Monday, May 25, 2009

Cannes International Film Festival 2009 Winners

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Congratulations to our very own Brillante Mendoza for bagging the Best Director award at the 62nd Cannes International Film Festival.

Complete list of winners:

Palme d’Or (Golden Palm): “The White Ribbon,” by Michael Haneke (Austria)

Grand Prix (runner up): “A Prophet,” by Jacques Audiard (France)

Jury Prize: “Fish Tank,” by Andrea Arnold (Britain) and “Thirst,” By Park Chan-wook (South Korea)

Special Career Prize: Alain Resnais, director of “Wild Grass”

Best Director: Brillante Mendoza, “Kinatay” (The Philippines)

Best Actor: Christoph Waltz, “Inglourious Basterds” (United States)

Best Actress: Charlotte Gainsbourg, “Antichrist” (Denmark)

Best Screenplay: Feng Mei, “Spring Fever” (China)

Camera d’Or (for debut film): “Samson and Delilah,” by Warwick Thornton (Australia)

Best short film: “Arena,” by Joao Salaviza (Portugal)

Sunday, May 24, 2009

"Bandslam" Poster and Trailer

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The upcoming romantic-comedy film "Bandslam" stars HSM female lead Vanessa Hudgens, Gaelan Connell, Alyson Michalka, Scott Porter and former FRIENDS star Lisa Kudrow.

The film centers on the life of very different teenagers, but all with the same love for music.

Written and directed by Todd Graff, who is best known for his 2003 independent film, "Camp," "Bandslam" hits theaters August 14, 2009.

Watch the trailer below.

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The Jonas Brothers - "Paranoid"

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"Paranoid" is the first single off of The Jonas Brothers' fourth studio album called "Lines, Vines and Trying Times." The song was released on iTunes May 12, 2009. The video, on the other hand, premiered May 23, 2009. It was directed by the Malloys, who also directed the Jonas Brothers' "Burnin' Up" music video.

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Friday, May 22, 2009

Thursday, May 21, 2009

Kris Allen Wins "Idol"

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Kris Allen won over Adam Lambert in the just concluded season of American Idol.

The top 3 contestant, Danny Gokey, and Lambert had consistently been the highest vote-getters since the first week. Allen, on the other hand, had been an underdog and mostly got votes for his good looks. He proved, though, in the last few weeks that he has his niche in the music industry and he can touch the hearts of people with his singing. He was able to land in the final two when Gokey fans wasn't able give enough votes for their idol. For the past week, the question of whom Gokey fans will give their votes to had been the question. Would they vote for the rocker rumored as gay? Or will they vote for the guy-next-door?

It's quite obvious that Gokey's fans loved his clean-cut image and they rather voted for someone with as clean-cut an image as their idol. I'm not saying that my bet, Adam Lambert, isn't clean. But the ongoing rumors about his sexuality (which he neither confirmed nor deny) surely hindered his chances of winning.

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

"New Moon" Poster

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The official poster of "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" has been leaked. It features Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner, and Kristen Stewart. The movie also stars Dakota Fanning and will be in theaters November 20, 2009.
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Tuesday, May 19, 2009

"Sherlock Holmes" Trailer

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Robert Downey Jr. plays the detective Sherlock in Guy Ritchie's upcoming "Sherlock Holmes." Jude Law plays the part of Sherlock's sidekick, Dr. Watson.

There had been reports that Ritchie's Sherlock Holmes is gay, but the movie's trailer doesn't have any indication of that. Well aside from the scene where Sherlock and Watson are arguing about playing violin at 3 in the morning.

Watch it in the trailer below.

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Saturday, May 9, 2009

Girl on Bra Surprises Adam Lambert

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A girl clad in only a bra and skirt rushed to the stage just after American Idol 8 contestant Adam Lambert finished singing his now popular version of "Mad World."

The guards obviously didn't expect the incident happening, the reason why the girl was able to go onstage and almost touched the contestant during his hometown visit.

It had been a custom for American Idol Top 3 to go back to their hometown to perform and campaign for votes.

Lambert, who is EW's Most Exciting 'American Idol' Contestant in Years, was surprised as well he was only able to laugh and say "woohoo" while watching the girl running towards him.

Watch the video after the jump.


Sexiest Vegans

By    May 09, 2009 // No comments

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) Asia-Pacific is holding a poll as to who is the sexiest vegetarian alive. There are separate categories for the sexiest male and female vegans.

Local celebs Chin-Chin Gutierrez, Cory Quirino, Yasmien Kurdi, Lougee Basabas, Maricel Laxa, Meryll Soriano, and Geneva Cruz are included in the female category joining Hollywood stars like Natalie Portman, Pamela Anderson, Rachael Leigh Cook, and a lot more.

Meanwhile, Carlos Agassi seems to be the only local celeb included in the male category.

To cast your vote, click here.

Photo Source: skyscrapercity.com

The American Idol 8 Live!

By    May 09, 2009 // No comments

American Idol 8 Concert Tour dates schedule had been announced. Two more weeks to go before the finale but the Top 10 seem to be all ready for the concert tour.

The concert will kick off in Portland, Oregon and will go around to about 50 cities across America, bringing to you live the Top 10: Adam Lambert, Kris Allen, Anoop Desai, Michael Sarver, Lil Rounds, Scott MacIntyre, Matt Giraud, Danny Gokey, and Allison Iraheta, Megan Joy.

For ticket info, visit americanidol.com or the local venue sited after the jump.

Date - Location (Venue)

July 5th - Portland, OR (Rose Garden)
July 7th - Tacoma, WA (Tacoma Dome)
July 8th - Vancouver, BC (General Motors Place)
July 10th - Sacramento, CA (ARCO Arena)
July 11th - Oakland, CA (Oracle Arena)
July 12th - San Jose, CA (HP Pavilion)
July 14th - West Valley City, UT (E Center)
July 16th - Los Angeles, CA (Staples Center)
July 17th - Ontario, CA (Citizens Bank Arena)
July 18th - San Diego, CA (Sports Arena)
July 20th - Glendale, AZ (Jobing.com Arena)
July 23rd - Dallas, TX (American Airlines Center)
July 24th - Tulsa, OK (BOK Center)
July 25th - N. Little Rock, AR (Alltel Arena)
July 26th - Memphis, TN (FedEx Forum)
July 28th - Tampa, FL (St. Pete Times Forum)
July 29th - Sunrise, FL (BankAtlantic Center)
July 31st - Duluth, GA (Arena at Gwinnett Center)
August 1st - Charlotte, NC (Time Warner Cable Arena)
August 2nd - Greensboro, NC (Greensboro Coliseum)
August 4th - Washington DC (Verizon Center)
August 5th - Baltimore, MD (1st Mariner Arena)
August 7th - Atlantic City, NJ (Boardwalk Hall)
August 8th - Newark, NJ (Prudential Center)
August 11th - Long Island, NY (Nassau Coliseum)
August 14th - Hamilton, ON (Copps Coliseum)
August 15th - Rochester, NY (Blue Cross Arena)
August 16th - Hartford, CT (XL Center)
August 18th - Boston, MA (TD Banknorth Garden)
August 19th - Albany, NY (Times Union Center)
August 20th - Philadelphia, PA (Wachovia Center)
August 22nd - Pittsburgh, PA (Mellon Arena)
August 23rd - Cleveland, OH (Wolstein Center)
August 25th - Columbus, OH (Schottenstein Center)
August 26th - Auburn Hills, MI (The Palace of Auburn Hills)
August 28th - Milwaukee, WI (Bradley Center)
August 29th - St. Louis, MO (Scottrade Center)
August 30th - Kansas City, MO (Sprint Center)
September 1st - Minneapolis, MN (Target Center)
September 2nd - Rosemont, IL (Allstate Arena)
September 4th - Madison, WI (Alliant Energy Center)
September 5th - Indianapolis, IN (Conseco Fieldhouse)
September 6th - Grand Rapids, MI (Van Andel Arena)
September 8th - Reading, PA (Sovereign Center)
September 9th - Wilkes Barre, PA (Wachovia Arena)
September 10th - Bridgeport, CT (Arena at Harbor Yard)
September 12th - Portland, ME (Cumberland Civic Center)
September 13th - Providence, RI (Dunkin Donuts Center)
September 14th - Syracuse, NY (War Memorial Arena)
September 15th - Manchester, NH (Verizon Wireless Arena)

Friday, May 8, 2009

Richard Poon - "For You"

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Richard Poon's "For You" album will have a launch this coming May 15, Friday, at the Open Park of the New Eastwood Mall.

Poon, the country's only big band crooner, always amazes us with his skillful song arrangements and how he turns the most upbeat of songs into jazzy blues.

There would be no doubt this new album will once again make waves in the music scene just like his first one, "I'll Take Care Of You."

"For You" boasts of its carrier single, "Kumot at Unan," which is of course done in a Richard Poon-y way. "Kumot at Unan" was originally done by the APO Hiking Society.

The complete list of songs of the album:
1. You and I
2. Kumot at Unan
3. Complicated
4. You are the Sunshine of My Life
5. Kahit Ika’y Panaginip Lang
6. Blue Moon
7. (They Long to Be) Close to You
8. Portrait of my Love
9. Kahit ‘Di Mo Napapansin
10. Through the Fire
11. And I Love You So
12. For You
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Nina Files a Case Against Nyoy Volante

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Yesterday, May 7, 2009, "Soul Siren" Nina filed an estafa case against Nyoy Volante before the Quezon City Regional Trial Court.

It can be recalled that some three months ago, Nina told "Showbiz News Ngayon" (SNN) about the alleged sum of money (reportedly more than a million pesos) her ex-boyfriend Nyoy Volante owes her. Now we know she did it as some form of a plea for the ex-boyfriend to pay the money back. Because now, three months after, Nina has decided to really file a case when the ex failed to pay back.

Adam Lambert is "The Most Exciting"

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Adam Lambert is on the cover of an upcoming Entertainment Weekly issue. A caption on the cover reads "The Most Exciting 'American Idol' Contestant in Years" and don't you think it's so true?

Lambert has the hottest and craziest vocals to hit the Idol stage. Mellow or rock, he sure has the power to deliver the most brilliant performance week after week.

On the question of his sexuality, he says, "I have nothing to hide. I am who I am."

And I don't think his sexuality would really matter. He's hot up there, he hits the highest notes... It's a singing competition, after all.

Source: Celebglitz

Robert Downey Jr. Dons "Iron Man 2" Costume

By    May 08, 2009 // No comments

Are you ready for Iron Man 2? Here's the latest picture of Robert Downey Jr. in Iron Man costume!

People says Robert Downey Jr. shoots a scene for the action film Wednesday in Los Angeles.

Directed by Jon Favreau, Iron Man 2 also stars Scarlett Johansson, Gwyneth Paltrow and Samuel L. Jackson.
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Korina Sanchez Takes a Year Off

By    May 08, 2009 // No comments

With the Wowowee announcement of her engagement with Senator Mar Roxas II, Korina Sanchez takes a leave from her television and radio shows, except for the weekly magazine show "Rated K" shown every Saturday night.

She will be preparing for her wedding during the "leave." She says she'd like a church wedding for her and Mar, so the Lord would bless them more.

Full story on www.abs-cbnnews.com.

Photo Source: newsflash.org

Thursday, May 7, 2009

Danny Gokey Gets Away With Rock Week

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After the horrible bad screeching that Simon Cowell even described as horror movie-ish, Danny Gokey managed to stay in the show to become part of the Top 3. Had he been the one evicted tonight, the three who would have remained were the most lovable of season 8. Too bad Allison had to go despite an excellent rock week performance. It's her genre. And besides, Danny sucked last night. But oh well, the Americans voted. What else can we do?

Just enjoy watching the below video. I, myself, had a blast watching this horror movie:

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