Don’t let them hear you scream. New trailer for “A Quiet Place: Day One” out now

Hear how it all began as “A Quiet Place: Day One” takes you to the moment the world went silent. Based on the original story by John Krasinski (A Quiet Place, A Quiet Place Part II),  “A Quiet Place: Day One” stars Lupita Nyong’o, Joseph Quinn, Alex Wolff and  Djimon Hounsou. Opens in cinemas nationwide on June 26.

Watch the new trailer: https://youtu.be/Ym44h27ckmU

Check out the new posters:

About A Quiet Place: Day One:

Executive Producer: Allyson Seeger, Vicki Dee Rock

Produced by: Michael Bay, Andrew Form, p.g.a., Brad Fuller, John Krasinski

Story by: John Krasinski and Michael Sarnoski

Written and directed by: Michael Sarnoski

Canon launches new summer deals for PIXMA customers

Canon Marketing Philippines has rolled out its latest offers for its line of Canon PIXMA printers.

From now until June 30, 2024, customers can receive reward points for every purchase of a Canon PIXMA printer in-store or online. To collect and redeem points, the purchase must be registered via the Canon PH Delightful App, which has over 450 Giftaway partner merchants to choose from.

The reward points breakdown is as follows:

• PIXMA G2730: 2,000 points 
• PIXMA G3010: 2,000 points
• PIXMA G3730: 2,000 points
• PIXMA G4770: 2,000 points 
• PIXMA G2020: 1,000 points 
• PIXMA G1020: 1,000 points 
• PIXMA G2010: 500 points 
• PIXMA G1010: 500 points 
• PIXMA G1730: 500 points

* 1 point is equivalent to Php1.00

Don't miss out on exciting roadshows at select SM Malls nationwide! Here, customers can trade in old inkjet and laser printers, working or non-working, and enjoy exclusive trade-in discounts on the PIXMA G1020, G2020, G2730, GM2070, and G3730, with savings ranging from 20% to 40%, depending on the model. Canon Marketing Philippines will also offer GI-71s inks (C, M, Y, PGBk) as a bundle with the PIXMA G2730 and PIXMA G3730 soon. Watch out for the official announcement on the Canon Facebook page.

Charming and Cheeky: 4 Must-Watch British Comedies on Lionsgate Play

From slapstick humor to dry wit and everything in between, the Brits certainly know how to tickle your funny bone. For fans in the Philippines, Lionsgate Play has curated a collection of must-see British comedies that promise to have you laughing out loud. Whether you’re a long-time enthusiast or new to the genre, here’s a lineup that shouldn’t be missed.

Everything I Know About Love

Based on the memoir by Dolly Alderton, Everything I Know About Love offers a raucously tender exploration of female friendship, bad dates, and navigating life in your twenties. Set in the 2000s, the series tackles the highs and lows of adulthood with humor and heart. With its relatable characters and nostalgic nods, it's a vibrant addition to the landscape of British comedy that resonates with the millennial crowd. Starring Emma Appleton and Hannah Dodd, it’s a must-watch for anyone who wants to reminisce about the early 2000s or those going through their own quarter-life crisis.

Ryan Reynolds brings heart and humor to family adventure-comedy “IF”

Ryan Reynolds is bringing his high-energy comedic humor that made his portrayal as the superhero Deadpool iconic, and turning it into something magical as the character Cal in the whimsical world of IF. In a world where IFs or imaginary friends are real, Cal, along with Bea (Cailey Fleming), are the only ones who can see these beings. Cal is on a mission to give purpose to forgotten IFs by matching them with a new kid to protect and play with, but his efforts have been fruitless so far. Along comes Bea, and everything begins to change.

Watch John Krasinski and Cailey Fleming explain what IFs are: https://youtu.be/T3BBfT0aGg8

The character Cal is a role tailored for Reynolds. Director-writer John Krasinski explains, “We needed someone who could play heart as well as humor, an expert at physical comedy who could create a very real relationship with Bea. Ryan is able to cover such a range of emotions and have such fun doing it.”

Summer Komikon 2024 Returns to Celebrate Local Komiks Creators

After two years of going online, a one-year hiatus then several creator-centric events, Komikon is back with the highly anticipated Summer Komikon 2024! As the Philippines' longest-running local komiks convention, Komikon has been a cornerstone of the local comics community for the past 19 years. This year, the event returns to one of its beloved venues, SM Megamall's Megatrade Hall 3, at Level 5 of Building B, on May 25-26, Saturday and Sunday from 11AM to 8PM.

Summer Komikon is a convention that champions local comics and their creators with support from the community and other creatives. It is an inclusive platform that embraces all aspects connected to comics by bringing together various stakeholders in the industry, from self-publishing creators to local publishers, creative service providers, retailers who support local products, collector communities, creator groups advocating for the advancement of the medium, and avid readers.

10CM Getting Ready For "CLOSER TO YOU" Asia Tour Concert

You might have heard his songs in several KDramas like "Crash landing On You," "Hotel De Luna," "Start Up," and more recently "Queen of Tears." The band known as 10CM has made a name for bringing emotions to many drama scenes with mellow songs and heartfelt lyrics. The band has released 4 studio albums, 3 EPs and many singles and has also won several awards at the Brand Customer Loyalty Awards, Cyworld Digital Music Awards, and Melon Music Awards.

Currently 10CM is made up of Kwon Jung-yeol and has been in the music industry since 2010. As a treat for his fans in Asia, he is going on his 2024 Asia Tour called "10CM CLOSER TO YOU" with stops in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Manila, and Taipei.

He recently went to the Philippines in promotion of the concert and also made an appearance at "Sariling Mundo" concert of TJ Monterde. He admits being a big fan of TJ especially with his song "Palagi" and also had a collab performance on stage. Their performance also went viral online which also made fans excited to see 10CM in the Philippines. With his Asia Tour concert happening soon, this gives fans a complete set of songs to relive and experience to hear it live.

10CM CLOSER TO YOU in Manila will be held at New Frontier Theater on August 31, 2024. Tickets will be on sale starting May 15, 2024.

Vivamax Star Ayah Alfonso Bares Business Alongside Her Booming Career

For Vivamax star Ayah Alfonso, she is ready to take on the challenges of acting especially for her spicy roles in Vivamax films. Now making a name for herself as she has starred in two films like "Eks" (co-staring Yen Durano, Felix Roco, and Nathan Cajucom), and "Himas" (with Sahara Bernales and Felix Roco). She will be part of another film project, "Sisid Marino" directed by Joel Lamangan.

From her humble beginnings as a model doing wholesome roles, Ayah is now proving herself as an actress and that she can also be on par with other Vivamax artists who also has a growing catalogue of films and fans. She shares that she is flexible in doing roles, now being braver and bolder with roles given to her in Eks and Himas. She shares that she is ready to go beyond the limitations in doing sexy roles as she has fully committed herself with these after contemplating for quite some time before making her decision.

One big assist: Basketball champs train future MVPs in PLDT Home Fiber Fastbreak culmination

The final leg of PLDT Home Fiber Fastbreak heads back to Manila, with Rico Maierhofer, Cyrus Baguio, Jerwin Gaco, Ryan Araña, and TNT Tropang Giga players Poy Erram and Gryann Mendoza mentoring young players in a camp and guiding more in a 3x3 tourney

Basketball stars from then and now came together at the third and last leg of PLDT Home Fiber Fastbreak – a month-long series aimed to further celebrate the sport and the Filipinos’ love of the game.

On May 11 at the SM Megamall Activity Center, PBA champion players Rico Maierhofer, Cyrus Baguio, Jerwin Gaco, and Ryan Araña plus fellow titleholders from TNT Tropang Giga players Poy Erram and Gryann Mendoza led a basketball camp for young aspirants and a 3x3 tournament among National Basketball Training Camp alumni – a fitting culmination of its mission to inspire and influence the youth while entertaining and connecting to fans and enthusiasts on the ground.

New trailer for epic disaster movie “Twisters” takes audiences on an adrenaline-fueled thrill ride

When one of the most destructive forces of nature looms close, a team of intrepid storm-chasers run into the center of it all. “Twisters” stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Anthony Ramos, and Brandon Perea, as characters who fight for their lives to predict, capture, and possibly tame, the immense power of tornadoes. 

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/qxxgOTQKpck?si=M7z066sYNCCahWJG

Prepare for the ride of your life as “Twisters” storms across Philippine cinemas on July 17.

About Twisters:

From the producers of the Jurassic, Bourne and Indiana Jones series comes “Twisters,” a current-day chapter of the 1996 blockbuster, “Twister.” Directed by Lee Isaac Chung, the Oscar-nominated writer-director of “Minari,” “Twisters” stars Golden Globe nominee Daisy Edgar-Jones (“Where the Crawdads Sing,” “Normal People”) and Glen Powell (“Anyone But You,” “Top Gun: Maverick”) as opposing forces who come together to try to predict, and possibly tame, the immense power of tornadoes.

Meet the Mega Minions! Check out a new kind of minion in the second trailer for “Despicable Me 4,” in cinemas July 3

(Don’t worry, the cute and cuddly iconic minions are still around, of course!)

It’s gonna be mega.  

In the new trailer for “Despicable Me 4,” Gru, Lucy and their kids (Margo, Edith, Agnes and Gru Jr.!), who are on the run from a new nemesis, get compromised – and Silas Ramsbottom and the minions will stop at nothing to keep them safe.  

Watch the new trailer: https://youtu.be/VaKG-l5dW48?si=5UrCJrql9JfOZra2

The trailer opens to show the minions (voiced once again by Pierre Coffin) hard at work in a typical office setup – cubicles, post-it notes on computers, an office birthday party, a photocopying machine. The best part? The minions are dressed for the occasion, looking extra sharp in suits. Gentleminions, anyone?