'Tis the Season for Movies

It's the season again para manood ng mga movies na 100% Pinoy! Four movies are heavily featuring Kapuso stars this season: like the TVJ, Marian Rivera, JC de Vera, Katrina Halili and Jennylyn Mercado. Text from movie press releases. Photos provided by Regal Films and Octoarts Films. Iskul Bukol: 20 Years After Iskul Bukol was one of the pioneers of situational comedy (a.k.a sitcom) in the history of Philippine television. And the indelible mark it made in the hearts and minds of the viewing public during its entire run during the late 70's is undeniable. It is definitely one of the few classic shows that set the benchmark for comic excellence among today's popular shows. Now, the series is making a comeback through the big screen! In the forthcoming 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival, the film will re-introduce Iskul Bukol to the present moviegoers. To boast the exciting storyline, some of the important parts were shot in Cambodia. There are breathtaking views and some of the loveliest scenic spots in the country are seen in the movie. It involves the thrilling search for the all-powerful Peseta, one of the remaining 30 pieces of Judas' silver which gives immortality to anyone who possesses it. Featured in this movie are the lovable TVJ: Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon. Also in the movie are Jimmy Santos, Mely Tagasa, Richie D'Horsie, Robert Villar, Oyo Sotto, Gian Sotto, Keempee de Leon, Francine Prieto, Krista Ranillo, Pauleen Luna, and introducing Carlene Aguilar. Want to watch this movie when it premieres on December 21? Click here. Desperadas 2 They are back! The hip, fearless half-sisters of Regal Entertainment's Desperadas reunite in the highly-anticipated and much awaited sequel--Desperadas 2--bigger and funnier than the movie audience fell in love with last year. Ruffa Gutierrez, Rufa Mae Quinto, Iza Calzado, Marian Rivera along with their fifth long-lost sister Ogie Alcasid bring another hilarious and bigger treat to everyone who has followed and still yet to find out the life story of the Desperadas sisters. The new film catches up with the eventful lives of Isabella, Patricia, Stephanie, Courtney and the sister they never knew they had: Luga Luda who will share an unbreakable bond as half-sisters. The five are brought together by the love and affection they hold for each other. Desperadas 2 is one of Regal Entertainment's official entries to the Metro Manila Film Festival under the helm of award-winning director Joel Lamangan and penned by scriptwriter Roy Iglesias. The film brings a deeper and closer peek into the different issues and personal struggles of the five sisters as they cope with life's endless ups and downs. Want to watch this movie when it premieres on December 19? Click here. Shake, Rattle and Roll X "This is our biggest Shake, Rattle & Roll so far, not only because of the grand cast but also because of the sophisticated storytelling and effects—befitting of its 10th anniversary offering no less," said Mother Lily Monteverde, the Regal matriarch who is obviously excited and very hopeful for SSR X's success this year! If there were years when SRRX shared the limelight with other horror entries from other production outfits, this year's Shake, Rattle & Roll X is the only horror flick in the MMFF. "I am proud to say that the SRR series is already a worthwhile Christmas filmfest tradition among Filipinos," said producer Roselle Monteverde. "This year, Regal can lay claim that SRR is about the most successful franchise as it is the last movie standing among the film sequels for the past years." Mike Tuviera and Topel Lee, two very dynamic young directors are responsible for this year's exciting episodes with a formidable cast that includes Marian Rivera, JC de Vera, Mylene Dizon, Wendell Ramos, Jean Garcia, Iwa Moto, Jennica Garcia, John Lapus, BJ Forbes, IC Mendoza, and a lot more. With all the aforementioned elements, plus the best technical and creative staff and a rich history and franchise, what more can you ask for? These make SRRX the Metro Manila Film Festival entry to watch out for. Want to watch this movie when it premieres on December 20? Click here. One Night Only Five colorful, and not to mention sexy, women cross paths in one intriguingly interesting night. And these fictional girls are about to meet with humor and irony of the real world in Octo Arts Film's One Night Only. One Night Only comes uniquely set apart as it boasts of a strong storyline, crisp dialogue and one-liners created by the master storyteller and director Jose Javier Reyes. With a powerhouse cast and a great story to boot, many are predicting this early that One Night Only is a shoo-in for the top grosser position in this year’s Metro Manila Film Festival. The movie revolves around the interconnecting lives of the 5 girls in which culminate in one eventful night at a speedy motel called Lover's Hideaway. It all happens in one night. Featured in this movie are Katrina Halili, Diana Zubiri and Jennylyn Mercado. Also featured in this movie are former Kapuso heartbreakers: Alessandra de Rossi and Valerie Concepcion. Want to catch this movie when it premiers on December 22? Click here.