Oro

Oro, another independent movie based on a true story of the murder case of four miners in Gata, Caramoan, Camarines Sur by Sagip Kalikasan Task force last 2014. The movie was starred by Irma Adlawan (awarded as Best Actress) , Mercedes Cabral and Joem Bascon. One of the entries in MMFF 2016 released last December 25, 2016. Directed by Alvin Yapan and produced by Feliz Film Productions.

The story begin in a simple life of gold miners making a living. Elmer, played by Joem Bascon, a former rebel finding way to change his way of life, joins and works hard to earn more, so that he can marry her girlfriend Letty (Sue Prado). And then an armed group claiming to be an environment task force sent by the government arrived in their peaceful village and making all miners to stop their work because it destroys nature. The captain of the village played by Irma Adlawan claims that her people are not doing something wrong, they're just simply making a living. The armed task force are immovable, they threatened the villagers and ended up killing 4 miners. They villagers were alarmed and afraid, not knowing what to do and how they can fight against the armed group to attain justice of their fellow miners.

The movie showed the injustice occurred to the miners in Gata, Camarines Sur. That some groups abuses the power and privilege given to them by the government in order to destroy other people's life. Whatever their motives is, it portrays how a human being can be violent in order to gain more for themselves. It makes an impact in our society because it is happening and the voices of the victims cannot be heard. It's a good thing this movie was made to opened the eyes of the viewers. A tragic lesson for all Filipinos out there.

Heneral Luna

Those who find love stories a big no in the big screen and those who are so used to cheesy and immature romantic scenes shown in TV series can consider this politically inspired and historically based action-drama film as something to watch out for. Following the current decade’s previously released national hero-based movies like “El Presidente” and “Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo”, “Heneral Luna” is obviously about the life story of Heneral Antonio Luna (Gen. Antonio Luna) and his struggles to fight for his beloved motherland against the Americans who were considered as the new invaders in his time.

John Arcilla will be portraying the character of Gen. Antonio Luna, a passionate commander of the revolutionary army during the not-so-told-about Philippine-American War. He is anticipated to showcase Luna’s legendary pride-driven and hot-blooded personality throughout the movie. His tragic death through the hands of some of his countrymen, who are loyal to their superiors who willingly embraced the Americans, is expected to be the climax or at least one of the highlights of the film.

Philippines’ first declared President, Emilio Aguinaldo, is one of the important characters in Luna’s biography. His character will be played by Mon Confiado and will be involved much in the conflict in the story’s plot. Joining also the cast of “Heneral Luna” are Leo Martinez, Mylene Dizon, Joem Bascon, Epy Quizon, Archie Alemania, Ketchup Eusebio, Arron Villaflor, Bing Pimentel, Alex Medina, Nonie Buencamino, Art Acuña, Alvin Anson, and Lorenz Martinez. Plus, notable drama actor Paolo Avelino will be having a special appearance in the movie as well.

The movie was directed by Jerrold Tarog and it will be shown on September 9, 2015 in cinemas nationwide. It is co-presented by the Filipino American National Historical Society – Metro NY and the Interference Archive. It is also scheduled to be released in other parts of the world and will be joining several international film festivals.

Ang Bagong Dugo

Here’s some new addition on your list of action movies, the action-packed crime drama movie, “Ang Bagong Dugo.” Playing the lead role is Joem Bascon. On the presscon of the film, Joem quoted that he is pressured on the movie because it is his first solo movie lead role which is also his first all-action film. Joem worked and trained hard for the preparation of the action scenes and stunts of the film. The movie is under the 3J's Film Productions on the direction of the veteran action and stunt director, Val Iglesias, who is also a veteran actor who mostly portrays the protagonist role. Joining Joem Bascon are Mark Gil, Monsour del Rosario, Alma Concepcion, Roi Vinzon, Efren Reyes Jr., Alvin Anson, Dick Israel , Ian Ignacio, Levi Ignacio, Alexis Navarro, Annaliza “Milagin” Baldonado, Eli Almares, and Boy Roque.

The movie tells the story of a young man named Anong ( Joem Bascon ) who witnessed the assassination of his father as a child. As he grows old he is still haunted by the memories of the death of his father that made him embrace the fear and he is blinded by hatred that made him feel nothing, numb, and emotionless. He yearns to seek revenge on the unjustly murder case that he saw. He is so full of hatred and wants to kill whoever assassinated his father. In his search for the killer, many bloods are shed, many fights are fought, and many people are killed for the sake of justice and in order for the truth to be revealed. You will witness what the main character is going through and how will he handle it. Unlike some other action movies which are straightforward, expect some twist and turn of events in this action-packed crime drama movie. “Ang Bagong Dugo” is rated PG and will hit theaters nationwide on June 18, 2014.

24/7 in Love

People have been talking about this upcoming movie 24/7 in Love under Star Cinema production. 24/7 in Love is a Filipino Romantic comedy movie brought to us by the in-demand names of media directors namely John D. Lazatin, Mae Czarina Cruz, Frasco Santos Mortiz and Dado Lumibao. It is a compilation of 7 romantic comedy stories involving several characters in assorted crazy behaviors towards love. This is a tribute as Star Magic celebrates their 20th year anniversary giving out bests of best of their works in entertaining the public.

ABS CBN’s Teen Sweetheart (Kathryn Bernardo) who played the role of Jane, a die-hard fan of Billy Fernadez (Daniel Padilla) who’s a celebrity, wanting to witness Billy’s (Daniel Padilla) concert; a hopeless romantic secretary, Barbara who is portrayed by (Maja Salvador) was so in love with her fit and mouth-watering boss Ken (Diether Ocampo) and will desperately do anything just to be recognized by him. Another story is about a 40-year old virgin, Virgie (Pokwang) who meets Charles (Sam Milby), a man who looks for support of someone in return for his attention. Verna, (Angelica Panganiban)a girl who falls in love with Elvis (John Lloyd Cruz), who’s a waiter in Vietnam; Belle (Bea Alonzo) who fell in love with her gay best-friend, Butch (Zanjoe Marudo); (Piolo Pascual)as Mike, a 35 year old mentally-challenged man who is trying to win Xyriel Manabat’s heart with the help of his friend Zaijian Jaranilla. And the story of Patty (Kim Chiu), an active account-executive, who prospects her first love, Alvin (Gerald Anderson) to become a model for her company.

Other movie casts includes Coco Martin, Helga Krapf, Jason Francisco, Jayson Gainza, Joem Bascon, John Lapus, Joseph Marco, Maricar Reyes, Matt Evans and Niña Dolino. Watch the funniest compilation stories of love ‘24/7 in Love’ on Cinemas and theaters nationwide on the 21st of November 2012! 24/7 in Love movie will make you laugh to the fullest and will make you feel so in love 24/7. Watch this much awaited comedy romantic movie before the year closes!