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Voices of A New, Emerging Majority Rise Up at the Successful Cinematografo International Film Festival
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov 16, 2017 --- The very first Cinematografo International Film Festival (CIFF) opened its inaugural year with a four-day exhibit of 28 films that echo the voices that tell the stories of Filipinos and Filipino-Americans.
Opening night at the AMC Dine-In Kabuki 8 Theaters saw a parade of filmmakers, celebrities, government officials, community leaders, and guests walking the red carpet just before the U.S premiere of Loy Arcens’ “Ang Larawan” (The Portrait). Director Arcenas, Lead Actor Rachel Alejandro, Producer Girlie Rodis, and Maestro Ryan Cayabyab, who wrote the music, were in attendance and participated in a Q&A with the audience right after the screening.
Good spirits, good food, and wine flowed at the Opening Night Party at the Omni Hotel in downtown San Francisco. Filmmaker Ramona Diaz was impressed, saying, “I think to get Filipino American filmmakers in one room is already an accomplishment. Cinematografo has really stepped up to the plate.” High-profile publicist David Magdael lauds that Cinematografo’s inaugural year was held in San Francisco because of the rich diversity and the strong Filipino artist base and Filipino community in the Bay Area.
Screenings throughout the four days enjoyed good attendance from movie lovers. There were those who attended all four days, having purchased the festival pass, and savored a good line-up of movies, including documentaries, feature-length narratives, shorts, and animation.
The energy was palpable throughout the festival as filmmakers, actors, creatives, and other industry representatives networked at the filmmakers’ lounge at the Kabuki in between movie screenings. Jannet Nuñez, iTVS Content Development Manager,emphasized that “any film festival that really focuses on a specific community is always important to visit, especially if you’re not part of the community, because you can learn so much.”
Festival Highlights
One of the highlights of the festival was a tribute to documentary filmmaker Ramona Diaz where her latest, award-winning film Motherland (Sundance 2017), about one of the world’s busiest maternity wards located in Manila, was screened, followed by an intimate conversation about her work and prolific career as one of the most renowned Asian women documentary makers today.
Other highlights were the various panels that featured discussions on: (1) State of the Nation(s); (2) The Minority as the New Majority; (3) Tribute to Documentary Filmmaker Ramona Diaz; and (4) Cinematografo Originals and New Projects. All panels were well-attended. Participants were excited with the launch of Cinematografo International Film Festival, and were eager to get the conversation going about finally having a platform where the unique stories of Filipinos and Filipino Americans can be told.
A New Platform for Emerging Voices of the New Majority
“What I love is you’re my people! Mga kababayan ko! (My fellow Filipinos!) So, it’s a great feeling to have our own festival,” Hollywood Actor Reggie Lee enthused. Fellow Actor Dante Basco echoed the sentiment saying, “It’s time for us Filipino Americans to really flourish as artists. We have so many stories, so many great artists. It’s about time we continue to work and produce great product and support each other.”
Bianca Catbagan, Director of “Supermodel,” one of the featured shorts, stated that,“We want to see more films by women, by people of color. Having this network is great because we see each other’s work and we can be a group that forges on together.”
Cinematografo helped amplify the voices of this generation of storytellers, providing them a platform where they could show powerful, unique stories about the Filipino and Filipino American realities.
Asian American Studies Professor, Writer and Poet Oscar Peñaranda said that Cinematografo offers a fresh perspective in its vision of shining the spotlight on stories of Filipino Americans that is not presented elsewhere. The Festival was a viable arena to showcase the voice of the community. Cinematografo Executive Director John-D Lazatingot his wish as all participants felt that the passion for storytelling was the energy that filled the Kabuki in those four days. As Cinematografo Festival Director Miguel Sevillareiterated, they want Cinematografo to be the festival where the Filipino voice refuses to stay quiet, where Filipino stories refuse to be forgotten.
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ABOUT CINEMATOGRAFO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
The CIFF is the premier event for Filipinos abroad to tell their stories, and is the platform to bring these films to the world stage.
Guided by its mission to elevate Filipino talent to the global stage, Cinematografo aims to foster, nurture, and inspire filmmakers from the Filipino diaspora. The festival serves as a platform to launch films funded and developed through one of its initiatives – Cinematografo Originals, and serves as a venue for Filipino filmmakers to express their passion for filmmaking, to share their stories of the world through a cinematic lens, and to connect them through an international industry and community network.
For more information, go to www.cinematografofilmfestival.com Follow Cinematografo on Facebook and Instagram to get updates.
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Fantasy and Reality Collide Stunningly in “Ang Panday”
DALY CITY, Calif. (January 10, 2017) – Witness a spectacular fusion of the real world and fantasia via the outstanding special effects employed in the creation of “Ang Panday”(The Blacksmith), which will be seen in theaters across the U.S. and Canada starting Friday, January 12.
In this 2017 epic comeback of the iconic Filipino hero, Coco Martin plays Flavio III, the grandson of the original Panday. His life will suddenly turn upside down when he realizes that his bloodline is destined to save humanity from the evil doings of Lizardo (Jake Cuenca), his immortal evil nemesis.
Lizardo returns from the world of darkness to once again bring havoc to the human race. With Flavio III not knowing that his bloodline is the only one capable of destroying Lizardo, he must scour different worlds to be able to gain the trust of the mythical power of the legendary sword. Like the original beloved hero, Flavio III gets to meet various characters who will join forces to help him become the rightful heir to the revered name “Ang Panday.”
“Ang Panday” also marks the directorial debut of Martin under his real name Rodel Nacianceno. Aside from directing, Martin also produced and co-wrote the action-fantasy flick under his own film production outfit, CCM Film Productions, together with Star Cinema and Viva Films.
In the movie, Martin’s leading ladies are Binibining Pilipinas International 2017 Mariel de Leon who plays Maria, Flavio's love interest, and Miss International 2016 Kylie Verzosa,who plays a diwata (fairy).
“Ang Panday” received the following awards at the Metro Manila Film Festival last December: FPJ Memorial Award for Excellence, Best in Visual Effects, Children's Choice Award, and the Special Jury Award (Directing) for Martin (Rodel Nacianceno).
This is a film for the whole family to enjoy. “Ang Panday” can be seen in theaters across the U.S. and Canada starting Friday, January 12.
Go to www.tfc-usa.com/angpanday/ for more information and to find a theater near you, or visit TFC US or TFC Canada on Facebook. Connect with fellow global Kapamilyas and follow @KapamilyaTFC and @KapamilyaGlobalPR on Twitter and Instagram.
Watch the US Trailer here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47FBmgnXnI4
Additional videos: Larawan Promo Video 30s
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“Ang Larawan” (The Portrait) Provides Magnificence and Nostalgia
DALY CITY, Calif. (January 9, 2017) – First screened at the prestigious Tokyo Film Festival, followed by its opening night showing at the inaugural Cinematografo International Film Festival in San Francisco last November, then running away with six awards at the 2017 Metro Manila Film Festival last December, “Ang Larawan” returns to the U.S. for a nationwide release starting Friday, January 12. Advanced screenings will be held at 6:30 and 8:30 P.M. on Thursday, January 11 at the New People’s Cinema at 1746 Post Street in San Francisco.
Set before World War II in Intramuros, Manila, Philippines, “Ang Larawan” tells the plight of sisters Candida (Joanna Ampil) and Paula (Rachel Alejandro) Marasigan, daughters of high-profile painter Don Lorenzo Marasigan.
Since Don Lorenzo has not produced a single painting for a long time, the family is in financial trouble. The spinster sisters have had to rely on their more successful siblings,Manolo (Nonie Buencamino) and Pepang (Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo), who keep urging Candida and Paula to sell the house.
To have a source of income, the sisters take in a boarder, the flippant and flamboyant vaudeville piano player, Tony Javier (Paulo Avelino). Meanwhile, Don Lorenzo becomes a recluse. The painter’s self-portrait fetches a high sum as it attracts the curiosity of many individuals which include pretentious art critics, bona fide journalist and family friendBitoy Camacho (Sandino Martin), Don Perico (Robert Arevalo) who asks the sisters to donate the portrait to the government, and Tony who tries to convince Candida and Paula to sell it to an American.
“Ang Larawan” is an ode to the passing of the world of truth and beauty, and a celebration of the tenacity of the spirit amidst the rise of materialism and consumerism.
The Variety’s Richard Kuipers describes “Ang Larawan” (The Portrait) as “impeccably performed and crisply photographed. Clearly made with the utmost love and care ‘The Portrait’ is beautifully decorated and top-notch in every technical detail.”
Stephanie Mayo of conceptnewscentral.com says it is “an important film to see this year. The music is catchy, the narrative crystal clear, and the words pierce the heart.”And Cinema Bravo’s Paolo Barazon is all praises when he said that “The actors and actresses of “Ang Larawan” deliver solid acting. That by itself is worth the price of the admission ticket.”
“Ang Larawan” is the film adaptation of “Larawan, The Musical” which was based on National Artist Nick Joaquin’s three-act English play “A Portrait of the Artist as Filipino.” The libretto was written by National Artist for Theater Rolando Tinio, with music created by iconic original Pilipino music composer Ryan Cayabyab. The musical film adaptation, screening to a global audience, is directed by multi-awarded Broadway theatrical set designer and director Loy Arcenas.
At the Metro Manila Film Festival Awards Night, last December 27, “Ang Larawan”picked up six awards: Best in Production Design, Best Musical Score for Ryan Cayabyab, Gatpuno Antonio J. Villegas Cultural Award, Posthumous Special Jury Prize for Nick Joaquin, Best Actress for Joanna Ampil, and Best Picture.
Audiences across the United States will be able to travel back to pre-war Philippines through the visual richness and musical eloquence of this film.
This time, audiences in the U.S. will get the chance to watch this powerfully articulate movie when it opens this Friday, January 12, in theaters across the country.
There will be advanced screenings will be held on Thursday, January 11, at 6:30 and 8:30 P.M. at the New People’s Cinema, 1746 Post Street in San Francisco.
What makes a hero super? Find out as the adventures of the newest defenders of the world unfold in The Revenger Squad, in theaters across the U.S. and Canada starting December 29, 2017.
TFC at the Movies ends the Year with the Adventure-Comedy
“The Revenger Squad”
DALY CITY, Calif. (Dec 22, 2017) – Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach stars in her first major movie alongside the Philippines’ Phenomenal Box-Office Star, Vice Ganda, and Certified Box-Office King, Daniel Padilla, in the biggest Filipino superhero movie of 2017 – The Revenger Squad.
The Revenger Squad is about rags maker Emerson “Emy” Mariposque (Vice Ganda) who lives with his one and only brother, mischievous Chino Mariposque (Daniel Padilla). Despite his faulty memory, he tries his very best to protect Chino from all kinds of danger.
One day, Emy discovers that Chino is the rising superhero Rapiddo. In Emy’s desire to continue to protect his brother from the dangers of being a superhero, Emy activates his own superpowers to become Gandarra. Conflict begins when eccentric villainess – Kweenie (Pia Wurtzbach) enters their lives and reveals the truth that could break their family.
At the helm of this family comedy is director of blockbuster movies, Bb. Joyce Bernal, making this movie a gathering of four of the Philippines’ biggest entertainment icons.
What makes a hero super? Is it because of their special abilities and superpowers? Or is it the innate ability of the hero to love? Will love, laughter, and joy save the day from the forces of evil? Find out and witness the adventures of the newest defenders of the world in this action-adventure-comedy for the whole family.
The Revengers Squad starts screening in theaters across the U.S. and Canada starting December 29.
Go to www.tfc-usa.com/revengersquad/ and www.tfc-ca.com/revengersquad/ for more information and to find a theater near you, or visit TFC US or TFC Canada on Facebook. Connect with fellow globalKapamilyas and follow @KapamilyaTFC and @KapamilyaGlobalPR on Twitter and Instagram.
“UNEXPECTEDLY YOURS”
Starring Sharon Cuneta, Robin Padilla, Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia
directed by blockbuster filmmaker Cathy Garcia-Molina
The current number one romantic comedy in the Philippines,
Graded A by the Cinema Evaluation Board
EXCLUSIVE PRE-SCREENING of “FINALLY FOUND SOMEONE”
August 3, 2017 (Thursday) 4-6PM
TFC Studio (2nd Floor, 2001 Junipero Serra Blvd. Daly City, CA)
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TFC@theMovies Unveils Globally “My Ex and Whys”
with Popular International Loveteam LizQuen
TFC@theMovies has brought “My Ex and Whys” –- the movie starring the widely popular loveteam of Enrique Gil and Liza Soberano also known as LizQuen, and which grossed Php31.5 million on its opening day -– to key countries worldwide:
Ø February 16 in UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman;
Ø February 17 in the U.S. and Canada;
Ø February 18 and 19 United Kingdom;
Ø February 19 Vienna in Austria; Milan and Rome in Italy, Malta; Madrid and Barcelona in Spain;
Ø February 23 in Papua New Guinea;
Ø February 24 in Saipan; and
Ø March 5 in Hong Kong.
For more updates about the film, including additional screenings, visit tfc-usa.com/exandwhys, tfc-ca.com/exandwhys, emea.kapamilya.com, and the TFC Facebook page applicable to your region. Connect with fellow global Kapamilyas, follow @KapamilyaTFC on Twitter and Instagram.
Filipino Film "My Ex and Why's" Hits US$5M
In Simultaneous Worldwide Release
TFC@theMovies scores with its international release of the English-subtitled Filipino film, “My Ex and Whys”.
DALY CITY, CA, February 24, 2017 – A romantic comedy-drama film from the Philippines that opened in theaters internationally just a week ago is illustrating solid signs of a highly welcoming global landscape for Filipino films and also encouraging possibilities for a simultaneous worldwide release.
TFC@theMovies released “My Ex and Whys” internationally around the same time said film was released in the Philippines. The combined box office take on its first week is now at USD 5 million -- USD 4 million in the Philippines and USD 1 million from screenings in the Middle East, Europe, Asia Pacific, U.S. and Canada. The film will also screen in Hong Kong on March 5.
TFC@theMovies’ “My Ex and Whys” stars the popular Filipino youth loveteam of Enrique Gil and Filipino American Liza Soberano, a San Francisco Bay Area native. It is directed by the award-winning Cathy Garcia-Molina.
“My Ex and Whys” is on its way to either equaling or surpassing the performance of three of the top-grossing Filipino films released by TFC@theMovies in 2016: “Barcelona” at USD 1.6 million; “Everything About Her” at USD 1.5 million and “Unmarried Wife” at USD 1.2 million.
The film’s commercial run is already extended in U.S. and Canada. The film is distributed by ABS-CBN International in North America. For more information, visit visit tfc-usa.com/exandwhys and tfc-ca.com/exandwhys.
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