REEL DEAL: "The Conselor" Look Book

In legendary director Ridley Scott’s riveting drama “The Counselor,” Michael Fassbender plays a respected lawyer who makes a shady, illegal business deal. His life unravels as he becomes embroiled in a brutal criminal underworld. One bad choice has grave consequences.

The film, written by Cormac McCarthy, also stars Penélope Cruz, Cameron Diaz, Javier Bardem and Brad Pitt releases its latest online photo collection.  Click here to check “The Counselor” Look Book:

Kobe and Andre Paras sign deal with Kapuso Network

Basketball heartthrobs Kobe and Andre Paras signed an exclusive contract today with GMA Network Inc.

Present in the contract signing were GMA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Felipe L. Gozon, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Felipe S. Yalong,  Officer In-Charge of Entertainment TV Lilybeth G. Rasonable, Vice President for Entertainment Marivin T. Arayata, Vice President for Drama Redgie A. Magno, Assistant Vice President for Alternative Productions Gigi S. Lara, Assistant Vice President for Corporate Communications Angel Javier - Cruz; Assistant Vice President for Talent Branding and Imaging Simoun S. Ferrer, Program Manager Charles Koo, and father of Kobe and Andre, Benjie Paras.

REEL DEAL: The Book of Life SPOTLIGHT

20th Century Fox & Reel FX Animation Studios cast CHANNING TATUM and ZOË SALDANA  in “THE BOOK OF LIFE”

20th Century Fox Animation and Reel FX Animation Studios announced casting for the companies’ animated comedy “The Book of Life,” which 20th Century Fox releases in theaters worldwide on October 2014.

“The Book of Life” stars Channing Tatum, Zoë Saldana, Diego Luna, Christina Applegate, Ice Cube, Kate del Castillo and Ron Perlman, produced by acclaimed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro and directed by Jorge Gutierrez. Gutierrez also wrote the screenplay with Doug Langdale.

REEL DEAL: Cameron Diaz Devours In The Crime Thriller "The Counselor"

Renowned filmmaker Ridley Scott whose genre-defying films such as “Gladiator,” “Black Hawk Down,” “Alien” and “American Gangster” takes the crime-thriller genre a notch higher in his latest movie “The Counselor.”

“The Counselor” brings together a dream cast that includes Michael Fassbender, Cameron Diaz, Penelope Cruz, Javier Bardem and Brad Pitt.  The characters co-exist in the dark, tough and merciless world of drug cartel where a lawyer known only as the Counselor (Fassbender) is lured into the excitement, danger and easy-money of drug-trafficking, but finds that his momentary decision leads him on a downward spiral of unstoppable events and fatal consequences. The Counselor finds himself way out of his depth when an unplanned series of events lead to tragic consequences for both him and his fiancée, Laura (Penélope Cruz).  Cruz’s real-life husband, Javier Bardem plays Reiner, a larger-than-life nightclub owner who brings The Counselor into the shady deal. 

Fresh, young filmmakers and outdoor movie screening highlight the first ever NuCinema: NUVALI Outdoor Film Festival

Flowers in full bloom. Families enjoying sweet and leisurely time together in the park. Young lovers by the lake caught in the giddy thrills of first romance. Captured on film, these images of man and nature beautifully co-existing are a joy to watch.

On October 26, the fifteen (15) finalists of the first ever NuCinema: NUVALI Short Film Competition will be revealed.

Mounted in association with the Asia Pacific Film Institute, SkyCable and Ayala Cinemas, The NuCinema NUVALI Short Film Competition aims to uplift, promote, and celebrate the local film industry and help new talents as well to realize their dreams of becoming filmmakers.

MUSIC LYF: MATCHBOX TWENTY Lights Up Manila Stage on November 8

Anyone who grew up in the ‘90s would attest that it was the best decade ever. From the unique catchphrases (“As if”, “Whatever”, “Wassup”) to the grunge fashion statements, from epic films to memorable sitcoms, from the birth of the Walkman® to the most defining moments of ‘90s music --- hands down as it had witnessed the rise of some of the most incredible bands and artists of all time.

This November 8th, be ready to be taken back to the glory years of the ‘90s as popular American pop rock group Matchbox Twenty lights up the stage of the Mall of Asia Arena with nothing but their greatest and most unforgettable hits.

Rob Thomas, Paul Doucette, Kyle Cook and Brian Yale collectively known as Matchbox Twenty brought us smash hits such as “Push”, “Bent,” “Unwell”, “If You’re Gone” and “Smooth”. Part of their tour repertoire is from their latest North album which includes the singles “Our Song”, “Put Your Hands Up” and “She’s So Mean.”

Bet On Your Baby Praised, Tops Ratings With Pilot Episode

Ratings and feedback revealed that ABS-CBN’s newest game show “Bet On Your Baby” proved to be an instant hit among television viewers with a well-received pilot episode that aired last Saturday (October 19).

Based on data from Kantar Media, “Bet On Your Baby” premiered to garner a national TV rating of 26.1%, nearly doubling that of its rival program, GMA’s “24 Oras Weekend,” which earned 14.4%.

Aside from that, the show’s official hashtag #BetOnYourBabyPH soared to the top of Twitter’s trending lists all over the country, paired with positive reviews and praises for the program.