portraits from The Capitol: CATCHING FIRE posters

below are the exciting portraits from the Panem Capitol for the new movie in The Hunger Games series starring Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen and Josh Hutcherson at Peeta Mellark. the two won the violent Hunger Games from the prequel but now thrown back into the forest for the second time after the Quarter Quell cuts their victory.

more photos with Gale Hawthorne (Liam Hemsworth), Effie Trinket (Elizabeth Banks), Caesar Flickerman (Stanley Tucci), Haymitch Abernathy (Woody Harelson), Cinna (Lenny Kravitz) and other cast in this album.

THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE opens on November 22 worldwide and distributed by Pioneer Films here in the Philippines.

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SOFITEL MANILA names new general manager

5-star hotel Sofitel Philippine Plaza welcomes its new General Manager named Mr. Adam Laker after the three year term of his predecessor Goran Aleks. it's a grand Philippine welcome to Mr. Laker and to his enjoyable stay in Sofitel -- with the hospitality and world-class service of its Filipino staff.
it was a French-inspired night filled with French hors d'œuvre, wine, cheese, breads and of course, chocolate that satisfied all the guests in this black and white gathering. the night was also blanketed with romantic music and joyful dancing celebrating this family welcome.
Mr. Laker was a General Manager in various Sofitel destinations, Fiji Islands and Reef Casino Cairns, Australia. he invites everyone to visit Sofitel Manila with these words:

"Make your grand arrival at an inspired 5-star Manila resort hotel a cultural oasis by the sparkling bay. Designed by National Artists Leandro Locsin and Ildefonso P Santos the structural masterpiece welcomes you with its geometric chic style."
Please join us for a Magnifique voyage to the tropical splendour of Manila. We look forward to welcoming you with our refined French art de recevoir blended with the gracious and heartfelt warmth of the Filipino spirit.
Life is Magnifique in Manila.

visit Sofitel Manila at CCP Complex Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, PHILIPPINES.

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new EPIC trailer revealed

you might have thought that it was Fern Gully but Ice Age director Chris Wedge delivers a nature-inspired epic entitled EPIC!
based on the book by William Joyce, "The Leafmen and the Brave Good Bugs," we are transported into another world with Mary Katherine (Amanda Seyfried), a teenage girl who discovers a world in the forest where a battle between good and evil is being heated up. the movie features the voices Amanda Seyfried, Colin Farrell, Jason Sudeikis, Beyonce Knowles, Josh Hutcherson and Christoph Waltz. you can watch the adventures of Mary Katherine in this new trailer.

the new trailer shows how Mary Katherine dwells in the forest with the leafmen and the other creatures. and how they plotted their war against the evil forces that puts the world in danger.

opening May 24 in theaters nationwide, EPIC will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures by 20th Century Fox.

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WOMEN honored in Galerie Anna

Galerie Anna's latest exhibition entitled WOMEN presents a contemporary presentation of the physical, emotional, psychological spiritual and sociological aspects of women.
Inspired by these aspects, 14 visual artists covey their appreciation with women through paintings on display today at the gallery. Dominique Alfonso, Fernando Antimano, Salvador Bañares Jr, Kevin Cerda, Leomar Conejos, Ronson Culibrina, Dino Gabito, Adrian Evangelista, John Marin, Jeffrey Salon, Bryan Teves, Erick Villaruz, JR Urao and Michael Zacharias applaud the beauty and fascination to the woman creature overlaid with rich imagination through the stroke of their brushes.

The exhibit was also in time for the celebration of International Women's Day happening on March 8, 2013. In honor of women, the designs show the different roles of women in the society, a mother, a lover, a part of the work force, the teacher and even the religious.

At the center of the gallery is Bryan Teves' Semana Santa, a real eye-catcher and a crowd favorite. Drawn from the inspiration of the Lenten Season, Bryan drew his sister's portrait like the crucified Christ. The portrait was copied from a photograph and immersed with the religious image. The execution was close to reality and everyone just can't take their eyes off it.

Semana Santa by Bryan Teves (detail)Two prominent subjects in art and history inspire artists, Frida Kahlo and Leonardo da Vinci's Pieta was depicted in detail closest to the techniques made in the real thing.

WOMEN in Galerie Anna is open until March 19, 2013. For more information, please call Galerie Anna at telephone numbers (632) 470-2511 or 470-9869 or visit their website www.galerieanna.com. Galerie Anna is located at The Artwalk, 4th level, SM Megamall Building A, Mandaluyong City.

see also this article in Herword.com.

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SEARCH IS ON: Miss Bikini Philippines 2013 by Slimmers World

show off those sexy bodies in the search for the next Slimmers World Miss Bikini Philippines 2013 to be crowned on April 23, 2013.
candidates must possess the following criteria to be able to join the competition:

1. female, 18-25 years old;
2. at least 5'6 tall;
3. beautiful and sexy;
4. single, never been married nor given birth;
5. Filipino citizen;
6. of good moral character;
7. willing to represent the Philippines in the international pageant if declared winner;
8. willing to stay in Manila for the duration of her reign and serve as Slimmers World ambassador for Slimming, Fitness, Health and beauty.

if you believe you have what it takes to hold the title, attend the last leg of the screening on March 8 at Diamond Hotel, Manila. bring your (1) accomplished form for MBP, (2) recent close up and full body photo in 5R size.

for more details, call (02) 525-8771, 091-SLIMMERS or email bikiniphilippines@slimmersworld.com.ph. check out updates on www.missbikiniphilippines.ph or follow them on Facebook and Twitter (@slimmers_world)

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the CROODACEOUS family

in this pre-historic comedy, we are about to meet the world's first family that were confined into a cave for many years. after their cave was destroyed, their journey into a spectacular landscape has changed their outlook forever.
the dynamic family of the Croods is lead by the head, family patriarch Grug (Nicolas Cage) who supplies, protects and secures the kin up to its boredom. his over protection to his wife and three kids has concealed the family from the outside world. the eldest, Gran (Cloris Leachman) is the feisty mother-in-law who never gets tired of needling, and even sometimes assaulting, Grug. the matriarch Ugga (Catherine Keener) supports, and follows her hyper-vigilant husband, Thug (Clark Duke) stays and enjoys the static status quo as he does nothing. Eep (Emma Stone) is the rebellious teenager, who strives to look for new adventure, curious of what's out there and collides with his father's rules.
at the outside landscape, they meet Guy (Ryan Reynolds) who has survived the dangers. with him, the Croods discover the extraordinary world with amazing creatures and life essentials -- like fire and shoes. Guy attracts Eep's glance and will be any father's fear to his teenage daughter.
opening March 22, THE CROODS features the voices of Nicolas Cage, Emma Stone, Ryan Reynolds, Catherine Keener, Clark Duke and Cloris Leachman. directed by Chris Sanders & Kirk DeMicco, and produced by Kristine Belson and Jane Hartwell. distributed by 20th Century Fox (Philippines).

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CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: Worlds Away movie review

James Cameron brings a wonderful visual masterpiece featuring the world's favorite acrobatic act in Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away. on March 6, 2013, capture the heart-pumping stunts and the magic of love in this wonderful movie.
the story is about Mia, a young woman who finds herself in a circus and entranced by an aerialist. an almost unfortunate event had separated them, the two were drawn into the magical world of Cirque du Soleil. in two tent worlds, the two witness different acts of Cirque du Soleil and their journey had drawn them back together.
as the movie is a visual masterpiece, you still wanted to see the real thing. the live show of acrobats are definitely more tasteful and exciting. as the movie was shot in a very dark studio, colors have appeared brighter and clearer. but knowing for James Cameron and his success for Avatar, the movie can stand in 2D rather than seeing it in 3D. i just hope they had treated it more with their movie magic. i think i miss some special effects.
Megaworld Lifestyle Malls brings this movie into their theaters exclusively starting March 6. check Lucky Chinatown, Newport Cinemas and Eastwood Cinemas.

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