a netizen's choice: GMA NEWS TV

so there's a writing project about the netizens choice for their favorite TV station. with the network "wars" (if there really is) happening among fans, i would be really proud to say that GMA NEWS TV gets my vote on this one.

as all the other stations (ABS-CBN, TV5 and GMA7) strive to collect fans through their entertainment talents, there would be 3 reasons why i choose GMA NEWS TV.

1. programs are informative - it's a given. programs which promote Philippine culture, individual development, achievements on any aspects, we will truly be aware of what's happening to our surroundings. GMA NEWS TV not just deliver the news, they bring substance to the material they deliver.

2. balanced journalism - with such programs that involve controversial topics, GMA NEWS TV promotes balance arguments by taking both views from involved parties. the point of view is left to those who sees it but judgment is served by greater authority.

3. programs that push viewers to action. - sensitive subjects address not only the government [but mostly it is] but the concerned citizens that may be able to help those in need. the aim is to see the realities of the Filipino people.

4. it's on free TV. - the information they deliver doesn't have to be kept in private. that's why i admire GMA NEWS TV for its fearless exposition of issues and cases that surprise us.

this vote i hope isn't a killjoy to any other entries submitted. there were not guidelines to choose among the 3 giants on Philippine TV. i think people would think that this post would be really off of the choices where people choose only for the networks capitalizing on entertainment. GMA NEWS TV would really lead its league for news channels. don't get me wrong why most of my latest posts are angled to another station, that's a different story.

if you want to vote for your favorite TV station, this writing project is held by www.Starmometer.com, www.Showbiznest.com and www.LionhearTV.net. there's still a lot of time to vote for your favorite TV station. try to read this post and follow the mechanics.

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3 great Filipino films, restored for Cinema One Originals Film Festival

three among great Filipino films are carefully restored and enhanced to its better color and into digital format, for the Cinema One Originals Film Festivals 2012 running from November 28 - December 9 2012.

these three films: Genghis Khan, Oro Plata Mata, and Himala, will do their debut into digital and relive their glory in the silver screens of Robinsons Galleria and EDSA Shangri-La Plaza Cineplex.
opening the festival is Peque Gallaga's Oro Plata Mata which is considered his most significant contribution to Philippine Cinema and that's why he's very thankful for making it to the line up of this year's festival and having it restored to be seen by the present generation.

other than the three big films is a line up of films made by new breed of directors.

if you would like to check out the movies coming out this season, you can check the schedule below:

ROBINSONS GALLERIA MOVIEWORLD

NOVEMBER 28
5:00 PM OPENING COCKTAILS
7:00 PM OPENING PROGRAM
8:00 PM ORO PLATA MATA (restored version)

NOVEMBER 29
12:30 PM SHORT FILM PROGRAMME
2:30 PM Best of Cinema One Originals: KA ORYANG
5:00 PM Best of Cinema One Originals: DI INGON NATO
7:00 PM Premiere: MELODRAMA NEGRA
9:00 PM Premiere: MARIPOSA SA HAWLA NG GABI

NOVEMBER 30
12:00 PM Best of Cinema One Originals: SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION FROM LILIA CUNTAPAY
2:00 PM ANG PAGLALAKBAY NG MGA BITUIN SA GABING MADILIM
4:30 PM BAYBAYIN
7:00 PM Premiere: SLUMBER PARTY
9:00 PM Premiere: MATER DOLOROSA

DECEMBER 1
12:30 PM MAMAY UMENG
2:30 PM ABERYA
5:00 PM MARIPOSA SA HAWLA NG GABI
7:15 PM Premiere: PASCALINA
9:00 PM Premiere: CATNIP

DECEMBER 2
12:00 PM EDSA XXX
2:00 PM CATNIP
4:00 PM SHORT FILM PROGRAMME
6:00 PM MELODRAMA NEGRA
8:00 PM PALITAN
10:00 PM SLUMBER PARTY

DECEMBER 3
12:30 PM ANAK ARAW
2:30 PM MATER DOLOROSA
4:30 PM MAMAY UMENG
6:30 PM PALITAN
8:30 PM BAYBAYIN

DECEMBER 4
12:30 PM SLUMBER PARTY
3:00 PM EDSA XXX
5:00 PM SUPREMO
7:30 PM ANAK ARAW
9:30 PM PASCALINA

DECEMBER 5
12:30 PM MATER DOLOROSA
2:30 PM MELODRAMA NEGRA
4:30 PM ABERYA
7:00 PM EDSA XXX
9:15 PM MARIPOSA SA HAWLA NG GABI

DECEMBER 6
12:00 PM ABERYA
2:30 PM BAYBAYIN
5:00 PM ANAK ARAW
7:00 PM CATNIP
9:30 PM ALAGWA

DECEMBER 7
12:00 PM CATNIP
2:30 PM SLUMBER PARTY
5:00 PM PASCALINA
7:00 PM ANG PAGLALAKBAY NG MGA BITUIN SA GABING MADILIM
9:50 PM SHORT FILM PROGRAMME

DECEMBER 8
12:30 PM PALITAN
2:30 PM MARIPOSA SA HAWLA NG GABI
5:00 PM BAYBAYIN
7:30 PM Premiere: GRACELAND
9:30 PM Premiere: JUNGLE LOVE

DECEMBER 9
2:30 PM MAMAY UMENG
4:30 PM GRACELAND
6:30 PM BEST PICTURE CATEGORY 1
9:00 PM BEST PICTURE CATEGORY 2

EDSA SHANGRI-LA CINEPLEX Cinema 4

NOVEMBER 29
2:30 PM Best of Cinema One Originals: DI INGON NATO
5:00 PM Best of Cinema One Originals: SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION FROM LILIA CUNTAPAY
7:00 PM Premiere: ANG PAGLALAKBAY NG MGA BITUIN SA GABING MADILIM
9:00 PM Premiere: BAYBAYIN

NOVEMBER 30
12:30 PM Best of Cinema One Originals: KA ORYANG
3:00 PM MELODRAMA NEGRA
5:00 PM Special One-Time Screening: GENGHIS KHAN Restored Classics
7:30 PM Premiere: MAMAY UMENG
9:30 PM Premiere: ABERYA

DECEMBER 1
12:30 PM BAYBAYIN
3:00 PM MATER DOLOROSA
5:00 PM SLUMBER PARTY
7:30 PM Premiere: EDSA XXX
9:30 PM Premiere: PALITAN

DECEMBER 2
12:30 PM MAMAY UMENG
3:00 PM Special Screening: ORO PLATA MATA Restored Classics
7:00 PM Premiere: ALAGWA
9:00 PM Premiere: ANAK ARAW

DECEMBER 3
12:30 PM ANG PAGLALAKBAY NG MGA BITUIN SA GABING MADILIM
3:00 PM PASCALINA
5:00 PM CATNIP
7:30 PM MARIPOSA SA HAWLA NG GABI
9:30 PM Premiere: SUPREMO

DECEMBER 4
12:30 PM SHORT FILMS
2:30 PM PALITAN
4:30 PM MATER DOLOROSA
7:00 PM Premiere: HIMALA NGAYON
9:15 PM Premiere: HIMALA Restored Classics

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RISE OF THE GUARDIANS movie review

a whole new experience for the whole family, Dreamwork's RISE OF THE GUARDIANS takes you on another level of imagination and belief. kids and kids-at-heart will enjoy the adventure of the characters we fell in love before bedtime starting November 28 in cinemas in 3D and IMAX formats.

North (Santa Claus), saw a vision that a great danger is underway to the children of the world. thus summoning Easter Bunny, Tooth Fairy, and the Sandman to protect the children and their happiness. and their own guardian, the moon, a metaphor for great power guiding upon them hails another guardian, Jack Frost, who is very stubborn and doesn't believe that he is a guardian himself.

the guardians get their power from children who believe in them. and Pitch wants to take all children's dreams and turn them into nightmares for his domination all over the world. and our guardians' mission is to reverse this helping each other and bring back the imagination to all children. but as for Jack Frost, he searches for his purpose in making the world a happier place despite the troubles he makes.

in the depiction of Dreamworks' RISE OF THE GUARDIANS, we are told about the different legends of the characters. like how Santa lives in the North Pole, living with elves who makes his gifts, and one thing we don't know is that the yetis are joining them for Christmas preparations. and how he implements quality assurance on these gifts that makes it very funny.

the Tooth Fairy, on the other hand, reigns in the kingdom where they keep all children's memories with every tooth they lose. you will also like the Easter Bunny's presence with the eggs, and Sandman's magical power.

we are all in a surprise of children's imaginations. the power of how it can change things. the very delightful treat for the eyes and heart of the family and that believing on yourself and finding your purpose.

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TROUBLE WITH THE CURVE movie review

when you think you know baseball, TROUBLE WITH THE CURVE will show you how experience teaches a lot of lessons. in this movie by Warner Bros., Clint Eastwood who plays Gus scouts for baseball players despite his sight problems. his daughter Mickey, played by Amy Adams, helps him to do so but past experiences detach the girl from her father.

the movie not only teaches us about baseball but also to prepare for our twilight years. as Gus is the best man for the job, the new blood is slowly eliminating him to achiever their personal goals. but as Gus' love for baseball, the old man cannot cope up with the demands as his health depreciates starting with the eyesight -- which is very vital for recruiting the next players. this is where Mickey comes in. though very aggressive to help her father, Gus is still over protective of her as to how to deal with the guys. she also has some "issues" with her father that's why she feels very unattached though obligated to help him. along the way, she meets this another baseball enthusiast, Johnny (Justin Timberlake), who's in the same objective as they have.

at least they learn to resolve the issues at the same time they had found the right guy for the post. Gus, Mickey and so with Johnny found each of what they're lacking with each other. in this sense, the best thing for the job you'll like to accomplish would be standing right beside you. it's important to notice the people around you so that you will have the best time ever.

this movie is another revelation for Justin Timberlake's acting skills for me. with his high-recommendable performance in The Social Network, i can say that this man has talent. acting as Johnny makes him very effective for Mickey and he and Amy Adams have a cute chemistry on screen. the movie is properly cast.

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MERALCO's Christmas Display finally opens!

every year, Manila Electric Company (MERALCO) adds to the tradition of sparkling lights and spreading cheers to the Filipino community with their own Christmas display at the Meralco Compound in Pasig City.

with the theme, Maliwanag ang Pasko, the Christmas display is finally opened to the public with the traditional Filipino Christmas symbols like the Belen, as glittering lights adorn the whole compound for everyone to see.

the lighting ceremony was lead by Meralco Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan together with Meralco executives and with sports teams, Ms. Shamcey Supsup also graced the event with cheer.

as the lights open, everyone had fun taking their pictures, making the Meralco compound a theme park for the whole family. thus, the Department of Tourism acknowledges the Meralco Christmas display as one of the must-see destinations in the Philippines during Christmas season.
the Meralco Christmas display is available to the public until December. for more photos, you can see my photo set here and by liking Ohmski.info.

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the brave dwarves: protectors of THE HOBBIT

meet the legion of dwarves who were off to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor. they will be joined by Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman) who was summoned by Gandalf the Grey (Ian McKellen) to fight the dragon Smaug.

Jed Brophy as Nori, Graham McTavish as Dwalin, Mark Hadlow as Dori, James Nesbitt as Bofur, Dean O'Gorman as Fili, Adam Brown as Ori, Stephen Hunter as Bombur, Peter Hambleton as Gloin, William Kircher as Bifur, Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield, Ken Stott as Balin, John Callen as Oin, and Aidan Turner as Kili.



altogether they will go to a journey into the Wild; through treacherous lands swarming with Goblins and Orcs, deadly Wargs and Giant Spiders, Shapeshifters and Sorcerers.

directed by Peter Jackson, THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY is first of the three installments of the celebrated JRR Tolkien novel. opening December 14 2012 in the USA and 2013 in the Philippines.

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40 pianos, over 300 pianists, 1 stage, 1 night

tonight is be the grandest concert featuring over 300 pianists of the Piano Teacher's Guild of the Philippines. celebrating 40 years of existence from its founding on 1962, the PTGP sets 40 pianos in the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP) stage to serenade everyone in this never before heard concert.

entitled FORTE @ 40, the suites will be conducted by Dr. Herminigildo Ranera and Daniel Bartolome with PTGP teachers, students past and present PTGP board members aged 8-80. this also include performers like CCP President Dr. Raul Sunico, concert pianists Della Besa and Annie De Guzman, Fr. Manuel Maramba, OSB, Carmen Padilla, Nita Abrograr-Quinto, Philippine Madrigal Singers choirmaster Mark Anthony Carpio, UST Singers’ conductor Fidel Calalang, Najib Ismail, Mary Anne Espina, and many more.

highlighting the concert is the world premiere of Mga Gintong Pamana by Augusto “Agot” Espino, commissioned by the Piano Teachers' Guild of the Philippines which will showcase "40 pianos, 80 players, 2 per piano" playing the parts - a first of its kind in the history of Philippine music. this masterpiece pays tribute to the Great Filipino composers, namely: Nicanor Abelardo, Dr. Francisco Santiago, Francisco Buencamino, Sr., Dr. Antonio Molina, Rosendo Santos, Jr., Lucio San Pedro, Felipe De Leon, Sr., Ramon Tapales, Dr. Lucrecia Kasilag, and Rodolfo Cornejo who have made unparalleled contributions to the Philippine piano literature.

for inquiries and details of show, special group discounts for schools, please email askptgp@yahoo.com. visit ptgpinc.wordpress.com. and like http://www.facebook.com/PTGPInc on Facebook.

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