Tessa Mauricio-Arriola

Judy Ann Santos, the beloved "Queen of Philippine Soap Operas," has long captured the hearts of Filipino audiences with her honesty and authenticity — both on and off-screen.

It hasn't happened in a very long time: Vilma Santos, Philippine Entertainment's revered actress, starring in back-to-back Metro Manila Film Festival entries.

Senator Bong Revilla may have had to step away from his plans to return to the Metro Manila Film Festival race following his Achilles tendon injury

If the social media buzz following the red carpet premiere of "Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital" is any indication, then this Metro Manila

If violence can ever be called breathtaking, then "Topakk" delivers violence in its rawest, most visceral and breathtakingly unflinching form.

When Philippine cinema titans Vilma Santos and Aga Muhlach tell you that you will see them as never before in the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival entry 'Uninvited,' you better believe it. Having watched the world premiere of this crime thriller from Mentorque Productions last December 23, I can guarantee that what they say isn't just the usual promotional hype.

The Mall of Asia Arena is definitely the place to be on Feb. 7 as the Philippine Concert King and Queen, Martin Nievera and Pops Fernandez, celebrate

With the holiday season over and the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) concluded once again, the local movie industry is back to the reality of grappling with competition from foreign films, high production costs, steep cinema ticket prices, and the ever-evolving entertainment preferences of audiences. Thankfully, there remain legislators who continue to advocate for Philippine cinema — not only because of its rich cultural significance and potential to drive economic growth but also because of their unwavering faith in Filipino artists, their immense talent, and the stories they bring to life.

In an industry often focused on the glitz and glamor of Manila-centric storytelling, GMA Public Affairs' new series "My Ilonggo Girl" marks a refreshing shift — placing Ilonggo culture in the limelight.

The clock winds back, and the music plays on this Valentine's season as the uber-talented Sessionistas return to the stage for their much-anticipated reunion concert, "Love, Sessionistas," on February 8 at The Theater at Solaire.