Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival partners with MOWELFUND in supporting its Kwentong Panalo movies

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Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival proudly announces its partnership with Movie Workers Welfare Foundation, Inc. (MOWELFUND). This exciting collaboration aims to champion the Philippine film industry, particularly the young and emerging filmmakers, and narratives highlighting Filipino life and culture.

Puregold CinePanalo partners with MOWELFUND Inc. in supporting the local film industry, filmmakers, and movie workers. (L-R first row Joey Roa, MOWELFUND Vice President and COO Julius Topacio, MOWELFUND Film Institute Director Manrique D. Orellana, Jr., second row Res Cortez, Maria Elisa “Boots” Anson Roa-Rodrigo, Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival Director Chris Cahilig, and Jim Baltazar of CIMB Films)

Founded in 1974, MOWELFUND is a non-stock, non-profit foundation focused on social welfare, education, and industry development, with a dedicated mission to support the diligent professionals within the Philippine movie landscape.

Boots Anson Roa-Rodrigo, Chairman of MOWELFUND, shares her gratitude. 

“Thank you, Puregold, for CinePanalo. [Through this initiative], Puregold offers assistance to filmmakers [in featuring] films that delve into wholesome family themes that define everyday Filipino slice of life.”

With Puregold CinePanalo and MOWELFUND’s partnership, the organization will promote the upcoming festival among professional, amateur, and student filmmakers.

The multi-awarded movie and television personality says this is a “win-win” for both MOWELFUND and Puregold. “Panalo ang Puregold for instilling family values through the potent medium of film. Panalo ang MOWELFUND Film Institute for offering logistics to young and enterprising filmmakers. Panalo ang aspiring film students and enthusiasts [because] CinePanalo helps them bring to life their dream projects through the magic of film.”

Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival recently unveiled its list of grant recipients–six directors for the full-length films and 25 student filmmakers for the short films–carefully selected from over 200 pitches nationwide. Slated for a grand debut at the Gateway Cineplex 18, Araneta City, from March 15 to 17, the festival's selections embody the theme “Mga Kwentong Panalo ng Buhay,” weaving stories of kinship, perseverance, and the Filipino spirit.

In a gesture of gratitude, MOWELFUND acknowledges Puregold's support for their 50th-anniversary medical and dental mission, where grocery gift bags will be bestowed upon the deserving members of the film community.

MOWELFUND will also have a representative in Puregold CinePanalo’s panel of judges, present special citations on the awards night, and award the top 10 student filmmakers a post-film festival workshop. 

As the Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival approaches its zenith, Puregold senior marketing manager Ivy Hayagan-Piedad articulates, "With heartfelt appreciation, we recognize MOWELFUND and all our partners for their integral role in not just showcasing these inspiring Filipino narratives but also in fortifying our collective contribution to the flourishing Philippine movie industry.”

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Get ready to emerge with Millie Bobby Brown in ‘DAMSEL’

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A fantasy meets reality as Millie Bobby Brown takes on a captivating new role in “DAMSEL.” Far from a fairytale, this upcoming release promises an intriguing narrative set to unfold on March 8th.

ABOUT DAMSEL

LOGLINE: A dutiful damsel agrees to marry a handsome prince, only to find the royal family has recruited her as a sacrifice to repay an ancient debt. Thrown into a cave with a fire-breathing dragon, she must rely on her wits and will to survive.

DIRECTOR: Juan Carlos Fresnadillo

WRITERS: Dan Mazeau, Emily Ballou, Mark Bomback, Whit Anderson

PRODUCERS: Chris Castaldi, Jeff Kirschenbaum, Joe Roth

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Sue Baden-Powel, Zack Roth, Millie Bobby Brown, Robert Brown, Dan Mazeau, Mark Bomback

CAST: Angela Bassett, Brooke Carter, Ray Winstone, Robin Wright, Nick Robinson, Millie Bobby Brown, Shohreh Aghdashloo

 www.netflix.com/damsel 

#Damsel | @Netflix | @milliebobbybrown

realme 12 Series 5G now in PH, starts at P14,999

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Freebies and discounts of up to P4,000 are available during the special early bird promo

realme officially launched the realme 12 Series 5G on Thursday, unveiling two new smartphones - the realme 12 Pro+ 5G and realme 12+ 5G. Collectively, the realme 12 Series 5G is the latest addition to the smartphone brand’s popular Number Series.

From L-R: realme Philippines Communications Lead Patricia Gonzales, GTM Director Shirley Yang, Product Marketing Lead Jimmclaude Gayo, Country Manager Jacky Chen, Vice President for Marketing Jane Yan, GTM Head of Smartphone Products Janeil Manansala

The unveiling was held during an exclusive on-ground event simultaneously live-streamed online on realme’s official Facebook and YouTube pages. During the launch event, guests and attendees experienced the realme Gallery Walkthrough where they were immersed in a unique experiential event to learn about the camera and design features of the realme 12 Series 5G.

realme's Number Series carries flagship-level cameras so the Squad can expect that the realme 12 Series 5G is equipped with the latest camera technology, allowing users to #BeThePortraitMaster and easily capture special moments in one click.

The realme 12 Pro+ 5G comes in the highest 12GB+512GB storage variant available in two colorways: Submarine Blue and Navigator Beige, retailing at P25,999.

Meanwhile, the realme 12+ 5G comes in two stunning colors as well: Pioneer Green and Navigator Beige. It is available in two storage variants: 12GB+256GB and 8GB+256GB priced at P19,999 and P17,999 respectively.

Early bird offers

The realme 12 Series 5G is available on realme’s major e-commerce platforms namely Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop from March 7-15 wherein the Squad can get huge discounts of up to P4,000 for the realme 12 Pro+ 5G and up to P3,000 off for the realme 12+ 5G.

For Shopee users, the realme 12+ 5G (12GB+256GB) will be exclusively available on the platform for a much lower price of up to P3,400 off during Shopee’s Super Brand Day sale happening only on March 8.

Additionally, realme Care+ will be included for the first 1,000 customers to purchase the realme 12 Pro+ 5G (12GB+512GB) and another 2,000 customers for both storage variants of the realme 12+ 5G - for a total of 3,000 customers, across all the e-commerce platforms mentioned above, who are entitled to a special aftercare service for their device.

The first inclusion is a one-time Free Replacement for Damaged Display redeemable within 6 months after the purchase. The screen replacement covers accidental drops, collision, and extrusion. A 6-Month Extended Repair Warranty is also activated after the default warranty period expires. It covers non-human damage that naturally comes with using mobile phones and does not include repairs from falling, squeezing, and liquid penetration. 

Flexible payment options and offline retail purchase

As realme’s Official Installment Partner, Home Credit is offering up to 18-month installment programs with 0% interest. Meanwhile, credit card users can opt for up to 18 months of installed payment plan with 0% interest as well.

On the other hand, offline buyers can also catch amazing perks and freebies when purchasing from realme Stores and authorized dealers nationwide. From March 8-17, the Squad can take home a TechLife 4.5L See-Through Air Fryer worth P2,799.00 when they buy the realme 12 Pro+ 5G while the realme 12+ 5G comes with either a TechLife High-Speed Hair Dryer or TechLife 4L Digital Rice Cooker worth P2,399.00. These freebies are available only until stocks last.

Keep posted on the realme 12 Series 5G by visiting the realme official Facebook page or website.

Helen Mirren Gives a Nuanced Performance as Controversial Historical Figure Golda Meir in ‘Golda’

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In Golda, Helen Mirren portrays controversial Israeli leader Golda Meir as neither hero nor villain, but as a complex leader who made difficult decisions under extraordinary circumstances.

A riveting thriller, Golda is a must-see for history buffs and fans of political dramas. Transporting audiences to the heart of the Yom Kippur War in 1973, it recounts a period marked by intense conflict and uncertainty for Israel. Over the course of 19 nail-biting days, Prime Minister Golda Meir, portrayed with gritty determination by Helen Mirren, finds herself at the epicenter of a crisis that threatens the very existence of her nation.

With the shadow of Israel's total annihilation looming, Meir must outmaneuver her doubtful cabinet and navigate a complex web of international relations, particularly with the enigmatic US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger (Liev Schreiber). As the clock ticks down, Meir's unwavering leadership and deep compassion are put to the ultimate test, with millions of lives hanging in the balance. Golda is a story of resilience, strategy, and the heavy burden of leadership, leaving viewers to ponder the controversial legacy of one of the world's most formidable political figures.

On portraying such a complex and divisive figure on screen, Helen Mirren told BBC News:  "All I'm doing is playing Golda during the period of the Yom Kippur War. I'm not explaining her, rationalizing her, or reappraising her. I'm just playing a woman of that age dealing with that situation.”

Meanwhile, director Guy Nativ says that this film explores Meir's complicated legacy instead of simply hailing her as a hero: “I was raised with a narrative that we were stronger, more powerful, and that we won. Golda Meir was a hero. However, what I learned throughout my adult years is that it's not the case. It was a dreadful war; we lost almost 3000 soldiers. There was a big failure with a lot of units. Within this, I found Meir to be a fascinating character, very complicated. Aside from a TV movie in the 1980s, no one had tackled her character in such depth.”

Witness Helen Mirren delivers a powerhouse performance as Golda Meir in Golda, premiering exclusively on Lionsgate Play this March 8.

●       Directed by: Guy Nattiv

●       Screenplay by: Nicholas Martin

●   Cast: Helen Mirren, Camille Cottin, Ellie Piercy, Rami Heuberger, Lior Ashkenazi, Liev Schreiber, Dominic Mafham, Ed Stoppard, Henry Goodman

●       Producers: Michael Kuhn, Jane Hooks, Nicholas Martin

●       Exec. Producers: Louise Nathanson, Anna Vincent, Celine Rattray

Official synopsis:

Golda, a ticking-clock thriller sharing the intensely dramatic events, high-stake responsibilities, and controversial decisions that Meir – also known as the ‘Iron Lady of Israel’ – faced during the Yom Kippur War in 1973. Her actions, in impossible circumstances, would ultimately decide the fate of millions of lives.

Bayad clinches Excellence Awards during the Pag-IBIG Fund Chairman’s Report for 2023

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The awarding ceremony highlights Bayad as Pag-IBIG Fund’s Non-bank Top Collecting Partner, having served the highest contribution on Pag-IBIG Fund’s Employer Electronic Submission of Remittance Schedule (ESRS) for the year 2023.

In photo (L-R): Pag-IBIG Fund VP for Legal and General Counsel Group. Chief Legal Counsel and Head of Compliance – Atty. Marcial C. Pimentel Jr., Pag-IBIG Fund Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Home Lending Operations Cluster – Benjamin R. Felix Jr., Bayad VP and Head for Biller Solutions Anely P. Aviles, Pag-IBIG Fund Chief Executive Officer Marilene C. Acosta, Bayad President and CEO – Lawrence Y. Ferrer, Bayad Account Officer – Rommel S. Villeza, Pag-IBIG Fund Deputy Chief Officer for Support Services Cluster – Atty. Robert John S. Cosico, and Pag-IBIG Fund Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Member Services Cluster – Alexander Hilario G. Aguilar.

Now on its 6th consecutive year, Bayad has once again proven its commitment to excellence in enabling institutions to conveniently help its employees settle their Pag-IBIG Fund home loan contributions through Bayad’s multi-channel payment platform.

Today, both individual and group contributions can be settled through a variety of Bayad’s payment touchpoints covering its Bayad Centers, its network of partner establishments such as leading supermarkets, department stores, convenient stores, pawnshops, courier services, banks, and other financial institutions. Adding to these are Bayad’s mobile application - Bayad App and its web application – Bayad Online, catering to a more tech-savvy market.

Bayad President and CEO, Lawrence Y. Ferrer underscored “Our drive for excellence is deeply rooted in our purpose of helping Filipinos elevate their quality of life. We are committed to provide solutions to both individuals and businesses that effectively help make payments more convenient and seamless.” We are one with Pag-IBIG in helping our kababayans to become financially empowered and fulfill their dream of owning a home.”

For government and financial institutions that are interested to be part of Bayad’s extensive biller network, you may send an email to partnerships@bayad.com. Bayad enables partners to attain nationwide presence and provides end-to-end support services for efficient payment and collection processing.