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Sunday, September 22, 2013

Sights & Highlights: Movement 69 at Secret Fresh!

09.23.2013 – Secret Fresh has the winning streak of events happening since the opened GALLERY 1 featuring Mark Orozco Justiniani’s Rotator exclusive designer toy. This also featured the new look for Gallery 1 now at the ground floor of the store.

A couple of weeks later they launched the Black Series that featured works from Kiko Escora, Archie "CHICHI MONSTER" Geotina, Noli "13LuckyMonkey" Coronado, Ali Alejandro and Steve Tirona.

PRESS RELEASE: Cloudy 2's Revenge of the Leftovers!

09.23.2013 – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs was a fun movie for its first go-around. So much fanfare that it earned have a sequel which would be quite a surprise for those who have seen them ride the sunset.

But things get a little crazier what if there’s those leftover creatures that exist in a remote place that needs to be cleaned up? There’s something’s up and get the preview on this…

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Saturday, September 21, 2013

Converse + Komiks: Punk Your Chucks!

09.22.2013 – Converse is an iconic brand which was founded for more than a hundred years and its resurgence in the new century signifies its identity as an Urban Lifestyle shoe tapping professionals in the skateboard community as its brand ambassadors.

Chuck Taylor All-Star became their iconic product and basketball shoes which were named after a well-known athlete who would possibly be the first to have his name on those sneakers. It was popularized by Converse and its the face of the brand.

09.22.2013 – There are musicals that succeeds in live plays and then there are those that are not entirely does not translate the way that it was only made in that particular medium. But for Walt Disney its one challenge that won’t be seen until it’s made.

This fairytale live action fantasy film might have it all based from the stories by the various Grimm fables which teaches lessons from the characters ranging from Little Red Riding Hood to Cinderella.

09.21.2013 – Magna Vision is the local distributor of home media for latest movies being released in Blu-ray and DVD formats organized the release of Iron Man 3 and also the collected four seasons the Mighty Avengers which was aired in the US in Disney XD.

But the major release is for Iron Man 3 which hit the screens sometime in mid-April 2013. The two-day event is to celebrate for the local release of the Region 3 DVD for Iron Man 3 which features interactive activities at the Trinoma Activity Center.

PRESS RELEASE: Frozen Poster Revealed!

09.21.2013 – Frozen is one of the latest Walt Disney animated films that is currently playing the trailers. It’s interesting the teaser has a positive impression on the viewers who have only get a preview.

Walt Disney Pictures has revealed a new poster for its upcoming animated adventure, “Frozen,” which you can check it out below! What's more, they've announced that the film's full trailer will be online September 26, 2013.

09.20.2013 – The Philippine Animation industry and the Comics community is a thriving culture in the country. Both share struggles to provide jobs for aspiring artists and it’s also a difficult challenge how to stay competitive with other regional countries in Asia.

The Department of Foreign Affairs held a special seminar last week inviting representatives from Animation and Comics to talk about concerning issues and what the government can offer to expand their reach that would bring back interest.

09.20.2013 – STGCC 2013 has a lot of new stuff coming out despite the obvious theme for this year is more into promoting “Iron Man 3” with Action City & Hot Toys teaming up to bring the Hall of Armors while Play Imaginative having their own armor area.

But there’s more to seeing all forty two versions of the Iron Man armor there are also other unrelated like the 501st Singapore’s interesting “Easter egg” laced diorama where you can spot some unusual things in the “Battle of Endor.” But there’s more to be excited what else to see the “Biggest Pop Culture Event in Asia!”

Clueless Gamer: Conan Plays GTA V on XBox 360!

09.20.2013 – Conan O’Brien returns once again for another segment of “The Clueless Gamer” where he a non-console gamer plays the games for the first time. This time around Coco takes a look at the much awaited Grand Theft Auto V.

This game that has been talked about a few months back regarding the details has been highly anticipated. The gameplay itself is entirely new feat three new characters by Rockstar Games.

09.20.2013 – 2 Guns an upcoming action film that was original based in a comic book miniseries is set to be shown in the Philippines next Wednesday which stars Denzel Washington and Mark Wahlberg.

The film also features Paula Patton who previously appeared in Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol. If you haven’t heard about Robin Thicke asking permission to his wife to do the music video of “Blurred Lines” which containing nudity then the same could have happen to Paula Patten.

09.19.2013 – Toonami Asia launched in late 2012 is a spin off cable channel from Cartoon Network which caters more to young adults having content featuring super hero related shows enough action packed non-stop animated adventures.

Sometime in March Toonami Asia also launched the Toonami Inception 2013 at the Eastwood which is an open event. In the same year Toonami launched their “Tell the story of NAMI” writing contest which chose one winner.

09.19.2013 – Earlier this morning McDonald’s Philippines officially released the return of the Happy Meal box which was unveiled yesterday in a private media launch. For those who have not seen the Happy Meal box in the Philippines it was discontinued in 2001.

Everyone who has seen a Happy Meal box can closely associated that without it that particular product is "not happy at all” as being the identity as part of the McDonald’s brand. This was previously mentioned when the US released Despicable Me 2 Minions was reviewed including the box.

Countdown to Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D!

09.19.2013 – Marvel television is pushing up the promotions in the upcoming series in Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D as the behind the scenes production is revealed and the cast talked about how the team will come together.

This will be a first for Marvel and with ABC to bring their first show set to air a few weeks as the countdown closely winds down to the day the first episode airs on American television.

09.19.2013 – The Nine Realms plays a bigger role in the upcoming Thor: The Dark World as its huge backdrop where the adventure begins. In the previous film it focuses on Thor and his realization to accepting humility as an individual.

For the sequel Thor journeys to the Nine Realms and he’s not going alone with this quest. He will be joined by Lady Sif and the Warriors Three who previously appeared in the original film. There’s a lot of places to explore in this world that Thor will ever see in the Nine Realms…

Machete Kills Red Band Trailer Released!

09.18.2013 – Danny Trejo reprises his role as the ex-federate known as Machete Cortez and the character he made famous is set to once again kick some ass in Machete Kills a direct sequel to the 2010 blockbuster film.

Just like in Machete this features an ensemble cast with Jessica Alba, Tom Savini and Michelle Rodriguez also reprising their roles. As outrageous and exaggerated the concept for “Machete Kills” one must surely appreciate the artistic gore that makes this movie quite entertaining now that the man with the huge knife is back.

Ben Affleck Breaks Silence on Batman Role.

09.17.2013 – After almost a month being announced to take the role of Batman in the upcoming sequel to the Man of Steel, Ben Affleck was at the Late Night with Jimmy Fallon to promote his movie “RUNNER RUNNER” opposite Justin Timberlake.

Ben Affleck the director for the Academy Award winning movie in Argo had received somewhat mixed to negative reaction.

09.17.2013 – Derrick Rose was recently in town to promote his #drosetour in Asia which started with his arrival in last Saturday night’s adidas Originals event surprising visitors that he has finally returned to the Philippines.

Then adidas held the 3on3 Grand Finals which Derrick Rose graced the event with local personalities. By Sunday he held a press conference at the Marriott Hotel in the morning and for his last schedule for the tour culminated with the Gaming Challenge a videogame tournament at the SM Mall of Asia Atrium.

PRESS RELEASE: Mark Wahlberg in 2 Guns!

09.16.2013 – Before you see Mark Wahlberg in Age of Extinction catch him in 2 Guns based from the graphic novel of the same name. He’s familiar with previous movies that were based in videogames as well as serious roles like The Fighter.

Mark Wahlberg outguns his rivals in TriStar Pictures’ “2 Guns,” in which he stars as Navy Petty Officer Michael “Stig” Stigman, a fast-talking sharpshooter who is as awkwardly charming as he is cunning.

Zhang Ziyi as Sophie in My Lucky Star!

09.15.2013 – Zhang Ziyi most often roles are on martial arts and in the height of the Chinese empire of the past. A few days ago her latest movie “My Lucky Star” had a special premiere at the Marina Bay Sands.

“My Lucky Star” supposed to be a prequel to the 2009 film “Sophie’s Revenge” which tells the story of a comic book illustrator and at the same time works in advertisement firm as her day job. Sound surprising enough for you to know that she’s a geek in this film...

09.14.2013 – The secret is out and it has been counting down to the launch of the first ever designer vinyl toy based on the iconic Philippine alternative rock band in the Eraserheads that was exclusive on to Secret Fresh designed by Coolrain Studios.

For everyone who witnessed their rise to fame they are the Beatles of the Philippines. Every fan that grew up to their songs like Toyang, Pare Ko, Drive and countless hits that became the part of the Filipino pop culture will never forget the name.

PRESS RELEASE: Robocop Unveils Movie Poster!

09.14.2013 – The new Robocop trailer was revealed and people had mixed reactions ever since they started the viral marketing. Definitely it’s going to be a challenge to have everyone looking at this new movie as something different from the original.

Of course when you talk about Robocop the actor who portrayed Alex Murphy would always be closely associated with actor Peter Weller. But then again give the new Detroit police officer a chance to bust some criminals in this upcoming film. There’s something new that director Jose Padilha have that may convince longtime fans.

Sights & Highlights: Rush Movie Premiere!

Rivals. Chris Hemsworth as the English playboy James Hunt and Daniel Bruhl as the Austrian Perfectionist Niki Lauda.

Last September 6, 2013 we were invited to an advanced screening of Rush at Rockwell. I really didn't think much of it and I just thought that it was your regular racing movie but looking deeper in the movie I realized just how wrong I was.

09.12.2013 – In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Power Rangers they will release a special commemorative DVD edition collecting 767 episodes of the previous series that will be compiled into 98 discs.

What’s so cool about this collection it will be housed in an exclusive helmet-shaped package which will be limited to 2,000 individually numbered copies and this will includes a 100-page book...

PRESS RELESE: James Marsden joins 2 Guns!

09.12.2013 – 2Guns is based from the graphic novel of the same name and the current sequel to the movie is currently available in comic book shops known as 3Guns.

Its kind of cliché when you see the sequel could possibly be adapted into a live action film.

But let’s not get ourselves ahead of what’s happening as the movie gets up in gear for to be shown in a matter of weeks. There are surprising news about 2Guns and mostly the actors who portray them in the films.

09.11.2013 – The Man from U.N.C.L.E is a classic television show from the 1960s following two secret agents who work for a fictitious secret international espionage and law-enforcement agency called U.N.C.L.E. named after a gun that Megatron from the original Transformers cartoon scanned as his alternate form.

Now the classic TV show last four seasons and it was previously rumored to be planned as a featured film and surprisingly the announcement also have Henry Cavill as one of the secret agents…

STGCC 2013: Play Imaginative's Super Alloy Series!

09.10.2013 – There was so many surprises during the first day of STGCC 2013 but out of the pack special launches tops them all. One of these brands made a definite attention to convention visitors and that is Play Imaginative.

For this year they have expanded the Super Alloy Series not only for the DC characters but also acquiring the rights for Marvel as well in producing a new line of Iron Man action figures which was also makes this year’s STGCC deferred to having this sort of main theme for this year and that’s really screams at you when they opened those doors.

Vinyl on Vinyl: Anjo Bolarda's Nasty Hills!

09.10.2013 – Fresh from the successful launch of his "Soft & Nasty" plush doll at the recently concluded STGCC (Singapore Toy Game and Comic Convention) Anjo Bolarda gets a spotlight at the Vinyl on Vinyl art gallery for his first ever solo show featuring new works and some exclusive prints.

The launch happened last Saturday at the VoV to friends, colleagues, and walk-in visitors who have heard of his works by word of mouth. Quite a festive night as new works where on exhibit and it will run for the next two weeks.

09.09.2013 – Truly a remarkable and memorable event in STGCC 2013 that definitely put Singapore in the map for annual multi-genre events since its first in 2008 that defined them as the “Pop Culture Event of the Year!” and every convention brings something new to its ever growing fun experience.

It’s basically an event that balance in bringing the guest and also having retailers the chance to bring something different in each year since its very first STGCC and that is a feat unmatched by the quality of what is a true convention.

Sighted: Power Rangers Megaforce!

09.09.2013 – The Power Rangers has become part of the American culture and for the past 20 years they continue to bring new shows every year based from the Japanese Super Sentai shows that has become a global brand for Bandai when it comes to merchandise.

This year celebrates 20 years of Power Rangers and to bring in the anniversary they have released the latest series in Megaforce known in Japan as Tensou Sentai Goseiger. The toys have already been sighted in the Philippines and also have some of the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers action figures.

09.09.2013 – The Singapore Toy, Game, and Comic Convention is a multi-genre event that highlights the best and brightest but also promoting the local scene that appreciate every aspect of pop culture and urban lifestyle.

There are participating retailers as well as organization that promotes charities and one group that has been present since STGCC in 2008 is the The 501st Legion based in Singapore which every year organize a theme they represent in the annual event.

Sights & Highlights: Aklatan 2013!

09.08.2013 – It’s the first ever All-Filipino publication event that features writers, poets, and even graphic artists of the comic book medium.

There were book launches, panel discussions, seminars and special guests organized by Visprint Inc.

There are also participating publishers Milflores, UST Publishing House, DLSU Publishing House, Adarna, Flipside Publishing, UP Press, The UP Institute of Creative Writing, and many more surprises revealed during the event.

Dead or alive, You're coming with me! -- Robocop Trailer Has Landed!

While news of remakes and adaptations are nothing new and is rather commonplace in both movies and television this particular remake really hits home since I remember watching the original TV series as a kid - I think it was on ABC 5 if I'm not mistaken.

There is always that thrill when a movie is based on a true story but that thrill can be multiplied exponentially when the movie is about Formula 1 racing.

STGCC 2013: Hall of Armors by Hot Toys!

09.06.2013 – Last weekend Singapore, Toy, Game and Comic Convention (STGCC) opened its doors for the sixth time since it was introduced in 2008. The multi genre convention dubbed “The Biggest Pop Culture Event in Asia” has more to be excited about this year’s theme.

Marvel and Disney returns to STGCC promoting upcoming TV shows, cartoon and the future for the company that has been churning out movies left and right. But at the center of it was Iron Man 3 and Action City together with Hot Toys brought the Hall of Armor!

09.06.2013 – It’s been anticipated what the new Robocop was all about but previous reports reveal viral marketing about OMINICORP and its fictionalized technology that they innovate as an R & D corporation.

Of course their top of the line model is obviously from Robocop. Not the one from the original 1987 film that had Peter Weller as the lead who recently appeared in last summer’s Star Trek Into Darkness.

09.05.2013 – “Elysium” a science fiction film which stars Matt Damon, Jodie Foster and Sharlto Copley taking place in the year 2154 which reflects what is society is depicted in reality where there two social factions: The rich and those who are deemed unworthy.

This sums up the premise and the theme of the film that touches what society has dictated since the time where civilization has begun. If you haven’t seen the film please thread carefully as there might be unwanted spoilers but for the curious ones move forward after the jump…

Rurouni Kenshin Casting news: Misao Makimachi cast!

With all the Rurouni Kenshin casting news here and there and the excitement brought forth as a result of which, a lot of fans may have been wondering - I know I have - Who will be playing Misao?
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Monday, September 2, 2013

PRESS RELEASE: Elysium see it on IMAX!

09.03.2013 – If space is the final frontier then the future is a safe haven to Elysium. The upcoming science fiction film starring Matt Damon, Jodie Foster and Sharlto Copley is going to be shown in IMAX and definitely there’s so much more than just a big screen.

This is where the dark future where discrimination is still part of the social issues and it delves more than just huge explosions and state of the art technology. The story might have been told in previous movies but this might find it more interesting.

09.02.2013 – It’s no big secret but if you grew up in the 1980s and have seen He-Man and the Master of the Universe on television chances your familiar with the current iteration of the comic book series as well as the toys that came with it.

MOTU fans have been supporting the toy line since interested started in the early 2000s that produced a new TV series by Mike Young productions that ended quickly similar to the new Thundercats. But the interest never died that DC Comics published a new series.

STGCC 2013: RDD Last Day Coverage!

09.02.2013 – Final round up of reports from STGCC correspondent Red Dot Diva who was gracious enough to share the coverage regarding day two for this year’s event. Sunday had a rough start and if you think the crowd was enough to the halls take a guess on the second day.

Most of the lines formed at the guest highlights like C.B. Cebulski, David Mack and Joe Madureira at the Marvel panels as well as the walk of fame. Dexter Soy has now a huge following after his first visit in July at Invasion Comics & Toys.

09.01.2013 – It’s the launch you’ve been waiting for and this might be the only time you’ll ever get to see the band come together. It might not be for real but in every toy shelf from the Philippines and the rest of the world.

If you have heard about the Eraserheads or had the chance to see them recently made their Asian tour last month in Singapore then chances are you know this band. Previous reports about the upcoming vinyl toys featuring the final product produced by Korean company in Coolrain Studios.

STGCC 2013: Red Dot Diva Post-Day 1 Report!

09.01.2013 – Singapore Toy Game and Comic Convention (STGCC) went underway on the first day featuring the best and brightest side that separates this THE Pop Culture Event in Asia which is becoming the place to be before the start of “Ber Months.”

FIVE THINGS: Why Rocket Raccoon Rocks!

08.31.2013 – The Guardians of the Galaxy is a relatively unknown super hero team from the minds of Arnold Drake and Gene Colan with a different roster of characters set in the Marvel Universe future of Earth-691 that has no relations to the current team.

What’s similar is the name of the group that ties up to the original 1969 comic book that Major Vance Astro has founded. The current team was formed after the events of the Annihilations Conquest saga where one of the members would happen to be Rocket Raccoon a favorite among the characters in the series! Read more »

Friday, August 30, 2013

STGCC 2013: Vinyl on Vinyl at Artist Alley!

08.31.2013 – Are you ready for the Singapore Toy Game and Comic Convention (STGCC)? If you have been to the event last year and saw Vinyl on Vinyl then you won’t miss them this year situated at booth F56!

For this year the urban lifestyle artists has the roster featuring Anjo Bolarda, Maf Shareen aka Wanton Doodle, Egg Fiasco, Sonny Liew, Gabriel Tiongson, Mashi, Quiccs, and Dark Bulb’s Nelz Yumul also of WeeWillDoodle!

PRESS RELEASE: Thor The Dark World Character Posters!

08.30.2013 – Marvel is slowly cranking the shift in promoting the upcoming Thor The Dark World as previously announced that it will be in the 3D format and will be shown on IMAX 3D.

Tom Hiddleston is taking the Loki character appearing on Hall H last July.

Based on the past trailers revealed how big is the scope of this film for being a standalone after the events in New York.

08.29.2013 – Singapore Toy Game & Comic Convention (STGCC) Media Preview was set Thursday early this morning at the Meeting Room at the Marina Bay Sands a far different from the last year’s venue.

For this Media Preview CB Cebulski is back with Joe Madureira, Vampy Bit Me, Aza, Hideo Baba, and Army of Monkeys (J*Ryu, Angry Woebots and Luke Chueh) where present this morning for the media presentation.

PRESS RELEASE: Starcraft II Vengeance Cup Finals!

08.29.2013 – The game Starcraft has produced a huge following in the early 2000s and its sequel with its current expansion in Heart of the Swarm that was launched in March definitely gives you more stories besides its visually stunning game.

This also produced tournaments all over the world that the common gamer is no longer the couch potato, which has broken the stereotype in becoming what you would call a digital athlete representing a country to compete in these tournaments.

Marvel Universe: Guardians of the Galaxy!

08.28.2013 – The Guardians of the Galaxy is a superhero team that was formed during the devastation of the Annihilation: Conquest saga. But entirely the original team was first founded by Vance Astro in an alternate future that was published in 1969.

This modern take of the Guardians of the Galaxy is entirely a new roster led by Star Lord (Peter Quill), Drax the Destroyer, Gamora: The Most Dangerous Woman in the Universe, Groot and Rocket Raccoon which is going to be made into a live action film to be released in 2014.

PRESS RELEASE: Matt Damon in Elysium!

08.27.2013 – “Elysium” a dark dystopian future explores political and sociological themes such as immigration, health care and class issues. Elysium is a place place on both a ravaged Earth and a luxurious space habitat that was named for.

Matt Damon takes on the lead role of Max in TriStar Pictures' futuristic action thriller “Elysium” whose socio-political message underneath the gripping action scenes isn't lost on the actor. “I like to think it’s a hopeful message,” Damon says.

Sights & Highlights: BLACK art launch at Secret Fresh!

08.26.2013 – The Black art gallery featured five talented urban lifestyle artists from Kiko Escora, Archie "CHICHI MONSTER" Geotina, Noli "13LuckyMonkey" Coronado, Ali Alejandro and Steve Tirona. The event was supported with great music by Major Chie, Caliph 8 (Rigor Mortiz), and Out of Scratch.

The launch was simple clean cut but with an impact that definitely will find you appreciate how these five gentlemen push their limit in bringing their talent to the next level as presented by Secret Fresh.

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