Monster (怪物) - Finding The Unknown Things

When talking about Japanese monsters in general, we know them as bakemono (化け物), but there is also another term for monsters which is kaibutsu (怪物). Which makes me wonder about this 2023 film which also had its premiere at the 76th Cannes Film Festival.

Starring Sakura Andō, Eita Nagayama, Soya Kurokawa, Hinata Hiiragi, and Yūko Tanaka, initially it feels like a thriller or horror film because of its trailer. But I guess it was intended to redirect the expectation for the storyline which has a very interesting twist.

Initially, the story tells the complicated relationship between mother and child, classmates and their teacher, the school and back to their families. The problems arose with the changes in Minato (Sōya Kurokawa) was noticed by his mother, Saori (Sakura Andō) and this prompted her to investigate the involvement of his teacher Hori (Eita Nagayama) and classmate Hoshikawa (Hinata Hiiragi). Things gets more complicated as more secrets and atrocities are revealed. 

Sylvia Goes Darker With Jesusa

For this year's Sinag maynila Film Festival, Sylvia Sanchez becomes part of one of the showcase films titled JESUSA. This depressing yet challenging character is perfect for Sylvia who has proven herself in recent years her prowess in acting.

Directed by Ronaldo Carballo and produced by OEPM (Oeuvre Events and Production Management), the film also stars Allen Dizon, Mara Lopez, Ynez Veneracion, Malu Barry, Vince Tanada, Fanny Serrano, Beverly Salviejo, and Uno Santiago.

The role of Jesusa was originally meant for Superstar Nora Aunor but was not able to finalize the contract. However they  highly considered Sylvia Sanchez as her work showed her credentials.

More heart-wrenching scenes unfold in “The Greatest Love” finale

The story of Gloria’s (Sylvia Sanchez) love for her children and the sacrifices she makes to keep her family intact in the TV series “The Greatest Love” has touched many lives and has left valuable lessons for viewers nationwide via ABS-CBN, and in key countries worldwide via TFC.

Sanchez’ character showed the strength and the unconditional love of parents for their children, proving that there is no greater love than a mother’s love. The series also became an avenue to shed light about Alzheimer’s disease, and its effect on filial relationships.  Gloria and her children Amanda (Dimples Romana), Andrei (Matt Evans), Paeng (Aaron Villaflor), Lizelle (Andi Eigenmann), and grandson Z (Joshua Garcia) continue to prove that everyone can rise from this adversity when there is love and hope in everyone’s hearts.

Family Drama “THE GREATEST LOVE” Premieres In ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold This Monday

ABS-CBN finally launches its newest and much-anticipated family drama “The Greatest Love” premieres in Kapamilya Gold this Monday (September 5).

At 59, Gloria’s (Sylvia Sanchez) only wish is to have a happy family and for her children to Amanda (Dimples Romana), Andrei (Matt Evans), Paeng (Arron Villaflor), Lizelle (Andi Eigenmann), and grandson Z (Joshua Garcia) to lead good lives.

Gloria happily embraces her role as a mother, giving her best to her children, shielding them from the all the pain and struggles that she herself went through.