REEL DEAL: Modestly Budget Fantasy Film "Saga: Curse of the Shadow" Wows Viewers

Arrowstorm Entertainment’s “Saga: Curse of the Shadow” that was filmed with a much lower budget compared to other fantasy adventure films has steadily gained favorable traction from younger movie going audience due to its straightforward storytelling, ruthless heroine and unapologetic visual style.

Starred in by the enigmatic Irish actor Richard McWilliams and rising young star Dani Chuchran (whose acting credits include “Dr Suess’ The Cat in the Hat” and “The Wild Stallion”), “Saga: Curse of the Shadow” is directed by John Lyde where a ruthless elven bounty huntress Nemyt (Chuchran) shoots down the dragon ridden by the fugitive orc shaman, Fangtor Bloodmoon. When Fangtor refuses to surrender quietly, the huntress must battle for her own life against the dangerous villain, and comes away with more than just his head.

REEL DEAL: Poster Reveal Of “The Maze Runner”

20th Century Fox reveals “The Maze Runner” poster exposing a world of thick walls where a group of teenage boys and a lone teenage girl find themselves trapped in a series of massive thick walls.   

This year’s most anticipated sci-fi action thriller based on James Dashner’s bestselling novel for young adults, “The Maze Runner” stars a pool of young, energetic and talented actors headed by Dylan O’Brien along with other “runners” - Kaya Scodelario, Thomas Brodie Sangster,  Will Pouter, Ki Hong Lee,  Aml Ameen, Alex Flores, Chris Sheffield, Dexter Darden, Jacob Latimore  and Blake Cooper, together, they will find out the chilling mystery behind the world of maze they've been locked in.

Directed by Wes Ball, “The Maze Runner” centers on these young adults locked in a maze known as The Glade where the only thing they can remember are their names when they wake up.  Struggling to escape from The Glade through a shifting series of dangerous massive walls, the ‘runners’ soon find out the chilling mystery behind the world of maze they've been locked in.

Coming very soon, “The Maze Runner” will open in Phil. Cinemas this September from 20th Century Fox.

Memorata Turns Prom And Graduation Into Spotlight-Worthy Events

The Memorata Shoe Collection, a leading brand in local fashion, presents a line of stylish shoes that are perfect for adding that stardom-worthy glamour as the prom and graduation seasons approach.

An official licensed product line of ABS-CBN, Memorata by CLN boasts of a wide variety of styles reminiscent of the trend-setting shoes seen on “Ina Kapatid Anak’s” lead characters portrayed by actresses and fashionistas Kim Chiu and Maja Salvador. 

The collection offers styles fit for different events in every girl’s life, featuring high-heeled pumps, wedges, sandals, and boots. With prom and graduation coming up, glamorous shoes embellished with studs, crystals, and other gems have become a popular favorite. 

Memorata also has fresh and breezy styles in its latest collection such as colorful sandals and flats to make any summer outfit shine.

REEL DEAL: "Peanuts" First Look Photo And Trailer

For the first time ever, Snoopy, Charlie Brown and the rest of the gang we know and love from Charles Schulz's timeless "Peanuts" comic strip will be making their big-screen debut; like they've never been seen before in a CG-Animated Feature film in 3D.

Its first trailer and photo have just been released, trailer link here:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dI7QEvNxoBE&list=UU-JrjBL_iZAn5wjEsw9nRYA

The comic strip, Peanuts, read everyday by 355 million people since its debut, will mark its 65th anniversary upon the release of the movie in November 2015.

REEL DEAL: Bruno Mars' Jungle Adventure In "Rio 2"

There’s something that Jewel (Anne Hathaway) did not talk about with Blu (Jesse Eisenberg) in the first “Rio” family adventure outing – that is her childhood friend named Roberto (Bruno Mars).  In the upcoming adventure 3D movie “Rio 2,” Blu is suddenly pitted against Jewel’s childhood friend, Roberto who is the epitome of a Blue Macaw - a perfect specimen of a wild bird who charms everyone around him and makes Blu self-conscious.

Bruno Mars joins the vividly delightful and upbeat musical world of Blu and Jewel in “Rio 2” where director Carlos Saldanha brings the adventure into the wild thick forest of the Amazon.  With the success of “Rio” the call for a sequel came quickly.  Having already teased a new life together for Blu and Jewel – and their three new arrivals – in the film’s finale, Saldanha pitched his idea for a new story.  What if Blu and his family aren’t the last Blue Macaws, he posited.  What would happen to the family dynamic?

Who is your Kakao-Look-Alike?

“Take your KakaoFriends look-alike photo, and win an iPhone 5c or iPad Mini!”

[March 11th, 2014] The increasingly popular messaging app KakaoTalk invites users to become lucky winners of iPhone 5c or iPad Mini through a fun, easy Facebook competition.

Users need to simply ‘like’ the KakaoTalk Philippines Facebook page, choose a KakaoFriends sticker, take a look-alike picture and post it up on their page with #KakaoTalkPH and #KakaoLookAlike hash tags.

XSTIG: Design students contribute to building thoughtful homes

Imagine this: You had an exhausting day at school and you can’t wait to get home and rest. On your way home, the weather was unpredictable and the pollution in the streets was horrible. As you enter your room, you realize that it is not as spotless as you hoped it was. You come in to the kitchen to find good food, but you find nothing on the dining table. You had a draining day and the last thing you would want to do is take care of the household chores.

As you let out a weary sigh, you realize that your home appliances can take care of all these. You see the MAB cleaner scanning your house and deploying its flying mini-robots to the areas in need of cleaning. Meanwhile, an Atonium 3D Food Printer has determined your nutritional needs and is working on a healthy meal for you. At the same time, the Breathing Wall started to purify the air while recreating an environment that will help you relive a happy memory. Imagine this futuristic scenario made possible by you.

This advanced home is the brainchild of the top three winners at last year’s Electrolux Design Lab competition.

REEL DEAL: "Listed" Takes Life To New Heights WIth The Launch of Its Fourth Season

For three years in a row, “Listed,” has been the Philippines’ premiere lifestyle authority—but starting this March 25, the show will be taking things to whole new levels and daring viewers to take on the high road in and beyond the Metro through a bigger, better, and bolder fourth season.

Returning as hosts of “Listed’s” fourth season are lifestylistas Karen Pamintuan and Walter Demesa who are set to present exciting scenes, steals, and experiences.

REEL DEAL: Travelouge Adventure In "Rio 2" Unfolds Via Breathtaking 3D Pop-Ups

Blue Sky’s Studios’ Blue Macaws and friends from the worldwide hit “Rio” are back for a grander adventure into the Amazon in “Rio 2” where music beats faster and louder with the returning cast Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway, Oscar and Grammy winner Jamie Foxx,  will.i.am, Jemaine Clement along new voice cast members  - Oscar® nominee Andy Garcia, Grammy® winner Bruno Mars, Tony® winner Kristin Chenoweth and Oscar/Emmy®/Tony winner Rita Moreno.  “Rio 2” also features new Brazilian artists and original music by Janelle Monae and Wondaland.

Helmed by Carlos Saldanha, Jewel convinces Blu to check out Linda and Tulio’s discovery that there might still be other Blue Macaws in the thick forest of the Amazon after seeing a single blue feather while trekking the forest. 

BSP, PSE and IC Lead the Signing of Statement of Investor Rights at CFA’s 1st Financial Fitness Run

Leading financial organizations gather together in the First Financial Fitness Run organized by CFA Society Philippines, as part of its commitment in promoting the interest and rights of investors in the country. The fun run aims to enhance awareness of investor rights within the financial community.

The Philippine Stock Exchange, BangkoSentral ng Pilipinas, Insurance Commission, Fund Managers Association of the Philippines, Trust Officers Association of the Philippines, Money Market Association of the Philippines, Philippine Active Shareholders Association, COL Financial, ATR Kim-Eng Asset Management and CFA Society Philippines led the signing ceremony upholding CFA Institute’s Statement of Investor Rights at the sidelines of the1stFinancial Fitness Run held at Bonifacio Global City in Makati.