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Nova Villa
Novelita Villanueva Gallegos (born April 16, 1946), better known as Nova Villa, is a Filipino actress and a veteran comedian. With a career spanning more than 50 years, Villa is recognized as the original 'Goddess of Comedy' and one of the defining legends in Philippine television and film industry. She is a recipient of the prestigious "Papal Award" given by Pope Francis for helping share the Catholic faith in the local show business. She has also starred in more than 150 films and is a 4-time 'Best Comedy Actress' winner by PMPC Star Awards for Television. In 2014, Villa received the Hall of Fame''' award at the 12th Gawad Tanglaw Awards and the highly coveted 'Manuel De Leon Award for Exemplary Achievement Award' at the 37th Luna Awards in 2019 for her contributions to local film and television industry. The same year, she also scored a 'Best Supporting Actress' nomination at the Eddy's Award. Personal life Villa's sister is the late Myrna Villanueva, also an actress and come ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Quezon City
Quezon City (, ; fil, Lungsod Quezon ), also known as the City of Quezon and Q.C. (read in Filipino as Kyusi), is the List of cities in the Philippines, most populous city in the Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 2,960,048 people. It was founded on October 12, 1939, and was named after Manuel L. Quezon, the List of presidents of the Philippines, second president of the Philippines. The city was intended to be the Capital of the Philippines, national capital of the Philippines that would replace Manila, as the latter was suffering from overcrowding, lack of housing, poor sanitation, and traffic congestion. To create Quezon City, several barrios were carved out from the towns of Caloocan, Marikina, San Juan, Metro Manila, San Juan and Pasig, in addition to the eight vast estates the Philippine government purchased for this purpose. It was officially proclaimed as the national capital on October 12, 1949, and several government departments and i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gawa Na Ang Bala Para Sa Akin
''Gawa Na ang Bala para sa Akin'' () is a 1989 Filipino comedy film directed by Efren M. Jarlego and starring Vic Sotto, Monica Herrera, Panchito, Nova Villa, Paquito Diaz, Ruel Vernal, Larry Silva, and Rene Requiestas. It is Sotto's first solo lead role in a film, as his previous film roles were as part of the comedy trio of Tito, Vic and Joey. The film's title is in reference to the 1988 action film '' Gawa Na ang Bala Na Papatay sa Iyo'' (). Produced by Regal Film, the film was released on October 25, 1989. Critic Justino Dormiendo of the ''National Midweek'' gave the film a negative review, criticizing its formulaic writing, acting and disgusting humor. Plot Nanding and Anton are janitors at an insurance firm. When Nanding is diagnosed with cancer and acute tuberculosis from an X-ray, he plans in desperation to end his life quickly by hiring an assassin to kill him. However, Nanding realizes that his X-ray plates have apparently been mixed up, and so he now has to contend wi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Miss Granny (2018 Film)
''Miss Granny'' is a 2018 Filipino musical comedy-drama film based on the South Korean film of the same name. Directed by Joyce E. Bernal, it stars Sarah Geronimo, James Reid, Xian Lim, and Nova Villa. It was released by Viva Films on August 22, 2018 and was nominated for three FAMAS Awards including "Best Actress" for Sarah Geronimo and "Best Original Song" for ''Isa Pang Araw''. It was the second most talked about Filipino film of 2018 on Twitter, ''The Hows of Us''. Geronimo received "Best Actress" trophy at the 35th PMPC Star Awards for Movies, whilst Villa received the "Movie Supporting Actress of the Year" award at the 50th GMMSF Entertainment Box Office Awards. The film is currently available for streaming on Netflix in the Philippines. Plot Fely Malabao (Nova Villa), a widow who works in a carinderia, and her close friend Bert (Boboy Garovillo), who has known Fely since he was a young child, are the main characters in the story. Lulu (Marissa Delgado) regularly makes fun ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
This Time (film)
''This Time'' is a 2016 Philippine romantic drama film directed by Nuel Crisostomo Naval, starring James Reid and Nadine Lustre. The film was loosely based on the Wattpad novel ''That One Summer'' by Aly Almario. It was released on May 4, 2016 by Viva Films. and made pesos on its first opening day of showing. Synopsis Coby Martinez ( James Reid) and Ava Buhay (Nadine Lustre) are childhood friends who only see each other every summer. Their friendship blossomed into a romance; however, they have yet to put a label on it. When Ava enters college she struggled with continuing her unclear relationship with Coby. She has met a new friend in Aldrin which made Coby reflect on the value of Ava in his life and their relationship. Cast * James Reid as Coby Martinez **Josh Ford as second generation Coby Martinez ** Noel Comia, Jr. as first generation Coby Martinez *Nadine Lustre as Ava Buhay **Junyka Santarin as second generation Ava Buhay **Karla Cruz as first generation Ava Buhay *Bre ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kung Fu Divas
''Kung Fu Divas'' is a 2013 Philippine action comedy film directed by Onat Diaz and starring Ai Ai delas Alas and Marian Rivera. The lead stars also co-produced the film which opened in theaters on October 2, 2013 as part of Star Cinema's 20th Anniversary presentation. This film is a parody of Gu Long's Wuxia novel Juedai Shuangjiao. Plot Charlotte ( Ai Ai de las Alas) is from a family of beauty queens, but she has yet to win a title of her own. Her final chance is the ''Hiyas ng Dalampasigan'' Pageant (literally, Seaside Jewel Pageant), and her mother has taken steps to make sure that she wins. But her chances are dashed when the mysterious Samantha (Marian Rivera) suddenly joins the contest. The two become bitter enemies following the contest, but they are soon forced by destiny to team up. It turns out the two have a hidden connection to a mystical past, and must work together to discover the truth about their heritage. Cast *Ai Ai delas Alas as Charlotte/Lyna (xiao yu'er ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sosy Problems
''Sosy Problems'' is a Filipino comedy film produced by GMA Pictures and directed by Andoy Ranay. It stars Rhian Ramos, Heart Evangelista, Solenn Heussaff, and Bianca King. The film is one of the eight official entries of the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival which began on December 25, 2012.Cono Problems for MMFF ''Philippine Star''. Retrieved June 14, 2012 Cast * as Claudia Ortega * as Lizzie Consunji * |
The Reunion (2012 Film)
''The Reunion'' (stylized as ''THE RƎUNION'') is a 2012 Filipino teen romantic comedy film directed by Frasco Mortiz and stars Enchong Dee, Xian Lim, Enrique Gil, Kean Cipriano together with Julia Montes, Jessy Mendiola, Megan Young, Bangs Garcia, and Cristine Reyes. The film was released nationwide on August 15, 2012 by Star Cinema. Plot The movie is all about four men who have been together since high school. It is based on a true story. They treat each other as brothers. When they graduated in college and started to live the "real life", they found out that something is missing. There is a specific aspect in their lives that need some changes so they can move forward and continue living the kind of lives they ever dreamed of. To do this, they have to go back to their past and re-examine all the things they did. All the questions they have in their minds started when they attended their high school reunion. Since that night, their lives have started to change.this movie is abou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Every Breath U Take
''Every Breath U Take'' is 2012 Filipino romantic comedy film directed by Mae Cruz-Alviar and starring Piolo Pascual and Angelica Panganiban. It is produced and released by Star Cinema. The film was released domestically on May 16, 2012. Cast Main *Piolo Pascual as Leo Dimalanta *Angelica Panganiban as Marjorie "Majoy" Marasigan Supporting *Wendy Valdez as Queenie/Dianne *Ryan Bang as Ji-Sun *Ryan Eigenmann as Mario *Ketchup Eusebio as Chikoy *Janus Del Prado as Boy *Frenchie Dy as Abby/Abbie *Smokey Manoloto as King *Carlos Agassi as Ace *Joross Gamboa as Jack *Regine Angeles as Leila *Nova Villa as Lola Pilar *Freddie Webb as Lolo Pepe *Lito Legaspi as Leo's dad *Dominic Ochoa as Chief/Leo's Kuya * JM De Guzman as Carwash Boy Production Development The film was announced back in May 2011, that a romantic-comedy film was to be produced and released by Star Cinema that will star Piolo Pascual and supposedly Kim Chiu. But Chiu was replaced by Angelica Panganiban as Piolo's leading ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Desperadas 2
''Desperadas 2'' is a 2008 Filipino romantic comedy film directed by Joel C. Lamangan and the sequel to ''Desperadas'' (2007). The film stars Ogie Alcasid, Marian Rivera, Ruffa Gutierrez, and Iza Calzado. Plot The four sisters from ''Desperadas'' face new problems. The eldest daughter is having problems with her husband. The second was indicted by her friends in estafa cases involving money she loaned. The third, after divorcing her husband due to infidelity and homosexuality, is now a romance psychologist and counselor. The youngest still has problems with her future family-in-law. The problems get worse when their fifth sister (Ogie Alcasid), a leader in an African kingdom, arrives in the Philippines to meet her mother and sisters. She has the solutions for every problem they had, but they must meet her conditions. Cast Reception Accolades * 2008, won Festival Prize for 'Best Makeup' at Metro Manila Film Festival The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) is an annual film ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Desperadas
''Desperadas'' is a 2007 Filipino romantic comedy film written by Roy Iglesias, directed by Joel Lamangan, and starring Marian Rivera, Ruffa Gutierrez, Rufa Mae Quinto and Iza Calzado. The film was followed by the sequel ''Desperadas 2'' in 2008. Plot Four siblings from different men are living on a compound. They have different stories and problems to face. The eldest daughter (Iza Calzado) tries to spice up her marriage with her workaholic husband. The second daughter (Ruffa Gutierrez) is a spendthrift woman, and a single mother who struggles with dating. The third daughter (Rufa Mae Quinto) is a professional sexual and clinical psychologist obsessed who suspects that her husband is gay. The youngest (Marian Rivera) is a childish and wild woman, engaged in her conservative boyfriend who came from a religious family. Cast * Ruffa Gutierrez as Isabella Verona * Rufa Mae Quinto as Dr. Patricia Llanes-Quinto, PhD * Iza Calzado as Atty. Stephanie Ocampo-Arribe * Marian Rivera as Cou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Close To You (film)
''Close to You'' is a Filipino film starring John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo introducing Sam Milby. The movie was released on February 15, 2006 under Star Cinema, directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina. The year 2006 ended with 5 Star Cinema films grossing more than including Close to You itself. This film was made sponsored by Close-Up, manufactured by Unilever Philippines. Plot Manuel and Marian have been best friends since they were kids. They are so close that they know each other's secrets...well, almost. For the last 16 years, Manuel never had the courage to tell Marian how much he loves her. On the other hand, Marian sees Manuel as no more than her best friend. Marian's greatest love has always been Lance (Sam), a classmate who protected her from bullies back in grade school. Ever since Lance and his family migrated abroad ten years ago, Marian never had the chance to establish contact with him again. The only thing that Marian knows is that Lance has become the lead singer of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |