Congrats to Janine Tugonon

conratulations to our very own Janine Tugonon, 23-year-old Filipina for bringing home 1st runner up in the recently concluded Miss Universe beauty pageant. while Olivia Culpo from the USA wore the crown title as Miss Universe 2012.

in the event held in Planet Hollywood hotel, 88 candidates from all over the world vied for the crown. and it was very pleasing to everyone that Janine Tugonon gets included in the Top 16, Top 10 and most of all in the Top 5 together with Brazil (4th runner up), Australia (3rd runner up), Venezuela (2nd runner up) and USA. Janine Tugonon really stand out from the Caucasian and Latina beauties that moment and she was a crowd favorite even when the competition starts.

competition, long gown and swimsuit

and more that the Filipinos bet on Miss Philippines after answering the big question very relaxed and with much poise. see the video below:

Judge Nigel Barker asked Miss Philippines, "As an international ambassador, do you believe that speaking English is a prerequisite to be Miss Universe?" to which she responded, "For me, Miss Universe is not about being able to speak a specific language, it's about being able to influence and inspire other people. No matter what language you speak, as long as you have the heart and a strong mind, you can become Miss Universe." - Silver Chips

Ms. Philippines National Costume

while everyone is in ire of the results, 1st runner up would still be a very important position for Janine. as it was said, "in case the reigning Miss Universe can't fulfill her duties, the first runner-up will take over." our support for the winner, and of course to Janine, in fulfilling their duties as they promote good will throughout the world.

photo credits: nydailynews.com

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the cast of LES MISERABLES

we're counting down the days to Christmas and to all Broadway musical fans, LES MISERABLES is the ultimate movie blowout. with the most-loved cast of Hugh Jackman as Jean Valjean, Russell Crowe as Javert, Anne Hathaway as Fantine, Amanda Seyfried as Cossette, the dream definitely came into reality.

below are the cast photos that were recently released.

LES MISERABLES is a story of a paroled prisoner Jean Valjean who seeks liberty for him and the people at the time of the French Revolution. this is the latest adoptation of the musical inspired by the novel by Victor Hugo.

opening December 25 2012 in the USA and January 23 2013 in the Philippines, LES MISERABLES is directed by Academy Award-winner Tom Hooper and distributed by Solar Entertainment Corporation.

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ARIEL and Team Manila supports Philippine Olympic athletes

in the recently held activity at the SM Mall of Asia, Ariel laundry detergent pays tribute and support to the 2012 Philippine Olympic athletes. the Olympics is set this July in London and a physical manifestation of their support is to invite everyone donate a piece of their clothing with the following colors: red, white, blue, and yellow.
the activity got even merrier with bands especially when 6CycleMind went on stage. the crowds gather in the music hall of SM Mall of Asia for this great advocacy.

the pieces of clothing will be formed as a big Philippine flag to be waved by the athletes in the parade of nations in the opening ceremonies of the Olympics 2012.
for you to give your support, you can bring your clothes or avail of the patch saying "Proud Keeper of Philippines' Colors" for only Php 50.00. and with Team Manila, a special Proud Keeper shirt is sold at Php 550, proceeds will be of aid to the athletes too.

to view more details about the campaign, you may visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/arielphilippinescolors.

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Philippine Colors in the 2012 Olympics

the 2012 London Olympics is drawing near. i am inviting everyone to support and be proud of the Filipino contingents. we know that the Philippines struggles and has a long way to get the coveted medals in the games.
so, may i ask for your support by donating your clothes with the yellow, white, red or blue colors at SM Mall of Asia Music Hall today, June 24. these will be used for the Philippine flags that will be brought during the Olympic Games. pieces of cheer for our kababayans and also telling the world that you're a proud keeper of Philippine colors.
in return, you will be given a patch where you can wear proudly and say that you support the Philippine team.

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for EARTH HOUR 2012

March 31st marks the day for Earth Hour 2012. and i have committed to start promoting the cause through my blog.

i have made this animated image as widget posted in all of the pages of this blog. using simple Photoshop and ImageReady skills, i wish that visitors will be able to notice it. i have given the authority to everyone who wants to share this image in their sites. you can copy the code below:

<a href="http://www.earthhour.org"><img src="http://www.fileden.com/files/2006/7/28/145338/earth-hour.gif"/></a>
and then post it in your layout. it's my part of sending the information out to the public to be able to start conserving energy and other natural resources and that will also slow down global warming.

we also reach out to everyone to contribute in activities that will restore the environment of its resources.

Earth Hour will happen on March 31 2012 at 8:30PM to 9:30PM. i hope that this will be a regular activity and that everyone supports it. you can check your communities on how they will hold Earth Hour or you can also visit www.earthhour.org to see what's happening on the other parts of the globe.

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OSCARS 2012 complete list of winners

congratulations to the winners of the 84th Academy Awards! here is the complete list of winners:

Best Picture - The Artist
Actor in a Leading Role - Jean Dujardin (The Artist)
Actress in a Leading Role - Meryl Streep (The Iron Lady)
Actor in a Supporting Role - Christopher Plummer (Beginners)
Actress in a Supporting Role - Octavia Spencer (The Help)
Animated Feature Film - Rango
Cinematography - Hugo
Art Direction - Hugo (Dante Ferreti - Production Design / Francesca Lo Schiavo - Set Decoration
Costume Design - Mark Bridges (The Artist)
Directing - Michel Hazanavicius (The Artist)
Documentary Feature - Undefeated
Documentary Short - Saving Face
Film Editing - The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
Foreign Language Film - A Separation (Iran)
Make Up - Mark Coulier and J. Roy Helland (The Iron Lady)
Music (Original Score) - Ludovic Bource (The Artist)
Original Song - "Man or Muppet" by Bren McKenzie (The Muppets)
Animated Short Film - The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore
Live Action Short Film - The Shore
Sound Editing - Philip Stockton and Eugene Gearty (Hugo)
Sound Mixing - Tom Fleischman and John Midgley (Hugo)
Visual Effects - Rob Legato, Josh Williams, Ben Grossman and Alex Henning (Hugo)
Writing (Adapted Screenplay) - Alexander Payne, Nat Faxon and Jim Rash (The Descendants)
Writing (Original Screenplay) - Woody Allen (Midnight in Paris)

The Artist bagged 5 awards in total tied with Hugo. The Iron Lady with 2 awards. Christopher Plummer received his first Oscar at the age of 82 making him the oldest person to receive the golden statue.

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No Other Good Man but Charlie Brown!

who wouldn't forget 5 kids and a dog who communicates like adults and talks about the way of life. from the famous comics Peanuts by Charles Schulz, 9 Works Theatrical brings to life Lucy, Schroeder, Linus, Sally, Snoopy and Charlie Brown in the musical loved by kids and kids at heart, You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown.

an attempt into children's theater by the 9 Works team, executive producer Santi Santamaria talks about choosing the musical in the line up of plays set for 2012.

with 15 songs in the lives of the 5 kids, people who will watch it will look at life in a different way. thanks to the optimism of Charlie Brown -- who will be played by Robby Guevarra. as he knew that Charlie Brown will be staged by 9 Works, he never let anyone get the role but himself, as this is part of him growing up. getting back on stage are 2 known personalities, Tonipet Gaba playing Schroeder and Sweet Plantado as Sally. after taking the hibernation from the theater world, they are delighted to join the cast. here's a video of one song, also my favorite from the line up, "My New Philosophy."

joining them are veteran theater actors Carla Laforteza as Lucy, Franco Laurel as Linus (Toff Devenecia alternates) and Lorenz Martinez as Snoopy. this is directed by the "stellar" Michael Williams.

starting February 11 to March 3, 2012. enjoy the fun with the characters we grew up on. brought to us by 9 Works Theatrical, the show will be at Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati City.

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HENRY CAVILL is SUPERMAN 2012

BURBANK, CA, January 30, 2011 – Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures announced today that Henry Cavill has won the coveted role of Superman, the iconic superhero.

The film will be directed by Zack Snyder, who stated, “In the pantheon of superheroes, Superman is the most recognized and revered character of all time, and I am honored to be a part of his return to the big screen. I also join Warner Bros., Legendary and the producers in saying how excited we are about the casting of Henry. He is the perfect choice to don the cape and S shield.”

Charles Roven, Emma Thomas, Christopher Nolan and Deborah Snyder are the producers of the film. The screenplay is being written by David S. Goyer based on a story by Goyer and Nolan. Thomas Tull and Lloyd Phillips are serving as executive producers.

Cavill recently wrapped production on “The Cold Light of Day” and stars in the upcoming “Immortals,” opening this fall.

Targeted for release in December 2012, the new Superman movie will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

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2012 movie review

are you afraid of something? what if you have no choice but to less all things pass, would you save yourself or die helpless?

that's what i saw when i watched 2012. it all started on the belief of the Mayans which really wasn't much touched on the movie. it was like another continental drift unfortunately happened on a very specific date on 2012. the human race didn't really had much time but some powerful individuals manage to take on Darwin: the survival of the fittest.

unimaginable things suppose to happen on 2012. like massive earthquakes, tidal waves and disposition of the continents resulting to great property destruction and lives vanish in an instant. however, the Great 8 had been developing another Noah's Ark to save their races. poor China, their people have been used for the benefit of others but they almost didn't have a chance to save themselves.

doomsday scenes are scary. what if it really happens on 2012? what would you do to survive? the images are almost too realistic with the graphic enhancement. John Cusack also did well but i don't understand his role in the movie.

if you watch this movie, you will be holding tight to your seats.

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