Featurette Introduces Men of "The Magnificent Seven"‏

The titular seven outlaws take a bow in a newly released featurette for Columbia Pictures' action-adventure “The Magnificent Seven” which may be viewed at https://youtu.be/E7Zg3gm_Mgk.

Meet the Bounty Hunter (Denzel Washington), the Gambler (Chris Pratt), the Sharpshooter (Ethan Hawke), the Hunter (Vincent D'Onofrio), the Assassin (Byung-Hun Lee), the Outlaw (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo) and the Warrior (Martin Sensmeier).

Director Antoine Fuqua brings his modern vision to a classic story in Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures’ and Columbia Pictures’ “The Magnificent Seven.”

Japan's Latest Box-Office Hit “GODZILLA: RESURGENCE” Opens August 31 In Philippines

The king of all monsters is back in “Godzilla: Resurgence” and brings the audience back to Godzilla’s origins as he emerges in modern Japan for the first time. The film is co-directed by Hideaki Anno and Shinji Higuchi, and stars Hiroki Hasegawa (“Why Don’t You Play In Hell?”), Satomi Ishihara (“Attack on Titan”), Yutaka Takenouchi (“USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage”).

Produced by Toho, “Godzilla: Resurgence” as reported by Box Office Mojo, debuted at number one in Japan on its opening weekend earning an impressive $6,122,434 across 441 screens.  The monster movie stomps into action when an unknown accident occurs in modern-day Japan, at Tokyo Bay’s Aqua Line. All of the sudden, a giant creature immediately appears, destroying town after town with its landing reaching the capital.

“Godzilla: Resurgence” opens August 31 in cinemas from Pioneer Films.  Trailer link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUxqEB8ILrM

OPPO’s latest ‘selfie expert’ phone out in stores this August

The selfie revolution steps up as mobile technology brand OPPO introduces its latest selfie expert: the OPPO F1s.

The latest camera phone from OPPO will be out in concept and dealer stores on August 19.

“With the launch of the F1s, OPPO once more demonstrates its commitment to create the best possible selfie and smartphone experience, ” said OPPO Philippines Brand Marketing Manager Stephen Cheng.

See the World Through a Child's Eyes in "Pete's Dragon"‏

Walt Disney Studios' classic 1977 live-action/animated musical “Pete’s Dragon” – the endearing tale of a young boy and his friendship with an animated, green dragon – is re-imagined for today's generation with the new family adventure bearing the same title.

In Philippine cinemas starting Sept. 07, the new “Pete’s Dragon” is the adventure of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend Elliott, who just so happens to be a dragon. The film stars Bryce Dallas Howard (“Jurassic World”), Oakes Fegley (“This is Where I Leave You”), Wes Bentley (“The Hunger Games”), Karl Urban (“Star Trek”), Oona Laurence (“Southpaw”) and Oscar® winner Robert Redford (“Captain America: The Winter Soldier”).

Disney had been eager for some time to introduce “Pete’s Dragon” to a whole new generation of film goer’s and brought on producer Jim Whitaker to shepherd the project. “There are so many people who grew up with the original film, and the idea of that movie became a leaping-off point for us,” says Whitaker. “We knew that this very simple idea about a boy and his dragon still had the potential to become a really special film.”

Cuteness Overload in "Storks" Main Trailer‏

Warner Bros. Pictures has just launched the main trailer for its new animated comedy adventure “Storks” which may be viewed at https://youtu.be/vh_tZJgaoyo or https://goo.gl/wXWoQo.

“Storks” stars Andy Samberg (“Hotel Transylvania”), Kelsey Grammer (“Toy Story 2,” “The Simpsons”), Katie Crown (Cartoon Network’s “Clarence”), Keegan-Michael Key (“The Angry Birds Movie”), Jordan Peele (“Key & Peele”), Jennifer Aniston (“We’re the Millers”), Ty Burrell (“Modern Family”), and Danny Trejo (“The Book of Life”).

Electricity Rates Go Down In August

Meralco announced that overall electricity rates this August went down by Php 0.11 per kilowatt hour (kWh) for its residential customers. Households consuming 200 kWh will experience a reduction of around Php 22 in their electricity bill. Meralco Public Information Office Head Joe Zaldarriaga (in photo) explained that the overall rate decrease was due to the downward movement in the generation charge. Meralco also reiterated safety tips with the onset of rainy season. For tips and other information, visit www.meralco.com.ph or follow its Twitter (@meralco) or Facebook (facebook.com/meralco) accounts.

New "Don't Breathe" TV Spots Level Up the Thrills‏

Two new TV spots for Columbia Pictures' upcoming suspense thriller “Don't Breathe” have just been rolled out, underscoring the film's raw, thrill factor.

Watch the spots titled “Home” at http://youtu.be/X2Oe6RpqaCk and “Alone at https://youtu.be./l7U70ikhT-Y.

In “Don't Breathe,” three young robbers invade a blind man's Detroit home — teenagers who are targeting vulnerable properties in the city as they bid to harvest enough cash to flee the area and start new lives elsewhere. Once they enter the Blind Man’s home, however, the tables begin to turn.

Meryl Streep In The INspiring True Story “FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS”

From Stephen Frears, the director of “The Queen” and “Philomena” comes an unforgettable heartwarming and funny story that will bring the audience to tears in “Florence Foster Jenkins,” the inspiring true story of the eponymous New York heiress who obsessively pursued her dream of becoming a great singer.  Starring two of the best loved actors worldwide, Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant, the film celebrates the human spirit, the power of music, and the passion of amateurs everywhere.

The voice Florence (Streep) heard in her head was divine, but to the rest of the world it was hilariously awful. At private recitals, her devoted husband and manager, St. Claire Bayfield (Grant) realized he had perhaps bitten off more than he could chew.

“Florence Foster Jenkins’” score is composed by Alexandre Desplat (“The Queen,” “The King’s Speech”) who incorporates wonderful music from popular songs to golden classics.

The Best Pokémon Go Experience with Globe and Ayala Malls

7-days free access via Globe Switch, mall-wide lure drop party and free Pokécoins for trainers

Pokémon Go has definitely taken the Philippines by storm, and captured the hearts of everyone thanks to the very engaging gameplay and relatable story of Pokémon. With the goal of capturing Pokémon, trainers are up for the challenge of going to locations with the best Pokéstops to level up and progress.

Animal Characters Front & Center of "The Secret Life of Pets"

In Illumination Entertainment and Universal Pictures' “The Secret Life of Pets,” the real day for one bustling Manhattan apartment building starts after the humans leave for work and school. That’s when the pets of every stripe, fur and feather begin their own nine-to-five routine.

Meet the pets who populate this delightful, animated tale from the studio that brought audiences “Despicable Me” and “Minions.”

Max (Louis C.K.): A pampered Terrier mix, Max will need to find his courage before he can find his way home. He has an ideal relationship with his adopted owner, Katie...Until she brings home another rescue dog.