Movie Review | Terminator: Dark Fate

10.31.2019 – The Terminator franchise has endured the good, bad, and the ugly through it all fans continue to look forward into the future of the franchise. In the early films, there is one constant reason why this movie has been around because of the elements that make this one of the iconic movie franchises in the 20th century that continue to evolve, expands, and tries things differently. The other consistent part that makes a Terminator franchise is it follows a template, which is something from the future is sent to hunt someone down and then there’s another one sent back to protect it. The key to all of this narrative is about John Connor, the revolutionary leader that would change the fate of humanity. There’s so much mystery to the future and what is deemed the savior of the human race. Time and time the Terminator franchise plays out on the concept about the future of John Connor and sometimes it is that reason why this plays out that gives different opinions and discussions why humanity has to place their fate on one man they hardly knew in the present and for that reason it was an endless cycle of Terminators to deal with this man and for this once the franchise goes back to its roots why this endured long enough to still keep coming back and it isn’t John Connor…

Movie Review | Alita: Battle Angel

02.09.2019 – There has been an abundance of great stories from Japanese Manga that were adopted first to become a hit anime series. Sometimes translations to be marketed in Western countries like the US or Europe also have to change the names and terms to have a better understanding of the series. One of these series is Battle Angel Alita that was recently adapted into a live-action film produced by James Cameron and directed by Robert Rodriguez.

"The Predator" | Deadly & Highly Upgraded

08.05.2018 – Thirty-one years since Arnold Schwarzenegger first faced down a lethal alien creature hunting him and his comrades through the jungles of Central America, the Predator franchise is being brought up-to-date by one of the people who suffered at the hands of that original extra-terrestrial. This time, though, Shane Black is in charge, and the Predators do what he says. Black, who acted in the 1987 original, is now co-writer and director for “The Predator,” which aims to bring a whole new dimension to the story.

FIRST LOOK | Women of the New Terminator Film

08.04.2018 – Some movie franchise or property after so many iterations and failure they would find a way to bounce back. For long time Terminator fans they keep their hopes up that their beloved franchise would right itself. The untitled, in-production sequel to James Cameron’s original Terminator films has just revealed its first look photos with three women looking badass and ready for battle – in photo (from left to right) are Natalia Reyes as Dani Ramos, Mackenzie Davis as Grace and Linda Hamilton (returns) as Sarah Connor.

The Predator | Upgraded Deadliest Hunters

05.11.2018 – When you talk about “The Predator” it’s synonymous with sci-fi suspense thriller that made it as an icon. 20th Century Fox finally reveals the first trailer of “The Predator” where a young boy unknowingly opens a path towards Earth for the most dangerous of hunters in the universe. Helmed by blockbuster filmmaker Shane Black (Iron Man 3), “The Predator” is an action-packed and intensely high-octane movie that will open in Philippine cinemas on September 12.

Kingsman | Meet the Golden Circle

07.30.2017 – “Kingsman: The Golden Circle” has been the much talked about sequel from Director Matthew Vaughn. The suave, sophisticated and impeccably attired spies are back in “Kingsman: The Golden Circle” starring returning cast members Colin Firth, Taron Egerton, Mark Strong, Hannah Alstrőm, Sophie Cookson joined by new cast that includes Jeff Bridges, Halle Berry, Channing Tatum, Julianne Moore and Elton John.

"Peregrine" Defines Visuals & Imagery!

09.06.2016 – Tim Burton is a visionary in his own right defining the tone of films tailor-made to his fascination with elements of Goth. Most of his films carry that dark tone with appeal to those have a cult following to his works. “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children” is no stranger to things that made it a Tim Burton film. Having Eva Green work before in Dark Shadows has become a familiarity that this one will be grander than the last film he directed. There are odd things to find in this film that’s Burton-esque as it sets to be show this month.

Alpha Women Takedown in "Morgan"

09.03.2016 – There have been interesting narratives with the theme of science fiction horror genre that shows the edge of characters portrayed by Kate Mara and Anya Taylor-Joy that defines their roles as the alpha women. Luke Scott’s directorial debut “Morgan,” a compelling sci-fi thriller poses one of the big scientific questions of our time: if artificial intelligence becomes as smart, if not smarter than humans, then what do we have to offer?

GoT's Rose Leslie in "Morgan!"

08.19.2016 – “Morgan” is an upcoming science fiction thriller about a human experiment that features an ensemble cast led by Kate Mara, Anya Taylor-Joy, Toby Jones, Boyd Holbrook, Michelle Yeoh, Jennifer Jason Leigh and Paul Giamatti. One of the actors is also included in this film and she’s Rose Leslie best known for her roles in “Game of Thrones” as Ygritte. The Scottish actress joins the cast portraying Dr. Amy Menser and here’s more about her charact...

Morgan | The Next Step in Human Evolution

08.11.2016 – There have been several sci-fi related films that challenges the human condition. But when you talk about putting experiments in a human being to become beyond the ‘norm’ is a recipe for a great narrative. From producer Ridley Scott and director Luke Scott, “Morgan” offers a thrilling, visceral and intense movie-going experience starring Kate Mara, Anya Taylor-Joy, Michelle Yeoh, Paul Giamatti, Leslie Rose and Toby Jones, “Morgan” introduces an artificial yet organic being that represents the future in human evolution.

Miss Peregrine 2nd Int'l Trailer Released!

07.17.2016 – Earlier this year 20th Century Fox has released the first trailer for “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children,” which is based on the novel Random Riggs. The upcoming film is directed by Tim Burton with Eva Green in the role of Miss Peregrine. There’s an international trailer that’ has been released with new scenes. The highly anticipated fantasy film is headed to Philippine cinemas soon, but here are more details about the film and its entire cast…

Movie Review | Ice Age: Collision Course

07.03.2016 – “Ice Age: Collision Course” is the fifth instalment in the film series following ‘Continental Drift’ from 2012. The usual theme the main characters encounter either new enemies or an impending extinction to a certain doom. From the original characters Sid, Diego, and Manny with Scrat they meet friends along the way and just like real people they also have grown having families…

Independence Day Resurgence Opening in 300 Cinemas!

06.22.2016 – “Independence Day: Resurgence” is not pulling any stops as its head out to bring on some the battle that has not happened since two decades ago. The science fiction adventure that became a cult hit certainly has more stories to share. The latest epic battle “Independence Day: Resurgence” by director Roland Emmerich is set twenty years after the alien invasion that nearly decimated the planet and presents an alternate reality to our world today. The backstory of “Independence Day: Resurgence” begins in 1996, during an ordinary summer day when, without warning, something extraordinary happened. All eyes turned upward and the question of whether we were alone in the universe was finally answered. In a matter of minutes, the lives of every person across the globe changed forever. With the fate of our planet at stake, the words “Independence Day” took on an entirely new meaning...

Movie Review | Independence Day Resurgence

06.21.2016 – How do you bring back a film that is both iconic and had a cult following? Simple you expand the story that the aliens where defeated at the same time sent out a distress signal for an immediate reinforcement invasion. This produced “Independence Day: Resurgence” from a movie that was built for one narrative in 1996. It’s about an alien invasion that unites the entire human race to take on, which was one of the best that came out in cinemas that has become nostalgic.

Scratastrophic Chillogy “Ice Age: Collision Course!”

06.18.2016 – It must be going to be a meltdown for “Ice Age: Collision Course” the fifth instalment of the 3D animated feature franchise is barrelling into a big bang. Of course you’re going to blame Scrat for all the trouble he caused. It’s not far fetched that the end of the Ice Age has something to do with this prehistoric squirrel…

Liam Hemsworth Leads in ID: Resurgence!

06.16.2016 – Independence Day: Resurgence is just a few days away and they are introducing new faces to the franchise. The old guard would still be there with Bill Pullman and Jeff Goldblum leading the cast, but the new faces will be the torch bearers in bring this film to a new generation of audience who has not seen the original more than twenty years ago. Liam Hemsworth leads a team of young pilots fighting aliens in “Independence Day: Resurgence” directed by Roland Emmerich with an all-star cast including Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum, Sela Ward, Maika Monroe, Jessie Usher and Angelababy. The aliens are back with a vengeance for “Independence Day: Resurgence,” which represents director Roland Emmerich’s huge return to the genre that made him famous. The 1996 original shot into the public imagination with its vistas of destruction, its memorable characters and huge impact on both science fiction and disaster movies. With giant alien spaceships unleashing incredibly devastating power upon the world, it took brain, brawn and heroics to figure out a way to fight back.

Independence Day: Resurgence Poster Art Reveal!

06.05.2016 – “Independence Day: Resurgence” is really happening after 20 years it’s finally a done deal sequel. Just like the original it packs a punch that any alien that is set to attack Earth has not felt in the past two decades. 20th Century Fox reveals the official theatrical poster art that you’ll be seeing in cinemas globally. The poster reminisces and incorporates some of the original elements from the first film, but gets a wider perspective on the concept.

Taking the Fight to Independence Day: Resurgence!

06.04.2016 – Sometimes the best defense is a good offense unlike in the original “Independence Day: Resurgence” have twenty years to prepare for an alien attack, but they’re not experience enough to receive a full scale alien assault. The alien technology incorporated to Earth’s own innovation won’t be enough to take down that kind of attack. But surely the visuals from the past trailers is enough to know the human race is ready to rumble with this giant tentacle creatures

“X-Men Apocalypse” is Beast in the PH Box Office!

05.24.2016 – The “X-Men: Apocalypse” has descended in cinemas as one of the sought after superhero film around Asia. 20th Century Fox’s “X-Men: Apocalypse” reigns supreme at the box-office with its PhP 230 million opening weekend (first five days) in the Philippines in 476 screens. It also dominated and opened number one on its first day of release (opened May 18) in the country with PhP 45 million in box-office receipts.

Jennifer Lawrence Returns to X-Men: Apocalypse!

05.13.2016 – Jennifer Lawrence’s breakout film was not ‘The Hunger Games’ it started with ‘X-Men: First Class’, and there have been news that ‘X-Men Apocalypse’ will be her last go around as Mystique, the mutant shapeshifter. But it was later confirmed Lawrence is excited to be part of this franchise and have stated she looks forward to more X-Men films to come. With that expect Raven Darkhölme AKA Mystique to lead the young X-Men against Apocalypse!