Author: Jeman Villanueva

The 1st time I saw the movie trailer of “Crazy, Stupid, Love.”, I immediately liked it. The lines are witty and funny and Steve Carell happens to be my favorite  Hollywood  actor.  I think I first noticed him as Jim Carrey’s  nemesis  at “Bruce Almighty”. Since then, I’ve been following his films and even buy original copies of his DVD movies. One thing that catches my attention also is that particular line “It looks like it’s photoshopped” by Emma Stone referring to Ryan Gosling’s  chiseled  body. That makes me laugh so hard! Hahahaha! And so goes the invitation to watch…

Maria La Del Barrio (Maria from the Ghetto) is a Mexican telenovela which starred Thalia and Fernando Colunga. It was produced and broadcast on Televisa in 1995-1996 and was well-received in the Philippines when it was dubbed in Tagalog. This August, ABS-CBN is doing a Pinoy version of the famous Mexicanovela which feature two of the hottest stars in the industry today, Erich Gonzales and Enchong Dee, as they give life to the characters of Maria Hernandez and Luis Dela Vega. Under the direction of Rory B. Quintos and Richard Somes, “Maria La Del Barrio” is a captivating tale of…

editor’s note: There were talks that “Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank” movie is eyeing to be included in the Oscars. To those who missed the movie, check out my review below: MOVIE REVIEW: ANG BABAE SA SEPTIC TANK It’s been a long time since I watched a movie all by myself… and to actually pay for my own movie ticket. Being a blogger, I get invites to attend press screening, premiere nights, advance   and block screenings. And it’s rare that I watch a pinoy movie. The last time I bothered to watched was “Ang Tanging Ina Ninyong Lahat Last…

Bonamine, in partnership with the Department of Tourism (DOT), formally launched yesterday (August 02) its official website for their advocacy campaign “Basta Pinas! Biyahe Tayo!” at the Filipinas Heritage Library Ayala Triangle, Makati City. Basta Pinas! goal is to inspire every Pinoy a deeper appreciation of our own country, by encouraging fresh perspectives and new adventures. There’s never been a better time to go exploring and Bonamine (popularly known because of its “Biyahilo” campaign) is here to ensure that we will enjoy our trips every step of the way. Attended by selected Lifestyle and Travel Bloggers, the event also invited…

Did you miss last night’s episode of your favourite Kapamilya show? No worries! Now Filipino viewers can catch up with these shows at their own time using their LG Smart TV. Global TV innovator LG Electronics is presenting a new vision of how consumers can live simply smarter. LG has partnered with ABS-CBN to make iWanTV! and ABS-CBN News, along with its wealth of global and Pan-Asian content and applications, pre-installed in its platform. “Not only you can watch your favourite ABS-CBN, ANC, and Studio 23 shows, but also watch it anytime you want on LG Smart TV!” said Connie…

Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista stars in his first international / full-length Indonesia film via “Simfoni Luar Biasa (A Special Symphony).” “The movie has a lot of heart. It is inspiring and it speaks of a great kind of love,” says Christian. “We hope to touch the hearts of everyone who will watch the movie, just as we were touched during the filming of this movie.” The movie’s red carpet premiere in the Philippines held at Robinsons Galleria was a success and was well-attended by popular celebrities in the Philippines like KC Concepcion, Mark Bautista, Erik Santos, Crystal Henares, Martin…

Tired of watching singing contest that are getting predictable already? Ever wished that the judges consider your voice first before judging your physical features? Then, THE VOICE is the answer! Contestants voice soared tremulously as they sang, their eyes fixated on the back of four big swiveling chairs, willing the judges to hit the red button and turn, just so they can get a coveted spot on the show. Such is the innovative format of The Voice where contestants are judged solely on their vocal talent, coming first and exclusively to AXN this August. Hosted by Carson Daly (Last Call…

June 29, 2011 – My first visit at Boracay Islands, the Philippines. Went here for vacation courtesy of Gran Prix Hotels and Suites. I’m being accompanied by Gran Prix’s marketing manager, Ms. Rhina Villagracia and her cool family (her mother, brother/sister Mhie Villagracia and niece Cherry Dayondon) and fiance Mark Lester Ambrosio. Our flight at Sea Air Philippines was delayed for more than an hour. We’re supposed to leave around 11am but we ended up reaching Boracay around past 2:00pm already. It is advisable that you book a hotel and ask for service/transpo in transferring from the airport to the…

I’ve been to a lot of blogger’s event and met different kind of bloggers. This is different compared to the times I was still a reporter way back 1999. I remember I started blogging when Friendster was created. I regularly write my life story there in a daily basis. It’s like a journal but for everyone to read. I write about almost everything that happened to me every day. What new food I discovered eating, hating someone or simply describing what my day was like that time. Then there comes the issues of other people who disagrees with my opinion.…

Been watching some great films recently and I feel the need of sharing it. These are some of the movies I enjoyed watching and personally recommends: Here After – it stars Matt Damon and directed by Clint Eastwood. The reason why I watched it is because of the tsunami scene shown in the trailer. And it sure gives me the chill when that particular scene was shown. You wont be needing a 3D effect to be affected because it’s so realistic it’s actually heart breaking. The rest of the film is a little slow pacing, with scenes too long to…

Fellow blogger Flow Galindez invited me again to join him in a Project Head Shot Clinic with Niccolo Cosme. Of course, I would immediately say yes because it’s NICCOLO COSME. I am a huge fan of this photographer. I get star-struck ed  every time I saw him. I always wanted to have my photo taken by him. Well, there are actually five photographers I really love to work with aside from Niccolo. That’s Ian Felix Alquiros, Ash Castro, Mark Nicdao, Darrel Pobre, JR Isaac, Jake Verzosa, JC Cerilla and Jar Consengco. I also like the works of JR Sala, Joser…