Paul Soriano
Paul David Soriano(; born October 17, 1981) is an American-born Filipino commercial and film director, producer. Personal life Soriano was born and raised in Los Angeles. His father is director and pastor Jeric Soriano, the son of actor Nestor de Villa. At the age of 8, Soriano moved to Manila and attended high school at International School Manila, before moving back to the United States to attend De Anza College in Cupertino, California and Santa Clara University, where he studied filmmaking. He then returned to Manila after college. Soriano married his long-time girlfriend Toni Gonzaga on June 12, 2015 in Gonzaga's hometown, Taytay, Rizal. Gonzaga gave birth to their first child, Severiano Elliott, on September 30, 2016. Career Soriano is known for directing ''A Journey Home'' (2009), ''Thelma'' (2011), ''Kid Kulafu'' (2015), and ''Dukot'' (2016 File:2016 Events Collage.png, From top left, clockwise: Bombed-out buildings in Ankara following the 2016 Turkish coup d'état ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Bongbong Marcos
Ferdinand "Bongbong" Romualdez Marcos Jr. ( , , ; born September 13, 1957), commonly referred to by the initials PBBM or BBM, is a Filipino politician who is the 17th and current president of the Philippines. He previously served as a senator from 2010 to 2016. He is the second child and only son of tenth president Ferdinand Marcos Sr. and former first lady Imelda Romualdez Marcos. In 1980, Marcos became Vice Governor of Ilocos Norte, running unopposed with the Kilusang Bagong Lipunan party of his father, who was ruling the Philippines under martial law at the time. He then became Governor of Ilocos Norte in 1983, holding that office until his family was ousted from power by the People Power Revolution and fled into exile in Hawaii in February 1986. After the death of his father in 1989, President Corazon Aquino eventually allowed his family to return to the Philippines to face various charges. Marcos and his mother, Imelda, are currently facing arrest in the United Stat ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Philippine Daily Inquirer
The ''Philippine Daily Inquirer'' (''PDI''), or simply the ''Inquirer'', is an English-language newspaper in the Philippines. Founded in 1985, it is often regarded as the Philippines' newspaper of record. The newspaper is the most awarded broadsheet in the Philippines and the multimedia group, called The Inquirer Group, reaches 54 million people across several platforms. History The ''Philippine Daily Inquirer'' was founded on December 9, 1985, by publisher Eugenia Apóstol, columnist Max Solivén, together with Betty Go-Belmonte during the last days of the regime of President Ferdinand Marcos, becoming one of the first private newspapers to be established under the Marcos regime. The ''Inquirer'' succeeded the weekly ''Philippine Inquirer'', created in 1985 by Apostol to cover the trial of 25 soldiers accused of complicity in the assassination of opposition leader Ninoy Aquino at Manila International Airport on August 21, 1983. Apostol also published the '' Mr. & Ms. Spec ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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TINCAN
Celestine Cruz Gonzaga-Soriano (; born January 20, 1984), better known as Toni Gonzaga, is a Filipino singer, host, actress, producer, vlogger and entrepreneur. She is the former lead host of long-running reality show, ''Pinoy Big Brother''. Toni Gonzaga is well known for her strabismus, which is known in Filipino as duling. Personal life Toni Gonzaga was born Celestine Cruz Gonzaga on January 20, 1984, in Taytay, She is the eldest daughter of former ''punong barangay'', councilor and vice mayor Carlito "Bonoy" and Crisanta "Pinty" (née Cruz) Gonzaga, who also acts as her talent manager. Her sister, Catherine "Cathy" Gonzaga, professionally known as Alex Gonzaga, is also an actress, comedian, television host and vlogger. In Taytay, she was an elected Barangay Kagawad for one term and a Sunday school teacher in Taytay United Methodist Church. She studied mass communication at the Dominican College in San Juan for two years. Later, she transferred to the Asian Institute for Di ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Production Company
A production company, production house, production studio, or a production team is a studio that creates works in the fields of performing arts, new media art, film, television, radio, comics, interactive arts, video games, websites, music, and video. These groups consist of technical staff to produce the media, and are often incorporated as a commercial publisher. Generally the term refers to all individuals responsible for the technical aspects of creating a particular product, regardless of where in the process their expertise is required, or how long they are involved in the project. For example, in a theatrical performance, the production team has not only the running crew, but also the theatrical producer, designers and theatrical direction. Tasks and functions The production company may be directly responsible for fundraising the production or may accomplish this through a parent company, partner, or private investor. It handles budgeting, scheduling, scripting, th ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Starting Over Again (2014 Film)
''Starting Over Again'' is a Filipino romantic comedy film directed by Olivia M. Lamasan, starring Piolo Pascual and Toni Gonzaga. It was produced and distributed by Star Cinema as part of its 20th anniversary. It officially premiered in the Philippines on February 12, 2014. The film was an instant box-office success earning 25 million pesos on its opening day. On March 15, 2014, a month after its theatrical release, the film earned a total domestic gross of 410 million pesos. The story revolves on two former lovers who meet again four years later through a project, and the plot goes over flashbacks - an email, a backstory, and the self esteem of moving on, letting go, and redemption - a narrative used in most Olivia Lamasan films Cast Main cast * Piolo Pascual as Marco Antonio Villanueva III * Toni Gonzaga as Genina "Ginny" Gonzales * Iza Calzado as Patricia "Patty" de Guia Supporting cast * Joross Gamboa as Ali * Edgar Allan Guzman as Baba * Cai Cortez as ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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28th PMPC Star Awards For Movies
The 28th Star Awards for Movies by the Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC), honored the best Filipino films of 2011. The ceremony took place on March 14, 2012, at the Meralco Theater in Ortigas, Pasig. The PMPC Star Awards for Movies was hosted by KC Concepcion, Derek Ramsay, Aga Muhlach and Anne Curtis. '' Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story'' bagged 8 awards including "Movie of the Year" while ''In The Name of Love'' won 5 awards. The event was televised at ABS-CBN's Sunday Best on March 18, 2012. Winners and nominees Winners are in bold text Movie of the Year *''Ang Panday 2'' (Ramon ''Bong Revilla , Marian Rivera , Phillip Salvador, Rhian Ramos, Iza Calzado, Kris Bernal) *''In The Name Of Love'' (Angel Locsin, Aga Muhlach, Jake Cuenca) * Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story (ER Ejercito, Carla Abellana) *''The Road'' (Barbie Forteza, Derrick Monasterio, Lexi Fernandez, Rhian Ramos, Louise delos Reyes, Alden Richards, Marvin Agustin, Carmina Villaroel, Renz Valerio) * ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Film Academy Of The Philippines
Established in 1981, the Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) is the Philippines' official counterpart of the United States' Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The FAP was founded through Executive Order 640-A issued by the President of the Philippines. The academy serves as the umbrella organization of various guilds of the movie industry that organize and supervise activities to optimize competency. The FAP gives recognition and awards to film artists, technicians and workers for their outstanding performances and achievements. The Film Academy of the Philippines Awards, shortened as the FAP Awards, have been given since 1983. The purpose of the 1983 award ceremony was to honor film achievements in 1982. In 2005, the name of the award was officially changed into Luna Awards. Guilds * Assistant Directors and Production Managers Association for Motion Pictures * Filipino Society of Cinematographers * Katipunan ng mga Artistang Pilipino sa Pelikula at Telebisyon * Motio ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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List Of Philippine Films Of 2016
This is an incomplete list of Filipino full-length films, both mainstream and independently produced, released in theaters and cinemas in 2016. Top ten grossing films The highest-grossing Filipino films released in 2016, by domestic box office gross revenue, are as follows: :1. ''The Super Parental Guardians'' earned an estimated total of ₱ 598,000,000 which includes international gross. :2. '' Barcelona: A Love Untold'' earned an estimated total of ₱ 321,000,000 which includes international gross. :3. '' The Unmarried Wife'' earned an estimated total of ₱ 246,300,000 which includes international gross. :4. ''Everything About Her'' earned an estimated total of ₱ 208,000,000 which includes international gross. :5. ''Vince and Kath and James'' earned an estimated total of ₱ 123,000,000 which includes international gross. :6. ''Just the 3 of Us'' earned an estimated international gross of $ 4,900,000. :7. ''The Third Party'' earned an estimated total of ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Dukot
''Dukot'' () is a 2016 Filipino suspense thriller film directed by Paul Soriano. It stars Enrique Gil, Ricky Davao, Shaina Magdayao, Bing Pimintel and Christopher de Leon. The film is executive produced by Charo Santos-Concio and Malou Santos. Based on true events, the film tells the story of Carlo, played by Enrique, who was kidnapped and held to demand ransom from his parents. It was released by Star Cinema on July 13, 2016 in more than one hundred cinemas throughout the country. The film was Graded B by the Cinema Evaluation Board of the Philippines. Plot The film centers on the family of a middle-class government official. The family goes through hell when Carlo (Gil), who is estranged from his father, is kidnapped. Carlo must be rescued, otherwise he will be forced to fight for his life to escape a ruthless gang of ex-military mercenaries. The film revolves around two families that come from two totally different worlds. Uncontrollable circumstances will unleash a chain of ev ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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List Of Philippine Films Of 2015
This is an incomplete list of Filipino full-length films, both mainstream and independently produced, released in theaters and cinemas in 2015. Top grossing films The films released in 2015 by domestic gross are as follows: :1. '' A Second Chance'' earned an estimated total of ₱ 556,000,000 which includes international gross. :2. ''Crazy Beautiful You'' earned an estimated total of ₱ 420,000,000 which includes international gross. :3. '' The Love Affair'' earned an estimated total of ₱ 320,000,000 which includes international gross. Films January–March ;Color key April–June ;Color key July–September October–December ;Color key Awards Local The following first list shows the Best Picture winners at the four major film awards: FAMAS Awards, Gawad Urian Awards, Luna Awards and Star Awards; and at the three major film festivals: Metro Manila Film Festival, Cinemalaya and Cinema One Originals. The second list shows films with the most award ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Kid Kulafu
''Kid Kulafu'' is a 2015 Filipino biographical sports drama film produced and released by Star Cinema together with Ten17P owned by the film's director Paul Soriano. The film dramatizes the life of the boxing superstar Manny Pacquiao during his childhood. It stars Buboy Villar, Alessandra De Rossi and Cesar Montano. ''Kid Kulafu'' was the second biopic of Pacquiao 9 years after '' Pacquiao: The Movie'', which had focused on his early career as a boxer and stardom. Plot Kid Kulafu as early life boxing of Emmanuel "Manny" Pacquiao or Kid Kulafu. Before he became one of the world's greatest boxers Manny Pacquiao was a young boy living a hand-to-mouth existence, trying to survive from one day to the next. When he discovers his natural talent for boxing, he embarks on a brutal and intense journey that takes him from the mountains of the Philippines to the streets of Manila, and must risk everything to become a champion - for himself, his family, and his country. Cast Production B ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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List Of Philippine Films Of 2011
This is an incomplete list of Filipino full-length films, both mainstream and independently produced, released in theaters and cinemas in 2011. Top ten grossing films ;Note # Box Office Mojo, a reliable third party box office revenue tracker, does not track any revenues earned during any Metro Manila Film Festival editions. So the official figures by film entries during the festival are only estimates taken from any recent updates from credible and reliable sources such as a film's production outfit, or from any news agencies. To verify the figures, see individual sources for the references. ;Color key Films Awards ceremonies These awards were given in 2012 for the films released in 2011. See also * 2011 in the Philippines * List of 2011 box office number-one films in the Philippines References {{Years in the Philippines Phil Phil may refer to: * Phil (given name), a shortened version of masculine and feminine names * Phill, a given name also spelled "Phil" * P ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |