Film Director Joyce Bernal for "Everything About Her" by Star Cinema

We're talking to Director Joyce Bernal who did this new film "Everything About Her" starring Vilma Santos, Angel Locsin and Xian Lim. A stellar cast means it would be difficult to put them into the character's shoes. Direk says "She's a given, a very good actress and I had to find something that irritates her so we can do her role. She's not a diva in real life but when she does it, she delivers. The people I meet and really look up to, that's where I got her back story. We worked on it and see what she wanted to build from that. About her in laws, about trying to prove herself. She's Vilma, she was a dream, and I got to work with her. When the script was given to me, I was so happy, that was around March last year. I haven't worked with Angel, but they're not perfect, when I read the script and analyzed it, I made them who they are. It's a long process, it's not a romcom and I admit it was really difficult to work with Angel and Xian, it was a challenge. Although I've worked with Xian and I don't have qualms with him, the characters in this movie so I had to make it easy in the scene. The role of Angel is very "Epal" and I had to think of ways to do that because she is different in her past projects."

"Xian and I was pressured because in the actors, he's the one who has to prove something and we prepared for it, he did his homework. He emails me about scenes but we end up just talking about it and talk so he gets prepared. Hopefully people wouldn't ask anymore why he was casted because you'll know once you watch the film. There are funny and sarcastic scenes from Vilma that you should also watch out for because this is not predictable. You think she's evil, but you'll see something else why they became that way. You'll see how the three characters get intertwined and at some point it's going to be serious as it is cancer. "

"Angel and Xian had to also work together and even if Luis and Kim might be identified with them, they had to make it look real and be in character. They did deliver for me and I hope that's what people will see. If you see Vilma bad in this movie, I wanted to actually have it be more than that, full blown, she never hesitated and she asks me about it, we agree and she never even fought me about anything. Luis visited the set and watched the scenes, we joked about him being biased."

"Vilma wants to be different every time and that's why we made her that way. We made her look evil, have mannerisms and sarcastic remarks. She's very concerned and she did made efforts, I didn't allow them to talk on the set because that's what I wanted to build in the very beginning. I didn't want them to throw lines behind scenes and just do it on set because they had to be distant."

This much awaited movie from Star Cinema will definitely make your trip to the movie house worth it. With the caliber of actresses, the good looking actor, and a new story line to work with, this is a refreshing view on what a Vilma Santos can do on the silver screen. It's a must watch and will show on January 27, 2016.

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Internet Speed a Priority for Augusto "Boboy" Syjuco

I have to admit, I've been a bit skeptical about this man and his reasons for running for the Presidency a couple of months ago. I didn't read about him that much so I didn't really know. I was far from being an uninformed voter and I do read a lot of news. He was also mentioned to me by a fellow UEnian in one of our chats so I was shocked once I saw his credentials. He was the former TESDA Secretary, a BSBA Graduate (with Latin honors) from UE and Masters in Business Administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in the US. He chaired tons of very successful corporations and even owned the franchise of 7UP, RC Cola, Jazz Cola which gave international softdrink manufacturers a run for their money in Visayas and Mindanao. He's done so much since and even amassed leadership and managerial experience in those years. He also has received numerous awards, of which he's so proud of as he feels he's really worked for it.

During our small interview in the lawmaker's home, he said "The administration has not answered question, things are on standstill and perhaps they've given no attention on matters like traffic, mrt, human hours lost so we're incurring economic losses because of that. No place to ride or go down, no systems, I don't know where to start telling you where the problems are. Tonight I want to share with you what can we do about it, how it can be done. I have 15 platforms that I woukd want to let the public know and I hope I could do this all at the same time.

I want to build the fastest internet backbone in 2017. In TESDA, we've done a lot of training for BPO services, we give aptitude tests and if they don't pass that we have skills training in 150 different courses all free so they can have a background in how to do things. We are losing 80% of our BPO services because we're slow and can't handle the services here. That's 45 Billion a year, meaning 1.3 Billion employees should have been hired for those internet based jobs if we had the infrastructure. We must equal the fastest in the world or even surpass it so we can maintain that lead over other countries. We are victims of stupidity and non caring of this government and they stand there and think we need 6 more years of this? There's an attempt to fool us, the same people, same banana. On day 7, I'd like to start that program, state of the art, have it be done by "build operate transfer" systems, include to have foreign ownership, remove taxes on oil, petroleum, equipment to do this just like Hong Kong.

Education is the great leveler, we have never given that chance to poor people and I'd like to level the playing field. We should all 15 million to have education, technical education, high school and elementary. We will have the best labor force and have the lowest cost of production in the world because we're charging no taxes. We're only going to do a flat rate of 8-12% in personal and business income taxes. This is what I would want to do.

When I was a congressman, I went to court and I've always heard the reason that they are raising the prices because they lack funds for investment and capital infusion. We need more players, so they don't monopolize the market. We need radical but rational decisions. I've never heard solutions from them. We should include nearby provinces and make a Super Metro Manila. We need a good transportation and communication secretary, a separate one. It's not enough to just have them in one department because these are pressing matters. I hope to do this and make it on day 1 running. We're looking for young and capable people for that.

I am by nature a giver, not a taker. There is no situation in my life that I have taken anything from the government. My left hand will be an iron fist whilst my right hand will be for pabebe wave. Public interest must be prioritized, but we must always be fair but just."

I changed my mind talking to the jolly Congressman. He's got a track record, has helped countless people to get scholarships of which some are also from his own pocket. He's definitely a man you can consider when voting for a president. He's got real education, corporate and public office experience to back it up. Aside from that, he's got the passion to see that technology could help us all in achieving economic success. He's done much of it in his own district and vows he could do it in his own programs if elected in office. Make sure you read up on your candidates and not just listen to advertisements which costs an arm and a leg on TV. You just wonder where they're getting the money for that no? Be educated and be mindful that you have choices, he is one of them.

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The Kosta Bluelounge Apple Watch Charging Coaster

Had the chance to see this Kosta Bluelounge Apple Watch Charging Coaster the other day and I could see some obsessive compulsive guys would really love to have this - mainly to keep their watches and fit bands. Although I do have a leather box where I keep all my watches, this coaster keeps everything tidy because it's built with a slit on the bottom panel where you can keep the cord or charger cable of you Apple Watch tidy. You won't be complaining of another broken cable, and the silicone rubber material that this is made of wouldn't be constantly sliding off your table unless someone physically flips it off. 

It's moderately priced, but think about the way it could cushion your Apple watch instead of just placing it on top of tables. Your Apple Watch deserves to be taken cared of of course, hear me out.

All you need to do is insert your original Apple Watch cable on the slit of the coaster and pull it up to half way, just enough to get it to be attached on the watch itself. Instructions on the box pretty much is elementary and this would help keep that watch of yours safe from scratches and bumps. Those damages might just devalue your device if you plan to sell it later on and get a newer model, but really, if you paid for the watch, wouldn't it be a smart thing to do to maintain the lovely gadget as spotless when you bought it? Makes sense huh?

Just like the way you put cases on your phone, you need something to get your watch protected. I don't think I need to reiterate that but it's the one thing this could do for your watch. Just put in in your nightstand and leave it to charge accordingly. It's also available in Dark Grey, Light Grey or Lime Green colors. These are manufactured by Bluelounge who's headquarters is in Singapore. They also have design studios in Jakarta, Indonesia and Pasadena, California in the US so you're pretty much looking at world class accessories to keep your Apple Watch. That's a good thing. It's also available in Digits Trading stores nationwide. It's off the shelf of Digital Walker or Beyond the Box today!

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How Ruru Madrid and Gabbi Garcia Spent Their Birthdays

I love Ruru Madrid and Gabbi Garcia.

These two GMA stars are some of the most humble but fun artists I've ever laid eyes on. They don't have that star complex and they make it a point to do good in spite of their stature on show business and success in their home station. They look good and have quite tickled the fancy of teen fans all over the nation but they remain so humble despite of that.

A few weeks ago, I celebrated with them during a small charity event in Quezon City. They call this House of Refuge and the home takes care of homeless children, give them food, shelter and even education. Aside from that, they also have given them a chance to shine on their own talents. Some of the kids were really good singers, some were educated quite well and have ranked in their respective schools. Some of them though chose to be real good martial artists. They learned Wushu and have even earned gold medals in national tournaments. We were quite shocked to see how talented they were and somehow, that simple gift giving and entertainment activity became a showcase of what they can do with sheer determination.

Aside from that, we got to talk to these two. Here's our interview.


Gabby and Ruru Interview by kumagcow

Little did I know we were all 2 days apart in birthdays. No wonder it was nice to talk to them, I felt the connection. You're going to love Gabbi and Ruru on more shows soon on GMA. As of now, make sure you watch Wowowillie, Half Sisters and other shows if you want to see these two.

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