REEL DEAL: Bridges of Spies REVIEW

The cold war has been a very critical period in history, as it was just after the World War, and the nuclear technology poses as a great threat to humanity. With two key players, the United States and U.S.S.R., harnessing the information, technology and development of these weapons are damn scary. That is the premise of Bridge of Spies by Stephen Spielberg which stars Tom Hanks as James B. Donovan.

With the capture of an alleged Soviet spy, Rudolf Abel, Donavan became his attorney and eventually become a negotiator in making an exchange for an American who was captured while making espionage flight over Russia. The negotiations take place in East Berlin where another American was also caught in the conflict thus making the exchange more complicated.

Many of us would think that period films would be boring, but Bridge of Spies gave the sense of excitement, sadness, and psychological conflicts that makes a connection to the viewers. And of course, Tom Hanks and Mark Raylance did an awesome job for their respective roles. 

Jessica Chastain Embraces the Dark in "Crimson Peak"

The mysterious Lady Lucille Sharpe will do whatever it takes to protect her family’s shocking history…but not all secrets can be buried. Two-time Academy Award® nominee Jessica Chastain (“The Martian,” “Interstellar,” “Mama”) plays Lady Lucille Sharpe in Guillermo del Toro's gothic thriller “Crimson Peak” from Universal Pictures.

(Watch these featurettes on “Crimson Peak”: “Fog” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hdiN-zyBsY and “Old Meets New” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8nmtebK4-c.)

Kamuning Bakery Speaheads World Pandesal Day

October 16, 2015 will be celebrated worldwide as “World Bread Day”, but here at Quezon City’s first bakery, Kamuning Bakery Cafe is celebrating it as the World Pandesal Day. 

Why World Pandesal Day?

The pandesal is the historic and unique national bread of the Philippines, it is bread eaten by the masses, middle-class and by all. The pandesal is a basic necessity of the people, like rice. The humble pandesal bread represents the people’s simple wish for liberation from hunger. Hot freshly pugon-baked pandesal also represents happiness.

So what is in store for WORLD PANDEAL DAY by Kamuning Bakery?

Family Adventure "Pan" Grosses P49.64-M in 4 Days‏

Warner Bros. Pictures’ family-oriented action fantasy “Pan” starring Hugh Jackman raided the Philippine box-office with a robust P49.64-M gross in four days since its Oct. 8 opening.  This was announced today by Francis Soliven, General Manager of Warner Bros. (F.E.), Inc.

Claiming the biggest share of the gross receipts are SM Mall of Asia (P2.17-M), SM Megamall (P1.92-M) and Trinoma (P1.66-M).

They’re followed by the following cinemas in the Top Ten: SM North EDSA (P1.48-M), SM Southmall (P1.38-M), Glorietta 4 (P1.21-M), Greenhills Theatremall SM Cebu (P1.17-M), (P1.06-M), Bonifacio High Street (P1.00-M) and Alabang Town Center (P 874,946.)

51Talk sets Michele Gumabao as Ambassador

51Talk is the number 1 online English platform in China and the fastest growing online English Language Teaching (ELT) platform in the Philippines, is proud to welcome back Michele Gumabao as its brand ambassador.

As the 51Talk Ambassador in the Philippines, multi-awarded power spiker Michele Gumabao continues to inspire confidence and determination among the Filipino youth. Her dynamic lifestyle as an athlete, health and wellness advocate, entrepreneur and inspirational speaker motivates many young people to do more at their age-- to teach, learn, and earn. She manages her time wisely between busy schedules, showing that it’s not impossible to strike a healthy balance between work and personal life.

“I’ve always had a passion for volleyball and strive to deliver my 100% during every match. One of my other passions is teaching. I pour the same amount of energy as if I were in a match because I want to motivate my students and ensure that they learn well and to the best of their abilities,” shares Michele.

Children at the Crossroads: A Photo Exhibit

A child walking along the road of displaced families. A five year old boy in Camp Afghan by the side of his grandfather, a combatant of the Bangsamoro Islamic Armed Forces. Children praying at dawn by the side of their makeshift tents along the highway. These snapshots where captured by the lenses of the celebrated photographer, Jun De Leon, as he visited Maguindanao, days after the Mamasapano incident in January.

Entitled "Children at the Crossroads: Window to Healing in Mindanao," de Leon's photographs were put on display from October 2-4 at the Glorietta 5 Activity Center. The exhibit aims to raise awareness on the effects and impact of armed conflict in the Bangsamoro on children. It is also part of the continuing celebration of the National Peace Consciousness Month held annually every September and the National Children's Month held every October.

90's Hit Artists Diana King and All-4-One Will Have A Concert at Newport Performing Arts Theater!

The 90's was indeed a decade of innovative and unforgettable music. With artists experimenting on pop, RnB, Hiphop etc., the music scene has grown so much that they still continue to influence us even up to today. And one of the most loved artists of that decade are All-4-One and Diana King. Good news is that they will be performing here in the Philippines at the Newport Performing Art Theater This October 28!

I remembered when I covered the Then and Now Concert 5 years ago where Diana King was one of the performers. It was truly a surreal experience as she is one of the most anticipated artist for the concert. If your might be too young and wondering who they are, let me give you some information about them.

All-4-One is an american male RnB/Pop grop best known for their cover hit single I swear from their self-titled 1994 debut album. The group comprises James Jones, Delious Kennedy, Alfred Nevarez, and Tony Borowiak, all fom the Antelope Valley in Mojave, California areas, but are based in Los Angeles Area. The group has sold 22 million records worldwide.

From “THE OTHERS” Director Alejandro Amenábar Comes “REGRESSION”

Blockbuster horror director and Academy Award Winner® Alejandro Amenábar (“The Sea Inside”) whose work in “The Others” further redefined the horror genre which grossed over $200 million worldwide is back with the upcoming Ethan Hawke and Emma Watson starrer “Regression.”

In “Regression,” Bruce Kenner (Hawke) is the detective leading the investigation of a family accused of practicing satanic rituals in a small town of Minnesota. Recently divorced, he finds shelter in his work, where he can channel his obsessive personality into getting to the bottom of every case. 

"Paranormal Activity" Producer Talks About Last Chapter "The Ghost Dimension"‏

For the first time, see the unseen in Paramount Pictures' “Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension” – the horrifying conclusion to the Paranormal Activity films.

In the following interview, producer Jason Blum talks about the “Paranormal Activity” franchise coming to an end, and how liberating it was when the filmmakers and studio agreed on this direction.

Question: Why did it take so long to come up with the latest installment in the Paranormal Activity franchise?

New World Record For Largest Gospel Choir Set By MCGI

Another World Record is set in the Philippines this month, this time it was made by voices singing praises to God. Completely filling Smart Araneta Coliseum on Monday (October 12), members of Church of God International (MCGI) celebrated the 35th anniversary of Ang Dating Daan - the longest running religious program on radio and television, with an attempt for the largest Gospel Choir.

There was also the presence of Persons with Disabilities (PWD), on which the whole gathering was dedicated to, giving them the best seats in the house for them to enjoy the offering of songs of thanksgiving to God. In the said occasion, 10 groups of PWD were gifted P100K each and 30 individuals were also granted 10K each. All of them including their aides left with a bag of grocery items.