Winners of the MMFF 2017 Gabi ng Parangal, "Ang Larawan" won Best Picture

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"Ang Larawan" won Best Picture at this year's Metro Manila Film Festival Gabi ng Parangal on Wednesday, December 27 held at the Kia Theatre.

Derek Ramsay won the Best Actor award for the movie All of You, while Joana Ampil won the Best Actress for the movie Ang Larawan.

Paul Soriano won Best Director for the movie Siargao.

Here are the winners from Wednesday's Metro Manila Film Festival 2017 awards night: 

Best Picture - ANG LARAWAN

2nd Best Picture - SIARGAO

3rd Best Picture - ALL OF YOU

Best Actress - Joana Ampil, Ang Larawan

Best Actor - Derek Ramsey, All of You

Best Supporting Actress - Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Siargao

Best Supporting Actor - Edgar Allan Guzman, Deadma Walking

Best Director - Paul Soriano, Siargao

Special Jury Prize - Nick Joaquin, Ang Larawan

People's Choice Award - The Revenger Squad

Gatpuno Antonio J. Villegas Cultural Award - Ang Larawan

FPJ Memorial Award - Ang Panday

Children's Choice - Ang Panday

Best Child Performance - Baste, Meant to Beh

Best Screenplay - All of You

Best Cinematography - Siargao

Best Editing - Siargao

Best Production Design - Ang Larawan

Best Musical Score - Ang Larawan

Best Visual Effects - Ang Panday

Best Original Theme Song - Siargao

Best Sound - Siargao

Best Float - Deadma Walking

Best Short Film - "Anong Nangyari kay Nicanor Dante"

People's Choice Award (Short Films) - "Noel"

Star of the Night (Female) - Erich Gonzales

Star of the Night (Male) - Derek Ramsay

Regal, all set to offer a new kind of horror via Sitsit... "HAUNTED FOREST" targets thrill-seeking millennial viewers this Christmas

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"We will surely be the number one choice of adventurous millennials this Christmas because 'Haunted Forest' was especially made not only for kids and Regal horror fans but primarily to the adventurous and thrill-seeking teenagers who would love to enjoy Christmas with their friends."

This was how the Regal Entertainment Inc. matriarch, Mother Lily Monteverde described her anticipation for the unique success that await Regal's biggest and scariest supernatural teen horror masterpiece and the only horror film in the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2017 -- "Haunted Forest." 

"We know that this year's lineup is mostly composed films starred by MMFF blockbuster veterans like Vice Ganda, Coco Martin and Vic Sotto," shared Mother Lily. "However, we believe that the festival and our moviegoers deserve something fresh and exciting. We want to give a chance to young talented actors who excellently gave life to a uniquely-Filipino yet world-class horror film crafted by no less than international award-wining director Ian Loreños."

Like Mother Lily, her daughter and seasoned producer Roselle Monteverde believes in the unique charm of the "Haunted Forest" to the moviegoers once MMFF opens on Monday, Christmas Day.

"Every Christmas, it has been part of MMFF viewers' long tradition to watch not just comedy but also horror films," said Roselle. "Kids, horror fans and most especially groups of friends always look forward to the extraordinary thrill and adventure that they experience while watching Regal's horror movies --- the unexplainable joy of sharing the scary and fun moments of the movie together with your barkada. And that's what makes 'Haunted Forest' unique for our young viewers."

Direk Ian further explained, "We assure you that this is not just your typical jump scare movie because 'Haunted Forest' is a film that you have to think about per scene in order for you to feel the horror."

"If you'll watch it with your whole barkada, you will all definitely feel like you are friends with the movie's main cast and you are one with them in solving the puzzle of the story and you will altogether get to know who Sitsit is."

Graded B by the Cinema Evaluation Board, "Haunted Forest" is written by Jeps Gallon and topbilled by some of this generation's best young actors, Jane Oineza, Jameson Blake, Maris Racal and Jon Lucas.

Jameson Blake, Jane Oineza and Jon Lucas

The story will revolve around the father-daughter relationship of ex-Manila policeman Aris (Raymart Santiago) and Nica (Jane) and the mysterious haunted forest where a dark creature called Sitsit resides.

Aside from the Regal teen stars, also part of “Haunted Forest” are seasoned actors Raymart Santiago and Joey Marquez. Completing the cast are Jerald Napoles, Betong Sumaya, Myrtle Sarrosa, Miho Nishida, Beverly Salviejo, Fiona Yang and Kelvin Miranda.

Make sure that your squad and family are complete this Christmas and watch Regal Entertainment Inc.'s official entry to the MMFF 2017, “Haunted Forest," to be shown on cinemas nationwide beginning Christmas Day, December 25!

For more information and latest updates about "Haunted Forest," simply visit Regal’s official social media accounts:

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Paul Soriano's Siargao, official entry to the MMFF 2017, with Jericho Rosales, Erich Gonzales and Jasmine Curtis-Smith

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3 broken hearts, 1 island brings them together

Shot in scenic Siargao, this film tells of a love story about three people who find themselves in this beautiful island, looking for love, happiness, and belongingness.

Siargao starring Jericho Rosales, Erich Gonzales and Jasmine Curtis-Smith. Written by Anj Pessumal and  directed by Paul Soriano under his production company, Ten17 Productions.

Jericho Rosales, Erich Gonzales, Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Director Paul Soriano at the celebrity red carpet premiere of SIARGAO on December 20, held at TriNoma, Quezon City.

Siargao is a  Philippine romance film to be showing on December 25, 2017 as part of the 43rd Metro Manila Film Festival.

The film was set and filmed in Siargao island. Soriano described the premise of his film as a story of "finding and losing yourself, and falling in and out of love."

Fresh from a breakup caused by her fear of settling down, video blogger LAURA (Erich Gonzales) embarks on a solo trip to Siargao hoping to move on and find a new adventure. Here she meets rock singer DIEGO (Jericho Rosales) who is caught between uncertainties of the future and baggages of the past. This fateful encounter stirs up what local entrepreneur ABI (Jasmine Curtis-Smith) thought were long lost feelings for a long lost love, i.e. Diego. 

In this unlikely triangle, is there room for second chances? Or should they move on to something(one) new?

Two of the country's top surfers, Luke Landrigan and Wilmar Melindo appear in Siargao. 

Also in the film are Enchong Dee (with special participation),  YouTube personality Wil Dasovich, Mica Javier, Roxanne Barcelo, Will Devaughn, Suzette Ranillo, and Leon Miguel.

Don't miss to watch Siargao in cinemas nationwide starting this Christmas, December 25, 2017 as part of the 43rd Metro Manila Film Festival.

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Siargao is a tear-drop shaped island in the Philippine Sea situated 800 kilometers southeast of Manila in the province of Surigao del Norte. Siargao Island is greatly influenced by the winds and currents coming uninterrupted from the Pacific Ocean, intensified by the Mindanao current running westward through the Siargao Strait.One of the well-known surfing waves on Siargao and the Philippines, with a reputation for thick, hollow tubes is "Cloud 9". 

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Meet the newest iconic horror creature "Sitsit" via "Haunted Forest", Regal's official entry to MMFF 2017

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The horror tradition continues for Regal Entertainment Inc. this year with a different type of horror film “Haunted Forest.” 

This Christmas, Regal Entertainment Inc. introduces "Sitsit" via "Haunted Forest" topbilled by Jane Oineza, Jameson Blake, Maris Racal, Jon Lucas, Joey Marquez and Raymart Santiago.

Written by Jeps Gallon and under the direction of international award-wining director, Ian Lorenos, making "Haunted Forest" more different, more organic, instead of just screaming and surprising people. 

Deals with a dark creature called "sitsit," this year, Haunted Forest is the only horror movie in this year’s Metro Manila Film Festival's line-up.

"Haunted Forest" tells the story of Nica (Jane Oineza), a teenager forced to leave her life behind when her estranged policeman father Aris (Raymart Santiago) got reassigned to the province. The once peaceful town is now haunted by “sitsit,” a supernatural being who preys on women, eventually leaving the victim’s lifeless body in the middle of the forest.

"If the kids of the 70's 80's 90's and 200's enjoyed different, uniquely-Regal iconic horror creatures like the mananaggal, Aswang, tiyanak, pridyeder, and undin, this 2017 is the perfect time for us to give the new generation of moviegoers-- the millennials and zentennials--with their own uniquely-Regal Horrific character, "Sitsit!" explained Roselle Monteverde, the daughter of Regal matriarch, Mother Lily Monteverde.

This Christmas, "Haunted Forest will take the audience to an uncomfortable place, a realm where nothing is safe. Where everyone can be a victim or the suspect. 

"This would also not just creating fear, but also reflection our viewers' lives - we'll think about family, friendship, love and what really truly matters for us, " Direk Ian said. 

This Christmas, "Haunted Forest" will take the audience to an uncomfortable place, a realm where nothing is safe. Where everyone can be a victim or the suspect. 

Scream! Shiver! Love and Learn. Don't miss Regal Entertainment Inc.'s official entry to the MMFF 2017, "Haunted Forest" to be shown on theaters nationwide beginning Christmas Day, December 25.

Also part of the "Haunted Forest" are Jerald Napoles, Betong Sumaya, Myrtle Sarosa, Miho Nishida, Beverly Salvejo, Fiona Yang and Kelvin Miranda.

For more information and latest updates about "Haunted Forest", simply visit Real's offcial social media accounts: Facebook.com/RegalEntertainmentInc/, Twitter.com/regalfilms at www.instagram.com/regalfilms50.

Dawn Zulueta Reunites With Vic Sotto

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Dawn Zulueta takes a break from doing drama as she brings comic relief to the public with her new movie Meant to Beh opposite Vic Sotto. 

One of the eight official entries of the 2017 Metro Manila Film Festival, 'Meant to Beh' directed by Chris Martinez, marks the reunion of Dawn and Vic who have worked together in Okay Ka, Fairy Ko several years ago.

Meant to Beh is about married couple Ron (Vic) and Andrea (Dawn) whose differences mar their relationship despite living in the same house with their children. How will they reconcile their differences and save their marriage? Find out in Meant to Beh. 

Dawn shares, “I was so excited when I learned that I will be working again with Vic. It’s been years since we did a project together. Meant to Beh is a feel-good movie for the whole family. The holiday season is meant to be shared with our loved ones. The audience will not only laugh as the story unfolds but they will also learn good values that they can bring to their homes. I’m sure they will enjoy watching the movie. Love must always be present in a relationship but spice it up with some laughter and cheer.” 

Meant to Beh also stars JC Santos, Daniel Matsunaga, Sue Ramirez, Andrea Torres, Gabbi Garcia, Ruru Madrid, and Baste. The movie is an official entry to the Metro Manila Film Festival 2017. 

Dawn Zulueta is a talent of Asian Artists Agency. For inquiries, please call (02) 855-4765 or (02) 405-4423, email info@asianartistsagency.com, and visit fb.com/asianartistsagency

"Meant To Beh" explores true love’s possibilities, proves true love stand the test of time

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“Meant To Beh” the latest blockbuster film, as one of the eight official entries of the 2017 Metro Manila Film Festival.

“Meant To Beh” starring Vic Sotto and Dawn Zulueta, Gabbi Garcia, JC Santos, and Baby Baste. Directed by Chris Martinez, Meant to Beh is a story about family, values, love and good vibes. 

It tells the story of Ron and Andrea, a couple married out of and how they try to work out their marriage…or not.

During the holiday season, happy families and loving relationships are highlighted amongst the merrymaking of the holidays. With Meant To Beh, moviegoers are treated to this funny and poignant story about the Balatbat family, where they can pick up timely lessons about life and love along the way. Middle-aged couple Antonio (Vic) and Andrea Balatbat (Dawn) try their best to raise their three children, Christian (JC Santos), Alex (Gabbi Garcia), and Riley (Baby Baste).

The Balatbats have a perfect family setup despite the fact that the couple was only forced by their parents to get married when they were younger. These and other issues arise through the years, creating challenges and hardships that threaten the harmony within the family and eventually lead to a point where the couple, realizing that they never really loved each other, decides to separate in order to find themselves. 

This decision breaks their children’s hearts and they devise way to get their parents back together again despite both finding new respective partners. It has become their mission to get their parents to fall in love. 

The family movie, which Dawn describes as “heartwarming”, is said to be the first “serious” comedy by Bossing Vic Sotto.

He is very proud of the Filipino values that are highlighted, aside from the production’s entertainment value that will be enjoyed by audiences young and old.


“There are no grand special effects this year, unlike the Enteng Kabisote series that we have presented in the past holiday seasons. It is a simple, relatable story that takes a closer look at today’s Filipino families and the values that we cherish.” 

The movie, which also stars Sue Ramirez, Ruru Madrid, Andrea Torres, and Daniel Matsunaga is directed by Chris Martinez for Octoarts Films, M-Zet Productions and APT Entertainment.

Meant To Beh: Ika-Something na Utos will make its premiere in Philippine cinemas on December 25, 2017 as one of the eight official entries of the 2017 Metro Manila Film Festival.