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June 24, 2016

Imagine You and Me Trailer Impressions: Maine Mendoza and Alden Richards of AlDub - MaiDen First Major Romantic Feature Film

Imagine You and Me is a 2016 romantic film from GMA Films, APT Entertainment, and M-Zet Productions under the direction of Michael Tuviera starring Maine Mendoza and Alden Richards slated for a July 13, 2016 theatrical release. Let's check out what the first AlDub or MaiDen in their first feature romantic film has to offer.

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Imagine You and Me
Plot / Synopsis

Imagine You and Me follows Gara (Maine Mendoza) and Andrew (Alden Richards) as they cross paths in Italy.

Source: Wikipedia


Watch Imagine You and Me official trailer here:

IMAGINE YOU AND ME (2016) Teaser Trailer #1

Here's the first teaser trailer for IMAGINE YOU AND ME starring Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza.

Opens July 13, 2016 in PH cinemas.

#ALDub Eat Bulaga AlDub ALDUB Philippines√ Alden Richards Maine Mendoza

Posted by CinemaBravo.com on Thursday, June 16, 2016

Imagine You and Me Teaser Trailer Impression
Imagine You and Me Film Trailer Review

Imagine You and Me 2016 AlDub Maiden romantic movie starring Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza first solo film

What can be said about Imagine You and Me teaser movie trailer? Well, besides mistaking that the film uses The Turtles "Happy Together" as its theme song (which it doesn't, by the way), it looks very simplistic. A romantic film that cashes in on the "popularity" of Alden and Maine of AlDub. It is the first major film featuring the AlDub (some fans call it MaiDen) love team who got their first wind out of sheer luck in the Philippines' longest running variety show Eat Bulaga for almost a year now. This is the second film that featured Eat Bulaga's Maine Mendoza and Alden Richards in a film; the first one being My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore. So besides the standard "kilig" that one might get from romantic film trailers, what else do we get from this teaser trailer?

Imagine You and Me 2016 Filipino romantic film starring Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza of Eat Bulaga's popular love team AlDub

That is the first question to come in to mind. Why only release a teaser trailer, when they can already release the full trailer? It's more than a month before the romantic film's eventual theatrical release and all they have are breadcrumbs which only gives us a most basic of premise, of two Filipino yuppies finding love and probably a first one at that (at least) for one of the "Maine" character; a love story which happens to be set in Italy. Besides everything else, we have nothing. This doesn't bode as the lack of proper marketing and hype is only exclusive to some teaser trailers and clips shown during Eat Bulaga and feature in the network news' showbiz segment. The movie doesn't seem to offer anything new to (or to revolutionize) the genre. It simply is a romantic film set (and mostly shot abroad) with tons of "pick up lines" used by a a charismatic male leading man to a "No Boyfriend Since Birth" (NBSB) female lead; a film which seems to only cater to the AlDub fans. Well, at least that is what we can observe from the teaser trailer least than a month away from its actual release. This is something observe in some Star Cinema films as well, but ABS-CBN seems to be more hands on with how they promote their films — to an ad nauseam level.

Imagine You and Me 2016 GMA Films, APT Entertainment, and M-Zet Productions romantic movie directed by Michael Tuviera starring Maine Mendoza and Alden Richards showing on July 13, 2016

Check out this additional bonus clip from the Imagine You and Me's Official Facebook Page

Ano sa Italian ang nakakakilig? ❤️ #ImagineYouandMe2016

Posted by Imagine You & Me on Thursday, June 23, 2016

How about you guys? What do you think about the first romantic film featuring the AlDub love team? Have you followed this made-for-television love team from Eat Bulaga? If you are a fan, does this feature film or the teaser trailer release so far good for you? Share your thoughts and opinion about the Imagine You and Me in the comments section below and let's discuss about it.
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November 21, 2015

My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore Official Trailer Impressions: 2015 MMFF Romantic Film Debut of the AlDub Love Team

My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore is a 2015 romantic comedy film from OctoArts Films, M-Zet Productions, APT Entertainment, GMA Films, and MEDA Productions and is an official entry to the 41st Metro Manila Film Festival this 2015 under the direction of Jose Javier Reyes which stars Ai-Ai de las Alas, Vic Sotto, Alden Richards, Maine Mendoza slated for a December 25, 2015 theatrical release. Let's check out what this romantic comedy debut film for AlDub or MaineDen has to offer.

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My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore
Plot / Synopsis

My Bebe Love KiligPaMore 2015 Metro Manila Film Festival entry 41st MFF romcom featuring AlDub love team MaineDen love team with Ai-Ai de las Alas and Vic Sotto

Dondi (Alden Richards) is a nerd and an obedient nephew to his aunt (Ai-Ai de las Alas) who makes most of the decisions for him. Meanwhile, Anna (Maine Mendoza) is a stubborn and rebellious girl who seeks the attention of her father (Vic Sotto). Dondi and Anna cross path and eventually fall in love with each other. How can this romantic couple have a happy ending when both their guardians are against with them being together.

Watch My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore Official trailer here:

Eto na ang pinaka hihintay ng Aldub Nation, Full Trailer ng My Bebe Love manonood ka ba?Credit: Octo Arts, APT Entertainment

Posted by Tambayan ni Berto on Friday, November 20, 2015




Official My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore Trailer Impression
My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore Film Trailer Review

My Bebe Love KiligPaMore 2015 aldub romantic comedy debut film featuring kilig momemnts of Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza aka Yaya Dub

What can be said about the My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore official movie trailer? Well it is the debut film of the very popular AlDub (or MaineDen) love team from the Kalyeserye segment of the Philippine's longest running noontime variety show Eat Bulaga. That is basically the biggest catch and hype for this 2015 MMFF romantic comedy film; that this is the first movie where fans will see Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza outside of their usual Kalyeserye (Eat Bulaga) character as Alden and Yaya Dub. The My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore teaser trailer was first released on the Tamang Panahon concert which filled Philippines biggest indoor arena, The Philippine Arena and broke previous trending records in Twitter. Given such facts, one can safely say that My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore will be an instant blockbuster this 41st Metro Manila Film Festival.

My Bebe Love KiligPaMore 41st MMFF entry 2015 Aldub or MaineDem rom-com debut movie with Vic Sotto  and Ai-Ai de las Alas love team

Now that we have gotten some basic facts out of the way, we now come down to the juicier part, the story. Just humor me. Have you ever encountered a local romantic film that featured two couple so in love with each other but the only problem is their families which is completely against it? Yup, I guess so. Well, there are variation to this cliched theme which could either lead to a good or bad (tragic) ending. Obviously, My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore is going for the latter with a dead giveaway that Vic Sotto (Maine's father in the film) eventually falling for Ai-Ai de las Alas (Alden's aunt in the film) which will eventually give their approval in the end. One can argue that it is not the destination, but more of the journey itself is what is worth experiencing and this is why this movie will be successful. Eat Bulaga's marketing influence and pair it up with the "kilig" factor brought by the on-screen team-up is what fans will be looking forward to see in this seemingly formulaic film once it hits December 25, 2015. The "look" of the film through this official trailer feels so underwhelming as it is of low-quality or maybe there will be a bump up to the overall picture quality and cinematography once it is on theaters, but for now this looks and shouts low quality and budget. I can compare or equate this film to another 2015 MMFF entry, Haunted Mansion. Haunted Mansion, which by the way has better cinematography from its trailer alone, will also debut another love team (MarNella), but instead of using the romcom genre like My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore, Haunted Mansion will be using horror. Both have cliched themes with a fresh coat of paint.

My Bebe Love KiligPaMore 2015 MMFF romantic comedy AlDub MaineDen Love Team Debut Film Title Card directed by Jose Javier Reyes which stars Ai-Ai de las Alas, Vic Sotto, Alden Richards, Maine Mendoza showing on December 25, 20

How about you guys? Are you looking forward to the first film of the AlDub love team? For a non-fan of Eat Bulaga or the Kalyeserye are you curious to see this given that you are a fan of romantic and romantic comedy film? What do you think of the AlDub love team in general now that it has reach this point from its initial August 2015 initial introduction to Eat Bulaga? Share your thoughts and opinion about the My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore official movie trailer in the comments section below:
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November 27, 2012

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.

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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?

Si Agimat Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako 2012 MMFF entry about Enteng Kabisote (Vic Sotto) teaming up again with Agimat (Bong Revilla Jr) with a new fairy heroine named Ako (Judy Ann Santos) against a giant octopus-like alien

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.

Si Agimat Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival family fantasy comedy film directed by Tony Reyes starring Vic Sotto, Bong Revilla, Jr and Judy Ann Santos 2012 MMFF

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:
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November 21, 2012

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 PareƱo, 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.

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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?

D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers Weh 2012 comedy film about two brother jose manalo as justine and wally bayola as bruno solenn heusaff kisses jose manalo

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?

D Kilabots Pogi Brothers Weh 2012 APT Entertainment and M-Zet TV Production Inc comedy film directed by Soxie Topacio starring Jose Manalo, Wally Bayola, Paolo Ballesteros, Powang, Solenn Heausaff

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:
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September 12, 2012

Bwakaw Trailer Impressions: A Story of Self-Discovery, Life, and Friendship

Bwakaw is a 2012 comedy drama film written and directed by Jun Lana starring Eddie Garcia, Beverly Salviejo, Soxy Topacio, Rez Cortez, featuring Princess as "Bwakaw". Bwakaw is produced by Cinemalaya, APT Entertainment, and Octobertrain Films which first premiered on CINEMALAYA: Philippine Independent Film Festival last 21 July 2012. The film is locally and commercially distributed by Star Cinema and has a nationwide (Philippine) theatrical release of 5 September 2012. Bwakaw will also premiere in the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival and the 2012 New York Film Festival. Let's check out what Bwakaw has in store for the Filipinos and the rest of the world.

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Bwakaw
Plot / Synopsis

Shot in a style and rhythm which recalls neo-realist classics like Umberto D, Bwakaw is, in part, about those people who have been left alone on the margins of society — but it's also about self-discovery. A chance and ugly encounter with a cab driver blossoms into a friendship, and eventually desire. The experience changes Rene, putting him in touch with feelings he's hidden for far too long, and softening his interactions with people. But, as Rene, discovers, the path he's about to take comes with its own risks.

Source: NYFF 2012 Bwakaw Official Trailer


Watch Bwakaw Official trailer here:


Bwakaw Official Trailer Impression
Bwakaw Film Trailer Review

Bwakaw is currently out in Philippine theaters as I made this trailer impressions. I saw Bwakaw last week when I ran some errands at a the local mall here in the Philippines, sadly, I was not able to see it right then. I am fully aware of its theme, story, and quality content after seeing its trailer a couple of days ago and hearing rave reviews about this Cinemalaya independent film. So after re-watching the trailer again what should I do now?

Bwakaw 2012 Filipino independent drama comedy film commercially released about an old man at the end of his life discovering he is gay and befriending a dog

Multi-awarded celebrated actor and director Mr. Eddie Garcia is perfect for the role Rene, a man who finally discovers his true self (preference), but is there still time to celebrate when he lived an isolated life alienating the people around him, not to mention he nears the dawn of his life. Besides the struggle of Rene, Bwakaw also features Rene's new found friendship a stray dog which he slowly grew fund of and become his bestfriend. But when you have little time left to live because of old age, how will you go out with your life with a new identity and a new friend to potentially leave behind? Sorry for doing the summary thing, I just can't help it, the movie is that good that it made me talk about it even further. I really believe and I think a lot can agree that Bwakaw is one of the quality films that most critics have been dreaming to have on the big screen. A break of sort! A break from the over-saturation of repetitive romantic comedy flicks and uninspired horror titles. I would like to thank Star Cinema for distributing Bwakaw locally making it possible for us who haven't seen the film in its original run in Cinemalaya to actually see Bwakaw in its full glory. I am really starting to like what Star Cinema have been doing this past few weeks as this is what the the Filipino people need, an intelligent and quality film that has something to tell, has sense, and has value. The support of the most prolific Philippine film production company is what the sagging Filipino film industry need to usher in again the golden age of Filipino films. I hope that Star Cinema will continue to focus more on making new and promising films which may balance their over-saturation of the Philippine theaters with romantic films. Either that or they can also start redistributing quality independent films. Not just Star Cinema, but all major Filipino film studios can join this noble cause.. that includes you Viva, Regal, GMA, and Studio 5. I hope they would do so in the years to come especially if a film seems to be as good as Bwakaw or Sinapupunan (Thy Womb). I am curious at how the film would unfold. I've read some responses from Youtube about the potential tragic ending that this film may have, well it is probably a no-brainer, but the question is will it be showcased on the film's last moments? No one can really know what kind of end Bwakaw would have. Is death always a tragedy? My biggest regeret last week was not seeing the film when had the chance to. I just hope it is not too late for me to catch this on Philippine theaters. I did that same mistake with I Do Bidoo Bidoo, sadly the film was taken off he theaters that quickly which is really a big puzzle for us who think that it should have a lengthier theatrical run. Bwakaw gets a high recommendation from the Pinoy Movie blogger because of its impressive trailer, its humor, and the drama of a man's struggle and a friendship at the brink of immediate ending. Watch out for the Bwakaw review anytime this week as I wouldn't definitely miss it for anything for the world.

Bwakaw 2012 comedy drama Filipino film title written and directed by Jun Lana starring Eddie Garcia, Beverly Salviejo, Soxy Topacio, Rez Cortez, featuring Princess as Bwakaw

How about you guys? What do you think about the story featured in Bwakaw's trailer? Share your thoughts about Bwakaw official trailer here:
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August 10, 2012

Just One Summer Trailer Impressions: A Young Love Story and Romantic Treat for JuliElmo Fans

Just One Summer is an upcoming romantic film under the direction of Mac C. Alejandre featuring GMA Network's current popular teen love team Julie Anne San Jose and Elmo Magalona. Joining the cast are Alice Dixson, Joel Torre, Cherry Pie Picache, Buboy Garovillo, and Gloria Romero. Just One Summer is slated for an August 15, 2012 nationwide theatrical release. Let's check these another teenybopper young love story that JuliElmo fans would surely love.

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Just One Summer
Plot / Synopsis

Beto, a rich and rebellious boy is forced to spend one summer with his estranged father who he has considered dead for abandoning them while waiting for the annulment of his parent's marriage.

During his stay with his father during the summer, he meets a poor girl who also is his childhood friend. The girl is a scholar and carries the burden and responsibility of getting her family off poverty. However, she is keeping a secret with regards to the true state of her scholarship. The two meet and comfort each other amidst their problems and they slowly fall for each other.

Watch Just One Summer Official trailer here:


Just One Summer Official Trailer Impression
Just One Summer Film Trailer Review

Oh boy! where do I begin with this trailer impressions. Just One Summer is a teenybopper young love story obviously aimed for the fans of Julie Anne San Jose and Elmo Magalona. If there is one thing that major television networks is good for is that they "listen" to the fans, and thus we have "Just One Summer".

Just One Summer 2012 gma films romantic movie starring Elmo Magalona, Julie Anne San Jose, Alice Dixson, Joel Torre, Cherry Pie Picache, Buboy Garuvillo, Gloria Romero

Just One Summer reminds us that cliche love story still works as long as you market it to a different group of audience. A variation of a long lost childhood friends meeting again after so many years where they eventually fall in love but without complication. It has the same rich-boy-poor-girl set up which we have seen in countless of romantic films both here and abroad. Well at least it looks like the family is not against this budding relationship, right? The primary focus of the film besides the love story which JuliElmo fans will go gaga over with, is the struggle of a boy on his broken family and dealing with his estranged father who he blames for everything. A film definitely for the JuliElmo fans and those who are young at heart who finds this couple cute. The story - pretty generic, the acting - very underwhelming especially from the film's lead actor, Elmo Magalona, and a trailer which the own station thinks should not be taken seriously. Yes, look at the quality of the official trailer they posted online. For a film obviously catered for a much younger audience, they could have at least put an ever higher resolution trailer online which is more for the fans than us, online Pinoy movie reviewers. I have this idea that when a film is not properly marketed both in the traditional and new media field, it must only mean that the film studio behind it doesn't have faith on its own product... OR hey are not just open into a more harsh criticism provide online that's why they avoid marketing online like a plague. So Just One Summer falls in this category. It is a bit nitpicking for a reviewer but why can't GMA Films provide a better quality (higher resolution) trailer for its younger audience online who obviously are more online than off and is willing to kill any bashers who would dare to even speak ill of a movie starring their idols.

Just One Summer 2012 romantic film title featuring Julie Anne San Jose and Elmo Magalona directed by Mac Alejandre

How about you guys, what do you think about this romantic film featuring Julie Anne San Jose and Elmo Magalona. Are you a fan and what do you think about this trailer? Share your thoughts about Just One Summer official trailer impressions in the comments section below:
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January 4, 2011

Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote (2010) Movie Review

Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote, features two box office kings (Vic Sotto and Ramon “Bong” Revilla, Jr.) is one of the biggest Metro Manila Film Festival movie tie-up for the year which transcended to a box office success. Does "Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote" blockbuster success means that it is a similarly good film? That and many more is what you can find out in the Pinoy Movie Blogger Review on Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote.

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Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote Synopsis
Film Premise

After chasing a monster from his realm, Agimat (Bong Revilla) ends up in Engkantasya where he encounters Enteng Kabisote. They later teamed up to chase the same monster which escaped to the human world (Enteng Kabisote's world) to avoid the chaos that the monster might cause to the humans. Enteng Kabisote series' main villain Satanna has once again resurfaced to revive another diabolic villain from the world of Agimat. The two villains then abducted the loved ones of Agimat and Enteng to make them fight each other.

Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote Movie Review
Pinoy Movie Blogger Reviews

Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote is generally an Enteng Kabisote film with a special participation of Agimat, or more likely Bong Revilla in a Vic Sotto film. Okay Ka, Fairy Ko (both the television and film series) and Enteng Kabisote (film franchise) have created and established a colorful and magical world of fairies, magic, family life and epic adventures which is a perfect set up to put similar character like Agimat. I have seen past Imus Production Films which usually features Bong Revilla as its main protagonist. It can easily be noticed that most of the Imus Productions entries wanted to attract most of the Filipino movie going audience but usually fails unlike its fellow MMFF competitor, the Enteng Kabisote film series. Thanks to longer airtime in Eat Bulaga, the film is properly marketed which would later reflect in ticket sales. So it is only natural that the team up of the two past Metro Manila Film Festival box office kings would yield favorable results. Besides this analysis what else can "Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote" has to offer?

In pursuit of a monster, Agimat crossed dimensions which transported him to Engkantasya where Enteng also ended up to search for his wife. The rest unfolded itself in a mediocre fashion but tries to project an epic adventure feel to the entire film. Not to be mistaken for an Enteng Kabisote movie all throughout, some scenes deviate from the comedic nature of the Enteng Kabisote universe which was achieved by focusing more on Agimat’s more dramatic and action-pack heavier nature. This uneven separation and focus of the two separate characters sometimes feel forced which might hurt the overall feel to the film.

The humor is a mixture of slapstick and situational comedy. Some of its humor also makes reference to segments and personalities of Eat Bulaga (the longest running noontime show in the Philippines) which may not usually appeal to some selected movie goers. There are also scenes having sexual innuendos; blood, gore and violence which goes against the target audience it generally wants to cater, the entire family.

The CGI and special effects range from okay to horrendous which one can easily notice on film trailer alone. That particular scene is Agimat dodging a CGI double edged axe thrown at him. Some visual effects set pieces looks okay but other pieces really look artificial and out of place. The graphics is not the main focus of the film and luckily it didn't for it would ruin the entire film. With big production studios backing up the biggest Metro Manila Film Festival team up pf the year, one would have thought that the film would have at least tried to invest more on a better and more realistic visual effects, but sadly "Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote" didn't which is such a waste of opportunity. Another headache inducing effects is the constant slowdown and speed ups effects on all action sequences which gets tiring and irritating early in the movie and drags it along until the end.

I have seen all of the Enteng Kabisote film series, thus I should gave it a more favorable review (for a possibility of being labeled as an avid fan or sort), but as they say with age comes wisdom and Enteng Kabisote could no longer hide its mediocre nature. Even if it adds up another character or an entire film franchise under its title, there will come a time that it gets really tiring and that time is now. An Enteng Kabisote film is no longer enough to satisfy more critical Filipino film fans looking for quality and content. Enteng Kabisote is a film franchise that has been milked so many times that there is nothing new that it can offer. Rather than exploring the rich magical world of Engkantasya which has repetitively teased the moviegoers on glimpse of its entirety on past Okay Ka Fairy Ko and Enteng Kabisote series, the film simply focuses more on just the same repetitive villains and set pieces. But if you are looking for a more relax film with general appeal and familiarity with the characters (actors) and a film that doesn't take itself too seriously, then Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote will do just fine but PMB barely recommends it.

PMB Recommendations for Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote
The Verdict

Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote is your average Vic Sotto film with Bong Revilla as an added character. I really want to give this a favorable review but the film just won't allow me. The film is not really that bad and you might get a laugh or two from a trusted and proven formulaic humor, a sometimes forced moral values but this can’t hide a weak plot, poor character development, a frustrating CGI and visual effects, and various plot holes.

If you prefer quality over just big names and collaborations, then you are better off looking for other MMFF entries and believe me when I say there are far superior MMFF entries than this. Though it generally appeals to the Filipino movie going audience by mixing recognized box office MMFF names, Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote falls short and fails to deliver a more engaging storyline, character development and an epic adventure. It maybe a box office success in terms of ticket sales but don't expect something phenomenal on this film. Rather than milking a Filipino pop culture television and movie series (the Okay Ka Fairy Ko and the Enteng Kabisote film series), the production should take this challenge to create a more engaging story, better visual and special effects, in-depth character developmen without loosing the appeal it has established.

This is why The Pinoy Movie Blogger gives "Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote" a similarly frustrated rating of one and a half out of a perfect five "Agimat" medallion. A first low rating in Pinoy Movie Blogger Reviews.

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