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Let the hunt begin: Kraven The Hunter is here

The origin story of Kraven The Hunter is what is going to happen here and I do not think that should come as a surprise as to why he got a solo movie since he is probably the second most legendary...

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Finally, a full spotlight on local bands and artists in revamped Eat Bulaga

Nothing warms my heart more than to see local bands that cover both the indie and mainstream hemispheres of the local scene get major exposure on a daily basis in a segment provided for them in the...

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Everybody’s a winner in the new and unbeatable ‘Eat Bulaga’

Finally, the right steps are being taken to secure the revamped Eat Bulaga its place, timeslot, and permanent home on local television. I, for one, am elated that the “insurances” necessary are being...

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Barbie turned woke

So, I saw Barbie. Without question, this is a woke propaganda piece of a movie that is disguised to be seemingly innocent, unassuming, and a faithful depiction of Barbie. But given all the official...

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The genius in the stupidities of Beavis and Butt-Head

I have enjoyed rediscovering a small piece of my youth by watching Mike Judge’s Beavis and Butt-Head which has had a very successful comeback on television. It has been a blast to go down memory lane...

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The Blue Beetle movie is Iron Man and Guyver rolled into one

No way that the resident comic book and superhero movie critic of the overall Number 1 news and entertainment-based website in the country (INQUIRER.net) will not do a comprehensive, informative and...

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‘Rebel Moon,’ a visual timeline of how far filmmaker Zack Snyder has evolved

Say what you want about Zack Snyder but there’s no denying the famed director is a visionary. He has always been viewed as that ever since his breakout hit ‘300’ in movie theatres way back in 2006....

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Freddie Mercury is not with us but his music lives on

There will be only one Freddie Mercury. His was a voice that could rise to the heavens, inspire anyone who could hear it, and motivate them to become artists themselves. I, for one, got to discover on...

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Viva Films’‘Instant Daddy’ is a movie for the entire family to enjoy

Director Crisanto B. Aquino is hands-down, one of the best directors for wholesome, family-oriented, and drama movies that the industry has seen in years. I personally see a lot of talent in him that...

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Regal’s ‘Shake, Rattle, & Roll EXTREME’ is not holding back on frights, thrills

In the Philippines, ‘Shake, Rattle, & Roll’ is the equivalent of ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ in terms of the number of sequels that have spanned decades. Although Shake, Rattle, and Roll movies...

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Meet Tyronne Escalante, the manager of Jane De Leon and Angel Guardian

There is always an amazing manager behind an actor’s success. The manager has to be finely attuned to his talent’s strong points as well as to his weaker points. From there he calibrates and determines...

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‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ is the newest pop-culture phenomenon

“Five Nights at Freddy’s” is the newest pop-culture phenomenon. Seriously, a modern horror movie that is as entertaining, humorous, imaginative, thrilling and interesting as this one has not come...

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‘Lovers/Liars’ primetime TV series is the newest Regal, GMA partnership

What happens when you have two stalwarts of the entertainment industry join forces to produce and release a primetime drama television series? You can only get the best of what it can possibly be. Now,...

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Lovers/Liars is Claudine Barretto’s fitting comeback as primetime TV drama queen

‘Lovers/Liars’ from Regal Entertainment, Inc. and GMA Network promises to be another gathering of the stars from both camps, thus ensuring that when it comes to the outstanding qualities of the young...

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Let’s walk the Red Carpet Premiere with the stars of ‘Shake, Rattle & Roll...

What a super star-studded Red Carpet Premiere that was for “Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme”. It was one for the books and a testament that local cinema is getting back on the right track with quality...

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‘Shake, Rattle & Roll: Extreme,’ a movie review

Trying to find that balance of releasing a movie that appeals both to the intellectual in you and the movie fan in you is no easy feat to achieve. But with ‘Shake, Rattle & Roll: Extreme‘ that fine...

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‘Twas a wonderful night of the year at the 2023 Regal Christmas Party

Joy, excitement, and fun filled the air at the recently concluded Regal Christmas party. Extravaganza, food galore, prizes in abundance. The spirit of love and loyalty overflowed freely that a close...

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‘Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F’ is more than Eddie Murphy’s return to iconic role

I would never imagine that in this day and age when things have put a stop for most mainstream movies to be fun, entertaining, and happy, it has been a nearly virtual impossibility to have a movie that...

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‘Aliens’ is the best sci-fi, action, horror movie ever made

Can you imagine in the far distant future in a colony planet an elite commando unit doing battle with the Xenomorphs? And the one advising them is none other than the iconic movie character of...

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‘Tropic Thunder’ is a movie that you got to watch or rewatch

This is perhaps the greatest movie about a war movie being made. Nope, just kidding. This is the best mock behind-the-scenes/making of a war movie composed of excellent actors portraying the dumbest...

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‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ feels like a real Ghostbusters movie

I bet some people are scratching their heads with the title of my newest entertainment-article. Well, let me explain, as to why I chose that title. But before that, let me say the following first. I do...

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Let us give ‘Madame Web’ a chance

Well, what can you say? Lately, feeling excited about an upcoming MCU movie or a movie studio associated with Marvel Entertainment is getting hard. Except for ‘Deadpool 3’, that is. For the most part...

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X-Men ’97? You bet, I will watch it

Things are about to change for the better for the fans of anything to do with Marvel because when X-Men ’97 begins streaming on Disney+, this will be a chance for everyone who was too young during the...

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‘The Fantastic Four’ movie — a third time around for Marvel to get it right

There is an upcoming “The Fantastic Four” movie in the works from Marvel Studios. This will be the third time in over 20 years that there will be another attempt to get “Marvel’s First Family” in the...

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‘The Crow’ reboot is on its way to cinemas

The mere idea of trying to remake a commercial and cult hit of ‘The Crow’, which starred the late Brandon Lee, the son of legendary martial artist and actor Bruce Lee, is a real head-scratcher.  And...

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Akira Toriyama and the Enduring Legacy of Dragon Ball Z

Akira Toriyama, the beloved artist behind the legendary anime series Dragon Ball Z, had left an everlasting impact on the world of entertainment. Originating as a manga in Japan during the 1980s,...

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Taylor Swift: Reasons why I believe she is a global phenomenon

Although I’m not a big fan of Taylor Swift‘s music, I can say that I was already a seasoned music critic and columnist when her very first major record album was released, along with her hit songs. I...

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News on the sequels to ‘Prey’, ‘Scream VI’, and ‘Venom: Let There Be Carnage’

Calling all fans of the Predator franchise! Get ready to immerse yourself in the newest sequel of the prequel series, ‘Prey’. This upcoming movie promises to be a thrilling adventure that will...

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Three emerging pop artists who are making waves in the music industry

If you’re looking for new and exciting pop music, I recommend checking out three emerging pop artists from the States who are making waves in the music industry. First on the list is Olivia Rodrigo. At...

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Celebrating 32 years of Spawn in Image Comics

Spawn, created by Todd McFarlane, has captured the hearts of comic book enthusiasts for over three decades, becoming a beloved superhero. This is an impressive achievement for McFarlane, who is a...

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‘Alien: Romulus’ promises to be a thrilling cinematic experience

The official teaser trailer for ‘Alien: Romulus‘ is stunning in its simplicity, directness, and authenticity. It delivers precisely what fans have been eagerly anticipating from an Alien film that...

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Beetlejuice: The mischievous ghost in a black and white suit is back

After years of anticipation, the highly-awaited sequel to Beetlejuice, aptly named ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,’ is finally coming out, and it will be directed by the one and only Tim Burton. Tim Burton...

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‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ marks the triumphant return of Will Smith, Martin...

“Bad Boys: Ride or Die” is the latest soon-to-be addition to the Bad Boys movie franchise that has been active on and off for decades. The upcoming big-budget Hollywood movie stars “Bad Boys” Will...

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Star Wars enigma

There is no way to contain the importance of Star Wars in popular culture. Yes, it has not been the same Star Wars ever since its creator, director, and writer George Lucas sold it to Disney, but it...

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Godzilla: The Titan of Franchises in Hollywood

I have been contemplating writing an article about Godzilla for some time now. I have decided to revisit one of my earliest writing styles for this one, which you will see below. My short thoughts are...

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My Top 5 Limp Bizkit Songs

Limp Bizkit, a band often subject to criticism and negative press, embodies the enduring spirit of the music industry. The band emerged in the mid-1990s with a distinctive fusion of nu-metal and...

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Why Batman (1989) is still the best of all of them

Comic book fans have recognized and adored Batman for decades as one of the most prominent superheroes. Nevertheless, the release of Tim Burton’s Batman in 1989 not only achieved immense financial...

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Blade: The Marvel movie before the MCU

Suppose we release Blade (1998) in its entirety today, uncompromised in its storyline, themes, action sequences, violent content, profanity, and starring Wesley Snipes (“Blade“) at the same age he was...

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‘Fallout’ success will lead to more faithful adaptations of popular video games

Indeed, faithfulness to the source is a common desire when adapting a video game into a movie or series. And with Fallout‘s success, that is where it is leading. And, yes, of course, the streaming...

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‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ will blow everyone’s minds away

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman will be the most adult-filled fun entertainment out of Marvel Studios because you have the two most violent Marvel comic book...

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