MUSIC LYF: 12 Stone Records Welcomes Alodia Gosiengfiao

Music is about to get more exciting with the addition of Cosplay Queen Alodia Gosiengfiao to the roster of talented 12 Stone Records artists.

Alodia Almira Arraiza Gosiengfiao is the country’s most popular and influential cosplayer. Due to her huge following, she has been chosen to endorse for several beauty and tech brands both here and abroad. She’s also a model, an actress, and a singer. This beautiful young lady has been featured in various magazines, newspapers, and TV shows locally and abroad. She recently graced the cover of FHM Philippines, and was ranked as the 20th Sexiest Woman of the Philippines. She was named by UNO Magazine as one of the Most Influential Women in the country.

REEL DEAL: 1st Ko Si Third Trailer Released

With the countdown to cinemalaya comes close, we can now see more information about the featured films like Real Florido's "1st Ko Si Third" starring Nova Villa, Dante Rivero and Freddie Webb.

Bringing the love story of young love at old age proves that first love never dies. Cory, who after all these years gets a letter from his first love and asks her to be with her  to cherish lost moments of love and laughter. We now take a peek at the trailer of the movie which in some way or another would also make you relate to our personal first love experiences.

Also starring in the movie are Coleen Borgonia, Denise Barbacena, Ken Chan, Nova Villa, Lara Morena, RJ Agustin, and Ruby Ruiz.

1st Ko si 3rd is written and directed by Real Florido  and will be showing at the Cultural Center of the Philippines and Ayala Cinemas on August 1 to 10, 2014.

REEL DEAL: Barber's Tales (Mga Kwentong Barbero) Finally Will Be Shown In The Philippines!

Eugene Domingo goes into another challenging role with the latest movie from Jun Lana, Barber's Tales (Mga Kwentong Barbero) which after winning awards abroad will finally be shown here in the Philippines on August 2014. What is special about this film? Well there is indeed a long list of reasons which have earned the recognition of world.

The movie has participated in international film festivals namely 2013 Tokyo International Film Festival, 2013 Abu Dhabi Film Festival, 2014 Hong Kong International Film Festival, 2014 Undine Far East International Film Festival, and the 2014 Madrid International Film Festival. It also garnerd awards like 2013 Hong Kong Asia Film Financing Forum Best HAF Project, ARRI Award, Technicolor Award, Catapoolt Award, and 2014 Undine International Film Festival Audience Choice Crystal Mulberry Prize, and 2014 Madrid International Film Festival Nominations for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Producer and Best Actress. Eugene also won Best Actress for the 2013 Tokyo International Film Festival.

REEL DEAL: “DRAGON NEST: WARRIOR’S DAWN” Poster Release

World's Videogame Phenomenon Dragon Nest Now A Movie

The global videogame phenomenon “Dragon Nest” comes to the big screen with its first of a trilogy – “Dragon Nest: Warrior’s Dawn” where an unlikely human hero is centric in uniting a divided enchanted land to fight against the evil force that seeks to destroy all humans and elves.

Directed by Yuefeng Song, the movie covers the events that took place during the Black Dragon Raid when a Black Dragon appeared in the once peaceful land enchanted land of Altea. With the Black Dragon’s attack, the King ordered then the young warriors Geraint, Argenta, Velskud and other legendary heroes to form the Dragon Slaying Alliance. The incident years after was widely known to be the First Dragon Invasion for the younger generations. We now find Lambert, a young restless wannabe warrior who lost his homeland and family when he was young, causing him to have the dream of vanquishing the Black Dragon. His limited but impressive fighting skills caught the attention of Barnac, the legendary mercenary who trains Lambert to use his fighting skills wisely and opportunely.

Produced by giant game prime mover Shanda Games, Eyedentity Games and Mili Pictures, “Dragon Nest: Warrior’s Dawn” will open very soon in cinemas nationwide to be distributed by Axinite Digicinema in the Philippines.

#30DaysBlog Challenge: Day 1 Introduce Yourself

Hey its July! And one thing that I want to do is make more personal writing that can also benefit me in doing more awesome stuff. I have come across a blogging challenge for the month of July to make a blogpost everyday for the month and for day 1, it is...well... uhm... introductions!

For those who don't know me, I am Florencio P Jusay Jr, or more commonly known as FPJ Jr (because of my intitials and the name gives a good recall). I have been blogging for more than ten years. I stared back when blogger was a new website for blogging, but I only had short posts and have migrated to friendster and multiply for personal  social network and posting. 

REEL DEAL: Jason Clarke For Man, For Ape In “DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES”

Alpha ape Caesar has found an uneasy human ally in “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes” in Malcolm, a former architect who lost his wife to the virus that wiped out most of humanity. Left on his own to raise his teenage son, Malcolm is desperate to maintain the hope and stability he and Alexander have found within a small colony of fellow survivors in San Francisco.   

REEL DEAL:L “THE EQUALIZER” Serves Up New Images

The main poster art and new stills from Columbia Pictures' upcoming gritty crime thriller “The Equalizer” has just been released. The film stars Denzel Washington and Chloe Grace Moretz, under the direction of Antoine Fuqua (“Olympus Has Fallen”).

In “The Equalizer,” Washington plays McCall, a former black ops commando who has faked his death to live a quiet life in Boston. When he comes out of his self-imposed retirement to rescue a young girl, Teri (Moretz), he finds himself face to face with ultra-violent Russian gangsters. As he serves vengeance against those who brutalize the helpless, McCall’s desire for justice is reawakened. If someone has a problem, the odds are stacked against them, and they have nowhere else to turn, McCall will help. He is The Equalizer.

An adaptation of the 1980s TV show of the same name, “The Equalizer” also stars Melissa Leo, Bill Pullman, Haley Bennett and Marton Cskokas.

Teaser Poster Revealed Fro Brad Pitt's “FURY”

Columbia Pictures has just revealed the poster art for writer/director David Ayer's “Fury” starring Brad Pitt.

“Fury” is set at the very end of World War II, in April 1945. As the Allies make their final push in the European Theater, a battle-hardened army sergeant named Wardaddy (Pitt) commands a Sherman tank and her five-man crew on a deadly mission behind enemy lines. Outnumbered and outgunned, Wardaddy and his men face overwhelming odds in their heroic attempts to strike at the heart of Nazi Germany.

The film also stars Shia LaBeouf, Logan Lerman, Michael Pena, Jon Bernthal and Jason Isaacs.

Opening in Philippine theaters on November 14, 2014, “Fury” is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

Welcome the Rainy Season At The Crocs Epic Sale in Tiendesitas

The season is quickly changing from sunny to rainy, and part of the fun of switching seasons is the chance to update our wardrobe. Not only do we need to bring our jackets and raincoats out, but we also have to fill our shoe closets with reliable footwear that will not fail us during this season.

Crocs, the world’s favorite comfort shoe brand, is the perfect pair in any weather. Find one that suits you  and enjoy up to 90% off at the much awaited sale event of the season, the Crocs Epic Sale. Back due to popular demand, the biggest sale  ever is set to delight Crocs fans with  amazing discounts on a wide selection of designs.

The Crocs Epic Sale will be at the Ground Floor of Bldg A., Frontera Verde, Tiendesitas from July 4 to 6, 2014. A special preview sale for Citibank cardholders will be held exclusively on July 03, 2014.  

For more information, simply like Crocs Philippines on Facebook and follow @crocsph on Instagram and Twitter.

REEL DEAL: They Have Been Called At Dawn

This year’s best reviewed and most anticipated action movie of the year where man and ape fight for survival and dominion over earth goes highly combative in “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes.”

20th Century Fox has just released the latest photos of actors posing at the iconic Golden Gate Bridge at San Francisco – in attendance at the photo call are Dan Lemmon, Terry Notary, Andy Serkis, Matt Reeves, Keri Russell, Gary Oldman, Joe Letteri and Jason Clarke.