The Strangers Trailer Impressions: 2012 MMFF Horror Aswang Movie with Enchong Dee and Julia Montes

The Strangers, an official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (38th Metro Manila Film Festival) is an upcoming Star Cinema, Quantum Films, and MJM Productions Inc. horror film under the direction of Lawrence Fajardo and written by Joji Alonso starring Julia Montes, Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, JM De Guzman, Cherry Pie Picache, Janice De Belen, Jaime Fabregas, and Johnny Revilla. Let's check out what this another Aswang-themed horror film has in store for MMFF movie going audience this December 25, 2012.

The Strangers
Plot / Synopsis

A family trip suddenly goes bad when they got lost in somewhere deep within a province. Besides the finding their way back, what they should worry more is how to survive this mystic strange area possibly inhabited by all sorts of monstrous creatures.

Watch The Strangers Official trailer here:


The Strangers Official Trailer Impression
The Strangers Film Trailer Review

The 38th Metro Manila Film Festival will have another horror title with The Strangers. The Strangers includes both newer generation talents with some veteran actors in another aswang-themed horror movie.

There is probably something for everybody here. For the newer generation film fans, more specifically the female (biological and "at heart") audience would definitely be looking forward to see their favorite male idols like Enchong Dee, JM De Guzman, and Enrique Gil in The Strangers. Other more traditional horror film fans could feel right at home with Janice De Belen, Cherry Pie Picache, and an Aswang as its monstrous villain. I believe the trailer is quite effective as it didn't feature what the actual aswang would look like in the film. It gave the trailer and the actual film itself a sense of mystery. Hopefully it won't depend too much on CGI and go on a more practical effects route, but I know that is asking too much. I just don't know what to say about the performance of the younger generation lead actors in the film, not really a big fan of them. As for the plot, it is pretty generic. An unfortunate group of people eventually gets lost on a creepy seemingly isolated province with a shady jungle where bloodbath usually happens. As what we can make of the film through the trailer it looks like they added some mini plot including Enchong's character. Is he a friend or a foe? Is he one of the aswangs, or an unfortunate victim a fellow "stranger" like the family that the film centers on? Will the aswangs theme, fresh faces, and mystery as to what really the monstrosities looks or their origin is be enough to make film fans check this out, or will this same "familiar" (bordering cliche) aswang theme and the rawness of the younger lead be the reason that would make movie goers avoid this film as much as they can this coming 2012 MMFF? We'll know soon enough once The Strangers hits the theaters nationwide this December 25, 2012.

How about you guys, what can you say about another Aswang film this 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival? What can you say about the lead actors in the film? Share your thoughts about The Strangers official trailer in the comments section below:

Si Agimat Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako Trailer Impressions: Your Annual Dose of Vic Sotto now with Bong Revilla and Judy Ann Santos

Si Agimat Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako, an official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (38th Metro Manila Film Festival) is an upcoming OctoArts Films, M-Zet Productions, Imus Productions, APT Entertainment, and GMA Films comedy family fantasy film directed by Tony Y. Reyes starring Vic Sotto, Bong Revilla, Jr. and Judy Ann Santos, along with Jose Manalo, Wally Bayola, Gwen Zamora, Sam Pinto, John Lapus, and Amy Perez. Si Agimat Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako is the seventh title under the Enteng Kabisote film series, third Spin-Off/crossover title under the Enteng film franchise, and the ninth entry on the Okay Ka Fairy Ko! film franchise. Let's check out what this year's Enteng Kabisote title has in store for its avid fans.

Si Agimat Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako
Plot / Synopsis

The story begins with the establishment of the three different worlds apart, bound to meet for an adventure like no other -- the humble family-oriented story of ENTENG KABISOTE (VIC SOTTO), a low-profile technician married to the beautiful Fairy Princess of Encantasia, FAYE (GWEN ZAMORA); the battles of the AGIMAT (RAMON "BONG" REVILLA, JR.), the brave village Warrior Hero of Amuleto; and the high tech-yuppie Kingdom of Diwatara ruled by Princess ANGELINA KALINISAN-ORTEZA (JUDY ANN SANTOS), also known in the human world as "AKO," where she leads an environmental advocacy organization.

Watch Si Agimat Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako Official trailer here:


Si Agimat Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako Official Trailer Impression
Si Agimat Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako Film Trailer Review

Ah! Another year of Metro Manila Film Festival, and you know what that means right? ... another Enteng Kabisote title this 2012. If last year's Enteng teams him up with the much beloved Ina Montecillo (Ai-Ai de las Alas) of the "Ang Tanging Ina" comedy film series, this 2012 teams him up again with Agimat (Bong Reviulla, Jr.) of "Ang Agimat, Anting-anting ni Lolo" (2002), whom he also teamed up with 2010's "Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote". The only difference now is the inclusion of "Ako" (Judy Ann Santos) to complete the trio of "Si Agimat Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako" this 2012. So what can we make up with this latest enteng Kabisote crossover MMFF film fest entry for 2012?

It seems to be a tradition now, every Metro Manila Film Festival must include a Shake, Rattle, & Roll or an Enteng Kabisote title and don't get me wrong most Filipino film audience likes these annual installments. I just somehow find the (Enteng Kabisote) franchise uninspired now. A series which could expand the lore of its magical land but still maintaining its humor and charm, but instead creates unnecessary crossovers, out of their own universe set of villains to even immortal villains, and usually preachy film about what is moral and what is not. December 25, is also a holiday and day for the whole family and what we have learned with past Enteng Kabisote films is that it is going to be yet another blockbuster hit thanks to the marketing by both Eat Bulaga, the station it is under which is also a partner of the creation of this title, GMA Films; and Judy ann santos on her home station in ABS-CBN. The idea of an having future Enteng Kabisote MMFF entry with Bong Revilla, Jr. (Agimat), and Ai-Ai de las Alas (Tanging Ina) with Judy Ann Santos Ako again seems not too impossible after the success of this film. If you want the the Enteng Kabisote film series to drag/continue with this possibility, then go check it out when it hits the theaters on December 25, 2012.

How about you guys, what do you think of this thrird Enteng Kabisote crossover film? What do you think of the past Enteng Kabisote titles? Share your thoughts about Si Agimat Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako official trailer in the comments section below:

D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers…Weh!? Trailer Impressions: Jose Manalo, Wally Bayola, and Paolo Ballesteros 2012 Comedy Film

D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers…Weh!? is an upcoming 2012 APT Entertainment and M-Zet TV Production Inc. comedy film directed by Soxie Topacio starring Jose Manalo, Wally Bayola, Paolo Ballesteros, Powang, and Solenn Heausaff with Gina Pareño, Tirso Cruz III, and Michael De Mesa. D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers…Weh!? is slated for a November 28, 2012 nationwide theatrical release. Let's check out this Jose Manalo and Wally Bayola 2012 comedy movie here.

D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers…Weh!?
Plot / Synopsis

D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers…Weh!? is a story of two brothers, Justine (Jose Manalo) and Bruno (Wally Bayola). The two were stick as a brothers but eventually fell apart because of a woman, Kitty (Pokwang). Justine later became a woman hater but eventually puts his guard down and eventually fell for Lulu (Solenn Heusaff). The two renewed their lost bonds to protect their homeland against businessmen who wants to claim it for themselves.

Watch D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers…Weh!? Official trailer here:


D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers…Weh!? Official Trailer Impression
D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers…Weh!? Film Trailer Review

Fans of the terrific Eat Bulaga trio Jose Manalo, Wally Bayola, and Paolo Ballesteros will be in for a big treat this November 28, 2012 with the release of D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers…Weh!?. Jose and Waly's latest film has all the generic content of past comedy films, so is it good or bad?

I personally stumbled over the trailer of D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers…Weh!? on a commercial gap while watching Eat Bulaga's Feeling Pogi Segment. It is quite a shame that there isn't any official trailer released for Youtube, but luckily the film's officially Facebook page has one. It makes me think if the producers want to tackle the more hip and wider audience or don't they have any faith on their latest film project. Anyways, I believe that the film's target is the greater Eat Bulaga or GMA network audience. We have a very unlikely but gorgeous female lead who eventually falls for the not so good looking lead protagonist. Well, we already know what that is like from the trailer. It is probably one of the main humor found on this film reminiscent of Eat Bulaga's Feeling Pogi competition where "not so good looking" contestants appear to have a very bloated ego and a confidence ala Jericho Rosales, and it is funny because of the obvious. We also have a very generic plot with an evil businessman out to get their land, but as to how will the relatively middle class protagonists stand up against powerful businessmen? Well if you have watched any Filipino comedy titles of the 90's and early 2000 you'll have a pretty good idea of what to expect. Hey, that is the kind of comedy that Filipino film studios are known for. The only factor that would play in the success of such comedy films is the market value of the comedian featured in the film. Will the television audience actually take their sweet time and money to watch their favorite comedians?

How about you guys, do you still go to theaters to see a straight-on comedy film? What do you think of the genericn storyline of most Filipino comedy titles? Share your thoughts about the D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers…Weh!? official trailer in the comments section below:

Shake, Rattle and Roll 14 Teaser Trailer Impressions: 2012's SR&R featuring Aliens, Zombies and Mythological Creatures

Shake, Rattle and Roll 14 or Shake, Rattle & Roll XIV, an official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (38th Metro Manila Film Festival) is an upcoming Regal Films horror anthology film directed by Chito Rono starring an ensemble casts including Lovi Poe, Vhong Navarro, Dennis Trillo, Paulo Avelino, Mart Escudero, Janice De Belen, Herbert Bautista, and Arlene Muhlach. Shake, Rattle and Roll 14 is slated for a December 25, 2012 nationwide theatrical release. Let's check out what Regal Film's Shake, Rattle and Roll title has to offer this 2012.

Shake, Rattle and Roll 14
Plot / Synopsis

Regal Entertainment, Inc. will once again feature three tales of horror with Shake, Rattle and Roll 14 this coming 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival. "Unwanted" stars Vhong Navarro and Lovi Poe in a story about an out of this world story of invasion; "The Lost Command" stars Dennis Trillo, Paulo Avelino, Mart Escudero, JC Tiuseco, Makisig Morales, and Rommel Padilla in a story about a military troupe encountering an undead army; and "Pamana" starring Janice de Belen, Herbert Bautista, Arlene Muhlach, Empress Schuck, and Dennis Padilla in a story about a very mysterious inheritance featuring mythological creatures.

Watch Shake, Rattle and Roll 14 teaser trailer here:


Shake, Rattle and Roll 14 Teaser Trailer Impression
Shake, Rattle & Roll XIV Film Teaser Trailer Review

It is another year for Metro Manila Film Festival and you know what that means right? Regal Films will once again feature another set of horror anthology in their already annual Shake, Rattle, and Roll film series. This time Regal seemingly plays it a bit by incorporating a bit of sci-fi with aliens and zombies.

This is still a teaser trailer for the fourteenth entry in the Shake, Rattle and Roll film franchise, Regal may release an even longer cut of it including official synopsis of it. I am just crossing my fingers that they won't spoil all three titles again with their official PR releases. What can we make up with the three horror episodes in SR&R 14? Well we have ridiculously fast moving zombies or undead in "The Lost Command" which I think is just enough if you pit them against a highly trained military personnel. I just wish the Rgal would try including a genuinely scary or creepy zombie episode without the supernatural mystical element to it. A bit more on the sci-fi side which they went with "Unwanted".

"Unwanted" features a fresh for a sci-fi theme for a Filipino horror film. Well of course, the CG still needs some major improving but the Philippine Cinema is getting there. The episode features Vhong Navarro who throws some witty lines that might put the "roll" in Shake, Rattle, and Roll 14. I just wish they can seamlessly marry in practical effects with CG-visual effects together to create one convincing horrific moments in one episode. The biggest complain I had with past SR&R entries is that they seem to be heavily depend on CGI-effects which may save them a few bucks but at the looks horrendously lame in the big screen. Let's just hope that this shake, Rattle, & Roll XIV alien invasion episode would deliver.

Finally we have a Regal Films horror regulars with Janice De Belen, Herbert Bautista and Arlene Muhlach with a cliched plot with "Pamana". The mere sight of a tiyanak (which resembles more of a duwende) and a very traditional Count Dracula type of vampire is more that enough to give you an impression on what to expect on this episode.

Hopefully Regal would expand or pick up on what episodes people would like on the 2012 MMFF entry of the Shake, Rattle, and Roll film franchise. The limited PR information released along with this teaser trailer about the film claims that all three episodes are directed by Chito Roño who is known for directing mostly good horror Filipino films. The question is will it mean that the stories featured here will have a somewhat superb polish that Roño directed films have been known for? I would be looking forward to the alien invasion episode which is probably the main reason why this SR&R title used it as the main subtitle for their 14th installment.

How about you guys, what do you think of the monsters or creatures featured in the teaser trailer of the Regal Film's 38th Metro Manila Film Festival Entry? What are you looking forward to watch? Share your thoughts about Shake, Rattle and Roll 14 teaser trailer in the comments section below:

El Presidente Trailer Impressions: MMFF 2012 Biographical Film About the First President of the Republic of the Philippines, Emilio Aguinaldo

El Presidente, an official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (38th Metro Manila Film Festival) is Scenema Concept International and Viva Films historical bio-epic film written and directed by Mark Meily starring E.R. Ejercito, Cesar Montano, Christopher de Leon, Nora Aunor, and Christine Reyes. El Presidente is slated for a December 25, 2012 nationwide theatrical release. Let's check out the official trailer of this quality MMFF 2012 entry here.

El Presidente
Plot / Synopsis

True Story of General Emilio Aguinaldo and the First Democratic Republic in Asia

El Presidente, the first true-to-life full-length film of General Emilio Famy Aguinaldo (1869-1964), tells the story of the man behind the legend, from the time he led the resistance against two superpowers: the first against Spain, that led to the inauguration of the first democratic republic in Asia; and the second against the United States of America, which changed the destiny of a nation.

The story not only touches on the political in-fighting and intrigues that took place during the revolution, it also explores the inner struggles of Emilio Aguinaldo as husband and father, as well as the agonizing moments of making life-or-death decisions in the interest of security and national unity.

Source: Official FB Page

Watch El Presidente Official trailer here:


El Presidente Official Trailer Impression
El Presidente Film Trailer Review

The Filipino movie going audience will be in for a treat this coming 38th Metro Manila Film Festival (2012 Metro Manila Film Festival) with El Presidente. The upcoming bioepic film that dabbles in the life, struggles, and controversy of the first president of the Republic of the Philippines, Emilio Aguinaldo. El Presidente has a very impressive and star-studded cast who will all bring and flesh out the life of one of Philippine's historical figure. The film is created by the same people who brought us the 2011 MMFF entry Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story and the reason why we have Mr. Estrada (currently 49 years of age) portraying as the youngest and first Filipino president General Emilio Aguinaldo (28 years old).

The contrast of the lead star's age against the historical figure he portrays can probably be set aside if you look at the how beautiful the film looks on the film. It is a no-brainer that this film could very well be on the top list of the candidate for best picture this coming Metro Manila Film Festival. Hopefully the film won't excessively depend of CGI effects like what is seen on the canon ball view as it plunged through unknowing soldiers. I also have some issue with the slow-down and speed-up moments when they are going all out in the war. I hope that this is just some effects on the trailer and that the film doesn't also excessively use such "stylistic" film effects. An issue that the film could raise is the controversy between the relationship between Emilio Aguinaldo and Andres Bonifacio. Well of course the film is highly dramatized to an epic scale, but will it actually be historically accurate? If it does, will it be lenient to the story as told by the Aguinaldo clan? Then it might do an injustice to the Bonifacio clan? Will the film feature what has been kept in the historical books and show the evil of Philippine politics? That is what we can look forward to in this biopic of Emilio Aguinaldo this Metro Manila Film Festival.

How about you guys, what do you think of this historical and epic film adaptation of the live of the Philippine's first president. Can you still remember your history lessons about him? Are you aware of the controversies surrounding General Emilio aguinaldo and Andres Bonifacio? Share your thoughts on El Presidente official trailer in the comments section below:

Rigodon Trailer Impressions: Bringing the Erotic Dramas Back in Mainstream Philippine Cinema this 2013

Rigodon is an upcoming 2012 Viva Films and Reality Entertainment romance thriller film under the direction of Erik Matti, screenplay by Layetta Bucoy and Dwight Gaston, which stars Yam Yam Concepcion (new Viva Sex Goddess), John James Uy and Maxene Eigenmann. Rigodon is slated for an November 21, 2012 nationwide theatrical release. Let's check out the return of sexy (heterosexual) films in mainstream Philippine cinema this 2013 with Viva Films' Rigodon.

Rigodon
Plot / Synopsis

Can we truly know another person, close as we might become? Secret lives, hidden passions, deceit, betrayal and vengeance are revealed in a dizzying dance of a peeping eye.

We follow the life of Sarah, who has been left by her boyfriend after he was threatened by her domineering father. Drifting, in despair, she meets Riki, a former teen star now hosting a home tv shopping show. Casual friendship turns deeper as Sarah feels herself being drawn closer to Riki, who actively pursues her. Until she gives herself one passionate night.

The next morning, we shift our voyeur’s view and follow Riki as he makes his way to his house...and his wife, Regine. Here we get to know the real Riki as he tries to juggle his incredibly complicated life, dealing with loan sharks, his boss, his still-smoldering ambition to regain his stardom, his girl Sarah, his wife Regine, and still another ex-wife, Pearl. Secrets he tries to keep, specially from Regine.

So then we follow Regine, as she struggles with raising their two children while managing her bipolar disorder and growing suspicion, frustration, and rage at her shadowy husband.

Then Regine discovers Pearl and the sick son that is the counterpart to their own girl and finds that her paranoia has become a bitter reality. She confronts Riki. Riki realizes that of all of them, Regine is the one he is terrified of losing, for Regine is the only one he truly loves. He resolves to do better by her, but being the duplicitous person that he is, cannot bring himself to cut clean and instead starts avoiding Sarah.

And when Sarah, puzzled and hurt by Riki’s evasiveness, discovers the truth, this leads to Regine discovering more devastating, soul-crushing truths about her husband. As Riki’s convoluted world unravels around him, these two troubled women’s murderous rage leads to a shattering finale.

Source: Viva Films Rigodon Official Channel

Watch Rigodon Official trailer here:


Rigodon Official Trailer Impression
Rigodon Film Trailer Review

I give up with Viva Films and how they spoil their films through the synopsis released for their films. The plot shared above came from Viva Films official channels (including FB, official Yutube trailer, and their official website) which leaves little to the imagination. Well, on the good side straight (heterosexual) kind of sexy films are back in mainstream Philippine cinema.

In fairness to other locally produced mainstream films, they did try to make drama titles that vaguely resemble ST films by including popular sexy lead on them, but none of them came close to actually titillating the male or "mature" audience as much as sexy (ST) film actress like Joyce Jimenez, any of the Viva Hot Babes, Rosanna Roces, etc. did before. Now Viva Films is reviving the sexy genre and tackling that niche male movie going market by introducing Yam Concepcion, Viva's new Sex Goddess. Rigodon is a film about unfaithfulness and its deadly consequences. The only difference between Viva Films latest sexy movie from the other 2012 Filipino movies about mistresses is that it add a thriller element to the film's plot. Well, a similar mainstream film did something similar this year with Biktima, but it didn't include that many sexy scenes. That is probably one of the main selling point of ST films before, but I don't know if Rigodon would come close to the notoriety of like Warat and Scorpio Nights 2 achieved before. We have to consider that we are still living in a country run by conservatives. Anything that goes below their definition of morality will definitely get a violent reaction from them. So far Rigodon hasn't received any fire from such dogmatic individuals and this could be because the film's trailer isn't that visible in public television channels. This could also mean that the level of risk and sexiness of the film is tolerable to their standards. If Rigodon wants to be the definitive mainstream sexy movie that is going to be the revival of the mainstream sexy film genre (like what Manila Kingpin promised on the action film genre), then it has to offer something more and not just some some smutty scenes. Well, so far it possesses that with its precautionary tale type of plot. It is not your average drama film with a usual comedy-type of an ending where the only thing hurt is the character's egos, families, or emotions. These kinds of films usually ends up with death or incarceration of one of the leads. Well, this is not some prediction as this will come to pass no thanks to that detailed spoiler by Viva Films about Rigodon. But with a somewhat decent storyline and fresh faces that would redefine sexiness in mainstream sexy films, Rigodon could be the film that would return sexy films back on Philippine mainstream cinema.

How about you guys, what do you think about this mainstream Viva Films 2012 title for mature audiences. What do you think about Viva's newly crowned Sex Goddess, Yam Concepcion? Share your thoughts Rigodon's official movie trailer in the comments section below:

24/7 in Love Trailer Impressions: Star Cinema's Star-Studded Romantic Anthology Film

24/7 in Love is an upcoming Star Cinema Romance Comedy film under the direction of John-D Lazatin, Mae Czarina Cruz, Frasco Santos Mortiz, and Dado Lomibao with an ensemble cast of Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson, Piolo Pascual, Zaijian Jaranilla, Xyriel Manabat, Maja Salvador, Diether Ocampo, Zanjoe Marudo, Bea Alonzo, Sam Milby, Pokwang, John Lloyd Cruz, Angelica Panganiban, Daniel Padilla, and Kathryn Bernardo. 24/7 in Love will commemorate the 20th anniversary of Star Magic and is slated for a November 21, 2012 nationwide theatrical release. Let's check out what this latest star-studded Star Cinema film is all about?

24/7 in Love
Plot / Synopsis

24/7 in Love is an ensemble cast romantic comedy film commemorating 20 years of Star Magic featuring an ensemble cast that proves that love knows no boundaries, love knows no limit, and love knows no end.

Watch 24/7 in Love Official trailer here:


24/7 in Love Official Trailer Impression
24/7 in Love Film Trailer Review

What is the best way to celebrate the 20th anniversary of ABS CBN's Star Magic than to make a feature film with their most notable and popular talents with 24/7 in Love. 24/7 drops the usual one story focused structure of a film and went the episodic/anthology type of film. The end of the world or the news about it is what seems to tie all the story together, but we can never know once it actually hits the theaters this November 21.

There are some particularly fresh themes and some cliched ones on this latest Star Cinema romantic comedy anthology film. I think Bea and Zanjoe's story can particularly stand on its own. Star Cinema has started experimenting with unconventional themes like May-December relationships and mistresses and I wouldn't be surprised if they would make a film of a similar theme of a gay guy falling for a female lead in the years to come. This kind of presentation of film reminds me a bit of 2010's Valentines Day movie featuring a star-studded cast with a common theme tying them together. There will always be certain favorites and some forgettable ones in this kinds of films. 24/7 in Love is technically a movie for all romantic film fans or specific celebrities featured in the cast. Some concerns I have with this film would be the length of each individual story and if they connect all of them in the end (if star Cinema decides to take this route). Nonetheless, having this star-studded cast and some particularly interesting episodes, 24/7 has the makjing to be another blockbuster hit.

How about you guys, what do you think about this latest romantic comedy film from Star Cinema? any particular story, you are looking forward to see based on the film's trailer? Share your thoughts about 24/7 in Love official movie trailer in the comments section below:

Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi Trailer Impressions: The Great Pangangaluluwa Challenge!

Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi is a 2012 comedy-drama film written and directed by Dante Nico Garcia starring Angelica Panganiban, Glaiza de Castro, Callum David, Kean Cipriano, Edgar Allan Guzman, Rocco Nacino, Buboy Garovillo, Dominic Roco, Karel Marquez, Tutti Caringal, Eric Tai, Bojong Fernandez, Alchris Galura, Regine Angeles, Boobay, and Jerald Napoles with the special participation of Cherie Gil and Lou Veloso. Heavily marketed as #MadalingArawMahabangGabi, the film opened on November 7, 2012 in the following theaters: SM North Edsa, SM Fairview, MOA, SM Bacoor, SM Megamall, SM Manila, SM Sta. Mesa, SM Marikina, SM SouthMall, SM Cebu, SM Iloilo, Trinoma, Glorietta 4 and MarketMarket. Let's check out what this film with a limited theatrical release has to offer.

Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi
Plot / Synopsis

Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi is about the entangled stories of a group of young people who happen to be in a bar in Puerto Princessa, Palawan, on the eve of All Souls’ Day. As midnight approaches, they become complicit as each of them takes the challenge of the Pangangaluluwa, a seemingly innocent Palawan tradition of honoring the dead by stealing something from the living. A young guitarist battles with crabs; an Indian guy gets caught in a crossfire; a hot cougar meets her match; cosplayers battle for road supremacy; a religious woman finds true faith in a strange kiss; and a bartender prepares a drink that results in the most bitter of brews.

#MadalingArawMahabangGabi holds up a mirror to this dark night and bear witness to the inevitable consequences that mark the choices of the young.

Watch Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi Official trailer here:


Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi Official Trailer Impression
#MadalingArawMahabangGabi Film Trailer Review

Based on the trailer, I can say that Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi is a light-hearted feel-good type of movie. A film that focuses on each of the film's many characters who later finds out more about themselves and what truly matters most in their lives. Besides having an impressive amount of actors/cast, the film (from the trailer) looks beautiful with its scenic shots of Palawan, witty lines and humor, and some special effects reminiscent of the 2010 US film Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. One of my concerns with movies with this big cast is the focus and that other characters tend to be set aside. Let's just hope that it won't be the case on this film... that every character has a resolution at the end.

I can't really say that I am a fan of this kinds of film, but I can say that there are some really interesting concepts and funny moments featured in the film's official trailer. The film reminds me a bit of the Hangover, but with less disturbing elements (probably). I believe that this is going to be a decent film and the public's reception could dictate as to this film will get an official nationwide release or not. Will it be another movie that will passed by everyone's radar? Well it almost passed mine and if not for my brother watching it on Youtube, it would definitely be the case. This is one of the drawbacks of an film with little to no back up from major Filipino film outfits, television studios, or financial back up. Luckily, the internet got these independent films and special films with limited releases covered.

How about you guys, what can you say about #MadalingArawMahabangGabi? Will you check it out on the selected theaters that it will be released? Why or why not? Share your thoughts about Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi official movie trailer in the comments section below: