BLADE RUNNER 2049 movie review

Thirty years after the events of the first film, a new blade runner, LAPD Officer K (Ryan Gosling), unearths a long-buried secret that has the potential to plunge what's left of society into chaos. K's discovery leads him on a quest to find Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford), a former LAPD blade runner who has been missing for 30 years.

This year's Blade Runner film picks up smoothly from the original one but can stand on its own. The lenghty about more than 2 hours gets you at the edge of your seat in anticipation of what's gonna happen next. Be ready of the effects that may surprise or amaze you especially living as a bachelor like Agent K. His dystopic and futuristic world works wonders in terms of anything that enables their race to interact with other kinds. I like Joi's technology and the ability to be with K all the time. I also like Jared Leto's lair as if a different depiction of hell or underworld making his soldiers to rule to world.

There are still more things left hanging that will make us watch out for a Part 3. Apparently, the real villain isn't dead yet, and may be preparing for an army. How will Rick Deckhard make up with his lost child after 30 years separation and how will the world be in the future.

Blade Runner 2049 is now playing in theaters.

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Blue Water Day Spa and ambassadors announces new treatments

I remember my first visit to Blue Water Day Spa when they opened at Greenhills 12 years ago. Now celebrating their anniversary, I am excited to share the new treatments they had to offer, plus the growing family of ambassadors give you relatable advises on these treatments that will surely give you the pampering that you need from all stresses we get from urban living. It is what we call "slashie" life where we detach ourselves the busy life and be our own self again which we enjoy.

For Blue Water Day Spa, they take care of yourself to revive and rejuvenate all the energy lost from a busy day. In line with new wellness treatments and procedures that can make you feel good and young again when you need it. It is very important to take care of yourself since the world requires an active lifestyle in urban life.

Blue Water Day Spa's wellness ambassadors shared their favorite treatments and how it keeps them rejuvenated in their "slashie" life. Hunk talents Benjamin Alves, Ervic Vijandre and David Licauco all love treatments after working out and playing basketball. For Ms Blanca Mercado, her job as Manila Times' COO and a busy mother asks for best treatment in Blue Water Day Spa.

Ms Blanca Mercado takes care of her good looks with Anti-Aging Facial Treatment, Benjamin Alves and Ervic Vijandre enjoys Athele's Massage after a tiring basketball game or a visit from the gym, David Licauco endorses Combo Herbal Massage, and Man of the World 2017 Mustafa Galal Elizali loves Revitashape to keep his toned body.

Something new in BWDS gives pampering to little kids. Youngest spa ambassadors Chloe Simisim, Kurt Wyatt Yap and Jaden Emmanuel Trinidad experience Baby Massage which other kids can try too.

Blue Water Day Spa Ambassadors (Benjamin Alves, Blanca Mercado, Kim Chiu, David Licauco, Ervic Vijandre and Mustafa Galal Elizali with BWSD Executives and Fabio Ide

Finally, Primetime Princess Kim Chiu joins the BWDS family promoting MLD or Manual Lymphatic Massage which flushes out stress and helps in slimming and promoting internal wellness using soft pressure targeting the nodes in our body.

Kim Chiu for Blue Water Day Spa

This October, BWDS offers 40% discount in all services in celebration of their anniversary. Take advantage of this offer until the end of the month.

For more information on Blue Water Day Spa and its services and other promos, visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/bwdspa

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Justice League reveals new posters and trailer

Justice League's action posters are hot and kick-ass!

Fueled by his restored faith in humanity and inspired by Superman’s selfless act, Bruce Wayne enlists the help of his newfound ally, Diana Prince, to face an even greater enemy. Together, Batman and Wonder Woman work quickly to find and recruit a team of metahumans to stand against this newly awakened threat. But despite the formation of this unprecedented league of heroes—Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Cyborg and The Flash—it may already be too late to save the planet from an assault of catastrophic proportions.

Justice League features Batman/Bruce Wayne (Ben Affleck), Wonder Woman/Diana Prince (Gal Gadot), Flash/Barry Allen (Ezra Miller), Cyborg/Victor Stone (Ray Fisher), and Aquaman/Arthur Curry (Jason Momoa).

A new trailer will be released this Sunday online.

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MOVIE REVIEW - Victoria & Abdul

When we hear a lot of good things about the Victorian era, we have been told about how great the United Kingdom under Queen Victoria's reign. The advancement of science and industries occur during that time. But until the discovery of a diary that linked Her Majesty to the controversial relationship with an Indian servant Abdul Karim, we learn that behind all the successes of the era, the persona of Queen Victoria is sad. It is even more sad that we learn about how this was erased in history to serve the successor.

Judi Dench and Al Faizal star as Victoria & Abdul, the world's most unlikely friendship between a monarch and a servant whom the Queen found favor during her reign. The imagery is clear for a humble servant to experience prejudice and discrimination by the own members of the Queen's household when he just opened up his culture to the person who rules it.

Judi Dench reprising the role of England's Queen is still as regal in her portrayal in Shakespeare in Love. Could we have proper accounts about Abdul Karim played by Ali Fazal, we could have a better or more realistic portrayal of the Munshi. He acted childish in front of the Queen that justifies breaking the royal protocols. But as we knew about the story, he brought joy back to Her Majesty's face.

We can sense that the next monarch in Victoria & Abdul lead a dark time to their empires but that is in another discussion for history. I love to follow monarch stories on Netflix and they really interest and fascinate me. Are you watching The Royals documentaries and The Crown? By the way, The Crown is releasing Season 2 on November, if I'm not mistaken.

Victoria & Abdul is now showing in Ayala Malls Cinemas, Trinoma, Glorietta 4 and Alabang Town Center.

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Hearts full with Al Gatmaitan's In My Heart concert

Make time to listen to classical and modernized operatic music genre in Al Gatmaitan's In My Heart concert happening until tonight at Arts Above (Artists' Playground) in West Avenue in Quezon City. This limited concert is guaranteed a must-see.

Al Gatmaitan delivers a love story through songs which are close to his heart and sending the love to you, his audience. Arts Above has the perfect space to deliver his story. The acoustics and the intimacy of the place played a vital role in helping us feel and understand the story as we appreciate Al's great vocal talent.

Singing a variety of songs in English, Italian, Filipino and even Latino felt like Al is talking to you as close as a friend. As this concert is entitled "In My Heart", the repertoire is purely heartfelt. It started with the emotions coming from a child, as he grows up, having fun with friends, being a lover, a child, and more. Special mention to his duets with Banaue Miclat-Janssen Dulce Estranjera and Sheila Francisco. Al's operatic singing added more depth especially my favorite part, Sound of Silence, which has the best arrangement and delivery I've seen and heard so far. For that, he deserves a standing ovation. I would very much agree if he/she thinks that Al Gatmaitan may be our own Josh Groban or Luciano Pavarotti. He can sing from classical to modern songs giving it a twist of operatic arrangement. In fact, Sound of Silence is kind of rock. I look forward to the day that Al is making it big in the music scene, all of us filling arenas that cheer for him. Congratulations as well to Musical Director Jesse Lucas and Director Roeder Camanag for making this possible even at a limited time.


For tickets, you may contact: ticketworld.com.ph / 891-9999 or call KIM at 09759193179.

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Tanghalang Ateneo's JANUS SILANG 2 gives old-school theater magic

Janus Silang is an award-winning novel by Edgar Calabia-Samar adapted to theater by Tanghalang Ateneo, with direction of Guelan Varela-Luarca for the book 2 - Ang Labanang Manananggal at Mambabarang. This production is in-line with their season theme Performing Change. Janus Silang 2 plays at the Black Box Theater in the Fine Arts Annex Bldg in Ateneo De Manila University.

I like how they connected Ang Labanan... with a recap of the first book for the benefit of those who were not able to see it last year. And in this performance, experience old-school theater magic and immerse yourself in the magical world of elementals without much of the technology. The set will take you to different worlds and well utilized the small venue. It is a very different experience when you let yourself be in the story as the actors well portray relatable characters starting from Janus to the creatures.

Got myself very curious how they will they project certain manananggal things like putting its tongue out that turned out very amazing on how they did it. In this piece, the manananggal is different from what we knew as scary beast-like creature that feeds on children when the moon is full. Instead, it is in reverse with white, flawless creature as portrayed by Jenny Jamora. By the way, TA is exploring on inviting more professional theater actors in next productions that you should watch out.

Delphine Buencamino choreos and I remember Orosman at Zafira from DUP during the war scene and it never fails to draw passion and strength. It is always bloody great to see that kind of dance.

As the story involves technology, don't expect projections. It makes your imagination fly without computerized imagery that can only destroy the creativity of the team. But it has worked nicely for the team and the audience.

Si Janus Silang at ang Labanang Manananggal-Mambabarang playdates are September 20-23, 26-30, October 3-7, 10-14, and 17-21. Performances start at 7:30PM while Saturday matinee shows start at 2:30PM. For questions and additional details about the show, please contact Nichole Valdes at 09175906451.

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Watch the Maze Runner: The Death Cure teaser trailer

20th Century Fox won't let us wait for the finale of the Maze Runner saga as it releases its teaser trailer for The Death Cure.

Contrary to first rumors that the international release will be delayed because of an accident, Dylan O'Brien is back as young hero, Thomas, as he embarks on a mission to find a cure to the deadly disease known as "Flare."
Directed by Wes Ball, Maze Runner: The Death Cure also brings back Kaya Scodelario as Teresa, Walton Goggins as Lawrence and more.

Maze Runner: The Death Cure opens in theaters, and in IMAX, January 2018.

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