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Topakk Takes Triple Crown at MMFF: Arjo Atayde’s Action Film Wins Big at 50th Awards Ceremony

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Manila, Philippines – The 50th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), held at Solaire Resort & Casino last Friday, saw the action film "Topakk" take home three prestigious awards, highlighting its original storyline and impressive cinematic execution. The film, starring Juan Carlos “Arjo” Atayde, not only captivated the audience with its enthralling narrative but also garnered accolades including Best Float, the Fernando Poe Jr. Memorial Award for Excellence, and the Jury Prize Award. The movie, which features an ex-military protagonist battling a corrupt police force entangled in drug cartel operations, has been a standout entry in … Read more

“Green Bones” Dominates at the 50th MMFF Awards, Capturing Top Honors

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Manila, Philippines – The 50th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) celebrated Filipino cinema’s achievements with a glamorous awards night where “Green Bones” emerged as the standout film, sweeping several top awards and captivating audiences and critics alike. As the heavy favorite of the evening, “Green Bones” clinched the Best Picture award, solidifying its place in the festival’s storied history. The film’s unique approach to storytelling and powerful performances resonated deeply with the jury and the festival attendees. Director Maria Santos, the vision behind “Green Bones,” was honored with the Best Director award. Her direction was … Read more

Vice Ganda Captivates Audience with Touching and Humorous Acceptance Speech at 50th MMFF, Earns Special Jury Citation

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Manila, Philippines — Filipino comedian and TV host Vice Ganda, celebrated for bringing humor and wit to his performances, touched the hearts of many with his speech while accepting the Special Jury Citation Award at the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival. The award recognizes his outstanding contribution to the film industry, particularly in promoting LGBTQ+ visibility through his work. In a poignant moment during the ceremony, Vice Ganda expressed gratitude, humorously sharing his journey and the challenges faced as a gay artist in a predominantly conservative industry. He highlighted the progress within the Filipino film … Read more

Legal Battle Escalates Over Shohei Ohtani’s Record-Setting 50th Home Run Ball as Second Lawsuit Surfaces

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MIAMI — The thrilling race for ownership of a historic baseball hit by Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani intensifies as a second fan, Joseph Davidov, has filed a lawsuit in Florida’s 11th Judicial Circuit Court over the rightful possession of Ohtani’s 50th home run ball. This legal battle follows a prior lawsuit from 18-year-old Max Matus claiming his right to the ball, which is currently fetching bids upwards of $1.464 million at a Goldin Auctions event. Shohei Ohtani achieved a monumental feat on Sept. 29, during a game against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot … Read more