Ateneo Celadon to hold “Spring Film Festival”

 

 

Ateneo to hold 6^TH SPRING FILM FESTIVAL

Admission is now FREE

Have you ever seen Jet Li in a dramatic role? Did you know that China only recently produced its first 3D fully animated film? How much do you really know about Confucius? If you are interested in answering these questions, then the Spring Film Festival is for you.

Now on its sixth year, the Spring Film Festival of Chinese films is organized by the Ateneo de Manila University (Ricardo Leong Center for Chinese Studies, Celadon, and Confucius Institute) to celebrate the Chinese New Year and to help Filipinos understand China through the popular medium of film.

This year, through the auspices of the Cultural Office of the People’s Republic of China, the festival features six films that cater to different age groups and audiences. Our leading film, Ocean Heaven, features Jet Li in a father-son drama. In the other films, audiences will be treated to a comedy about going home for Chinese New Year, a wedding that sets off the urban/rural debate, an environmental animated film, and the sight of Chow Yun-fat as Confucius.

Unlike previous years when a minimal admission fee was charged, this year’s festival will experiment with free admission. Schools are welcome to bring their students for block screenings on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Following are brief synopses of the featured films:

Ocean Heaven – Ocean Heaven is a family drama which features a father- Sam Wang (played by Jet Li), who is solely taking care of his autistic child- Dafu. Wang finds out that he has liver cancer and has a few days to live. Not only does Wang have to cope with his own suffering and impending death, he also has to deal with the heartache of leaving Dafu with no immediate family. This heartwarming film shows the challenges of being a single parent and how parents, even on their last days, would do anything just to ensure the safety and happiness of their children.

Fans of Jet Li will definitely be surprised to see him in this movie because this is the first to cast Li in a non-kung-fu film where he won the 2010 Wen Zhang Best Actor Award. The movie was also recognized by the Shanghai Media Awards, CCTV Movie Channel Media Awards 2010 and Golden Goblet Award. In July 2011, Li even named one of his charity projects as Ocean Heaven Project to help children with autism, celebral palsy and other disorders

Lost on Journey- a comedy film narrating Li Chenggong’s travel as he endures bad luck after bad luck just to celebrate New Year’s Eve with his family. Li hops from a plane, to a train,to a bus, and to a boat in the desire to be with his family during the most important event of the year. And along the way, he meets a stranger Niu Geng who later helps him discover something important about himself and the goodness of other people. This movie is a funny presentation of how bad luck brought two different worlds together.

Country Wedding- tells a story of a couple who is about to get married with their families getting so excited to the point that their parents started to meddle with the wedding plans. The bride’s mother, insists on holding the wedding at a ritzy hotel in Beijing whereas, the groom’s father, being the director of a cooperative in a rural village, feels indebted to the community, wants to share the wedding to the whole village. The couple are getting in between as conflicts arise between the in-laws. This film is a funny portrayal of the clash of cultures between the city and country side.

Confucius – Confucius, known as the “Great Sage”, lived during the time when China’s dynasties were in chaos and engulfed by corruption and greed. He strongly believed that ethics and education will put all things to order. His wisdom was sought by different dynasty leaders but only to be abandoned after he dutifully served his purpose. The world knows so much of his teachings, but little is known of his hardships. This biographical drama shows the sufferings and pain Confucius endured and the principles he fervently kept that became the foundation of China’s ethics, morality and law. Starring Chow Yun-Fat as Confucius, Nominated for Best Actor at the 30th Hong Kong Film Awards. Other nominations include Best Cinematography,Art Design,Costume Design and Original Song.

Bodyguards and Assassins - In 1905,Hongkong was under the British rule and revolution was on the rise. Sun Yat-Sen was set to land in Hong Kong to meet and to unify faction leaders to finally take down the corrupt and crumbling Qing Dynasty. Because of this, Dowager Cixi wanted Sun Yat-Sen assassinated. For the Chinese people who had been clamouring for freedom, they understood that keeping Sun Yat-Sen alive would mean keeping China’s hope to be liberated. Li Yutang, a businessman, gathered a tofu vendor, rickshaw pullers, a beggar and an orphan to serve as bodyguards. These bodyguards displayed their superb fighting skills as they battle it out with the assassins to protect Sun Yat-Sen,whom they haven’t even met. This action-historical movie garnered numerous awards from the 4th Asian Film Awards,29th Hongkong Film Awards,16th Hongkong Film Critics Society Awards and 47^th Golden Horse Awards.

King of Milu Deer- this 3D animated movie focuses on environment protection. It is a story of a white deer, Yoyo, who turned into a lady and made friends with Tzan-the prince of Kingdom of Clouds and Dreams. Tzan was ordered by the minister to search the Labyrinth Mountain to hunt for the Milu Deer to use it as a sacrifice to bring rains in the kingdom. But Tzan discovered the beauty of the Labyrinth Mountain and got closer to Yoyo. Together, they fought sea lizard monsters, fire,soldiers, and the evil Minister to save the wildlife and natural resources of the Labyrinth Mountain. This movie became the highest grossing Chinese Animated film of all time and received the Best Animated Film of the 13th Huabiao Awards.

For other information please call For more information, please call Ateneo Leong Center 426-6001 local 5208-5209; 5280. For tickets, please call Shang Cineplex at 633-2227

6TH SPRING FILM FESTIVAL 2012

Screening Schedule

January 20 – 29

Cinema #4

JANUARY 20 (FRIDAY)

Opening Night

(by invitation only)

JANUARY 21 (SATURDAY)

Country Wedding (1:30)

1:00 pm

Lost on Journey (1:35)

1:30 pm

Lost on Journey (1:35)

3:00 pm

Confucius (2:00)

3:30 pm

GALA

6:00 pm

Bodyguards & Assassins (2:15)

6:00 pm

Ocean Heaven (1:40)

7:00 pm

Ocean Heaven (1:40)

9:00 pm

JANUARY 22 (SUNDAY)

JANUARY 23 (MONDAY)

Ocean Heaven (1:40)

1:30 pm

Country Wedding (1:30)

1:30 pm

The King of Milu Deer (1:30)

3:30 pm

Bodyguards & Assassins (2:15)

3:30 pm

Confucius (2:00)

5:30 pm

Ocean Heaven (1:40)

6:30 pm

Bodyguards & Assassins (2:15)

8:00 pm

Lost on Journey (1:35)

8:30 pm

JANUARY 24 (TUESDAY)

JANUARY 25 (WEDNESDAY)

Bodyguards & Assassins (2:15)

1:30 pm

The King of Milu Deer (1:30)

1:30 pm

Lost on Journey (1:35)

4:30 pm

Confucius (2:00)

3:30 pm

Confucius (2:00)

6:30 pm

Ocean Heaven (1:40)

6:00 pm

The King of Milu Deer (1:30)

9:00 pm

Country Wedding (1:30)

8:00 pm

JANUARY 26 (THURSDAY)

JANUARY 27 (FRIDAY)

Lost on Journey (1:35)

1:30 pm

Ocean Heaven (1:40)

1:30 pm

Country Wedding (1:30)

3:30 pm

Lost on Journey (1:35)

3:30 pm

The King of Milu Deer (1:30)

5:30 pm

Confucius (2:00)

5:30 pm

Confucius (2:00)

7:30 pm

Bodyguards & Assassins (2:15)

8:00 pm

JANUARY 28 (SATURDAY)

JANUARY 29 (SUNDAY)

The King of Milu Deer (1:30)

1:30 pm

Lost on Journey (1:35)

1:30 pm

Ocean Heaven (1:40)

3:30 pm

Country Wedding (1:30)

3:30 pm

Lost on Journey (1:35)

5:30 pm

Bodyguards & Assassins (2:15)

5:30 pm

Confucius (2:00)

7:30 pm

Ocean Heaven (1:40)

8:30 pm

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Greyson Chance

 

Megaworld Lifestyle Malls and MCA Music bring Greyson Chance to Manila this November!

The excitement can no longer be contained with barely a week to go before 14 year-old singer-songwriter and pianist, Greyson Chance invades Manila for a promo tour on November 18 to 22! Be further enthralled by his impeccable voice and amazing talent and catch Greyson ‘live’ during his meet & greet and showcase on November 19 in Eastwood Mall Open Park at 7pm and on November 20 in Venice Piazza Mall in Mckinley Hill at 7pm. Eastwood Mall and Venice Piazza at Mckinley Hill are two of Metro Manila’s premier themed lifestyle centers owned by Megaworld Corporation. Greyson Chance’s back-to-back mall shows will definitely be a satisfying experience for thousands of fans who will not only get to witness him perform his chart-topping hit songs such as “Waiting Outside The Lines” and “Unfriend You” among many others, but will also be able to have their copies of his debut album Hold On ‘Til The Night autographed by their idol himself. Enjoy sweet serenades from MCA Music’s freshest teen acoustic-pop duo, Krissy & Ericka and acoustic sweetheart Sabrina who will also perform in these series of mall shows. Aside from this, Greyson will also do TV guestings and other enjoyable promo activities everyone should watch out for!

Deemed to be the next big thing in the music industry and “the next Justin Bieber”, Greyson Chance has gone farther than most young musicians ever dreamt of—from being a YouTube sensation earning 40 million views for his outstanding cover performance of Lady Gaga’s “Paparazzi” (which got him discovered by Ellen DeGeneres) to having accomplished two successful North American tours, performing at the White House, national television appearances appearances on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,”, “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” and “Good Morning America,” and now co-writing his debut album titled Hold On ‘Til The Night which earned millions of acclaimed reviews worldwide.

Hold On ‘Til The Night not only showcases Greyson’s talents as a songwriter, vocalist and piano player but also his wide range of influences. From the empowerment ballad “Waiting Outside the Lines” to the light-hearted up tempo “Little London Girl,” Hold On ‘Til The Night takes the listener on a journey of teenage love and heartbreak complete with undeniably catchy hooks and Greyson’s signature powerful vocals. Greyson Chance’s debut album is exclusively distributed under MCA Music, Inc.

Greyson Chance Live In Manila is presented to you by MCA Music and Megaworld Lifestyle Malls. Also by our valued media partners, MYX- the official music channel of Greyson Chance in Manila; today’s best music, Magic 89.9-the official radio station of Greyson Chance in Manila; Yahoo Philippines- the official online partner; Total Girl Magazine, Business World, HerWord.com, ETC, JackTV, 2^nd Avenue, Juan Manila Express, Social Plus Magazine, Astroplus, Orange Magazinetv.com, Odyssey Music and Video, BND Hair Gallery (For inquiries call 494 32 70, 492 64 91) and Eastwood Richmonde Hotel-the official residence of Greyson Chance in Manila.

Get Greyson Chance’s latest hit singles on your cellphones!!!

To Download “Waiting Outside The Lines” as a ringback tone:

Text KJ247 and send to 2332 for Globe and Touch Mobile subscribers

Text LINES and send to 2728 for Smart and Talk N’ Text subscribers

Text 5491744 and send to 2300 for SUN subscribers

To Download “Unfriend You” as a ringback tone:

Text KK849 and send to 2332 for Globe and Touch Mobile subscribers

Text UNFRIEND and send to 2728 for Smart and Talk N’ Text subscribers

Text 5492923 and send to 2300 for SUN subscribers

Race for Life 2011

Supported Events

By: The Official Chris Sports Fan Page

 

On Nov 12 ,2011 Race for Life in cooperation of Chris Sports  , For the Benefit of Real Life will hold a marathon event that would cater for the needs of the Real Life Foundation for Children who has been homeless and neglected especially on educational support like scholarships ect. We can enjoy the run and have fun and the benefited people will somehow will the warmth and care of each of us especially this coming Christmas.

 

Registration opens on October 9 at Victory Fort Bonifacio. Race packs will also be available from Oct 10 onwards at:

• Chris Sports (SM Megamall)
  
  
• Nike Park (Bonifacio High Street branch), and

• G/F Bookstore Every Nation Bldg., 32nd St. cor. University Pkwy, Bonifacio Global City

Please take note of the following important details:

• Starting point: Grounds in front of Every Nation Building (32nd St cor University Pkwy, Bonifacio Global City).

• 10km race kicks off at 6 AM
  
  
• 5km, 3km, & Amazing Race "Big & Small" races start from 6:15 AMonwards

• Registration available in Nike Park Bonifacio High Street branch & Chris Sports Megamall branch during regular store hours and at the G/F Bookstore of the Every Nation Building in The Fort from Tuesday-Friday, 10am - 7pm (except for 1-2pm lunch break).

• Registration is  P500 for 3K; P600 for 5K;  P700 for the 10K category; and  P800 for Big & Small Team of 2, which includes race kit, finisher t-shirt, and a donation to Real LIFE Foundation.

• Late registration fee: P1,000 (All registrations on race day, Nov 12).

This year's race routes maps

Download 3k map
 
Download 5k map

Download 10k map
 
Download 3k Amazing Race map
Click here to see all the route maps for the Amazing Race, 3k, 5k, and 10k races.  

 

PLUS MANY OTHER PRIZES AND GIVEAWAYS ON RACE DAY!
               

FINESSE

 

A Day with Hunky Men and an Intelligent Hair Care Brand –

Finesse Self-Adjusting Shampoo

Tuesday, October 25, sizzles as hot and hunky celebs and some blogger friends gather together to take the time out to join a so-called Activation event at the Silver City in Pasig.

Meet the Finesse hunks along with some players of the Philippine Volcanoes and let the Finesse hairstylists work wonders in your hair afterwards. The thrill begins at 11 pm on the 25^th. And it's all for free, courtesy of Finesse! Get a chance to bond with the finesse hunks and celebrities of Finesse Self-Adjusting Shampoo through this rare opportunity.

For one, bonding with select members of the national rugby team, even just for a few moments, will make you every woman's envy. But there is something else that will make you the envy of other women: your hair suddenly becoming silky smooth and so manageable with just a small application of Finesse shampoo and conditioner. Finesse is THE brand that really takes care of your hair. It has a self-adjusting formula. Hair when dishevelled easily falls right back into place. You can curl parts of your hair even just with your bare hands while hair is still a little wet because of the high level of manageability of Finesse-shampooed and conditioned hair. What's more, hair looks shiny and feels soft to the touch. After the session this Thursday with a Finesse hair stylist, you can look at yourself in the mirror with the assurance that what you see is the look that has become attainable for you, thanks to Finesse. You can look your best any other time and place as long as Finesse remains your hair care choice.

What's so special about this shampoo-conditioner brand, anyway? Better believe it: Finesse Self-Adjusting Shampoo is the intelligent shampoo. Its self-adjusting formula provides only the nutrients your hair needs, thus preventing build-up or weigh-down.

The event at the Silver City this October 20 heralds your sustained experience of having a consistently beautiful hair. The chance to try out Finesse Self-Adjusting Shampoo that day could well be your best experience ever at hair care.

Regardless of your type of hair, there is an appropriate Finesse variant: one is Texture Enhancing for normal, healthy hair. Another is the Moisturizing dry, for coarse or damaged hair, and Volumizing for fine or thin hair.

As you hobnob with the hunky celebrity guests of Finesse this Thursday, imagine a hunky man’s hand running through your head, massaging your head to perfect relaxation and washing your hair clean with water slowly cascading through its strands, and those masculine hands would seem to be stroking every strand, lathering on Finesse Self-Adjusting Shampoo.

Do you think that's such a wild idea? Not at all. Eat your heart out, but some lucky call center agents got the chance of their lives to have the Finesse celebrity hunks work on their hair with Finesse. It happened just recently, as Finesse embarked on its “I'll Take Care of You” Call Center Invasion where Finesse hunks, including Philippine Volcanoes' Andrew Wolff went to various call centers to give agents tender, loving haircare. The Finesse Hunks shampooed more than a hundred call center agents using Finesse Self-Adjusting Shampoo.

Call centers invaded include: Eperformax, Teletech, Concentrix, SPI Global, TRG, Teletech, and many others. Aside from enjoying a one-of-a-kind shampoo experience, call center agents also had free styling from the Finesse Stylists who blow-dried/ curled their hair and, of course, styled it using Finesse Styling Aids.

The call center agents have a chance to win an Ipad 2 and Samsung Digicams during raffle draws on the following dates:

October 30, 2011 Samsung Digicam

November 15, 2011 Samsung Digicam

November 30, 2011 iPAD 2

Get to know more about Finesse. Visit http://www.facebook.com/finessehaircare.

A once-in-a-lifetime experience? Truly unforgettable! And yes, the result is sustainable, that on the hair, that is.

MAZDATECH IX CARSHOW

 

It was a  Saturday  afternoon bristling with some rains and sometimes sun brightens,  in the place where Mazdatech carshow in Tendesitas Rosario Pasig where cars of different models especially Mazda and some brands that competes of its looks and styles. I am with three of my IT  companions trying to observed and assessed the kind of cars that has been selected for the competion.

 

And here are the pictures we have selected who passes our tastes for the technology.

 

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