“Congratulations to Kris Aquino for bagging a role in a movie which
will be produced by a renowned Hollywood studio, the details of which she will announce soon, after she signs her contract in Los Angeles,” posted lawyer Joji Alonso on her Facebook timeline on April 16, 2017.
Lawyer Joji thanked Kris for entrusting Quantum Post, her post-production company, with her audition reel. “We are so happy for you!”
Kris flew to Los Angeles on Sunday night, April 16, to sign a contract. She is said to have “passed five levels of intense scrutiny and was offered a role.” Tony & Grammy award-winning Broadway producer Jhett Tolentino tapped her through friends on March 23.
Kris confirmed this on her Instagram account by posting a Bible verse from 2 Corinthians 12: 9 that related to her journey towards having the role for said big project. “But He said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.
“I signed a non-disclosure agreement so until they reveal my participation I can’t share any details about the movie and my role. But today, Easter Sunday — I wanted you to know my story… I pray it gives you encouragement and hope,” Kris said.
Lawyer Joji also congratulated the Quantum Post team: Carlo Francisco Manatad, Timmy Torres and Nardre Torres “for finishing the task and doing a great job, despite the very limited time. So so proud of you!”
ELVERT BANARES HORROR FILM NOMINATED FOR BEST INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM. “Kung Tuyhon Ka, Indi Gid Magbugtaw” (If You Feel Sleepy, Never Wake Up), the new short horror film (2017) by Elvert Bañares is nominated for Best International Short Film at the Move Me Productions Belgium Online Short Film Festival based in Antwerp, Belgium. It is the first film from the Philippines that was nominated in said festival.
The film is written, designed, shot, edited and directed by Bañares and produced by Dr. Robert Galindez, Kurt Sajor and Bañares himself. This is the second film collaboration between E Unlimited and Robertine Productions of the St. Robert’s International Academy after “Impas” (Settlement), which went to 13 film festivals here and abroad. The horror short is in Hiligaynon and was shot in Iloilo with an all-Ilonggo cast and crew.
“Kung Tuyhon Ka” introduces newcomer Aliza Ron Labistre and Ilonggo theater actress Elsie Flores-Gancia supported by young talents (all first-timers) Riena Christal Shin, Shanen Anica Feranco, Ariel Gabriel Lachica, Jun Carlos Gumacal, Nicole Meer, Trixie Mae Yee, Jannah Kisten Villacorte, Paul Alken Quilla with Steve Michael Tagat.
Part of the dynamic team are Erecson Villar (Production manager); John Julian Muniz (shoot coordinator); Irish Alisen (production coordinator); Dondon Gamez (camera assists); Reyjim Fernandez (boom mic and sound assists); Michaelle Fresnillo (makeup); Christian Evren Lozanes and Eric Barbosa Jr. (BTS still photographers).
The film is yet to have its World Premiere this year.EXPANDING CUSTOMERS’DIGITAL EXPERIENCE. Smart Communications, along with its parent company PLDT and Cignal, recently announced a partnership with Fox Networks Group Asia which will enable its subscribers to stream movies and TV programs from the catalogue of global entertainment leader Fox.
Smart subscribers can download the Fox + app from the App Store and Google Play and enjoy a 30-day free trial. They will have access to the earliest non-cinematic release of Hollywood blockbusters like Deadpool and The Revenant — in high definition from any device, at any time.
Subscribers can also binge-watch their favorite TV series like Homeland and The Making of the Mob of New York. They will be able to see the latest episodes same day as US airing and back catalogues. Moreover, they can watch live sports events like the National Basketball Association on the Fox + app.
“As we improve our network, we also continue to grow the library of popular video content that our subscribers can access. We are also cooking up special packages that will make video streaming more enjoyable for them,” said PLDT and Smart chief revenue officer Eric Alberto.
“All these efforts — network improvement, content partnerships, and the provision of value-packed service offers — have the goal of giving our customers a superior digital experience,” Alberto added.
Smart has been expanding its content portfolio via partnerships with the likes of iflix, Cignal and ABS-CBN’s iWantTV.
“Filipinos now have a growing appetite for relevant content that they can access anytime, anywhere. As they increase their consumption of digital content, we are making sure that our network is strong enough to support not just their current requirements, but their future needs as well,” Alberto said.
This, he said, is why Smart has invested heavily in the accelerated deployment of its LTE (Long Term Evolution) sites. LTE delivers superior experience for users, particularly for mobile data.
It can also be quickly upgraded to LTE-Advanced, which can provide even faster speeds and greater capacity to subscribers who are using LTE SIMs on LTE-capable handsets.
Smart has committed to the National Telecommunications Commission to make LTE progressively available to 95 percent of the country’s cities and municipalities by the end of 2018.
For 2017, Smart targets to roll out 2,165 sites with LTE in low spectrum bands and 3,568 sites in high spectrum bands. Low frequency bands provide better indoor coverage, while high-frequency bands increase the capacity of cell sites to handle heavier call, SMS, and mobile data traffic.
Alberto encouraged Filipinos to use an LTE device to better enjoy their upgraded digital experience with Smart. “If you want to watch high-definition movies on the Fox + app and experience seamless streaming, LTE is the way to go,” he said.
To speed up the adoption of LTE handsets, Smart has struck exclusive bundling deals with popular device makers including Vivo, Oppo, O+ USA, MyPhone, and Starmobile. Smart offers LTE devices across different price points.
With the partnership of Smart Communications, along with its parent company PLDT and Cignal and Fox Networks Group Asia, entertainment possibilities have never been as wide.
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Kris Aquino flies to Hollywood
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