THOR: RAGNAROK unleashes teaser trailer

Marvel released the first trailer of the third Thor movie, Thor: Ragnarok. Thor gets imprisoned in another side of the universe and finds himself in battle with an old friend. Check out the trailer below.
There's no more hammer, a new hairdo, and donning a gladiator gear to fight before the Hulk and race time against the destruction of the Asgardian race from new threat Hela (Cate Blanchett).

Thor: Ragnarok also stars Anthony Hopkins, Tom Hiddleston, Idris Elba, Jeff Goldblum, Tessa Thompson, Karl Urban and Mark Ruffalo. Opening November 3 in Philippine theaters.

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BOSS BABY movie review

This is the cutest thing that you'll have this Easter. Alec Baldwin voices the cute Boss Baby which opens April 15. I guarantee that the movie will have tons of cuteness that you will enjoy from start to finish.

It was an adorable sight to see lots of babies and do corporate grown up things. His expressions are so adorable that you won't forget or regret it. As the Baby Company CEO, he is a pretty good leader to the other babies -- especially while having the conference with them.

I like the sibling rivalry between him and Timmy that are exaggerated to an action sequence while they are just using household and baby items -- a successful merging of concepts to project a very good aspect in the relationship of the two boys which is very relatable among siblings.

In any sibling rivalry, there will come a point where they will deal on protecting each other just not to get caught by the parents or adults. It also very sad that they have to part ways after their mission. There's a Peter Pan situation here that we don't want Boss Baby to suffer. But since the boys have bonded in a very special way, I liked how things have ended in this movie.

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GOING IN STYLE movie review

Learn how to get a huge retirement from the seniors, Alan Arkin, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman in the remake of the 1979 heist comedy, Going in Style by Warner Bros. Pictures. Now showing in cinemas nationwide.

You know how I love stories of old people enjoying their lives and having good ties with their friends. Going In Style showed us that friendship can be forever no matter what circumstances. Alan Arkin, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman were perfectly cast for this as they give punchlines well. You will never go wrong having these three, like the Three Stooges in a more classy fashion. Take my word that you'll get immersed into their activity. You'll laugh and cheer for excitement on how they are going to pull off the heist and escape the FBI. A really feel good movie that young ones will even appreciate.

You have to watch this with the family so that you can also appreciate from different generations.

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POWER RANGERS movie review

So I think I might forgotten how the story goes since Power Rangers was shown when I was just around 7 to 10. Now that the Saban TV series is now a movie franchise, I tried to recall all elements from the show and compared it with the movie.

The Power Rangers is a group of teenagers (check!) that acquired super powers by being the chosen few to save the world from a villain, Rita Repulsa (check!) and her minions. Led by Jason (check!) as the Red Ranger (check!), joined by 4 others, are set to a quest to defend the earth from future destruction (storyline check!).

They have taken a new approach on the origins of the Rangers and why Rita Repulsa (Elizabeth Banks) wants to conquer earth so bad, I thought that there are major elements that are missed in the movie. They should shout "Mastodon - Pterodactyl - Triceratops - Sabre-toothed Tiger - Tyrranosaurus" to morph themselves into Power Rangers. That's how they can get the unknown bond between them and their own vehicles. The coins didn't do much on their morphing as they were just instruments to discover the new breed of Rangers.

Major twist, Rita Repulsa was a previous Ranger. Before, she was an evil witch trying to rule the universe with her minions. Now, with her greed to collect all energy crystals from all planets, there is also no reason why she first looks for gold instead of the crystal which can give her greater power.

There's a plot hole that crushed the concept of them having unbelievable strength they acquired upon discovering the coins. When Rita Repulsa tried to kill blue Billy (RJ Cycler/Blue Ranger), suddenly all of them have to help carry him. And the origin story is too long and the fight scene just took less than 10 minutes I think.

A few things great about Power Rangers -- they maintained actors diversity just like the TV series. There's White, Black, Asian, and even a lesbian is part of the characters. Making it very human and adapting to the times. New outfit is better and I liked it too with the metallic accents and works. I just LOL'd on the scene which Rita Repulsa made herself comfortable with a piece of Krispy Kreme and a cup of coffee before she started destroying the Rangers home town. Plus a good cameo by Amy Jo Johnson and Jason David Frank at the end.

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AMERICAN PASTORAL movie review

This goes to show that no family is perfect. It's about an All-American college star and his beauty queen wife watch their seemingly perfect life fall apart, as their daughter joins the turmoil of '60s America. American Pastoral is one story that will make you emotionally and intellectually disturbed after you watch it. A very strong and important message not just for family members but as members of the society.

From Philip Roth's novel and John Romano's screenplay, the cast of American Pastoral should all be applauded in their portrayal of the family that was torn down by political idealism and society's lies. It is heartbreaking to see your family fall apart but the plot teaches us that we are all unique individuals. This may leave you thinking if what is right is right, or is it wrong.

Watch the trailer of American Pastoral below. Now showing in cinemas.

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Sister Act preaching at Solaire's The Theater

"I will follow Him" would be the best hint to introduce the newest musical that will step into Solaire's gates to perform for the Manila audience. That's right, SISTER ACT, the glorious musical which starred Whoopi Goldberg in a nun costume and also featuring songs from Tony and Oscar award-winning composer Alan Menken will be staged in Solaire Resort and Casino's The Theater. It will be running from June 27 to July 9.

It's about a club singer, Deloris (played by Whoopi Goldberg in the movie), who has just witnessed a murder by her boyfriend Curtis which she reported to the police and put her into witness protection program. Under the care of the order of nuns of Our Lady of Perpetual Faith, she has committed her time by improving the choir into a contemporary perform which sooner became a hit in the community. When you hear the voices from the heavens, you will surely say, "Oh happy day!"

Ovation Productions proudly brings this musical for the Philippine audience, based on the 1992 film. Nominated for Tony and Lawrence Olivier awards in 2010 and 2011, including Best Musical, Best New Musical, Best Performance of an Actress for Patina Miller and Best Original Score. Watch I Will Follow Him below:

With only a limited two-week run, don’t miss this blissfully silly heavenly hit show.

The performance schedules of SISTER ACT are as follows:

June 27 – 8 pm - Opening Night (Tuesday)
June 28 – 8 pm – Gala Night (Wednesday)
June 29, June 30 – 8 pm (Thursday – Friday)
July 1 and 2 – 2 pm and 8 pm (Saturday – Sunday)
July 4, 5, 6 and 7 – 8 pm (Tuesday - Friday)
July 8 and 9 – 2 pm and 8 pm (Saturday – Sunday)

Call TICKETWORLD at 8919999 for tickets. Prices are Php 6500, 5500. 4500, 3500 and 1500.

And connect with SISTER ACT through the following: www.ovationproductionsmanila.com or on social media: Facebook.com/ovationproductions and twitter: @ovationprod

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Be the F8 Face

Get your gears ready and begin a four-wheel adventure where YOU will be the star! United International Pictures invites you to be one of the Fast family and be a star and tagged as #F8Face.

Do your own stunts in the Fast and the Furious 8 immersive booths surrounded by green screens that will immerse you to the action packed experience while driving fancy cars, just like the Fast family. It will tour around different malls in Manila. See the full promo below.
Fast 8 franchise opens April 15 in theaters nationwide.

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