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Hakone and Mt. Fuji

Hakone and Mt. Fuji

Mt. Fuji is shy, it rarely can be seen. During our trip on October 31, we are lucky to see Japan's most beautiful mountain.

Kamakura Temple Japan

Kamakura Temple Japan

Asian three-fold mirror; Reflections

Filipino Filmmaker Brillante Mendoza is among the three directors tapped by Tokyo International Film Festival and Japan Foundation to create “Asian three-fold mirror; Reflections” a trilogy that depicts the intertwining of stories among Asian nations. Asian Collaboration Brings Out the Best of All Worlds<br />
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The collaboration, which will continue until the <b>2020 Olympics and Paralympics</b>, brings together Asian directors of global renown to create portraits of a character living in the region who is connected in some manner to another Asian country, and requires that they shoot on location in an Asia.<br />
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The rest was left up to the directors, who reflected unique perspectives on their own nation’s society and culture, like the images in a three-fold mirror. Under lead producer <b>Takeo Hisamatsu</b>, the films are being created to help deepen mutual understanding and empathy through the powerful medium of cinema, and to provide opportunities to explore today’s Asian identity and ways of living.<br />
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For <b>Brillante Ma Mendoza</b>, shooting for the first time outside his native Philippines to make SHINUMA (Dead Horse), the greatest discovery was that even a flight cancellation in snowy Hokkaido could be incorporated into his film, with cast and crew adapting readily to the change.<br />
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For Japanese director <b>Isao Yukisada</b>, who shot his film Pigeon in Malaysia, it was the realization that each nation’s crew has its own shooting culture, but that the best collaborative filmmaking should make room for both.<br />
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For <b>Sotho Kulikar</b>, whose Beyond the Bridge was lensed in her native Cambodia, it was that the <a href="http://thewebmagazine.blogspot.jp/2016/10/asian-three-fold-mirror-reflections.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">cultures of Japan</a> and Cambodia merged comfortably in the course of creating the film.<br />
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Asian three-fold mirror; Reflections

Filipino Filmmaker Brillante Mendoza is among the three directors tapped by Tokyo International Film Festival and Japan Foundation to create...

#Shishomob by Team Beauti4

In my last trip to Asakusa in Tokyo, Japan I've found this interesting mob by a group of four Japanese girls.<br />
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Upon seeing their small sign  #shishomob, It reminded me of a similar scene in the movie Step Up.<br />
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Team Beauti4 is a dance unit of 4 girls who dance for fun.  Shisho means teacher in Japanese, it is a popular character from comic called "Higanjima". One of the member is a big fan of the Higanjima and that's how they have decided to use the mask for thr Halloween prank flush mob as their first challenge.<br />
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The <a href="http://dodadancing.wixsite.com/shishomob/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">four ladies</a> are composed of professional dancers who usually dance for different theme parks, some of them are teachers at dance studio and choreographers.<br />
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東京スカイツリー👊🏻✨<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%E6%9D%B1%E4%BA%AC%E3%82%B9%E3%82%AB%E3%82%A4%E3%83%84%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC?src=hash">#東京スカイツリー</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/skytree?src=hash">#skytree</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/flushmob?src=hash">#flushmob</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%E3%83%95%E3%83%A9%E3%83%83%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%A2%E3%83%96?src=hash">#フラッシュモブ</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/shishomob?src=hash">#shishomob</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%E5%B8%AB%E5%8C%A0%E3%83%A2%E3%83%96?src=hash">#師匠モブ</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%E6%B5%85%E8%8D%89?src=hash">#浅草</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Asakusa?src=hash">#Asakusa</a> <a href="https://t.co/IGhCPGet8x">pic.twitter.com/IGhCPGet8x</a></div>
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Catch their latest performance in Asakusa:<br />
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#Shishomob by Team Beauti4

In my last trip to Asakusa in Tokyo, Japan I've found this interesting mob by a group of four Japanese girls. Upon seeing their small ...

Asakusa Temple, Japan

Asakusa Temple, Japan

Meryl Streep at the Tokyo International Film Festival

Meryl Streep at the Tokyo International Film Festival

Asian Three-Fold Mirror at Tokyo International Film Festival 2016

Asian Three-Fold Mirror at Tokyo International Film Festival 2016

Die Beautiful Red Carpet at Tokyo International Film Festival 2016

Die Beautiful Red Carpet at Tokyo International Film Festival 2016

Rare Moments of Charo Santos and Jaclyn Jose

Rare Moments of Charo Santos and Jaclyn Jose

SHINIUMA - Dead Horse, #Asian3Mirror

SHINIUMA - Dead Horse, #Asian3Mirror

MA' ROSA, showing November 30 in France

MA' ROSA, showing November 30 in France

Meryl Streep attends 29th Tokyo International Film Fest

Meryl Streep will appear on the Red Carpet of the <b>29th Tokyo International Film Festival.</b><br />
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<b>Florence Foster Jenkins</b> is based on the true story of an endearing diva who became a legend when she attracted a full house at New York’s Carnegie Hall, despite being a terrible singer.<br />
Stephen Frears, director of The Queen and Philomena, teams up with Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant for his latest film.<br />
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Meryl Streep will appear on the Red Carpet and attend the Opening Ceremony to be held tomorrow, October 25.<br />
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The 29th TIFF will take place from October 25 to November 3, 2016 at Roppongi Hills, EX Theater Roppongi and other venues in Tokyo.

Meryl Streep attends 29th Tokyo International Film Fest

Meryl Streep will appear on the Red Carpet of the 29th Tokyo International Film Festival. Ahead of the 29th Tokyo International Film Fest...

Jaclyn Jose celebrates Birthday

Jaclyn Jose celebrates her 53rd birthday today.<br />
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In a surprise birthday party held during her taping of TV sitcom A1 Ko Sa'yo the cast gave her a big lechon baboy as a gift.<br />
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When asked what is her wish in life, she said "OSCARS"<br />
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<a href="http://thewebmagazine.blogspot.com/2016/10/bts-ma-rosa.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jaclyn Jose</a> and Charo Santos were recognized by the Film Development Council of the Philippines last October 18 for their work in the industry. They had an emotional meeting at the FDCP Cinematheque.<br />
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MA' ROSA is our submission to the Best Foreign Language Film category of the 2017 Academy Awards.

List of nominees for the Oscar Best Foreign Language Film category will be announced on January 24, 2017.

Jaclyn Jose celebrates Birthday

Jaclyn Jose celebrates her 53rd birthday today. In a surprise birthday party held during her taping of TV sitcom A1 Ko Sa'yo the cast ...

BPE JC De Vera won Best Actor

<span style="font-family: inherit;">In this year's QCinema JC de Vera won best actor while Laila Ulao won the best actress..</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span>At the awards night held on Wednesday, October 19, at the QCX museum, the winners are:<br />
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Audience Choice Award for Short film – Contestant # 4<br />
Audience Choice Award for Feature film– Patay na si Hesus<br />
Gender Sensitivity Award – Patay na si Hesus<br />
Best Supporting Actress – Vangie Labalan, Ang Manananggal sa Unit 23B<br />
Best Supporting Actor: Taha Daranda, Women of the Weeping River<br />
Best Screenplay – Joseph Laban and Denise o' Hara, Purgatoryo<br />
Best Artistic Contribution – Cinematography, Baboy Halas<br />
Best Director – Prime Cruz, Ang Manananggal sa Unit 23B<br />
<b>Best Actor: JC de Vera</b>, Best. Partee. Ever.<br />
Best Actress: Laila Ulao, Women of the Weeping River<br />
Netpac Jury Prize for Best Picture: Baboy Halas
Circle Competition<br />
Best Picture: Women of the Weeping River<br />
Asian Next Wave Best Film – The Apprentice<br />
Special Citation Award – By The Time It Gets Dark, Anocha Suwichakornpong<br />
#QCShorts Jury Prize – Papa’s Shadow<br />
Best Short Film – Hondo<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Best. Partee. Ever. <b>Screening Dates</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">October 15. Saturday.<br />GALA NIGHT. 830pm. Gateway - Cineplex 1. ***SOLD OUT***</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">October 16. Sunday.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">630PM. Robinsons Movieworld Galleria - Cinema 8.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">October 18. Tuesday.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">1PM. Gateway Cineplex 1.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">6PM. Trinoma Cinema 1.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">830PM. Robinsons Movieworld Galleria - Cinema 7.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">October 20. Thursday.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">4PM. UP Town Center.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">6PM. Gateway - Cineplex 1.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">October 21. Friday.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">6PM. Robinsons Movieworld Galleria - Cinema 7.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">October 22. Saturday.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">1PM. Trinoma - Cinema 1.</span></div>
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</span> <span style="font-family: inherit;">After the successful transfer to Kapamilya network, Actor <b>JC De Vera</b> makes a new film for <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1222199234486794/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">QCinema</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Read <span style="background-color: white; font-weight: bold; line-height: 18.2px;">JC de Vera</span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2px;">, who plays a </span><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: bold; line-height: 18.2px;"><a href="http://entertainment.inquirer.net/203973/drug-themed-indie-showcase-provides-gender-bending-challenge-for-jc-de-vera" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">drug</a></span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2px;"><a href="http://entertainment.inquirer.net/203973/drug-themed-indie-showcase-provides-gender-bending-challenge-for-jc-de-vera" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> addict and pusher</a>  </span></span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Best Partee Ever</b> is directed by young filmmaker Howard Yambao. First-time indie filmmaker Yambao narrates city jail goings-on through the eyes of Mikey, a young, discreet gay man from the affluent class who spends five years in a city jail while hearing his case for drug pushing. </span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: inherit;">Mikey eventually finds himself as the ringleader of a group of gay inmates called “Gang-da” and together they survive the dangers lurking behind prison bars.</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: inherit;">They just finished shooting the scenes inside Pampanga city jail.</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: inherit;">Other cast includes <b>Jordan Herrera, Aaron Rivera, Cataleya Surio, Vince Del Rosario</b> and more.</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: inherit;">More BTS Photos below, mga nakaw sa facebook ni Larry, Kat at Conan. He he!</span><br />
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<b>QCINEMA 2016 - Circle Competition: </b><br />
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1. “Ang Lubong ni Hesus” written by Fatrick Tabada and directed by Victor Villanueva<br />
2. “Ang Manananggal sa Unit 22B” written by Jen Chuaunsu and directed by Prime Cruz<br />
3. “Baboy Halas” directed by Bagane Fiola<br />
4. “<b>Best. Partee. Ever.</b>” directed by HF Yambao<br />
5. “Gusto Kita With All My Hypothalamus” by Dwein Baltazar<br />
6. “Hinulid” by Kristian Cordero<br />
7. “Purgatoryo” directed by Roderick Cabrido<br />
8.“Women of the Weeping River” by Sheron Dayoc <br />
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BPE JC De Vera won Best Actor

In this year's QCinema JC de Vera won best actor while Laila Ulao won the best actress.. At the awards night held on Wednesday, October...

Much Love for Philippine Cinema

There’s so much to love about the Philippines and her people and Caffe Veloce Production is determined to make sure everyone in the country as well as in France knows it through a series of grand signature productions uniquely their own participated in by Filipino and French communities in different Filipino events, one of which will be next month headlined by Cannes winning director <b>Brillante Mendoza</b> at the Club de l’Etolle in Paris.<br />
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Caffe Veloce Production lead by Stephane Triffault and Vladelyte Valdez-Ramos was formerly a division of S 101 Trading that specialized in the import and export of coffee beans all over Europe.<br />
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Lately, the people of Caffe Veloce Production have worked towards doing more hallmark projects and in the process diversifying and expanding their reach by going into fashion, film, and participating in various international events that bring together divergent Filipino communities all over France.<br />
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Since its initial attempts to diversify were met with success, Caffe Veloce Production is confidently moving forward with its main goal to strengthen France’s relationship with the Philippines and vice-versa.<br />
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To that end, they will soon be holding a series of events designed to highlight that indeed the Philippines has a lot to offer.  Over the next months, this team will work together with the embassy and the community and corporate partners to illicit participation from a broad cross-section of the communities.<br />
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         Kicking things off on November 18, 2016 is the P-Noise Filipino Film Festival. It will be held at the Club de l’Etolle in Paris and shine a light on multi-awarded filmmaker Brillante Mendoza, whose latest work made a splash at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year. This event will be bannered by a masterclass conducted by Direk Brillante himself, as well as the Avant Premiere of his latest film, Ma’ Rosa. There are also plans to hold a retrospective of Direk Brillante’s work in June 2017, to underscore his contributions to global cinema.<br />
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“There’s so much to love about the Philippines and it's people,” shares Stephane Triffault, founder of <b>Caffe Veloce Production</b>. “We are determined to make sure everyone in the Filipino and French communities recognize the country’s potential through the works of bright talents such as director Brillante Mendoza.”<br />
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With his valuable contributions to Philippine cinema, <b>Brillante Mendoza</b> has recently been recognized as one of the country’s modern-day heroes through Johnnie Walker’s <a href="http://thewebmagazine.blogspot.com/2016/09/what-makes-modern-day-hero.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Keep Walking Philippines</a>, a campaign that aims to inspire Filipinos by highlighting incredible, real stories of heroic ambition that have made a positive difference in the lives of others. The brand supports Mendoza, whose on-going efforts continue to shine a light on Philippine cinema on a global scale.<br />
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Not afraid to show the grittier side of his hometown, the director’s no-holds barred approach to his work has persistently set him apart from his contemporaries. “Working with very limited resources, I had to create something that would make an impact,” shares Mendoza on the work he’s done. “It’s not going to be a Hollywood film definitely but it’s a film that’s very rich in content, but I think that’s our strength.”<br />
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<a href="http://www.caffe-veloce.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Caffe Veloce Production</a> is also cooking up a food festival of sorts to be held in June next year. They’re calling it the “Maharlika Trade Expo”, “Barrio Fiesta and Concert 2017” and they want it to be a showcase not just of Filipino food and music, but of different companies from the country’s agriculture and tourism sectors too.<br />
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        Lastly, the production is mounting a fashion show called “Filipina: The Fashion Show” where Filipino fashion designers and RTW companies will get to show off their latest collections alongside those by up-and-coming French designers.<br />
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       All of these events are geared towards introducing Filipino businesses to the Parisian scene. <b>Caffe Veloce Production</b> is eager to show the French community that there is a lot to do and see in the Philippines by giving them a look at what’s going on in our agriculture, education, manufacturing and of course, tourism sectors.<br />
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        Not only will this help the Philippines gain more prominence in the international community but will also be a great reminder to Filipinos everywhere that we have a lot to be proud of.<br />
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stephane@s101trading.fr , vladelyte@aol.fr or riegiap@hotmail.com.<br />
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Much Love for Philippine Cinema

There’s so much to love about the Philippines and her people and Caffe Veloce Production is determined to make sure everyone in the country ...

MA ROSA: Official Entry of PH to Oscars 2017

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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">Ma Rosa is about a family trying to cope in life through their sari-sari store and a small scale drug dealing business. The story was very timely to its release especially the current government of the Philippines launched a war against drugs. Director Brillante Mendoza is known for his approach of film, as his story is based on interviews and actual encounters. He always tells stories of powerful characters from the flight of the powerless. The film is offered to the audience as if they were part of the film.  Ma Rosa is worthy of showcasing the Philippines not just because it is socially relevant but it appeals to our sensitivity that such cases are lurking in our society. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">The Best Foreign Category for Oscars 2017 is piled with immense filmmakers in the planet. The Academy accepted 85 films for this leg of 2017, a much higher number compare to the 81 films last year. Ma Rosa landed the 9th spot according to the ranking of AwardsCircuit.com. </span><span style="font-size: 16px;">If Ma Rosa gets shorlist or won the category, this may be the highest recognition the Philippine Film industry may yet be achieved. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ever since the Philippines started passing entries to the festival, it has never been shortlisted as an official nominee for the foreign film category. </span></span></div>
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MA ROSA: Official Entry of PH to Oscars 2017

The Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) announced that the film of Brillante Mendoza, Ma Rosa has been chosen as the as official entry of...

1st Sem wins Best Feature at India filmfest

First-time feature film directors <b>Dexter Hemedez</b> and Allan Ibanez found directorial breakthrough right on their first try after they won the Debut Directors Competition at the All Lights India <b>International Film Festival</b> last September 27.<br />
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The movie actually delivered a double strike after its lead actress <b>Lotlot de Leon</b> was honored with a Sole Acting Citation for her “exceptional performance,” or as the festival would like to put it. The Indian Filmfest usually gives honorable mention to the next best film but this time around, the esteemed jury decided to give the honor to the Pinay actress. <br />
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 It is her first international acting recognition -- a feat she bagged by acting lead for a comedy just for the first time in her career.<br />
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“This victory is overwhelming for us considering that we went to India not expecting anything but just to enjoy being there,” expressed Dexter in a presscon last Tuesday who informs that the film is a comedy that does not forced itself to be and a drama told with just the right light feel to it.<br />
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The movie is set to participate at the Nazioarteko Zinetxiki Children and Youth International Film Festival to be held in Bilbao, Spain from November 14 to 27, 2016. The Hemedez-Ibanez tandem is bound to make a wave at the New Directors Section.<br />
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The Kids First! Film and Video Festival in New Mexico, USA likewise shortlisted 1st Sem in its selection and raved that “it offers a very realistic depiction of a Philippine single mother dealing with her son’s misadventures."

Watch our video interview with the team:<br />
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1st Sem wins Best Feature at India filmfest

First-time feature film directors Dexter Hemedez and Allan Ibanez found directorial breakthrough right on their first try after they won th...

Edward Benosa's new music video

Last April, Edward Benosa delivered a 25th birthday concert for his fans at the Teatrino in Greenhills.<br />
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In a presscon held on Tuesday, Edward shows <b>music video</b> for his third and latest single “Puso Kong Ito” which was nominated for PMPC Star Awards alongside entries from the likes of Juris, Sam Concepcion, Vice Ganda, and Rivermaya.<br />
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At the PMPC Star Awards for Music’s line-up for this year’s Best Music Video category, one gets the conclusion that it is loaded with established singing stars, a famous actor, and a relatively new, yet fast-rising artist.<br />
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The music video is directed by <b>Carlo Obispo</b>, not hard to recognize, especially for its scenic images and carefully edited shots. It surely helped that Obispo is into high-grade<b> film-making</b>, giving the video that short film touch instead of just plain music clip.<br />
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It features a charming ballet dancer from Ballet Manila and projects Ed’s boy-next-door charm to the fore. The pop ballad, written by <b>Vincent Velasquez</b>, complements the video like creamer to coffee.<br />
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Edward Benosa's new music video

Last April, Edward Benosa delivered a 25th birthday concert for his fans at the Teatrino in Greenhills. In a presscon held on Tuesday, Edw...

BTS: MA' ROSA

Let's review behind the scenes of the film that gave us global recognition. <br />
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Ma' Rosa is the only Filipino film included at the Cannes Film Festival 2016 in Competition category.
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<b>Jaclyn Jose</b> got the Best Actress Award, the first Filipina to win the Palm d'OR.<br />
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And now, MA' ROSA is our submission to the Best Foreign Language Film category of the 2017 Academy Awards.<br />
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List of nominees for the Oscar <b>Best Foreign Language Film</b> category will be announced on January 24, 2017.<br />
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<span style="text-align: start;">The 89th Academy Awards will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, on Feb. 26, 2017. </span></div>
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MA' ROSA is directed by BRILLANTE MENDOZA<br />
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<b>ROSA, </b>owns a small community convenience store connected
to their home in the slums of Metropolitan Manila. Together with her husband, <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>NESTOR, </b>they use their convenient store as cover-up for selling illegal narcotic, Methamphetamines. their fate changes one Saturday night when their neighbor <b>BONG-BONG, </b>who works as a fly-by-night parking attendant,<b> </b>begs her to sell him a small pack of <i>Methamphetamine</i> without knowing that it<span lang="FR">’</span>s a ploy for a pending <i><span lang="NL">buy-bust operation</span></i> by the policemen waiting outside the community.<br />
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This leads to Rosa and Nestor<span lang="FR" style="mso-ansi-language: FR;">’</span>s warrantless arrest by a police team led by Sergeant <b>CASTOR. </b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">They detain the couple </span>in the sleeping
quarters at the back of the police station eventually confiscating their
belongings, instead of going through the regular procedure. Here, the policemen
interrogate them and command Rosa rat-out their source of illegal narcotics as
trade-off to their freedom. Hesitant, Rosa has no choice but to call their
supplier, <b>JOMAR </b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">and cooperate
with the policemen that leads to his arrest. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">As they return to the
station, the policemen recover a bundle of bills worth 100,000 pesos and packs
of Methamphetamines from Jomar, demanding him to pay 100,000 pesos more before
the fiscal’s office opens on Monday or go directly to jail without bail. With
nothing to shell out, the policemen advise him to call his wife and close
relatives. But instead, Jomar calls his contact, a police chief from another
station, in an attempt to bail himself out. The policemen find out about it and
beat him up until he’s unconscious.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the station to check on him. She haggles with the policemen and settles to pay
50,000 pesos only. </span>Then Castor informs Rosa and Nestor that they now
need to pay the other 50,000 pesos to fill-up the bond putting them in such
predicament. Castor gives Rosa her cellphone and allowed her to call her family
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Brillante Mendoza is the first Filipino to compete and won in 3 major international film festivals, showing authentic Filipino stories to the world.<br />
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Rosa and Nestor<span lang="FR" style="mso-ansi-language: FR;">’</span>s
children, <b>JACKSON, RAQUEL and KERWIN </b>come to their aid. The policemen
inform them about the current situation of their parents and Rosa and Nestor
orders them to do everything to come-up with the amount. Backed against the
wall, the three has no choice but to do the unthinkable. Jackson sells all
their appliances while Ruffa painstakingly borrows money from their poor
relatives. On the other hand, Kerwin sells his body to his gay benefactor – all
of these just to buy the freedom of their parents.<o:p></o:p></div>

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