Myx TV GM Miguel Santos Honored in NAMIC 2017’s Luminaries Class

The prestigious National Association for Multi-Ethnicity in Communications (NAMIC) held last week its awards luncheon as part of Diversity Week during the 31st Annual NAMIC Conference at the New York Marriott Marquis where it presented the Next Generation Leaders Awards in partnership with Multichannel News and honored NAMIC’s 2017 Luminaries Class which recognized emerging executives of color.

A Leader's Defining Moment Shines in New "Darkest Hour" Trailer

The new trailer for director Joe Wright’s historical drama Darkest Hour starring Gary Oldman as legendary British Prime Minister Winston Churchill has been unveiled by Focus Features and may be seen at:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uipmoviesph/videos/1713484288725964/

YouTube: https://youtu.be/m_qrh_i4Esg

A thrilling and inspiring true story begins on the eve of World War II as, within days of becoming Prime Minister of Great Britain, Winston Churchill (Academy Award nominee Gary Oldman) must face one of his most turbulent and defining trials: exploring a negotiated peace treaty with Nazi Germany, or standing firm to fight for the ideals, liberty and freedom of a nation. As the unstoppable Nazi forces roll across Western Europe and the threat of invasion is imminent, and with an unprepared public, a skeptical King, and his own party plotting against him, Churchill must withstand his darkest hour, rally a nation, and attempt to change the course of world history.

How Epic Was "Maynila The Musical"?

Just saw "Maynila Sa Mga Kuko ng Liwanag The Musical" this week and it was surprizingly good.  Usually it is quite risky to stage a production this big plus the fact that it is also a musical. 

As many of Manila's theater goers are familiar with English adaptations,  Maynila The Musical stands out as proof that Filipinos does have powerful talents on Theater. Led by direk Joel Lamangan,  the project showcases his vision of showing social injustice which he has also shown in his films. 

Turn On as Star World Rebrands to FOX life

Launched on October 1 2017, FOX Networks Group Asia’s (FNGA) popular StarWorld will rebrand as FOX life, becoming a truly global brand. The new look - unveiled on October 1 2017, will incorporate a new name, identity, brand tagline and logo designed to deliver an innovative, entertaining and commercial channel brand, with a programming mix designed to appeal to a broad cross section of females and to provide co-viewing opportunities.

Since launching StarWorld in 1995, FNGA has been committed to its mission of providing the very best of entertainment in the region and providing audiences with exclusive access to premium dramas, comedy, reality TV shows, global award shows and exciting original productions.  

ASUS brings to life World’s Thinnest and Lightest Laptops with New Brand Ambassador Maureen Wroblewitz

(From left): Anvey Factora, Head of Marketing, Verlyn Perez, Microsoft
Consumer and Devices Sales, Maureen Wroblewitz, ASUS Consumer Notebook
Brand Ambassador, George Su, ASUS Systems Group Country Manager,
 Ana Regala, Consumer Notebook Product Marketer, Joey Nocom,
Country Product Manager

Coming from a phenomenal 20x growth in sales from 2011 to 2016, ASUS is set to break new records fronting the latest in top-of-the-line notebook innovations. The country’s no. 1 premium brand in consumer laptops opens its 10th anniversary this year with its most premium line to date; featuring the world’s thinnest 2in1 – the ZenBook Flip S – which has finally arrived in Manila. To embody this new profile and to further amplify its elegance and style is no other than the Grand Winner of Asia’s Next Top Model (AsNTM) Cycle 5 Maureen Wroblewitz, who has shown that when style and technology intertwines – a heightened level of influence emerge.

Upholding its standards in offering accessible premium laptops, ASUS launches an entire line of  NEW ZenBook laptops that fully interprets the redefined lifestyle of the modern and stylish consumer: chic, dynamic, and aspirational.

“Just like our newest ASUS notebook collection that perfectly marries innovation and style, Maureen’s win at the Asia’s Next Top Model competition has sparked revolution in the fashion industry; the kind of synergy that makes our premium notebook line and Maureen redefine the word luxury. At ASUS, we bring forward the best notebooks to complement a lifestyle that is both high-powered and elegant. We welcome everyone to the world of thinnest notebook innovations with our ASUS ZenBook and VivoBook modern devices,” shares Anvey Factora, Head of Marketing for ASUS Philippines.

As Joi, Ana de Armas Embodies Love in "Blade Runner 2049"

A Cuban-born actress who has become one of Spain’s and America’s rising stars, Ana de Armas (War Dogs, Knock Knock) appears opposite Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford in Columbia Pictures' futuristic action-thriller Blade Runner 2049.

(Watch the film's Blade Runner 2049: Joi Featurette at http://youtu.be/5AHgLVBx0rc.)

Harrison Ford Revisits Rick Deckard Role in "Blade Runner 2049"

Harrison Ford, who turned Blade Runner’s Rick Deckard into one of his most indelible onscreen portraits now reprises the role in Columbia Pictures' futuristic action-thriller Blade Runner 2049.

(Watch the film's spot titled Stunning Review at http://youtu.be/081x20mMYFY.)

The highly awaited follow-up to Ridley Scott's 1980s original classic, Blade Runner 2049 is directed by Academy Award-nominee Denis Villeneuve (Prisoners, Sicario, Arrival).