A Look at Family Struggles: COMING HOME on Theaters This Christmas

Maverick Films is bringing a new movie called COMING HOME, an entry to the Metro Manila Film Festival 2020. This is directed by Adolf Alix Jr. and judging from the looks of it, it's a family film. The premise is very interesting because the main conflict rides on an OFW that got a mistress, who eventually got sick, but accepted by the original wife. His family, their relatives, the society is quite unforgiving in situations like these, but is that justifiable? Where do you draw the line?

 

 

Ms Sylvia says "I see until now the effect of things like these in my own family. The scenario was pretty similar, where they shouldn't badmouth or disrespect the father no matter how painful it is. In my case, I stayed cool. But if I were asked if I forgave him, I did, he can come back anytime. I have been able to see him and his work, he is different now because he's not an action star this time. He can do drama." 

She adds "I am so privileged to have been able to be trusted by Senator Jinggoy, if ever I win, that's just a bonus. I don't really think of portrayals just to have an award, I just do my job. Thank you really Jinggoy, he really gives me lots of surprises like balloons, lechon on set so I'm really thankful. I am happy to have been able to work with him now and see him on a personal level."

Jake Ejercito says I'm one of the children of my Sen and Ms. Sylvia, but a little bit difficult because he is not in good terms with both his mom and dad. I have been able to undergo workshops and thought I would be so nervous having a scene with Ms. Sylvia, but it turned out I was more nervous with Sen instead. I hope people get to see this film and learn how unconditional love is between parents and their children."

Julian Estrada, Senator Jinggoy's son was also in the press conference and he said "It's been a while since I have been taping and my first scene is with my Dad. I felt comfortable right after he told me that I need to relax. I was nervous because apart from being my Dad, he's a great actor."

Jinggoy says "I never think of awards because I get really nervous doing my job, I don't expect anything but if given, it's just a bonus. You have to feel relaxed on set to make everyone comfortable. I had to distress and joke a lot so our scenes become genuine when drama starts, we had to be light so we don't get affected.

Here's the press conference on video, check this out!

 

 

Again this film stars Jinggoy Estrada, Sylvia Sanchez, Jake Ejercito, Julian Estrada, Edgar Allan Guzman, Shaira Diaz and Ara Arida. For those who would want to watch a family film, to learn how it is to love unconditionally, this will come out on Christmas day. You can get tickets via Upstream.PH and watch it at the comforts of your home.

TOYOTA's Treat: Car Maintenance Week!

It's almost Christmas and yes, Toyota is feeling generous this season, so what better way to benefit all Toyota owners by launching Toyota's Car Maintenance Week. This will happen from December 15-21 and this means all Toyota owners will have Periodic Maintenance (PM) or Express Maintenance at up to 40 percent off on Toyota Genuine Motor Oil- Mineral Grade. So head on to all Toyota dealers and service centers so you can avail of this promo.

For those who don't know, they just concluded the Php 10 Million blowout promo where 10 winners got to enjoy Php 100,00 cash rebates via their Live Life on the Safe Side Promo. They got deals that offer low payment structures and pay light options aside from the usual discounts they give customers nationwide. For owners of Wigo (2014-2015), Vios (2002-2015), Innova (2005-2015), Fortuner (2005-2015), Hilux (2005-2015) can avail the Change Oil and Filter Package at a discounted price. This is going to be available til December 29, 2020. Toyota is also offering the special rate of Php 499 for the Vehicle Inspection package if customers avail Periodic Maintenance packages from their service centers.

To know more about this, customers are advised to call their nearest Toyota hubs or visit their website www.mytoyota.ph for this Christmas treat! 

 

Now isn't that nice?!

GLOBE Warms Hearts with #ChristmasWeLove Live Pop-Up

This year, we all experienced our ups and downs. The pandemic has made us all crazy and aware of what is happening around the world. We saw how we cared for each other, help out friends and family while we are all confined at the comfort of our homes. Globe knows how hard these days are, so they thought of something cool to do during this season. They just launched #ChristmasWeLove, a series of live digital pop-ups featuring fun activities designed to get the holiday spirit started in the Philippines. Oh yes, they were all good! This also feels like they're letting us experience Christmas even if we're all apart.

For starters, they did a Carol-oke Night with some of the greatest singers in the Philippines. They got Morissette, Darren Espanto, Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos to perform. Globe's Consumer Business Head Issa Guevarra-Cabreira says “This year may be a little tough, but we at Globe are trying to make holidays fun so we can feel the Christmas spirit. With our #ChristmasWeLove Live Pop-Ups, we hope to send each other love even at the comfort of our own homes”.

This event was all done on Globe's Facebook page and viewers were all encouraged to dedicate the numerous songs they had to their special someone. They also did a Holi-Game Showcase last December 4 for MMFF as they are a huge part of why the festival was also done this year. You can actually buy tickets via GMovies and it was very easy to actually do it. They also did a Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) themed Quiz Night last December 11 with some of the entries stars, it was so fun to watch them all online. There will be a K-Pop Kristmas event on December 21 so make sure you get to watch that too on their social channels. If you want to experience #ChristmasWeLove, go and like their facebook page GlobePH because the next one is gonna be so much fun!

See you there!

AXN Originals Show Strength Amidst Trying Times

AXN on Cable TV was a lifesaver during the pandemic because it kept everyone at home busy while the world was trying to solve COVID-19. They didn't shortchange from a content standpoint and instead have come out with ground breaking shows that are all original, catering to a multitude of cultures, and the whole region. 

 

Shows like AXN All Stars showcased the different talents of AXN's biggest stars which was presented by the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy Indonesia. World stars like Afgan, Michael Bolton, Cosentino, Cyril Takayama, David Foster, Anggun and Mel C performed and was also streamed through AXN's Facebook page and YouTube Channel. Aside from that, they recently showed PROJECT GO together with GoDaddy to discover and mentor startups and entrepreneurs in the Philippines. We actually got to interview some of them a couple weeks ago when the reveal of the Final 4 happened. The show is hosted by Maggie Wilson, and judged by the Tung Brothers of Ligo Sardines Corp, Rappler's Bea Cupin and GoDaddy's Tina Hsieh. They also did Asian Dream which I followed religiously during lockdown in Manila. It's a singing competition hosted by Asia's Phoenix Morisette Amon where they pitted 7 singers from different countries in Southeast Asia for a once in a lifetime opportunity to perform with Grammy award winner Michael Bolton and tour with him around the world. The winner also got a Subaru car since it is presented by the same brand. Manila's very own Karl Zarate was my bet that time but he didn't get to win, it was so fun to see they did this very original reality show on AXN. 

Aside from these, they also teased more content in the coming months as AXN and KC Global Media Asia will be coming out with even more orignal shows here and the other networks they are affiliated with. Two of them will be coming out on the first quarter of 2021 so make sure you're tuned in on these channels and KC Global Media Asia's website www.kcglobalmedia.com.

 

I will be looking forward for more of  what they have to offer as they continue to reach Asia and a global audience with their new programming.