2014 09/26-10/02
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Happy Birthday to the following October celebrants in the FELIPE FAMILY (based in Maryland & California) originally from Malibay, Pasay City, Philippines:
Ernesto (Oct 6) 1st left standing, Tessie (Oct 7) 4th left standing, Brigida (Oct 8) rightmost seated, Ver (Oct 11) 3rd right standing.
Also in the picture are siblings, Rodrigo, Minda, Rolando, Generoso, Vivian
Leony, Josie and Lydia.
Fil-Am fashion designer, Crisanta Malig (middle) presented the latest designed by Jamie Chua during her fashion show at the Fort McKinley last August 23. (Photo by Richard Lao, CPA,MSMOT)
The feast of Our Lady of Penafrancia was celebrated last September 20 at the Marina Park in San Leandro. Bicolanos from different cities of the region came together to celebrate to honor the Virgin of Penafrancia, Shown in photo is one of the host, Nona Tolentino (standing 5th from left) with other Bicolanos from Iriga City. (Photo by Richard Lao, CPA,MSMOT)
Alexandra Drechler (hosted and sang) and Krystal (choreographed) were at the Crisanta Malig fashion show at the Fort McKinley last August 23. Photo by Richard Lao
Aiza Seguerra's High on Love (with Liza Dino) concert made it to San Francisco last September 14 at Fort McKinley. ElizaRica Anderson (standing in the middle) and the crew of the Creative E Prod, LLC. Photo by Richard Lao
Krystal Shine of Cebu performed during the concert of Yolanda's 70's 80's & 90's held last September 20 at the Fort McKinley. L-R: Agnes Torres, Yolanda Siracusa, and the star of the show, Krystal. Photo by Richard Lao
Richard Lao appeared at the concert of Yolanda's 70's 80's & 90's held last September 20 at the Fort McKinley. Photo by Krystar Shines, the Star of the Show
Concerts/Theatre
The Gifted
Fresh from the box-office success of its teen-oriented rom-com Talk Back and You’re Dead, comes Viva Films’ newest release, the comedy The Gifted, starring Anne Curtis, Sam Milby and Cristine Reyes (photo, from left).
Written and directed by Chris Martinez, The Gifted reunites former sweethearts Anne and Sam onscreen four years since their controversial real-life breakup.
It likewise brings back screen goddesses Anne and Cristine in a major Viva vehicle after their marked solo stints in the company’s more recent blockbuster, the adult drama No Other Woman. This also marks Anne’s big-screen comeback after a two-year hiatus.
In The Gifted, Anne and Cristine essay roles fans have never seen them in before.
The Gifted is a dark comedy Filipino movie produced by Viva Films and directed by Chris Martinez, "The Gifted" hits theatres nationwide September 3, 2014.
ELEMENTOGMA's Halloween Series airs this October Every creature has a story of goodness – this is the message behind GMA’s Halloween Special Series ELEMENTO. Elementos or entities of the dark have long been perceived as evildoers who preyon unwilling human victims. ELEMENTO allows viewers a peek into the other side – perhaps elementals are also victims – and we humans the first to sow fear by destroying their natural world. In ELEMENTO, the elementals are all fighting for a cause – a manananggal for theprotection of children (played by Glaiza de Castro), a kapre and his best friend (played by Kuya Bodjie Pascua) for the preservation of the forest, a beautiful river fairy (portrayed by Solenn Heussaff) against water pollution, and many more. The program shows the elementals as they fall in love, rear their children and protect the legacy of their own kind. Watch creatures from Philippine myths and folklore come to life – but with a twist- in the upcoming ELEMENTO. The show launches on October 13, only on GMA Pinoy TV.
Kapuso young actor Miguel Tanfelix gives back
Miguel Tanfelix, who played the lead character of the recently concluded top-rating family drama series Niño, continues to inspire and bring joy to his supporters. Last September 18, the GMA Artist Center star celebrated his birthday in advance with persons with disabilities of Dr. Jose P. Rizal Elementary School in Dasmariñas, Cavite.
Loud cheers and applause welcomed Miguel, who brought along his Niño co-star and good friend Renz Valerio. The special event got even livelier with Tess Bomb as the host. Also present was Miguel’s family who came in full force.
Miguel made every moment count, making sure his fans enjoyed the afternoon celebration. The birthday celebrant presented a dance and song number which delighted the audience. He even joined the games while being in character as Niño.
The 16-year-old was a darling to his fans as he approached the kids, took selfies with them, and signed autographs.
The kids for their part surprised Miguel with a dance number and both Miguel and Renz joined their performance.
Just as Miguel was about to distribute snacks, he received a phone call from Bianca Umalithat brought kilig to their fans because they heard the conversation of both tween stars.
“Hi, Miguel! Nami-miss ko na ‘yung araw-araw kitang nakakasama. I’ll see you very soon,” said Bianca. Miguel and Bianca’s loveteam in Niño endeared them to their fans. Both Bianca and Miguel could still be seen on Ismol Family and Sunday All Stars.
Before Bianca said goodbye to Miguel, she took time to greet and thank the supporters of their team-up. Miguel later admitted that he was touched with Bianca’s effort to call him despite the latter’s busy schedule.
Miguel also shared that he couldn’t be more grateful for the chance he’d been given to bond with some of his fans. According to the StarStruck Kids alum, he personally picked to celebrate his birthday with the special kids of Dr. Jose P. Rizal Elementary School. It was made possible with the help of GMA Artist Center, his family, and sponsors.
“Dahil po sa ginampanan kong role ni Niño, naintindihan ko 'yung kalagayan nila, na kailangan nila ng atensyon, na 'yung treatment sa kanila dapat parang normal na tao din kasi mayroon din silang feelings na pwedeng masaktan,” shared Miguel.
The school administrators expressed their gratitude for having been chosen by Miguel. According to them, the fun-filled celebration was a first—and will go down as one of the most memorable events held in the school.
Miguel will be part of the “Kapusong Pinoy sa L.A.” concert, organized by GMA Pinoy TV, the flagship international channel of GMA Network, in cooperation with Polaris Media and Marketing. It will be held on September 27 at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center in Redondo Beach, California. The show starts at 6:30 PM. For ticket reservations, the number to call is 310-989-4523. (30)
Becoming Bulletproof
Directed by Michael Barnett
Produced by Theodore James
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Becoming Bulletproof
Duration: 80 mins
Country of Origin: USA, 2013
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Becoming Bulletproof - SYNOPSIS
At California’s Zeno Actors Camp, disabled people band together to make an old-fashioned Western costume drama in which they contribute to every element of the production and play starring roles. Michael Barnett documents their endeavour, celebrating the discipline and creativity demanded by such an undertaking while also calling into question why we so rarely see actual disabled actors on the big screen.
A uniquely diverse group of people from across the U.S. take on leading roles in a rip roaring Western, filmed on location and vintage Hollywood sets. This riveting “film within a film” immerses us in a dynamic, inclusive world of discipline, play, and transformation, raising questions about why we so rarely see real disabled actors on the big screen?
In this film we see that disability is not the story of someone else: it is our story, of who we are or may become. Full of expressive and intimate voices, "Becoming Bulletproof" takes us inside the filmmaking process to reveal vibrant human bonds, hilarious musical interludes and powerful insights. As A.J. himself says: “Sometimes people's standards for me or people with disabilities are low, and I just want everyone to know to just give everyone, regardless of disability or not, it's ok to raise your standard. You haven't seen nothing yet. Expect a little bit more and people with disability will surprise you. I want my legacy to be I want disability to be the norm. I want us to have a seat at the table in pop culture.”
YOU'RE NOT YOU
Academy Award® winner Hilary Swank (Conviction, Million Dollar Baby) and rapidly rising star Emmy Rossum ("Shameless")intertwine in You're Not You, a surprisingly funny, defiantly unsentimental and starkly moving portrait of a high-stakes friendship between two women - one literally in need of a voice, the other discovering the full power of hers.
Kate (Swank) is a suave, successful classical pianist just diagnosed with ALS (commonly known as Lou Gehrig's Disease). Bec (Rossum) is a brash college student and would-be rock singer who can barely keep her wildly chaotic affairs, romantic and otherwise, together. Yet, when Bec takes a job assisting Kate, just as Kate's marriage to Evan (Josh Duhamel) hits the skids, both women come to rely on what becomes an unconventional, sometimes confrontational and fiercely honest bond. As meticulous, willful Kate begins to rub off on whirlwind, spontaneous Bec - and vice versa - both women find themselves facing down regrets, exploring new territory and expanding their ideas of who they want to be.
Two-time Tony Award winner and theatre legend George C. Wolfe directs this powerful portrait of a transformational friendship with a cast that includes Emmy Award winner Loretta Devine, Ernie Hudson, Frances Fisher, Oscar® winner Marcia Gay Harden, Emmy nominee Jason Ritter, Julian McMahon, Ali Larter and Andrea Savage.
You're Not You is a DPP presentation in association with Di Novi Pictures and 2S Films. The screenplay is by Shana Feste (Country Strong) and Jordan Roberts (March of the Penguins), based upon the novel by Michelle Wildgen. The producers are Prince Azim of DPP, Alison Greenspan of Di Novi Pictures, and Molly Smith and Hilary Swank of 2S Films. The executive producers are Rhian Williams, Joanne Podmore, Denise Di Novi and Ellen H. Schwartz.
Release Date: October 10, 2014 (NY/LA and VOD)
Distributor: eOne Films US
Director: George Wolfe
Writer: Shana Feste, Jordan Roberts (screenplay) and Michelle Wildgen (story)
Featuring Hilary Swank, Emmy Rossum, Frances Fisher and Josh Duhamel
Run Time: 102 min
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