OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL movie review

finally seeing it before it ends the theaters is the movie that i very much anticipated. OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFU from Walt Disney Pictures made me to like it even more than the trailers. though others may have seen it and didn't like it, i don't know how would i explain it to them but the movie was really good.

if you're basing the story from two books, Wicked from Gregory Maguire and Wizard of Oz from L. Frank Baum, of course you'll in for a great disappointment. but connections have been very very close from L. Frank Baum's book.

politics is a very prominent issue in the story. sisters Evanora (Rachel Weisz) and Theodora (Mila Kunis) are in conspiracy to rule Oz. notice the dynasty going on and they are agreeing over one brain that is greater evil. greed and power is what would Evanora has been eyeing for quite a long time. while Theodora, the more vulnerable one, takes her revenge from a heartbreak with Oscar Diggs. earlier manifesting her weakness of decaying in water, the Wicked Witch of the West likewise afraid of new things that happen in Oz.

the young wizard, Oscar Diggs (James Franco) gives a new perspective of how we knew the Wizard of Oz. the jolly carnival magician was indeed a womanizer, attracting beauty around him. a clever man, his resourcefulness caught him to make the people of Oz to believe that he is the actual wizard they expecting. the lesson, never fail anyone and forget to doubt yourself. you create your own destiny and aim for greatness.

with all the high production value with the beautiful set and costumes invested in this movie, i think there might be some flaws, however, in the actors' execution of stunts. flying Glinda and Evanora seem like they don't have balance in their weights and looked like they're wiggling on air. i just didn't imagine that Glinda had fogs as power. on the positive note, items are consistent in connecting with the later scenes and gives a clear rationale in the development of the story. right now, i am more excited on how they immerse Dorothy and her three comrades in connection with Oz.

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TURBO: rushing to the dream

from the makers of family entertainment, like Rise of the Guardians and The Croods, Dreamworks Animation presents another racing comedy that all ages would love. TURBO -- a story of a snail that always dreamed of a fast-paced life in his slow environment and to emulate a dream he always dreamed of.

TURBO is a snail that got sic of his normal slow life and environment and would like to take on a new lifestyle. fast and easy, he tries to feed his desire by sneaking in to a garage by watching a French racing idol Guy Gagne, race to victory. all his dreams did come true after having a freak accident that caused him to have extraordinary powers.

featuring the voices of Ryan Reynolds (Turbo), Paul Giamatti, Snoop Dogg, Maya Rudolph, Ben Schwartz and Samuel L. Jackson, TURBO is a fast-paced, action-packed 3D comedy and is set to have audiences around the world root for a super-charged snail to use his incredible powers to win the ultimate race against his idols so that he can prove once and for all that no dream is too big and no dreamer is too small.

DreamWorks Animation and 20th Century Fox brings TURBO in 3D starting July 19 in cinemas nationwide.

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HOLY WEDNESDAY 2013

a clear sky and it was a fine weather at Marikina. on the 4th day of Holy Week, we are starting to decorate the cart carrying the images for procession. the scene commemorates how Jesus Christ invited Phillip and Nathaniel to become his disciples.

a very systematic organization from the Our Lady of the Abandoned Parish in Marikina on how to queue all carts of religious images. and before they exit the church to parade on the streets, the commentator narrates stories behind every character.

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a two-hour walk or longer is combined with fervent prayer with family or your friends. the Holy Week is a time of reflection and taking the soul into peace.

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PERCY JACKSON: The Sea of Monsters first look photos

the sequel of the demigod's adventure, inspired by the ancient mythology in the modern world, is set forth to thrill theater goers on August 15 2013. PERCY JACKSON: The Sea of Monsters opens in Philippine theaters, distributed by 20th Century Fox (Philippines).

Percy Jackson (Logan Lerman) takes on the dangerous seas to recover the Golden Fleece along with Annabeth (Alexandra Daddario) and Tyson (Douglas Smith). the search for the Golden Fleece also aims to rescue their best friend Grover (Brandon T. Jackson), a half-man/half-goat who is in captive by a very mean Cyclops, Polyphemus.

take a look on the first-look photos released by 20th Century Fox:

the team of these demigods are challenged in the raging power towards the Golden Fleece. but their own powers would be able to counter as Percy can control the waters, Annabelle whose wit and warrior skills are inherited from her mother Athena, and Tyson could resist fire and possesses incredible strength.

watch out for more news, photos, trailers at @20thCenturyFoxPh YouTube channel and 20th Century Fox (Philippines) Facebook page.

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Reach for your Dreams with STAGE CAMP 2013

aspiring talents in acting, dancing and singing can make their way with one step closer to stardom as 9 Works Theatrical, one of the Philippines' fastest growing theater companies, bring STAGE CAMP 2013. in partnership with The Rockwell Club, 9 Works takes people to an extraordinary theater experience fresh from the success of They're Playing Our Song of Nikki Gil and Lorenz Martinez. and this is a wonderful thing to spend summer with, of course, your favorite trainor / actors and crew from 9 Works Theatrical.

show off your GLEE or SMASH characters with the stellar productions as how Stage Camp alumni underwent. Stage Camp alumni include sisters Rachel and Becca Coates of Teen Camp have gone to do Resorts World Manila's The Sound of Music. Joseph Perez, a graduate of Kiddie Camp; Pre-Teen Camp, appeared in Tanghalang Pilipino's celebrated productions of Noli Me Tangere and Walang Sugat. Meanwhile, Sarah Facuri who is a proud alumna of Adult Camp has gone on to appear in shows like Resorts World Manila's The Sound of Music and The King and I.

the workshop undergoes for 6 weeks in The Loft @ Manansala in Rockwell Center. activities such as singing and dancing, acting workshops and rehearsals start on April 8. and a culminating activity at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium will showcase the participants on either May 25 or 26.

Schedule:

Kiddie & Pre-Teen Camp (ages 5 – 11) will be held from Monday to Friday 1pm – 3pm and will be spearheaded by Onyl Torres (Repertory Philippines’ A Christmas Carol and PETA’s Himala) and Peachy Atilano (9 Works Theatrical’s The Wedding Singer and They’re Playing Our Song)

Teen Camp (ages 12 – 17) will be held from Monday to Friday 4 – 6pm and will be taught by Gemini Quintos (Broadway credits include A Christmas Carol, Annie and The Wizard of Oz) and Bym Buhain (9 Works Theatrical’s The Wedding Singer, Repertory Philippines’ Peter Pan, and Blue Repertory’s Spring Awakening).

Adult Camp (18 and above) will be held from Monday to Friday 7 – 9pm and will be mentored by 9 Works Theatrical’s Artistic Director and theater veteran Robbie Guevara (Asian and UK tour of Miss Saigon, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown; RENT, Sweet Charity, The Wedding Singer, and They’re Playing Our Song) and Carlos Canlas (Repertory Philippines’ Man of La Mancha and Atlantis Productions’ In the Heights).

Stage Camp is presented by 9 Works Theatrical, 9PO, and The Rockwell Club. 

for inquiries, call 586-7105 or 0917-5545560 or email info@9workstheatrical.com. you may also visit www.9workstheatrical.com or www.facebook.com/9workstheatrical.

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THE CROODS movie review

a movie for the whole family, THE CROODS takes you on an adventure of survival and making your life worthwhile for everyone around you. the roller coaster journey of the first family is a combo of laughter, drama, courage, and love.

THE CROODS are just your average family, an over-protective father, an open-minded mom, a granny that doesn't believe much of his son-in-law, a teenage daughter, a meat-head son, and a wild child. together they were confined in a cave and gets out in fear looking for their means of survival. but when their cave got destroyed from the continental drift, the Croods finds it hard to adjust themselves.

in every family, the teenage child always gets into the curiosity and urges to take some new adventure. Eep (Emma Stone) opens her world into new thinking that her father would not sink in. adding to Grug's (Nicolas Cage) own fear is Eep's separation to his domain by meeting Guy (Ryan Reynolds), a smart boy that has relatively experienced many things in survival.

being stuck in an evolving world, THE CROODS is a colorful journey through earth's change. notice that accepting change is a subliminal subject in the movie. close family ties is also very prominent that everyone can relate to, especially fathers to their daughters. relationships should be reciprocative though it entails sacrifices. every action takes a noble character.

THE CROODS is also a visually-enticing movie for kids. with weird creatures that are ongoing evolution, kids and adults alike think on identifying these creatures and even so the animals they resemble currently. it's a great watch in 3D.

THE CROODS opens March 22, 2013 in Philippine cinemas. distributed by 20th Century Fox Philippines.

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THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE movie review

you're in for a good laugh with Warner Bros. Pictures' latest offering, THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE. starring Steve Carell, Steve Buscemi and Olivia Wilde, this comedy will not disappoint you even as you leave your seats starting March 20.

BURT WONDERSTONE (Steve Carell) is a Las Vegas entertainer who performs with his partner, Anton Marvelton (Steve Buscemi). through the years, the two have been giving shows to Las Vegas visitors with their magic. also night after night, the two are doing the same magic routines. Burt has also been consumed by his fame and fortune, setting aside Anton and believing that he can do everything on his own.

but when their performances had become stale and adding the competition with new age street magic by Steve Gray (Jim Carrey), Burt believed that his magic cannot be replaced. he has also been consumed by his fame and fortune, setting aside Anton and believing that he can do everything on his own. to regain his power and survival, he had to confront his own shortcomings by reuniting with Anton and his humanity by doing the most-daring stunt nobody has ever done.

Burt Wonderstone will give you a comic relief from start to finish and that Steve Carell never fails to give funny stints with a personal kick at the end. men would really envy Steve's characters from each movie for he gets great chicks. Keira Knightley for Seeking a Friend and now Olivia Wilde for Burt Wonderstone. it was also just so funny that he keeps calling her Nicole when her name is Jane but takes it back knowing it all along. Steve there is an unlimited number of punch lines and acts that may gross you or laugh your lungs out. hairdo and that rock star look is very funny itself. but parental guidance is recommended for some scenes.

it would be a very nice Steve Carell and Jim Carrey movie but Steve Buscemi is fit for the part. Jim Carrey's buff body added to Burt's insecurities to himself as a competitor in the magic entertainment scene.

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