Kevin Costner’s Epic Western “Horizon: An American Saga” To Open In Philippine Cinemas. Chapter 1 Premieres June 28, Same Day As U.S.

Kevin Costner is back in the director’s chair with “Horizon: An American Saga,” a four-part epic Western featuring a star-studded cast that includes Costner, Sienna Miller, Sam Worthington, Giovanni Ribisi, Jena Malone, Jamie Campbell Bower and Luke Wilson. “Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1,” distributed in the Philippines by Parallax Studios and Saga Films Studios, opens in local cinemas simultaneously with the rest of the world on June 28, while Chapter 2 has been scheduled for August 2024. 

Costner is no stranger to the Western genre. His directorial debut was 1990’s “Dances with Wolves,” also an epic Western, which won the then first-time director Best Picture and Best Director Academy Awards. And since 2018, Costner has top-billed “Yellowstone,” a popular neo-Western drama series that has inspired multiple prequels and spinoff series. 

Jamie Campbell Bower and Kevin Costner in “Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1”

Photo credit: Parallax Studios and Saga Film Studios

Celebrate Father’s Day with Gift Ideas from Mocasa

This Father’s Day, step up your gift-giving game and wow Dad with extraordinary presents that will create lasting memories. Forget the traditional ties and socks and opt for innovative, thoughtful gifts that truly show how much you care. From cutting-edge technology to unforgettable experiences, here’s how to find the perfect gift for the special father figure in your life with Mocasa.

Tech Gadgets for Tech-Savvy Dads

For dads who love technology, consider the latest gadgets that will enhance his everyday life. Equip his home with smart speakers or advanced security systems to create a more connected and convenient living space. Invest in a new smartwatch or fitness tracker to help him stay on top of his health and fitness goals. Provide him with noise-canceling headphones for an immersive audio experience, whether he’s listening to his favorite OPM hits or taking important calls.

Here’s why the toughest phone HONOR X9b 5G is the best-selling smartphone!

A look back on what the HONOR X9b 5G can survive 

Leading smart devices provider in the Philippines, HONOR, started this year with a smashing HONOR X9b 5G launch followed by the HONOR Magic V2, HONOR X8b, HONOR X7b, and HONOR Magic6 Pro. Up to this date, the HONOR X9b 5G remains the toughest and best-selling out of the X-series and in the smartphone market. Thanks to its durable materials, it can withstand accidental drops, saving the user from phone heartaches.  

“We’re confident that the HONOR X9b 5G’s performance continues to serve Filipinos who are looking for a smartphone that can withstand drops, smashes, and even a runover. It’s still the go-to phone for durability especially for consumers who are more prone to dropping their phone inevitably may it be due to their work, or simply life’s unexpected events,” said Stephen Cheng, HONOR Philippines Vice President. 

‘Pulang Araw’ is coming to Netflix on July 26

Netflix Announces July 26 Launch and Unveils Key Art for ‘Pulang Araw’, the Country’s Biggest Historical Action-Drama Series of 2024

On Monday, June 10th, Netflix shared an announcement video and the key art of the highly-anticipated historical action-drama series Pulang Araw, set to premiere on the platform on July 26th. The series will stream on Netflix 72 hours ahead of its scheduled airing on free TV and boasts a stellar cast featuring Barbie Forteza, Sanya Lopez, David Licauco and Alden Richards, with Dennis Trillo.

Pulang Araw chronicles the lives of Eduardo (Richards), Teresita (Lopez), Adelina (Forteza), and Hiroshi (Licauco) during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines. Find out how the characters navigate an intricate web of loyalty, betrayals, sacrifices, and resilience amidst the backdrop of a war ravaging the country.

More updates about this title soon.

Get Ready for the Biggest Night in Business Excellence: Philippine Finest Business Awards & Outstanding Achievers 2024!

Mark your calendars for September 8, 2024, as the most anticipated event in the business world is back and bigger than ever! The Philippine Finest Business Awards Outstanding Achievers 2024, organized by La Visual Corporation & SIRBISU Channel, will take place at the prestigious Hexagon Events Place in Quezon City

This year's awards ceremony promises to be an unforgettable celebration of excellence, innovation, and success in the Philippine business landscape. From industry titans to rising stars, we'll be honoring the outstanding achievers who have made a significant impact in their respective fields.

We're thrilled to announce our esteemed media partners who will be joining us in showcasing the remarkable achievements of our winners: Malaya Business Insight, Business Mirror, Business World, Philippines Graphic, Pilipino Mirror, The Market Monitor, Light TV, Light Radio, Balitang A2Z, Zoe TV, Media House Express, The Metropolista, Amazing Manila Journal, Hataw Tabloid, Consumer Asia Magazine, DWIZ-AM, 97.9 Home Radio, Aliw Channel 23, Cook Magazine, Pinoy OFW, Daily Tribune.

The glittery musical romance, set to the hits of the iconic Indigo Girls, is showing exclusively in Ayala Malls Cinemas starting June 5

Happy Pride Month! This happy and colorful month of June, Ayala Malls Cinemas exclusively brings “Glitter & Doom,” a unique and captivating film, at their theaters. This exclusive event underscores Ayala Malls Cinemas’ commitment to offering moviegoers distinctive and high-quality cinematic experiences.

The film, whose cast includes Ming-Na Wen, Tig Notaro, Missy Pyle and Alan Cammish, proudly counts as one of its stars Filipino actor Alex Diaz. “I’m very happy to have ‘Glitter and Doom’ come to the Philippines exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas just in time for Pride Month,” says Diaz, whose local entertainment credits include appearances in “Ero” and “Ero: The Series,” “Oh, Mando!” and fan favorite movies “Just the Way You Are” and “She’s Dating the Gangster.” “This movie is just such a feel good film with a beautiful soundtrack and stellar cast. The process from landing the role a few years ago to now being able to share it with my kababayans has been the journey of a lifetime.

“I hope when people watch this, they feel proud, I hope they feel seen and most of all, I hope they have fun! It’s a fun movie and the music is really catchy!”

Alex Diaz and Alan Cammish in “Glitter & Doom”

In “Glitter & Doom,” serious musician Doom (Cammish) and free-spirited circus kid Glitter (Diaz) start a budding summer relationship filled with camping trips, late-night conversations, and plenty of song and dance. Their relationship is put to the test as they deal with trying to make it in the music biz, their mothers (Ming-Na Wen and Missi Pyle), and finding what feeds each of their souls and dreams. The supporting cast boasts queer talent that includes Tig Notaro (“Army of the Dead”), Lea DeLaria (“Orange is the New Black”), “Drag Race” alum Peppermint and Indigo Girls Amy Ray and Emily Saliers. 

Watch the trailer: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1628863804552899

The movie, billed as a “fantastical queer romance,” features 25 songs by the Indigo Girls, including “Power of Two,” a staple in high school playlists back in the ’90s, and “Closer to Fine,” which had a recent resurgence in popularity thanks to an iconic character singing the song during a road trip in last year’s “Barbie.” The Grammy-winning duo composed a new original song for the film as well, titled “What We Wanna Be.”

The Indigo Girls is a folk rock duo composed of Amy Ray and Emily Saliers. Said Saliers in an exclusive interview with Variety, “We immediately loved the script for ‘Glitter & Doom’ and became even more enamored as we watched the film grow and heard the production and arrangements of our songs,” said Saliers. “It’s an honor to be included in this artful and heartfelt story of misfits finding love.”

Alan Cammish and Alex Diaz in “Glitter & Doom”

In the same interview, Ray said that “What We Wanna Be” was “inspired by the film’s characters and by my own experience of peeling off the layers of things I have built over the years to shield me from pain or even my own truth.”

Immersive movie experience at Ayala Malls Cinemas 

Ayala Malls Cinemas is known for enhancing the movie-watching experience with their state-of-the-art facilities, including plush seating, generous legroom, cutting-edge laser projections, and superior audio technologies like Dolby Sound and Dolby Atmos. This ensures that viewers enjoy the film in the best possible environment, making each screening an immersive and enjoyable experience.

In addition to their exclusive screenings, Ayala Malls Cinemas is committed to bringing diverse movie content to cater to all types of moviegoers. Their programming includes a wide range of genres, from mainstream blockbusters to critically acclaimed indie films, ensuring that there is something for everyone. This dedication to variety is evident in their recent lineup, which has featured everything from family-friendly adventures and animated films to gripping dramas and intense action movies.

Ayala Malls Cinemas’ commitment to diversity and quality in their movie selections ensures that they remain a top destination for film lovers in the Philippines. For more information on screening schedules and to book tickets, movie enthusiasts are encouraged to visit the Ayala Malls Cinemas FB and IG pages and www.sureseats.com

Ayala Malls Zing Plus members can get extra perks as they can earn double Zing points when they use their Zing-linked credit card or GCash to purchase movie tickets at the Ayala Malls Cinema ticket booth or at www.sureseats.com with a minimum spend of P600. Promo runs until June 30, 2024. 

Start off Pride Month by singing, dancing and falling in love with the colorful characters of “Glitter & Doom,” showing exclusively in Ayala Malls Cinemas starting June 5. 

Courtesy of Ayala Malls Cinemas

Feel the fear and the danger of the unknown in Ishana Night Shyamalan’s horror-thriller, “The Watchers”

Director Ishana Night Shyamalan weaves fantasy and horror together in her feature debut, The Watchers, and takes us on a mystery deep within the forests of Ireland. “The movie is very much a journey of uncovering this mystery—figuring out who these creatures are and what they want. Why are they being watched?”

Watch the “Try not to Die” featurette here: https://youtu.be/NZRGnOolB6g

To set the stage where the mysterious Watchers can observe the trapped individuals, Shyamalan started to formulate the look of the coop. “The coop is such an intriguing place, and it gave us so much to play with and think about when designing the build. In essence, it’s an observatory, but it works two ways—you are looking out, but you’re also being watched,” she says. “We were really drawn to the idea of almost a play with very theatrical elements and lighting—where any moment you are being observed and on display. That can be a very uncomfortable feeling. So, we leaned into brutalist architecture, and the colors and textures associated with it.”

Check out photos from the “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” premiere in Los Angeles

View of atmosphere at the Los Angeles Premiere of Columbia Pictures’ Bad Boys: Ride Or Die at the TCL Chinese Theater on May 30, 2024, in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Eric Charbonneau/Getty Images for Sony Pictures)

“Being back with Martin and Will is just the absolute best,” says Vanessa Hudgens about being back on the Bad Boys set with Will Smith and Martin Lawrence for this year’s Bad Boys: Ride or Die. Hudgens first joined the franchise as Kelly in 2020’s Bad Boys for Life.

Watch the final trailer: https://youtu.be/JwJOv3Uop3U

More Reasons To Love DITO

Affordable data promos, high-speed connectivity, and excellent customer service experience- these are just a few of the reasons why DITO Telecommunity has quickly won the hearts of Filipinos nationwide.  From being an upstart telco provider in the country, DITO now stands as the Rated # 1 Mobile Network in the Philippines as awarded by Ookla, validating the love and trust of millions of Filipinos nationwide. 

As DITO continues to further elevate its standards through its innovative offerings, DITO gives you more reasons to love its products and services. Here are four reasons why: 

  • DITO gives you big data for your socials.  Social media has played a significant role in our lives. It allows us to communicate with our loved ones through chat and video calls as well as post photos and videos to share life updates and celebrate milestones. DITO gives you more data for your socials with DITO Level-Up Socials - an all-new mobile prepaid subscription that offers high-speed, affordable, and big data allocation for your favorite META applications like Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Messenger, and WhatsApp.  DITOzens can enjoy a total of 7GB data (3.5GB for META Apps + 3.5GB all-access data) for only PhP 50, valid for seven days, giving them generous data to capture their best moments and share these memories online. 

COMCO Mundo sets another record, wins 5 Silver Quill Awards of Excellence from IABC Asia Pacific Region

Interregional powerhouse communications group COMCO Mundo League of Enterprises is recognized with five Silver Quill Awards of Excellence from the International Association of Business Communicators Asia Pacific (IABC APAC) for Save Our Planet, Save Our Seas: The Century Tuna "Saving Our Seas" Project, UNMASKED: The COMCO Mundo Write to Ignite Initiative Season 3, and Igniting Talent: The Camp COMCO Mentorship Program.