Yuoy! Project Headshot Clinic supports OPM!

YUOY!

An expression, a song, an art. 

I had the chance to join Project Headshot Clinic (HSC) at Ronac Art Center in Ortigas and was very excited to take part in the photoshoot . This February, HSC is in support of Original Filipino Music. Youy! is the latest song by the independent Hip Hop group Q-York and at the same time an expression created by DJ Flavamatiks of Q-York. You might be wodering, how did he come up with such a word? He grew up in Queens, New York with the familiar expression, Yo!  When he got here in the Philippines, he learned the expression "yun" and "hoy" and he thought of combining the two and he came up with YUOY, an expression that can take on a multitude of meanings! 

DJ Flavamatikz

 The expression of creativity, something cool, unique and freedom is now what we call OPM, Original Filipino Music. It's an expression of so many things, about oneself, one's culture and value.

I, together with some bloggers and well known music celebrities had our picture taken as part of this advocacy. We support our very own original filipino music. We were able to meet some music celebrities that joined us in supporting the headshot. After the headshot, Q-york will be making a music video of Yuoy! and hopefully will be out after around two weeks.

DJ Flavamatikz, Cleo, Paloma, DJ Jerome, KL

Champ Lui Pio 

RnB Prince Jay-R

Krista Kleiner (Jay-R's girlfriend)

Philippine All Star was there too to join in Q-yorks music video.
  

 

Other music and non music celebrities who supported the project were, Alex Crisano, Amber, and John Avila. It was great to see non music celebrities too supporting this project by devoting their time to join the headshot.

We all have our own dreams. We make it. If we just believe in our talents and in our self. Original Filipino Music has been there ever since, I hope that thru projects like this (HSC) we support our own kind of music, our own brand of songs, our own pride. 

Kudos and Thanks to Jason for letting me join this project (this is my first time!) and to Niccolo Cosme, it was great meeting you in person. I hope to join more headshots soon ^_^


Photo Credits to Jeman and Enzo.
Know more about Project Headshot Clinic here.

Palawan for Less!

It was 2 years ago when I set my heart on Palawan with Angel and two of my college barkada. Eversince then, I have loved Palawan ang wanted to go back their. Almost everything about Palawan is to love! Now, I'm having the chance again to back to Palawan thru this contest!

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3 Days / 2 Nights - Dangkalan Palawan Beach Resort

Enjoy this beachfront resort in Palawan located in Puerto Princesa City Palawan, and set just a few meters from the beach, where you will enjoy beautiful Palawan Sunrises.

The Dangkalan Palawan Beach Resort consists of beautiful native cottages that sit just at the edge of the beach. The rooms have all modern amenities like, Cable TV, Hot Showers, and Private Toilet.

Palawan Flights - Manila to Puerto Princesa (RT)

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Daily Breakfast – Buffet Style

Enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast served to you at your beachfront cottage as you enjoy watching the beautiful early morning sunrise.

Puerto Princesa Palawan Underground River Tour

Enjoy one of the most awesome tours in Palawan, take a 45 minute tour through the world’s longest and most exciting underground river, located right here in Palawan. Once you have toured the river, and then vote to have it listed as one of the NEW 7 Wonders of the World.

Puerto Princesa Palawan Honda Bay Tour & Snorkeling

Enjoy a full day of Island hopping around the different Palawan Islands like, SNAK ISLAND, PANDAN ISLAND, BAT ISLAND and many others. Spend the day on Pandan Island snorkeling and exploring the island.

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DWAYNE JOHNSON seeks justice in FASTER

After 10 years in prison, Driver (Johnson) has a singular focus - to avenge the murder of his brother during the botched bank robbery that led to his imprisonment. Now a free man with a deadly to-do list in hand, he’s finally on his mission…but with two men on his trail – a veteran cop (Thornton) just days from retirement, and a young egocentric hitman (Jackson-Cohen) with a flair for the art of killing and a newfound worthy opponent. The hunter is also the hunted. It’s a do or die race to the list’s finish as the mystery surrounding his brother’s murder deepens, and new details emerge along the way hinting that Driver’s list may be incomplete.

It was a fateful day a few years ago when writer/producer Tony Gayton approached his brother, and "Faster" co-writer, Joe Gayton with the thread of an idea. “I remember imagining a guy in prison on the day of his release getting a speech from the warden then just breaking into a sprint out of the prison gates and going straight to kill someone,” recalls Tony Gayton. “I liked the idea of this introduction where you have no idea who this guy is. He turns out to be the hero out to get revenge for his brother’s murder but he could very well have turned out to be the bad guy.” On that day, the character that would come to be known simply as ‘Driver’ was born.

“(Driver) is like a shark – he has a clear mission,” notes Joe Gayton who also serves as Executive Producer on the film. “It was apparent at this early stage that his determination would provide for a true, high-octane adventure.” As the screenplay evolved, what emerged was not just an action film but also a character study and exploration into the minds of three men - the other two main characters known simply by the monikers ‘Cop’ and ‘Killer.’ But Driver’s mission was at the story’s core and finding the right actor to portray him would be the first target. 

Pursuing Dwayne Johnson's character in Columbia Pictures' new action-thriller “Faster” are Oscar-winning actor Billy Bob Thornton and relative newcomer Oliver Jackson-Cohen who play nameless antagonists known only as `Cop' and `Killer,' respectively.

Billy Bob Thornton was attracted to Cop’s deeply-rooted shades of gray and signed on. “It’s always fun to play someone who’s a bit ambiguous,” says Thornton. “Those characters are usually a lot more interesting to portray and more entertaining for the audience to watch.”

“Cop is a guy whose life has really gone the wrong way,” Thornton continues. “He doesn’t have much. In his feeble way he is trying to scratch his way back to some kind of semblance of normalcy but it’s not easy.” Director George Tillman, Jr. knew that Thornton’s immense talent and commitment would bring a lot to the project. “Aside from his ability to play Cop’s vulnerability and flaws, Billy Bob is a talented writer/director so he is a great collaborator on all aspects of how to make a scene better.” “Billy Bob is absolutely perfect for the role of Cop,” adds Johnson. “He is very talented, intriguing and extremely passionate, especially when he finds a character he loves.”

Also hot on Driver’s trail is a professional assassin, Killer, who has an insatiable appetite for the extreme. Killer is an intense character driven by an innate insecurity and an unquenchable thirst for approval. When first sparring with Driver and experiencing his total lack of fear, Killer is shaken to the core. The encounter sparks something within the character that triggers an obsession with besting and essentially killing Driver. “Killer is truly a fascinating character,” says producer Robert Teitel. “While his main objective is to get Driver, he also admires and respects him. He wants Driver to acknowledge him, and becomes increasingly angry that Driver doesn’t give him respect. Throughout the film, you witness him progressively going off the deep end.”

Opening soon across the Philippines, “Faster” is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

UNKNOWN Movie Review

Dr. Martin Harris awakens after a car accident in Berlin to discover that his wife suddenly doesn't recognize him and another man has assumed his identity. Ignored by disbelieving authorities and hunted by mysterious assassins, he finds himself alone, tired and on the run. Aided by an unlikely ally, Martin plunges headlong into a deadly mystery that will force him to question his sanity, his identity, and just how far he's willing to go to uncover the truth.  

 

What would you do if someone took your identity in the world? How far will you go to take back everything that's yours? Liam Neeson went on almost about anything just to uncovered the truth about his identity in UNKNOWN.

The dilemma of the movie is centered on Liam Neeson not knowing his real identity and finding it out for himself despite the obstructions along the way. The movie is based on the novel by Didier van Cauwelaert. I like the way the story races from the why to the how questions. The movie make you really think about what's gonna happen next. The ending is so unexpected too. Liam Neeson has been a favorite because of his movie Taken, I just can't forget that movie. He is just perfect for the role. The two ladies is also an asset of the movie. The action thriller movie is packed not only with car racing scenes but also with puzzling scene and situation, you and your friends can argue with.

UNKNOWN is now showing. Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra and distributed by Warner Bros.

Black Swan Movie Review

Nina is a featured dancer in the New York City Ballet who finds herself locked in a web of competitive intrigue with a new rival at the company .

Black Swan is not your typical Natalie Portman movie, I repeat, Black Swan is not your typical Natalie Portman movie. The beginning of the film already shows how dark the movie is. But you will be excited to weave in with the story as this psychological thriller shows you what psycotics are capable of doing with their symptoms. The plot takes you to the world of ballet, shows you the good and bad side of it too. The director brilliantly thought of how to show us a disturbing yet very powerful emotion and passion a person can take. I have never seen Natalie Portman with a character like this before, she is brilliant and really into her character. I can only imagine the preparation she's gone into both physically and emotionally for the role. She did very very well. Even Mila Kankunis, it was so natural for her to play Lily, effortless. Black Swan overall has earned a high rating from me, minus the sensual girl-to-girl scenes. 



Now Showing Black Swan, in your fave theatres. Directed by Darren Aronofsky and distributed by Fox Searchlight Pictures. 

AYALA Recyclables Fair at NUVALI

"One man's trash is another man's treasure."

Nuvali Evoliving inspires an Eco friendly and sustainable community living in our modern time. I fell inlove with the place, the first time Angel took me to Nuvali to feed the Koi fishes. Ever since then everytime we visit the south we make sure to stop by and just chill with nature.

Nuvali in partnership with Ayala Foundation Inc. will launch AYALA RECYCLABLES FAIR at NUVALI. This is where you will make your TRASH to CASH.

 You may check out other details here.

NOKIA Introduces Nokia Music Connection

Here’s great news for aspiring musicians and singers! Now, you can move one step closer to your dream of becoming a recording artist with Nokia’s Music Connection.

Nokia, the world’s number #1 mobile phone brand, together with Myx and Star Records introduces Nokia Music Connection, a music competition that connects unsigned music artists to their dreams by giving them the chance of winning a recording contract and having their very own music video.

Nokia Music Connection is open to unsigned Filipino artists aged 18 to 45, performing as a band with minimum of 2 and a maximum 5 members or as a solo artist of any genre (including those who sing cover songs).

Nokia Music Connection jammin’ at Casa Nami. Nokia, the world’s no. 1 mobile phone brand, recently had the Nokia Music Connection elimination round with four head banging performances at Casa Nami. Music Connection is a joint Nokia, Star Records and Myx competition that gives aspiring recording artists the chance to enter the mainstream music industry. Present during the event were judges: General Manager of Nokia Philippines, Benoit Nalin; Star Records’ Album Producer, Jonathan Manalo; Star Records’ Managing Director, Annabel Regalado-Borja; and guest judge, Myx VJ Robin Nievera.

Interested parties must submit a demo reel of their performance by uploading it to www.nokia.com.ph/musicconnection.  Length of entry must be maximum 3 minutes, must be in a popularly supported video format (.mpg, .avi, .wmv, .mov), and does not exceed 20MB in size. The performance must be original, not yet used as entry in any other contest, and does not contain any inappropriate content.

Participants may also send a CD of their performance enclosed in an envelope with complete requirements to: ABS-CBN INTERACTIVE Office at 9/F ELJCC Building, Mother Ignacia Avenue corner Eugenio Lopez Drive, Diliman, Quezon City 1103. Deadline of submission is on January 19, 2011.

A total of forty-five (45) participants will be chosen and notified to perform within the months of January to March for evaluation. By batch, they will be assigned to specific areas/bars in the metro where they will perform live, two (2) songs of their choice and will be judged by Star Records, Myx, and Nokia representatives. Also, a part of the participants’ scores will be taken from the audience’s vote via online or mobile.

To vote online, simply log in to www.nokia.com.ph/musicconnection, register and click on the ‘Vote’ button. For mobile voting, key in VOTE (space) NOKIA (space) the designated keyword of the artist your choice and send to 2331 for Globe, TM and Sun Cellular subscribers; and 231 for Smart and Talk N Text subscribers.

Users can vote only one artist per day within the voting period: January 20 – March 19, 2011. And those who voted at least once in the Finals phase (March 3–9, 2011) will be entitled to watch the Grand Finals.

From the area elimination, six (6) finalists will be selected to compete in the Grand Finals. They will battle it out in a grand concert on March 19, 2011, performing one (1) original ‘Nokia’ song composed by Star Records and one (1) performance piece.

The grand prize winner will receive P200,000 in cash, a record deal with Star Records, including production of their own music video.

On the other hand, the 5 runner-ups will each receive P10, 000 in cash and will have their own music video to be produced by Myx. They will also win a Nokia X3 Touch and Type phone.

Don’t miss this chance to be discovered and make your dreams come true. For more information on Nokia Music Connection, visit www.nokia.com.ph/musicconnection.

“THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN” TO BE RELEASED JULY 3, 2012

Columbia Pictures announced yesterday that the title of the next Spider-Man film will be "The Amazing Spider-Man".

The film, which is now in production and is being shot entirely in 3D, will be released on July 3, 2012. The film stars Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Rhys Ifans, Denis Leary, Campbell Scott, Irrfan Khan, Martin Sheen, and Sally Field. 

The studio simultaneously released a photo of Andrew Garfield as Spider-Man, the first shot of Garfield in the famous full mask and suit.

The film is directed by Marc Webb from a screenplay by James Vanderbilt and Alvin Sargent and Steve Kloves based on the Marvel Comic Book by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko. Laura Ziskin, Avi Arad, and Matt Tolmach are producing the Marvel Entertainment production for Columbia Pictures. The executive producers are Stan Lee, Kevin Feige, and Michael Grillo. The film’s official website is http://www.TheAmazingSpiderMan-movie.com.

Making Lies then Just Go With It

Columbia Pictures' new romantic comedy "Just Go With It", pairs up Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston. In the film, a plastic surgeon (Sandler), romancing a much younger schoolteacher, enlists his loyal assistant (Aniston) to pretend to be his soon to be ex-wife, in order to cover up a careless lie. 

 Jennifer Aniston pretends to be Adam Sandler's wife, Katherine.  

How does a single mom like Katherine, trying to get by and provide for her two kids, get roped into Danny’s outrageous scheme? “She’s just exhausted by him,” says Aniston. “She feels she has to help him save himself from his own web of lies, even though she doesn’t approve. When she’s in the middle of it, you can see her thinking, ‘How did I get on board with this?’” 

 Adam Sandler plays Danny, the surgeon who created a web of lies.

 At the center of “Just Go With It” is an everyday guy who has let a careless lie get away from him. “At the beginning of the movie, my character, Danny, was going to get married, but he gets his heart broken,” says Adam Sandler. “The night of his heartbreak he happens to have the ring on and a young lady is nice to him, because she thinks he’s married and thinks he’s harmless and won’t do anything that other guys were trying to do. A light goes off in his head.”

Supermodel Brooklyn Decker – also known as wife of tennis player Andy Roddick – makes her big screen acting debut opposite Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston. It might have been intimidating to take on such a key role for her first film, but Decker couldn’t have asked for a better set. “I’m the new kid on the block, and I’m surrounded by these amazing people, but they were all very encouraging and made the set a lighthearted place.  Everyone was so talented – everyone was funny – it was really an opportunity for me to challenge myself under the best circumstances.”

“Every lie has a domino effect,” says director Dennis Dugan.   

Opening across the Philippines on Feb. 16, “Just Go With It” is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

Switchfoot Live in Manila 2011

That's right, the multiaward-winning American band is coming to Manila this April 30, 2011! This is your chance to watch Switchfoot live for their second visit to the Philippines. 

Venue: Phil-Sports Arena (Formerly Ultra)

Date:     April 30, 2011 (Saturday)

Time:    7:30PM

TICKET PRICES:

                VIP:                      P3500

                COURTSEAT:        P2500

                RINGSIDE:            P1800

                LOWER LEVEL:     P1500

                RINGSIDE 2:         P800 (free seating)

                GEN AD                P500 (free seating)

Planetshakers: A Night of Worship

1 month to go before the the most awaited worship night by Planetshakers. Get ready and excited to worship the Lord as multitude of believers gather to worship and sing praises to God. 

Date: March 12, 2011
Time: 7:30PM
Place: Phil. Sports Arena (former Ultra)

VIP Patron:        PHP 1000  (reserved seats)

Courtseat:          PHP   800   (reserved seats)

Ringside/ LL:      PHP   800   (reserved seats)

Ringside II:         PHP   500     (free seating)      

Gen Ad:             PHP    300    (free seating)

Tickets are still available. You may contact me for ticket reservations.
Cathie Copaway - 09178662991 / 09227734364
cathie.ganda@gmail.com

Love Triangle at the Gardens

It's already Valentine's Day! Still thinking of where to go tonight for your date? Check out where I will be tonight. 

The Ayala Triangle Gardens, located at the heart of the Makati Central Business District (MCBD), is continuously proving to be a great venue where people can unwind and celebrate various occasions and the best of Filipino traditions infused with a contemporary flair.  

To those searching for a unique and special way to celebrate the season of love, Ayala Triangle Gardens offers enchanting evenings of art and music. Free Valentine concerts entitled Love Triangle at the Gardens are happening on the 11^th and 14^th of February at 6pm. The first night features Broadway’s greatest love songs as performed by Trombones comprising of seasoned theater artists Audie Gemora, Carlo Orosa, Trish Amper, Sweet Plantado-Tiongson, and Shiela Francisco. Highlighting this grand two-day concert is a night with Karylle on Valentine’s Day itself as she performs the love themes we all swoon, sing, and hold hands to underneath the stars.

At the Ayala Triangle Gardens, you will fall in love with the sentimental styles of the performers. Love Triangle at the Gardens is only the first among a series of events that promotes Makati as a place where people could enjoy life to the fullest and live the vibrant and dynamic lifestyle that it has always been known for.

An affordable way to treat yourself and your special someone. See you there!

The Mystery of the UNKNOWN

From Jaume Collet-Serra, the director of the critically acclaimed thriller “Orphan,” comes Warner Bros.' suspense-filled mystery “Unknown” starring Liam Neeson, Diane Kruger and January Jones.

In the film, Dr. Martin Harris (Neeson) awakens after a car accident in Berlin to discover that his wife (January Jones) suddenly doesn’t recognize him and another man (Aidan Quinn) has assumed his identity.  Ignored by disbelieving authorities and hunted by mysterious assassins, he finds himself alone, tired, and on the run.  Aided by an unlikely ally (Kruger), Martin plunges headlong into a deadly mystery that will force him to question his sanity, his identity, and just how far he’s willing to go to uncover the truth.

Director Collet-Serra recalls the concept that intrigued him in the early version of the "Unknown" script by Oliver Butcher & Stephen Cornwell (based on the novel Out of My Head by Didier Van Cauwaleart) - was that of someone waking up one day and realizing that he's been completely replaced in the world. 

Liam Neeson plays Martin Harris, the botanist who was replaced by another person in the movie. Together with Liam are two brilliant ladies in the film that helped the movie unravel the mystery.

January Jones, who earned Golden Globe and Emmy Award nominations in the category of Best Actress in Drama Series plays Liz Harris, wife of Liam Neeson. After the accident, when Liam found her, she is with another Martin Harris. 

What drawn Jones to the movie was the unique qualities of the story and the enigmatic way her character was written.

“This was something I hadn’t read before; it was so interesting and intricate,” “It reminded me of those old spy movies, with a sense of danger and intrigue, but also a hint of glamour to it.”.

   The German-born actress, Diane Kruger, stars as the Bosnina refugee cab driver  who becomes embroiled in intrigue  when her cab plunges off a bridge and she saves the life of Liam Neeson. 

Diane, like Liam and January likes the script of the movie so much. 

 “It’s really a movie about identity, about what makes us who we are.  Is it our ID?  Is it where we come from?  Is it our objectives?  Really, the movie is an exploration of these ideas; each character has certain things to say about that.  “All the clues are there, sprinkled throughout the script,”

 Opening across the Philippines on Feb. 16, “Unknown” will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

SNEAK PEEK – “WORLD INVASION: BATTLE LOS ANGELES”

For years, there have been documented cases of UFO sightings around the world – Buenos Aires, Seoul, France, Germany, China. But in 2011, what were once just sightings will become a terrifying reality when Earth is attacked by unknown forces, in Columbia Pictures' new sci-fi action-thriller “World Invasion: Battle Los Angeles.”

 Los Angeles will become the last stand for mankind in a battle no one expected. It's up to Marine staff sergeant (Aaron Eckhart) and his new platoon to draw a line in the sand as they take on an enemy unlike any they've ever encountered before. 

Director Jonathan Liebesman shares, " I grew up on these types of movies, it's not an alien movie that happens to have soldiers. It's a war movie with aliens."

Opening soon across the Philippines, “World Invasion: Battle Los Angeles” is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

Happy Birthday Thomas Edison!

Today's Google Logo celebrate the 164th birthday of the American Inventor, Thomas Edison. His life and works among many others greatly influences life around the world.

Anne Hathaway as the Catwoman

picture from the web

Warner Bros. is back brewing the next Batman movie entitled " The Dark Knight Rises". Christian Bale will return as Bruce Wayne/Batman and together with Anne Hathaway who has been cast as Selina Kyle/Catwoman. In addition, Tom Hardy has been set to play Bane. 

Christopher Nolan, who will be directing the film, will also produce the film with his long time producing partner, Emma Thomas and Charles Roven. 

“The Dark Knight Rises” is slated for release beginning July 20, 2012. The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

Mars Needs Moms

Find out how much Milo (voice of Seth Green) need his mom (voice of Joan Cusack) when she's nabbed by Martians who plan to steal her mom-ness for their own young.

Mars Needs Moms is produced by the team who brought us "Disney's A Christmas Carol" and "The Polar Express". The film is based on the children's book Mars Needs Moms by author and illustrator Berkeley Breathed, the story is inspired by a particular moment of disagreement that took place between his son Milo and his wife.

Opening soon across the Philippines in IMAX 3D, Digital 3D and regular format, “Mars Needs Moms” is distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures International.

Meet the Cars 2

Take a peek at the second batch of returning characters in the upcoming animated adventure "Cars 2", the highly anticipated sequel to 2006's blockbuster "Cars".

 

 Flo is a sassy, no-nonsense lady with the biggest heart in Radiator Springs. She runs the local diner, Flo's V-8 Café, the only gas station for miles around, where she still serves the "finest fuel in 50 states." Flo is Ramone’s main squeeze. As a touring Motorama girl in the 1950s, Flo was passing through Radiator Springs and when she met Ramone, she was hooked.

 Lizzie is a Radiator Springs original. She’s a little old lady, but still an active businesswoman who uses her moxie to sell bumper stickers, mud flaps and other Route 66 memorabilia from her curio shop. She’s as feisty as she is brash. Lizzie’s unswerving frankness and offbeat comments keep the townsfolk and tourists on their toes, even though she has no idea what she's just said.

 Sheriff is the local law enforcement and the keeper of the peace in Radiator Springs. He takes his job very seriously. Sheriff enjoys telling stories and taking the occasional nap behind the Radiator Springs billboard. That's where he was when Lightning McQueen first zoomed into town years ago, which led to a messy car chase that didn’t end well. These days, Sheriff welcomes the hotshot racer Lightning home to Radiator Springs with all four tires.

 Mater. In the now popular tourist destination of Radiator Springs, the rusty old tow truck Mater has a number of roles, including proprietor of Tow Mater Towing and Salvage, grand storyteller and the heart and soul of the town. But Mater’s favorite title is best friend to Lightning McQueen. Mater values each and every dent he’s earned on his escapades with Lightning over the years, and anxiously awaits further fun with his friend when Lightning returns with his latest Piston Cup.

Sally, a baby blue Porsche 911 Carrera, is the proprietor of Radiator Springs’ Cozy Cone and Wheel Wagon Motels and the apple of Lightning McQueen’s eye. Longing for Lightning’s return from his latest Piston Cup race season, Sally is looking forward to a long drive with “Stickers,” as she affectionately calls Lightning.

Ramone owns and operates Ramone's House of Body Art, Radiator Springs’ custom body and paint shop. Ramone is an artist — a true magician with paint and metal. There was a time when his only canvas was himself, so he repainted himself daily. But since Lightning McQueen helped put Radiator Springs back on the map, Ramone has had his share of customers—including the star race car himself. Before heading off to the World Grand Prix, Lightning stops by Ramone’s for a new paint job...and Ramone does him up gooood.

Cars 2 will hit the tracks on June 24, 2011 and will be presented in Disney  Digital 3D  and IMAX 3D in selected theaters.

2011 Year of the Metal Rabbit

The year of the Rabbit has finally started. Last February 2, Angel and I attended the countdown in Quirino Grandstand. We initially plan to go to Binondo to just watch the famous dragon and lion dance and just have dinner, but then we were told that the dragon and lion dance will be at the countdown. We arrived a few minutes past 7pm and the program is already starting.

The stage is well lit with two dragon pillars at the right and left side. Colorful lights flashed with every performance. There are wide variety of performances, from students, school choirs, artist, dancers and the most waited dragon and lion dance.

Dragon and Lion Dance

 Just before the clock striked 12 midnight, the black sky is covered with colorful fireworks to celebrate the coming of the the Year of the Metal Rabbit.

However you want to say it, Happy Chinese New Year! 

 

Henry Cavill is the new Superman!

Who is not excited to watch Superman? Who else doesn't know Superman? 

Warner Bros and Legendary Pictures recently revealed the man behind the coveted role Superman, and it's none other than Henry Cavill. Targeted release will be in December 2012, distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Picture. Directed by Zack Synder and screenplay by David Goyer.

SNEAK PEEK: “FASTER”

After 10 years in prison, Driver (Dwayne Johnson) has a singular focus - to avenge the murder of his brother during the botched bank robbery that led to his imprisonment, in Columbia Pictures' new action-thriller “Faster.”

Now a free man with a deadly to-do list in hand, he’s finally on his mission…but with two men on his trail – a veteran cop (Billy Bob Thornton) just days from retirement, and a young egocentric hitman (Oliver Jackson-Cohen) with a flair for the art of killing and a newfound worthy opponent. The hunter is also the hunted. It’s a do or die race to the list’s finish as the mystery surrounding his brother’s murder deepens, and new details emerge along the way hinting that Driver’s list may be incomplete.

FASTER stars Dwayne Johnson, Billy Bob Thornton and newcomer Oliver Jackson-Cohen. Directed by George Tillman Jr. Distributed by Columbia Pictures.

SNEAK PEEK: “I AM NUMBER FOUR”

DreamWorks Picture is set to release their newest action packed thriller movie entitled " I Am Number Four" starring British newcomer Alex Pettyfer as John Smith aka Number Four.

John Smith , a disenfranchised teen on the run from ruthless enemies sent to destroy him, was spirited away from his homeland as a child. He's now one fo the nine fugitives scattered across the globe, hiding from ruthless marauders who destroyed their world and are now determined to hunt them down, one by one. Forever changing his identity as he moves from place to place with his guardian, Henri (Timothy Olyphant), things come to a head when he takes up a new life in a small Ohio town. Here, John encounters love (“Glee’s” Dianna Agron), his emerging powers and a connection to the others who share his ultimate destiny.

Opening soon across the Philippines, “I Am Number Four” will be distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures International through Columbia Pictures.