EKSTRA goes mainstream this August 14

Star Cinema is proud to present the a movie that gives importance to every human being, may it be big or small. but in their context of show business, this film honors the little people that give deeper meaning of what we see on the big screen. EKSTRA (The Bit Player) will be showing in the mainstream cinemas nationwide starting August 14 2013.

the film, starred by the Star for All Seasons, Vilma Santos, plays the title role and happy to have bagged the major award in lead acting. awarded by the Cinemalaya jury of the recent-concluded Cinemalaya Festival at the CCP. among other awards are:

• Audience Choice Award, Directors' Showcase: "Ekstra" by Jeffrey Jeturian
• Best Screenplay - Zig Dulay, Antoinette Jadaone and Jeffrey Jeturian, "Ekstra"
• Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role - Ruby Ruiz, "Ekstra"
• Best Performance by a Lead Actress - Vilma Santos, "Ekstra"
• Special Jury Prize - "Ekstra"
• Netpac (Network for Promotion of Asian Cinema) Special Award - "Ekstra"

the movie was a bit challenging for all since as we've known Vilma Santos to portray lead roles, it was hard for them to make her on the level of the other bit players, de-glamorizing her into the role of Loida Malabanan. on the other hand, the bit players whom she worked with were even controlling themselves not to be starstruck with the presence of their Ate Vi. there are also some bit instances that they found the humility of Vilma Santos, a reason that everyone loves her, in front and at the back of the camera.

the movie teaches everyone, as quoting Vilma Santos, "to love what you do and do it good." it also serves as inspiration for everyone that every person around contributes in the being of an individual.

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PERCY JACKSON: SEA OF MONSTERS movie review

and it was another adventure for Logan Lerman as the half-blood, son of Poseidon, Percy Jackson in the sequel "Sea of Monsters" that opens today in theaters.

Percy Jackson is off with Annabeth, Grover and a cyclops half-brother Tyson to find the Golden Fleece to save the protector that hides and keeps the Olympians from the human world. but in order to get that, they must go deep at the Bermuda Triangle or as they believe the Sea of Monsters. he also discovers more of his being as he fulfills his destiny of beating his evil great grandfather, a titan called Kronos, that will destroy all living things and devour gods.

i just had a great time watching this movie because of the story. it was at this movie that Logan Lerman grows. more at his older teens and now with more strength to show, being able to get more physical action in fighting his enemies. however, there should have been more focus on the editing. some scenes get drops of water at the camera which should have been omitted -- just to make it clean. but effects and all are good. i also just don't know if there's only one monster at sea, should had there been more instead of the big-mouthed creature? i also liked how the turning point to the sequel was presented. and how they made Percy feel fulfilled saving Thalia but uneasy of the consequences it may turn out.

all in all, it was a very interesting movie and it made me wonder how was it when i read the book. kudos to the director and producers, as well as the actors.

Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters is a movie from 20th Century Fox, distributed by 20th Century Fox (Philippines).

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shampoo wars - Advertising in the Philippines

when i finally got to watch TV on some extra time, i thought that the war between shampoo brands on how to promote their products has never stopped. why? there's still hair growing among us. but these two brands, Rejoice and Palmolive never changed their approach towards young women to use their product. both giving the same benefits of giving a long soft hair that adds to their beauty quality, PLUS the attraction they get from boys they like. see these two TVCs from the two:

Palmolive
Rejoice Philippines
i just think that having a beautiful hair is a plus factor to get the guy that you like. and it's no excuse because i like girls with beautiful long hair too. but i just hope that core values will still be presented like ladies, however they are empowered nowadays, should stay in their meek personalities. calling them the Dalagang Pilipina that will not compromise their power to decide for themselves.

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CARLY RAE JEPSEN: the girl in the Big Dome

CARLY RAE JEPSEN, the girl behind the Youtube hit "Call Me Maybe" after co-Canadian artist Justin Bieber produced a video with friends such as Selena Gomez lip-synching and doing all mischief arrives in Manila and offers a one-night only concert at the Big Dome tomorrow night, August 7. here's a short round-up of her intimate interview awhile ago:

in her "KISS" album, that has been awarded by MCA Music Philippines its 4X Platinum plaque, Carly says that it's a big reason to give back to her Filipino fans and catch her perform the hits This Kiss, Tonight I'm Getting Over You and Call Me Maybe. her 3-day visit to Manila will definitely have a lot in store for her as she attempts to learn the culture, as well as to go shopping as she usually does in her free time.

for the concert, aside from singing the hits from her album, is to check out on the eager fans who will wear crazy stuff. who knows, you might get selected from the big crowd and get up with Carly onstage during the concert. a once-in-a-lifetime moment for every fan that will surely be treasured forever.

despite the great thin figure, Carly Rae Jepsen manages to eat what everybody loves, chocolates and ice cream. but she makes a time to exercise to lose all that fat that she took. it's talking about discipline, everybody. in our short interview, girl fans also had to learn some small fashion tips from Carly that her HMU artist uses to maintain her look.

you really have to watch Carly Rae Jepsen tomorrow night at the Big Dome at 8PM. with tickets available at Ticketnet at these prices:

SECTION	PRICE
PATRON (PT101-115)	- Call Wilbros at 374-2222 / 374-9999
LOWER BOX (LB)	- SOLD OUT
UPPER BOX A (UA)	- Php 3,710      (reserved seating)
UPPER BOX B (UB)	- Php 1,855      (free seating)
GENERAL ADMISSION (GA)	- Php 795         (free seating)

also available is Carly Rae Jepsen's album "Kiss" at record stores nationwide in exclusive Philippine edition, distributed by MCA Music Inc. follow Carly Rae Jepsen's Twitter account @carlyraejepsen, MCA Music @mca_music and concert brought to us by Wilbros Live @wilbroslive. also LIKE their Facebook pages: http://facebook.com/wilbroslive and http://facebook.com/mcamusic.

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sneak peek at Resorts World Manila's CINDERELLA

it will be a very exciting event to watch out at Resorts World Manila's latest production of Cinderella which opens October at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. with Karylle and Christian Bautista starring the lead roles as Cinderella and Prince Christopher, you'll definitely have a world-class show. from their team-ups in different theatrical numbers like the Kitchen Musical and Rama Hari, which was applauded by thousands of viewers, both here and abroad.

aside from the great musicality that both celebrities have, you also have to watch how Maronne Cruz, Gianina Ocampo and Sweet Plantado as the step mother and sisters of Cinderella. while Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo and Pinky Marquez alternate as the fairy godmother.

here are some photos from the press preview:

follow @rwmanila and @CinderellaMNL on Twitter on how you'll be able to see the show with its full magic. visit also www.rwmanila.com for more details.

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cast and alternates of Resort World Manila's Cinderella

the multi-million production of Resort World Manila's Cinderella features stellar cast from Philippine mainstream and theater bodies that will give us a new magical experience at the Newport Performing Arts Theater starting October this year.

alternating Christian Bautista as Prince Charming is theater actor Fredison Lo. he is prominently known for his role as Mark Cohen in 9 Works Theatrical's Rent that staged in 2010. recent theater experience is from Sa Wakas, a musical featuring the songs of Sugarfree that played in PETA Theater. additional credits include his casting in a sitcom Iskul Bukol that aired in TV5.

theater actress Julie or Julia Abueva flies in from Singapore for this engagement as the title role alternating Karylle. adding to her credentials of being in big musicals like Into The Woods, Spring Awakening and a milestone of singing with US President Barack Obama. a discovery by Oprah Winfrey led her to the gateway of stardom in the US and worldwide singing career in theater.

alongside with big names in theater music, Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo and Pinky Marquez, together with Maronne Cruz, Gianina Ocampo and Sweet Plantado, Miguel Faustman, Red Concepcion and more, our leads will dazzle the huge stage of NPAT that transforms into a magical story book and a Prince's castle dancing their ways to the tunes of Rodgers and Hammerstein's songs like In My Own Little Corner, Ten Minutes Ago I Saw You and Do I Love You Because You're Beautiful?

so wear your grandest dress, suit up and let's all go to the Prince's Ball at Resorts World Manila.

Ticket Prices*
VIP P2,800
Premiere P2,500
Deluxe P2,000
Balcony P1,300
Lower Balcony P1,100

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4 years of thrills -- Resorts World Manila way

it will be amazing to see such a huge crowd converge in one big scene that nobody should miss. having a glimpse of what's in store for Resorts World Manila's THRILLATON, lighting up three and a half months of non-stop entertainment and fun only in the premiere place in Metro Manila.

other than the great shows that come up like Cinderella and more, the celebration of RW Manila's 4th year anniversary kicks off with music as our premiere artists serenade your weekends at the Resorts World Entertainment Center starting August 3. among the artists that will sing different musical genres are contemporaries Markki Stroem, Princess, Nyoy Volante, and Liesel. also, sing out to the tunes with the music that captured hearts of different generations with premiere and world class talents like Gino Padilla, Jaya, Chad Borja, Rannie Raymundo, Renz Verano, Richard Reynoso, Arthur Manuntag and Janno Gibbs.

aside from musical entertainment, visitors of RWManila will also splurge into the goodness of chocolate. also, movie lovers will get even more excited as they are treated to a 50% OFF on movies when they book tickets via iGrab.ph, -- RWManila's first online store. discounted movie tickets can be availed for 12AM - 6PM screenings only.

during the 3 and half month period of RWManila's anniversary, people will also experience world-renowned fun with Oktoberfest and Halloween.

apparently, when you look out for fun, Resorts World Manila would not be missing anything in THRILLATON. let's all have a grand exodus to Resorts World Manila to experience everything that we love.

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