakasalampak sa isa't isa Papaikutin, lilinisin, magkalayong magpapadausodos, lilinis Lalabas na lang at pilit hahanapin ka, pupulupot Uulit. Bagay. Magdamag, Nakasalampak. Magpapdausdos hanggang luminis. Pupulupot. Babagay sa buong gabing nakasalampak ang magpapadausdos, magmamalinis at pupulupot Babagay sa buong gabi Sa kahabaan ng gabi, mag...

No picture, no video would give justice to the wholehearted performances of Eloisa Jayloni, Zuela Herrera, Bullet Dumas,... Posted by Unsaulicited.com on  Saturday, November 21, 2015

Saw the The Secret In Their Eyes last night. It is a remake of the Argentinian Oscar-winning film and it was the... Posted by Unsaulicited.com on  Monday, November 23, 2015

Set in the Philippines in the aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan, ‘TOTO’ is a comedy/drama about a young Filipino room service attendant whose determination to attain a U.S. visa precipitates an odyssey of universal import. Undeterred by his lack of education and scant prospects, Toto schemes relentlessly to achieve his goal. When his antics put the lives of his loved ones in danger, however, he is forced to question the extremity of his actions and to reevaluate the cost of fulfilling his dreams. In this film, all the characters have dreams and aspirations, be it about love, career, or simply friendship. But how far will one go to reach his dream? As an immigrant myself, I am deeply attracted to Toto’s story for the way it speaks to the tension between integrity and compromise in the journeys of all outsiders. In moments of self-doubt, do you give up or do you soldier forward in pursuit of the dream? This is a question that, as a filmmaker in a new land where I was a complete unknown,...

Repertory Philippines is set to showcase another musical production; now of Marsha Norman and Lucy Simon’s adaptation of the classic story THE SECRET GARDEN . Based on the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett, the story revolves around the lives of two abandoned youngsters Mary Lennox and Colin Craven who, through the power of love, begin to transform their spoiled and selfish ways for the better. The show runs simultaneously with Rep’s staging of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs . Rep’s version is anticipated to entertain audiences with a magical score and fascinating choreography but it shouldn't be missed largely because of the amazing young talent set to play the spirited main characters of the story. Playing the mischievous Mary Lennox are 12-year-old Ashlee Factor and 9-year-old Ginger Karganilla. Between them, they have already starred in five stage productions. Not only is Ashlee already playing a role in Rep’s production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, but she also p...

Inspired by the classic 1991 hit movie of the same title then starring Patrick Swayze and Keanu Reeves, 2015’s “Point Break” pushes the boundaries in the action genre with its most daring athleticism ever done in a motion picture.   Directed by Ericson Core who also worked on highly successful action thrilling films such as “The Fast and the Furious,” “Invincible” and “Payback,”  this year’s “Point Break” stars Luke Bracey who stars as young FBI agent Johnny Utah who infiltrates a cunning team of thrill-seeking elite athletes – led by the charismatic Bodhi (Edgar Ramirez).  The athletes are suspected of carrying out a spate of crimes in extremely unusual ways.   Deep undercover, and with his life in imminent danger, Utah strives to prove they are the architects of this string of inconceivable crimes. “Point Break” also stars Édgar Ramírez (“Zero Dark Thirty,” “The Bourne Ultimatum,” “Carlos the Jackal”) as Bodhi, along with Teresa Palme...

Recently, I went into our pantry with a cup of Starbucks and it was automatically assumed that the cup that I was holding had calories enough to break my diet. No one is to be blamed, and it is after all the holiday season where a Grande Peppermint Mocha could easily give you 470 calories. So all the screenshots that I will use will be from the official Starbucks website. Yes, these would be from the US stores but Starbucks here in the country would have more or less the same number of calories. Being a former Barista and someone who sometimes think of the number of calories, I'll be sharing tips on how to lower your caloric intake while still enjoying Starbucks. Because you just can't get rid of the habit and you have a sticker card to fill. Let's use the Peppermint Mocha as an example for a bit more here. Let's set the size to Grande. With Grande, you get two Espresso shots with the least amount of milk, giving you, at least psychologically, more Starbuc...

“The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2” builds on the momentum of each previous chapter in the blockbuster series to reach a fever pitch of both emotion and action, bringing Katniss full circle from the dismayed girl caught in a dystopian nightmare to leading the charge to remake her nation. Ayala Malls Cinemas’ complements the momentous finale with their various promos for cinema patrons. Check out the following promo offered by Ayala Malls Cinemas. Please also log on to  www.sureseats.com  for schedule and ticket reservation. “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2” will open   November 18   in cinemas from Pioneer Films.

The final chapter of “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2”     brings the film’s expansive cast together one last time, with a team headed by Jennifer Lawrence and including Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks, Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Jeffrey Wright, Stanley Tucci, Donald Sutherland, Willow Shields, Sam Claflin, Jena Malone, Mahershala Ali and Natalie Dormer. The lineup for Mockingjay – Part 2 also includes Wes Chatham (Castor), Elden Henson (Pollux), Patina Miller (Commander Baylor), Evan Ross (Messalla), , Gwendoline Christie (Commander Lyme), and Stef Dawson (Annie Cresta). In “Mockingjay – Part 2,” Peeta Mellark – the former victor who was to marry Katniss in a Capitol spectacle – is still in a haunting, dangerous fugue state after being brainwashed by President Snow during his captivity. Though his body has been freed, his mind struggles against nightmarish, instilled thoughts to kill Katniss, the very same person he on...

Academy Award winner Julia Roberts stars in her latest and another yet Oscar-worthy role in the crime thriller “Secret In Their Eyes” based on the 2010 Academy Award winner for Best Foreign Language Film directed by Juan Jose Campanella “El Secreto de Sus Ojos.” This year’s “Secret In Their Eyes,” directed by blockbuster filmmaker and Academy Award nominee Billy Ray (“Captain Phillips,” “The Hunger Games”), and produced by Academy Award and Emmy winner Mark Johnson (“Rain Man,” “Breaking Bad”) brings Julia Roberts in a surprising mystery that explores the personal themes of loss, betrayal, and a parent’s undying will to right a profound wrong. DA investigator Jess Cobb (Julia Roberts), FBI investigator Ray Kasten (Chiwetel Ejiofor), and Deputy District Attorney Claire Sloan (Nicole Kidman) are rising stars, having been selected to serve on an anti-terrorism joint task force in post 9/11 Los Angeles. Jess and Ray are tight-knit partners who share a deep respect and an easy fr...