The Golden Lion award bestowed upon “Ang Babaeng Humayo (The Woman Who Left)” at the recently concluded 73rd Venice Film Festival is, according to its lead star Charo Santos, “a celebration of Philippine Cinema.”
Asked why she agreed to do the film, effectively ending a 17-year hiatus from acting, she said, “I did it simply out of passion.”
Apparently, Charo has long wanted to work with film director Lav Diaz, intrigued as she is with his body of work. She also fell in love with the “Humayo” script.
“Bonus na lang ang award for a job well done,” Charo said.
“Ang Babaeng Humayo” is about Horacia, a former school teacher who spent three decades in jail for a crime she did not commit. After getting released from prison, Horacia returned to her ancestral home only to discover shocking events had happened to her family.
“I was drawn to Horacia’s story,” Charo said. “It’s always a challenge to (do roles that) transcend humanity and choose to do good.”
The movie is produced by Cinema One Originals and Sine Olivia Pilipinas, and distributed by Star Cinema. Also in the cast are John Lloyd Cruz, Mae Paner and Cacai Bautista among others. “Ang Babaeng Humayo” starts its nationwide run tomorrow, Sept. 28.
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Perfect chemistry
Regal Entertainment’s latest rom-com offering, “My Rebound Girl,” showcases perfect chemistry between lead stars Alex Gonzaga and Joseph Marco.
It’s the same chemistry Mother Lily and Roselle Monteverde noticed seeing the two first work together as a love team in the TV adaptation of the Koreanovela “Pure Love.”
Directed by Emmanuel de la Cruz, the feel-good movie “My Rebound Girl” has Alex playing the role of Raquel or Rocky, dubbed as the “Pambansang Rebound Girl.” Her father wanted her to go with him abroad, but Rocky declined, putting up a café business with some partners, including boyfriend Timmy.
But when things were falling into place, Timmy, the group’s main financier, backs out to reconcile with his ex-girlfriend. The business was saved with Rich (Joseph) coming into the picture.
“My Rebound Girl” is Alex and Joseph’s biggest break as a tandem. From being a host, singer, comedienne and author, Alex moved on to headline the TV5 series “Inday Bote.” She has also appeared in several movies.
“My Rebound Girl” opens tomorrow in theaters nationwide.
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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, Sept. 27, go to former DOJ Sec. Hernando Perez, Ralph Joseph, Maritel Nievera, Rams Andrade, Gigi de Guzman-Pau, Mercy Tuazon, Boy Togonon, Art Dimayuga, Mai Mai Cojuangco, Puyat Mirasol, Emma Calanog, Adolfo Sto. Domingo, Atty. Florabella Tupas, Randal Yulo, Tina Agustin, Alynna Asistio, Erik Salud, Nene Tamano, Robi Domingo, Charee Pineda, Gigi Cordero, Ruby Bustamante, and Susan Legaspi… Sept. 28: Charing Villar, Ma. Veronica Ongkeko, Ben de Jesus, Julie Meresen, Teresita Cruz, Jeizzel Ongkiko, Socorro Beech, MJ Felipe, Mina Paras, Ma. Elisa Reyes, Ma. Theresa Gonda, and Capt. Jude Ejercito…
Read more at http://www.mb.com.ph/victory-of-humayo-in-venice-a-celebration-of-philippine-cinema/#YldYKIcMAtPjAT57.99
Asked why she agreed to do the film, effectively ending a 17-year hiatus from acting, she said, “I did it simply out of passion.”
Apparently, Charo has long wanted to work with film director Lav Diaz, intrigued as she is with his body of work. She also fell in love with the “Humayo” script.
“Bonus na lang ang award for a job well done,” Charo said.
“Ang Babaeng Humayo” is about Horacia, a former school teacher who spent three decades in jail for a crime she did not commit. After getting released from prison, Horacia returned to her ancestral home only to discover shocking events had happened to her family.
“I was drawn to Horacia’s story,” Charo said. “It’s always a challenge to (do roles that) transcend humanity and choose to do good.”
The movie is produced by Cinema One Originals and Sine Olivia Pilipinas, and distributed by Star Cinema. Also in the cast are John Lloyd Cruz, Mae Paner and Cacai Bautista among others. “Ang Babaeng Humayo” starts its nationwide run tomorrow, Sept. 28.
• • •
Perfect chemistry
Regal Entertainment’s latest rom-com offering, “My Rebound Girl,” showcases perfect chemistry between lead stars Alex Gonzaga and Joseph Marco.
It’s the same chemistry Mother Lily and Roselle Monteverde noticed seeing the two first work together as a love team in the TV adaptation of the Koreanovela “Pure Love.”
Directed by Emmanuel de la Cruz, the feel-good movie “My Rebound Girl” has Alex playing the role of Raquel or Rocky, dubbed as the “Pambansang Rebound Girl.” Her father wanted her to go with him abroad, but Rocky declined, putting up a café business with some partners, including boyfriend Timmy.
But when things were falling into place, Timmy, the group’s main financier, backs out to reconcile with his ex-girlfriend. The business was saved with Rich (Joseph) coming into the picture.
“My Rebound Girl” is Alex and Joseph’s biggest break as a tandem. From being a host, singer, comedienne and author, Alex moved on to headline the TV5 series “Inday Bote.” She has also appeared in several movies.
“My Rebound Girl” opens tomorrow in theaters nationwide.
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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, Sept. 27, go to former DOJ Sec. Hernando Perez, Ralph Joseph, Maritel Nievera, Rams Andrade, Gigi de Guzman-Pau, Mercy Tuazon, Boy Togonon, Art Dimayuga, Mai Mai Cojuangco, Puyat Mirasol, Emma Calanog, Adolfo Sto. Domingo, Atty. Florabella Tupas, Randal Yulo, Tina Agustin, Alynna Asistio, Erik Salud, Nene Tamano, Robi Domingo, Charee Pineda, Gigi Cordero, Ruby Bustamante, and Susan Legaspi… Sept. 28: Charing Villar, Ma. Veronica Ongkeko, Ben de Jesus, Julie Meresen, Teresita Cruz, Jeizzel Ongkiko, Socorro Beech, MJ Felipe, Mina Paras, Ma. Elisa Reyes, Ma. Theresa Gonda, and Capt. Jude Ejercito…
Read more at http://www.mb.com.ph/victory-of-humayo-in-venice-a-celebration-of-philippine-cinema/#YldYKIcMAtPjAT57.99