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Alex Vincent Medina
Alex Vincent Chupungco Medina (born May 26, 1986) is a Filipino people, Filipino film and television actor. He is known for his roles in various Independent film, indie films. He portrayed Diego/Joshua in the soap opera ''Ina, Kapatid, Anak (TV series), Ina, Kapatid, Anak''. He is the son of Pen Medina and brother of Ping Medina.IMDb.com, Inc. (2011) also known for an 11/10 in technolog''Alex Medina (I) Actor Filmography''Retrieved July 2, 2013 Medina won the best actor award in the Cinema One, Cinema One Originals Film Festival for the film ''Palitan''.Vanessa Balbuena (201''Alex Medina: Heir apparent ''Philstar Retrieved July 2, 2013 Background Medina was born and raised in Manila, Philippines. He is the son of veteran Filipino actor Pen Medina. He has three brothers: Karl, Ping Medina, Ping and Victor, who are also actors. He also has four younger siblings: Japs, Victor, Zeth and JL. Medina studied Marketing and Corporate Communications at San Beda University, San Beda Coll ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Manila
Manila, officially the City of Manila, is the Capital of the Philippines, capital and second-most populous city of the Philippines after Quezon City, with a population of 1,846,513 people in 2020. Located on the eastern shore of Manila Bay on the island of Luzon, it is classified as a Cities of the Philippines#Independent cities, highly urbanized city. With , Manila is one of the world's List of cities proper by population density, most densely populated cities proper. Manila was the first chartered city in the country, designated bPhilippine Commission Act No. 183on July 31, 1901. It became autonomous with the passage of Republic Act No. 409, "The Revised Charter of the City of Manila", on June 18, 1949. Manila is considered to be part of the world's original set of global cities because its commercial networks were the first to extend across the Pacific Ocean and connect Asia with the Hispanic America, Spanish Americas through the Manila galleon, galleon trade. This marked t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rayver Cruz
Raymond Oliver Cruz Ilustre (born July 20, 1989), better known by his screen name Rayver Cruz (), is a Filipino actor. He is the younger brother of fellow actor and dancer Rodjun Cruz. He is currently an exclusive actor of GMA Network. Personal life Rayver is a member of the Cruz family, a noted family line in the Philippine entertainment industry. He has two older brothers, Rodjun Cruz and Omar Cruz-Ilustre. His father, Rodolfo L. Ilustre, died in 2009 from kidney failure. He finished Grade 6 in Saint Mark's Institute in Las Piñas. He graduated in 2010 with a B.S. degree in Business Administration Management from St. Francis of Assisi College, Las Pinas City, Philippines. Rayver is also a cousin of Sheryl Cruz, Sunshine Cruz, Geneva Cruz and Donna Cruz. Cristine Reyes and Cruz began their romance in 2011 when Rayver allegedly left his ex-girlfriend Sarah Geronimo. Reyes and Cruz separated ways in 2012. He also dated Janine Gutierrez for four years and the couple ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
How To Be Yours
''How to Be Yours'' is a 2016 Filipino romantic drama film directed by Dan Villegas starring Bea Alonzo and Gerald Anderson and executive produced by Charo Santos-Concio and Malou Santos. The film premiered on July 26, 2016, in a premiere night held on SM Megamall that was attended by the cast and crew of the film, some celebrities, several ABS-CBN executives, and the Philippine Vice President Leni Robredo and her daughters Aika and Jillian. The film was released by Star Cinema on July 27, 2016, in over 180 cinemas throughout the country. The film is Graded B by the Cinema Evaluation Board of the Philippines. Synopsis Niño ( Gerald Anderson) is a sales agent who's bent on attaining stability and Anj (Bea Alonzo) is a self-taught cook who dreams of working in a high-end restaurant someday. Niño initially chooses love over career until he meets Anj whose choice is career over love. Cast *Bea Alonzo as Anj * Gerald Anderson as Niño *Bernard Palanca as Pocholo * Janus de ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Heneral Luna
''Heneral Luna'' () is a 2015 Filipino epic war film starring John Arcilla as the titular character Antonio Luna who led the Philippine Revolutionary Army during the early phases of the Philippine–American War. Directed by Jerrold Tarog and produced by Artikulo Uno Productions, it is the first installment of the '' Bayaniverse'' franchise. The film received critical acclaim from critics, praising its cinematography, writing, acting and plot. The film was selected as the Philippine entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 88th Academy Awards but it was not nominated. With a production budget of , it is one of the most expensive Filipino epic historical films ever released. On September 29, 2015, it broke the previous record of to become the highest grossing Filipino historical film of all time. Despite a 50% discount that was offered to student viewers, by the beginning of its fourth week, the film was well on its way to reaching the gross ticket sales. On October ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Love Affair (film)
''The Love Affair'' is a 2015 Filipino drama film directed by Nuel C. Naval from a story and screenplay written by Vanessa R. Valdez. The film tells the story of a married couple whose marriage becomes problematic after Trisha has an affair and Vince consults with an attorney to file an annulment but their meeting ends up in an affair as well. It stars Richard Gomez, Dawn Zulueta and Bea Alonzo in the lead roles, while supporting stars include Tom Rodriguez, Tonton Gutierrez, and Grae Fernandez. Produced and distributed by Star Cinema, the film was theatrically released in the Philippines on August 12, 2015, It received mixed reviews from critics but favorable reception at the box-office, earning worldwide and is the second Filipino film to break the mark for 2015, second to ''Crazy Beautiful You'', another Star Cinema-produced film. Plot Vince (Richard Gomez) and Trisha (Dawn Zulueta) are a married couple. Vince wants his marriage annulled after he finds out his wife is hav ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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 Productio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Procopio Bonifacio
Procopio Bonifacio y de Castro (c. 1873 – May 10, 1897) was a Filipino independence activist and revolutionary during the Philippine Revolution of 1896 against Spain. He was a member of the secret revolutionary society turned revolutionary government Katipunan with his other siblings Ciriaco and Espiridiona. His eldest brother Andrés Bonifacio was one of the founders and, eventually, president of the Katipunan. Family background and early life Procopio was the third of the six children of Santiago Bonifacio and Catalina de Castro. His siblings were Andres, Ciriaco, Troadio, Espiridiona and Maxima. During childhood he, with his other siblings, sold paper canes and fans made by their brother Andres for their living. Eventually, he was employed as a baggage porter in the government-owned Philippine National Railways until the revolution broke out. Family Procopio had an affair with Juana from Mindoro. whom he met while organizing the Katipunan chapter in the island. They th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Supremo (film)
''Supremo'' is a 2012 Filipino biographical film directed by Richard V. Somes about the life of Katipunan Supremo (President) Andrés Bonifacio. The film stars Alfred Vargas as Bonifacio, alongside Mon Confiado, Hermie Concepcion, Nicco Manalo, Alex Vincent Medina, Nica Naval, and Manu Respall. The film premiered at SM City Fairview in Quezon City on November 30, 2012, Bonifacio's 149th birth anniversary, and went into general release on December 5. It was also entered into competition at the 14th Cinemanila International Film Festival. Cast *Alfred Vargas as Andrés Bonifacio *Mon Confiado as Macario Sakay * Hermie Concepcion as Melchora "Tandang Sora" Aquino * Nicco Manalo as Emilio Jacinto * Alex Vincent Medina as Procopio Bonifacio * Nica Naval as Gregoria de Jesús * Manu Respall as Emilio Aguinaldo Emilio Aguinaldo y Famy (: March 22, 1869February 6, 1964) was a Filipino revolutionary, statesman, and military leader who became the first List of presidents of the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Two Wives (Philippine TV Series)
''Two Wives'' is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by ABS-CBN. The series is based on the 2009 South Korean drama series of the same title. Directed by FM Reyes, Raymund B. Ocampo and Richard I. Arellano, it stars Kaye Abad, Jason Abalos and Erich Gonzales. It aired on the network's Primetime Bida line up and worldwide on TFC from October 13, 2014 to March 13, 2015, replacing '' Sana Bukas Pa ang Kahapon'' and was replaced by ''Bridges of Love''. The series is streaming online on YouTube. Synopsis Yvonne, the typical homemaker who prioritizes her family over everything, is married to Victor. They have a son, and they are the epitome of a happy family, until Yvonne discovers that her husband is having an affair with another woman named Janine. Victor’s failed business forced him to work in the flower farm of Janine, a single mother. He was later driven to accept her other unusual job offer – he is to pretend to be a father to her daughter. As days passed, Victo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
My Little Juan
''My Little Juan'' is a 2013 Philippine television drama series broadcast by ABS-CBN. The series is a midquel to ''Juan dela Cruz (TV series), Juan dela Cruz''. Directed by Darnel Joy R. Villaflor and Francis E. Pasion, it stars Jaime Fabregas and Izzy Canillo. It aired on the network's Kapamilya Gold line up and worldwide on The Filipino Channel, TFC from May 20 to September 13, 2013 replacing ''May Isang Pangarap'' and was replaced by ''Kapamilya Blockbusters''. The series deals with the themes of faith-in-oneself, identity, and love, along with issues of bullying and morality. Elements from the mythology of the ''Aswang'' has been incorporated all throughout the series, like it can take a human form and it can turn other people into an ''Aswang'', along with the series' own mythology. Plot The series follows a young Juan dela Cruz (Izzy Canillo) as he, with the help of Father Cito (Jaime Fabregas), prepares for his future role as the "''Tagabantay''" (The Guardian), while stru ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
9th Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival
The 9th Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival was successfully held from July 26 to August 4, 2013, in Metro Manila Metropolitan Manila ( ), commonly shortened to Metro Manila and formally the National Capital Region (NCR; ), is the capital region and largest List of metropolitan areas in the Philippines, metropolitan area of the Philippines. Located ..., Philippines. This year's theme is "Synergy of the Senses", which makes the entries to deliver mature content and provocative themes. The opening film is ''Jazz in Love'' by Baby Ruth Villarama, a documentary about a Filipino gay man who waits for the arrival of his German boyfriend. The closing film is Joel Lamangan's ''Burgos'' which stars Lorna Tolentino as Edita Burgos, the crusading mother of missing activist Jonas. The winners were announced on August 4 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines, Jerrold Tarog's ''Sana Dati'' and Hannah Espia's ''Transit (2013 film), Transit'' won top film honors in the awards night ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
