Movies: Wickedly Funny “The Favourite” Dominates 2019 Academy Awards Opens February 20 Exclusive At Ayala Malls Cinemas

Nicholas Hoult in The Favourite

Bagging the most nominations in major categories in this year’s Academy Awards, “The Favourite” vies for Best Picture, Best Director (Yorgos Lanthimos), Best Actress in a Leading Role (Olivia Colman), Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Rachel Weisz and Emma Stone), Best Original Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best in Costume Design, Best in Film Editing and Best in Production Design.  “The Favourite” stars a pool of strongly talented cast led by Olivia Colman along with Rachel Weisz, Emma Stone, Nicholas Hoult and Joe Alwyn that brings us to the much-overlooked period of British monarchy during Queen Anne’s (Colman) reign, the last of the Stuart line of rulers, has perhaps in history has been unfairly dismissed.

Movies: Ayala Malls Cinemas Brings “Solo: A Star Wars Story” To Life On The Big Screen

Premiere @ Ayala Malls Cinemas’ Glorietta 4 with Local Celebrities and Fans

Ayala Malls Cinemas with The Walt Disney Studios Company Philippines take entertainment a universe higher with the latest release of Lucas Films’ “Solo: A Star Wars Story” as the 501st Legion and Bagong Pag-Asa Base, Rebel Legion recently came in full force at Glorietta for an unforgettable experience that provided fans, guests and mall patrons a chance to take photos and selfies with their favorite Star Wars characters.

Following the parade of Star Wars characters at the atrium of Glorietta Activity Center, Chewbacca’s 7.4-ft statue was finally unveiled at the cinema lobby before the start of the special screening. The special display will be at Glorietta 4 cinema lobby in time for the movie’s release window at Ayala Malls Cinemas starting May23.

Movies: Canine Pets Exiled In “Isle Of Dogs” - Exclusive At Ayala Malls Cinemas Starting May 30

On May 30, help save the dogs from exile as Ayala Malls Cinemas exclusively brings 20th Century Fox’s “Isle of Dogs” at Glorietta 4,   Trinoma, Market!Market!, Cloverleaf Balintawak and Fairview Terraces.

“Isle of Dogs” tells the story of Atari Kobayashi, 12-year-old ward to corrupt Mayor Kobayashi. Set in the Japanese Archipelago, twenty years in the future when canine-saturation has reached epidemic proportions and an outbreak of Snout-Fever rips through the city of Megasaki. Dog-Flu threatens to cross the species threshold and enter the human disease pool. Mayor Kobayashi of Uni Prefecture calls for a hasty quarantine: the expulsion and containment of all breeds, both stray and domesticated. By official decree, Trash Island becomes an exile colony  - The Isle of Dogs.

Movies: Instituto Cervantes’ PELÍCULA Spanish Film Festival at Ayala Malls Cinemas’ Greenbelt 3 Now Playing until October 15

Currently on screen until October 15, PELÍCULA-PELIKULA, the biggest Spanish film festival in Asia, will be featuring the best of contemporary Spanish cinema at the Greenbelt 3 Cinemas, Makati. Presented by Instituto Cervantes, the Embassy of Spain-AECID, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) and Ayala Cinemas, the 16th edition of the Spanish Film Festival will screen more than 20 films.

Since its conception in 2002 by Instituto Cervantes, the Festival has traditionally been graced by the presence of Spanish and Latin American filmmakers. In this edition, film director Salvador Calvo will fly to Manila to open the Festival with his movie 1898, Los últimos de Filipinas. Produced in 2016, the film retells the story of the Baler siege, where in 1898 a group of Spanish soldiers resisted for 337 days without knowing that the war was over. Director Salvador Calvo will have a Q&A with the audience on October 6, at 9:30pm.

The line-up of films shows a list of genres ranging from romance and comedy (La noche en que mi madre mató a mi madre, El ciudadano ilustre) to documentaries (Frágil equilibrio), thrillers (Al final del túnel, El hombre de las mil caras), animation movies (Psiconautas), and dramas (Que Dios nos perdone, Tarde para la ira).

Aside from its line-up of movies in different genres, the film festival also gives tribute to Latin- American cinema with movies from Argentina, México and Venezuela.

In December, thanks to the collaboration of the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), a selection of the films shown in the Festival will travel to other cities in the Philippines, and will have a second leg in Baguio, Ilo-ilo, and Davao. 

Audience Choice Award
Also, one should not miss the “Audience Choice” Award that happens in every edition of PELÍCULA. During the Festival, the audience will be given stubs with which they can rate the movies they have seen. For every five movies, members of the audience qualify to join the raffle where they get a chance to win a round-trip ticket to Spain.

Presented by Instituto Cervantes, the Embassy of Spain–AECID, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), and Ayala Cinemas, PELÍCULA is made possible by Rustan’s, Fundador, Turkish Airlines, Philippine Transmarine Carriers, and TurEspaña, in collaboration with Ayala Museum, Diamond Hotel, the Spanish Chamber of Commerce, Cut Print Productions, the Embassy of Argentina, the Embassy of Mexico and the Embassy of Venezuela.     

For the schedule, line-up of films and further information on the Festival, please log on to Instituto Cervantes website (www.manila.cervantes.es) or visit the Facebook page of Instituto Cervantes: www.facebook.com/InstitutoCervantesManila and at Ayala Malls Cinemas’ www.sureseats.com

Movies: Adolfo Alix Jr. LGBT Hit Film “4 Days” - Exclusive at Ayala Malls Cinemas Starting October 18

Love holds no bounds they say, and for people who are part of the LGBT community, your first love is what sometimes define you and what you want in a partner. When things don’t work out, that love is what teaches you lessons in love and life.

Most of us want a love that lasts, a love that will be nourished and cherished, and is what’s in store in Adolfo Alix Jr’s “4 Days” starring Mikoy Morales and Sebastian Castro.

Set inside the spacious and beautiful grounds of the University of the Philippines Diliman, it tells the story of Mark (Mikoy Morales) who goes about in his first day of college inside UP, where he meets his roommate Derek (Sebastian Castro) and as the two go through four years of college together, with every valentine’s day they try to get through their feelings for each other while staying inside the closet.

Movies: 22nd French Film Festival At Ayala Malls Cinemas’

Greenbelt 3 And Bonifacio High Street On June 9 - 17

From the land of romance and haute couture, Ayala Malls Cinemas brings a slice of the good life from France with the upcoming 22nd French Film Festival that started June 9 until June 17 at Greenbelt 3 and Bonifacio High Street cinemas.  The film festival is in cooperation with the Embassy of France to the Philippines, Institut Français, the Alliance Français de Manille and Cebu and the Film Development Council of the Philippines.   

One of the country’s highly-anticipated film festivals, the French Film Festival showcases twelve critically-acclaimed full-length films featuring the (French’s) charming culture.  The film festival aims to immerse the local audience with the French’s unique storytelling of their culture. 

Movies: Rocking The Galaxy At Ayala Malls Cinemas’ Greenbelt 3

South Korean model, radio dj Jinri Park at Greenbelt3

Ayala Malls Cinemas, together with Disney Philippines, brought the latest out-of-this-world cinema experience during its recently concluded special invitational screening of Marvel Studios’ blockbuster sequel “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” attended by celebrities, influencers and fans who also geared up as their favorite Guardians character.    

Spotted during the screening were Martin Nievera with son Ram Nievera; Inigo Pascual; The Voice Kids’  Kyle Echarri and Darren Espanto; Paolo Paraiso; Joross Gamboa; Lougee Basabas-Alejandro and Ali Alejandro; Yael Yuson and the rest of SpongeCola; YouTube stars Niana and Ranz Kyle Guerrero; Marie Lozano, Director Mark Reyes with Encantadia cast Pancho Magno, Max Collins, Ara San Agustin, Mikee Quintos, Phytos Ramirez and Carlo Gonzalez; RX 93.1’s Chico Garcia, Rica Garcia and Gino Quillamor; Niño Alejandro; Jillian Gatcheco-Cantada; Tracy Abad; Myx VJ Ai dela Cruz; Dawn Chang; Jinri Park; Isa Litton.

Martin Nievera and son Ram Nievera at Greenbelt 3

Picking up where “Guardians of the Galaxy”—2014’s highest grossing film of the summer—left off, Marvel Studios’ “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” continues the action-packed, irreverent, epic space adventures of Peter Quill a.k.a Star-Lord and his gang of eccentric characters as they patrol and protect the universe, doing mercenary work in the wake of the popularity and fame they garnered from saving Xandar.

Set at the backdrop of Awesome Mixtape #2, the story follows the team as they fight to keep their newfound family together while traversing the outer reaches of the cosmos to unravel the mysteries of Peter Quill’s true parentage. Old foes become new allies and fan-favorite characters from the classic comics will come to our heroes’ aid as the Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to expand.  

MYXPh VJ Ai Mendoza at Greenbelt3 screening of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol2

As a treat to valued movie patrons, Ayala Malls Cinemas hosted a Movie Fan Night at Glorietta 4, TriNoma, Solenad and MarQuee Mall. Fans got a limited-edition Groot figurine, popcorn & drinks as a special bundle to their movie tickets. Guardians of the Galaxy novelty items were also given away to some lucky fans who joined the movie trivia.

Check out Ayala Malls Cinemas’ social pages - Ayala Malls Cinemas (Facebook), @iloveSureSeats (Twitter) and @iloveAyalaMallsCinemas (Instagram) for the latest promotions, schedule and updates of the latest movies in town.

ABS-CBN's Marie Lozano at Greenbelt3

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Ayala Malls Cinemas And Globe Telecom Unveil New Sureseats.Com

L-R) Dion Asencio, Enterprise Group Sales Head of Globe Telecom; Junie Jalandoni, SVP of Ayala Land and Head of Commercial Business Group; Bobby Dy, CEO of Ayala Land; Rowena Tomeldan, Head of Ayala Malls; Ruby Chiong, CFO of Ayala Malls; Amir Precilla, General Manager of Ayala Malls Cinemas; Glenn Estrella, VP-Digital Ventures of Globe Telecom; Lauren Reid

Movie dates are made even better with Ayala Malls Cinemas! In partnership with industry leader in innovation – Globe Telecom, Ayala Malls Cinemas’ online movie information, ticket reservation, and purchase website – SureSeats.com is now powered by Globe’s Gmovies. With the new SureSeats--optimized for mobile, tablet, or desktop view--the booking process is streamlined through lesser clicks, faster steps, and easier access to movie schedules. It gives its moviegoers a quicker and better way of getting seats and tickets whenever and wherever.

Ayala Malls Cinemas and Globe’s partnership were celebrated with friends from the movie and media industry—including sought-after stars, personalities, and influencers—last March 16 in the exclusive Prohibition Lounge at Greenbelt. Ayala and Globe executives offered a toast in the unveiling of the enhanced website. In attendance were Bobby O. Dy, CEO of Ayala Land; Junie H. Jalandoni, SVP of Ayala Land and Head of Commercial Business Group; Rowena M. Tomeldan, Head of Ayala Malls; Ruby P. Chiong, CFO of Ayala Malls; Dion Asencio, Vice President for Enterprise and IT-Enabled Services Group of Globe Telecom; and Glenn Estrella, Vice President for Digital Ventures of Globe Telecom.

“A trailblazer, GMovies takes pride in its core digital movie ticketing technology. We’re excited to share this to SureSeats patrons and bring them a whole new digital experience in convenience and entertainment,” says Glenn Estrella, Globe Telecom Digital Ventures Vice President.

“We are very excited to reveal the new SureSeats.com now powered by GMovies. We look forward to offering our patrons a complete end-to-end digital experience,” says Amir Precilla, Ayala Malls Cinemas General Manager.

Celebrities and friends from the entertainment industry who graced the re-launch were: Arci Muñoz, Lauren Reid, Jack Reid, Luis Alandy, Marco Alcaraz, Joross Gamboa, Denise Laurel, Meg Imperial, Edgar Allan Guzman, Loren Burgos, Riva Quenery, Sarah Carlos, Mark Neumann, Rein Salamante, Donnalyn Bartolome, Josh Padilla, Cindy Miranda, Shy Carlos, Debbie Garcia, Phoebe Walker, Devon Seron, Miho Nashida, Mikee Agustin, Yexel Sebastian, Fourth Solomon, Fifth Solomon, Enchong Dee, LA Aguinaldo, Jodillyn Pendre, Alaiza Malinao, Miko Raval, Raphael Robes, Jane Oineza, Janeena Chan, Sonja Cali-Kakilala, power mom-daughter tandem Lily and Roselle Monteverde, Warner Bros. Philippines General Manager Francis Soliven, Keren Pascual, and Noel Ferrer.

All were in great spirits as guests were treated to the best cocktails and music. The evening continued with an exclusive movie screening of Beauty and the Beast at Greenbelt 3’s 4DX and all-recliner seats cinemas.

Ayala Malls Cinemas’ Sureseats.com was first launched in 2001 and pioneered online ticket reservation and purchase for movies.  Gmovies’ technologies will help create a wonderful experience as more exciting features will be added to Ayala Malls Cinemas’ SureSeats.com.                

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Movies: Dakota Fanning Turns Revolutionary In Ayala Malls Cinemas’ Exclusive “American Pastoral”

McGregor directs and stars in “American Pastoral” that looks at the life of the legendary high-school athlete Seymour “the Swede” Levov (McGregor) who marries an alluring Miss New Jersey, Dawn (Jennifer Connelly) ad inherits his father’s multi-million dollar glove factory.   Starting a life of civic and domestic bliss, raising his beloved daughter Merry (Fanning) in a big country house in the serene, upscale neighborhood of Old Rimrock, New Jersey. By all appearances, the Swede is a pillar of his community, a paragon of the “greatest generation” – admired as a self-reliant businessman, charitable boss and devoted family man, and gifted with an unerring belief in all the promises of the American Dream.

In the 1960s—amid the unrest fueled by the unpopular Vietnam War—an angry, and increasingly radical, 16 year-old Merry becomes the lead suspect in an astonishing act of deadly violence in the Levov’s halcyon rural town, upending her father and his vision of the world. Determined to come to grips with what has happened to his loved ones, the Swede goes on a quest not only to find Merry – now on the run as a fugitive from justice – but to restore the Levov family and his own heart.

Dakota Fanning is at the central and plays the pivotal role of the teen-aged and adult Merry Levov in the movie, who detonates her family’s bucolic life when she becomes a wanted terrorist while still just an adolescent. An actor since the age of 6, Fanning’s work has been widely recognized in films spanning from blockbusters such as “The Twilight Saga” and “War of the Worlds” to dramatic roles in “The Secret Lives of Bees” and “I Am Sam.”

Movies: Ewan Mcgregor’s Directorial Debut “American Pastoral” Exclusive At Ayala Malls Cinemas

Two-time Golden Globe® nominee Ewan McGregor stars and debuts as a director in the deeply affecting father-daughter story “American Pastoral” based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Philip Roth that chronicles the profound changes in the last half-century of American life. The adaptation focuses in on the Swede’s search for his daughter and the resonant themes of uncertainty, shifting fates, family and loss, that took the filmmakers nearly thirteen years to bring to the screen.

“American Pastoral” follows a family’s idyllic existence that was shattered by social and political turmoil that will change the fabric of American culture forever. Ewan McGregor makes his directorial debut and stars as Seymour “Swede” Levov, a once legendary high school athlete who is now a successful businessman married to Dawn (Jennifer Connelly), a former beauty queen. But turmoil brews beneath the polished veneer of Swede’s life. When his beloved daughter, Merry (Dakota Fanning), disappears after being accused of committing a violent act, Swede dedicates himself to finding her and reuniting his family. What he discovers shakes him to the core, forcing him to look beneath the surface and confront the chaos that is shaping the modern world around him.

Lakeshore Entertainment producer Gary Lucchesi reflects on what drove him to stay on course throughout the long but steadfast creative process: “I have always wanted to make a father daughter story. I read the script, I cried, and I knew I had to make the movie one way or another,” he recalls. “I saw in it the story of a man who has an uncompromising love for his daughter through thick and thin. I love dramas about human beings that you can relate to and experiences that you can imagine. That’s what really turns me on as a filmmaker. Every now and then, you get a chance to do something like this that you covet—so you give it everything you have.”

Ewan McGregor, known for his wide-ranging roles in films spanning from the innovative and edgy “Trainspotting 1 & 2”, “Velvet Goldmine” and “Moulin Rouge” to the acclaimed dramas “Ghost Writer” and “Salmon Fishing in the Yemen” -- was attached to play the central character of the Swede in American Pastoral long before signing on to direct the film.

McGregor knew this was a rare opportunity. Ultimately, it was his love of the material that led to his decision to take a leap into his feature film directorial debut. “I was very moved by the script and I was completely taken by the Swede and the study of father daughter relationships,” he says.  “I’ve always wanted to direct, but I didn’t want to just direct for the sake of it.  I wanted to have a story that I was compelled to tell,”  McGregor explains.

An Ayala Malls Cinemas’ exclusive presentation, “American Pastoral” opens on April 5 at Glorietta 4 and Trinoma cinemas.

MOVIES: AYALA MALLS CINEMAS’ 2ND WAVE OF CINEMA CLASSICS FILIPINO FILMS IN RETROSPECT AT GLORIETTA AND TRINOMA FROM MARCH 1 – 7

After the success of the Cinema Classics at U.P. Town Center early this January, Ayala Malls Cinemas in partnership with ABS-CBN Film Restorations Group bring another round of spectacular movies from the archives that are now masterfully digitalized for better appreciation in the big screen of today.

“Cinema Classics is bigger now as we hold it simultaneously at Glorietta and TriNoma to serve our north and south moviegoers. We have more choices with really well-loved films that I’m sure the fans would love again to see in the cinemas. We have One More Chance of John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo which is celebrating its 10th year this year. We have a Nora Aunor starrer, Tatlong Taon Walang Diyos celebrating its 40th year, with the Superstar’s showbiz anniversary also now at its golden year. And of course, the much-awaited premiere Hihintayin Kita Sa Langit top-billed by the classic Richard Gomez and Dawn Zulueta loveteam. There are really a lot to look forward to” says Amir V. Precilla, General Manager of Ayala Malls Cinemas.

“Hihintayin Kita Sa Langit” directed by Carlos Siguion-Reyna will be premiered at Ayala Malls Cinemas at Glorietta on February 27. A story about Don Joaquin (Jose Mari Avellana) adopts the young orphan Gabriel (Jomari Yllana/Richard Gomez) who grows up in a sprawling hacienda with her daughter Carmina (Guila Alvarez/Dawn Zulueta) and his son Milo (Gio Alvarez/Mark Gil). Carmina loves to fantasize about royalty and being a princess. All is well for Gabriel until the old Don dies and the malevolent son Milo throws Gabriel out of the house to live in the stable as a farm hand. Carmina and Gabriel, being passionately in love, spend all their time together on a promontory near the sea until Carmina meets the rich and prominent Alan Ilustre (Eric Quizon), who dazzles her with expensive gifts and his wealth. Carmina begins to doubt her future with poor Gabriel. Overhearing Carmina's sentiments, Gabriel is heartbroken and goes away to return after a few years with his vengeance.

Cinema Classics will also feature films that include Olivia Lamasan’s “Madrasta” (1996) (Sharon Cuneta, Christopher De Leon, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Claudine Barretto), “Minsan Minahal Kita” (2000) (Sharon Cuneta, Richard Gomez, Edu Manzano), “Got To Believe” (2002) (Rico Yan, Claudine Barretto, Dominic Ochoa) and “In My Life” (2009) (Vilma Santos, John Lloyd Cruz, Luis Manzano); Laurice Guillen’s “Tanging Yaman” (2000) (Gloria Romero, Johnny Delgado, Hilda Koronel); Rory Quintos’ “Anak” (2000) (Vilma Santos, Claudine Barretto); Carlitos Siguion Reyna’s “Ang Lalaki Sa Buhay Ni Selya” (1998) (Rosanna Roces, Ricky Davao); Marilou Diaz-Abaya’s “Karnal” (1983) (Charito Solis, Philip Salvador), Peque Gallaga’s “Oro Plata Mata” (1983) (Liza Lorena, Cherrie Gil, Sandy Andolong); Danny Zialcita’s “Nagalit Ang Buwan Sa Haba Ng Gabi” (1983) (Dindo Fernando, Gloria Diaz, Eddie Garcia, Laurice Guillen); Jerry Lopez Sineneng’s “Labs Kita Okey Ka Lang?” (1998) (Marvin Agustin, Jolina Magdangal); Cathy Garcia-Molina’s “One More Chance” (2007) (John Lloyd Cruz, Bea Alonzo).

Get your tickets now at www.sureseats.com . You may also check Ayala Malls Cinemas Facebook page, Twitter @iLoveSureseats and Instagram @iLoveAyalaMallsCinemas for updates. Experience it best at Ayala Malls Cinemas!

AYALA MALLS CINEMAS’ WWW.SURESEATS.COM ADVANCES VIA GLOBE TELECOM, INC.

(L-R): Amir Precilla - General Manager of Ayala Malls Cinemas; Rowena Tomeldan - Head of Operations and Support Services, Ayala Commercial Business Group; Jose Emmanuel Jalandoni - Group Head, Commercial Business, Ayala Land Offices, Hotels and Resorts, ALI Capital; Ernest Cu - President & CEO of Globe Telecom; Ruby Chiong VP and CFO of Ayala Commercial Business Group and; Glenn Estrella - VP of Globe Telecom's Digital Ventures

Ayala Land, Inc. and Globe Telecom, Inc. recently signed a partnership for the development of Ayala Malls Cinemas’ online movie ticketing site, www.sureseats.com.  With this joint endeavor, Ayala Malls Cinemas’ SureSeats will be more up-to-date and user-friendly as moviegoers navigate to book the most anticipated films and choose their preferred seats.  Globe’s technological advancement will help create a wonderful experience as more exciting features will be added soon at Ayala Malls Cinemas’ SureSeats.

MOVIES: AYALA MALLS CINEMAS GOES BACK IN TIME AT U.P. TOWN CENTER CINEMAS ON JANUARY 11–15 “CINEMA CLASSICS – FILIPINO FILMS IN RETROSPECT”

Ayala Malls Cinemas, in partnership with ABS-CBN Film Restorations group, goes back in time reflecting the best of Philippine cinema with the upcoming “Cinema Classics – Filipino Films in Retrospect” at U.P. Town Center from January 11 – 15.  The first installment for this year, reviving the classics at U.P. Town Center, the restored Filipino classic films will also soon takeoff in other Ayala Malls Cinemas.

“We are proud that Cinema Classics opens at U.P. Town Center which features the works of Filipino master filmmakers in different genres”, said Rowena M. Tomeldan, President of Ayala Malls. You can expect to watch films such as Ishmael Bernal’s Himala (Nora Aunor); Mike De Leon’s Hindi Nahahati ang Langit(Lorna Tolentino, Dina Bonnevie, Edu Manzano and Christopher De Leon), Kung Mangarap Ka’t Magising(Christopher De Leon and Hilda Koronel) and Kakabakaba Ka Ba (Charo Santos, Jay Ilagan, Christopher De Leon); Laurice Guillen’s Kasal? (Christopher De Leon and Hilda Koronel); Chito S. Roño’s Dekada ‘70 (Vilma Santos, Christopher De Leon), Patayin sa Sindak si Barbara (Lorna Tolentino, Dawn Zulueta); Olivia M. Lamasan’s Sana Maulit Muli (Lea Salonga, Aga Muhlach); Jose Javier Reyes’ Batang PX (Patrick Garcia, Zsa Zsa Padilla); Peque Gallaga’s and Lore Reyes’ Magic Temple and Peque Gallaga’s Oro Plata Mata.  

“Cinema Classics” opened last January 10 at U.P. Town Center featuring the Marvin Agustin – Jolina Magdangal movie “Labs Kita...Okey Ka Lang?” by Jerry Lopez Sineneng about a girl who falls in love with her best friend. The 1998 romantic comedy film follows the story of a girl named Bujoy (Magdangal) who is torn on expressing her love to Ned (Agustin) who seems to only have his mind and heart on his band.

           

In recent interviews, ABS-CBN’s Leo Katigbak is grateful for Ayala Malls Cinemas’ support, “We are lucky that our Sagip Pelikula Film Preservation Advocacy has strong support from the Ayala management and it is very critical for us that our partners are just as passionate and committed to making this effort viable and sustainable. We have restored more than 120 titles already but unless people get to see them, we can’t really say we have succeeded in preserving our legacy. We are hopeful that the partnership with UPTC is the start of more tie-ups with Ayala Malls,” said Leo Katigbak, head of ABS-CBN Film Restoration Project.

It was a nostalgic starry night as director Jerry Lopez Sineneng with screenwriter Ricky Lee along with the movie’s lead stars Marvin and Jolina graced the opening night of “Cinema Classics” at U.P. Town Center.  Also present at the event were Ayala executives and noted celebrities Mika Dela Cruz, Kyla, Jay-R, Rochelle Pangilinan, KZ Tandingan, Mark Escueta and Jayson Dy. “Mar-jo” were warmly welcomed by their fans with cheers and squeals reminiscent of their love team days. Some of the fans even came from nearby provinces to reminisce with their idols and see the movie once more now in its digitally remastered format.

Setting out at the Ayala Malls, this program will be featured in various Ayala Malls Cinemas this year. U.P. Town Center begins to showcase the best from the past in Philippine cinema this week until January 15. Tickets cost P220, with a discounted rate of P180 for students. Check out Ayala Malls Cinemas’www.sureseats.com and social pages - Ayala Malls Cinemas (Facebook), @ilovesureseats (Twitter) and @iloveAyalaMallsCinemas (Instagram) for the latest updates and schedules of the classics.

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Movie News: New Cinema Alert! UP Town Center Unveils 4DX! RECLINER SEATS AND POWERFUL DOLBY ATMOS TECHNOLOGY

U.P. Town Center is looking real good, with a Satchmi store opening soon and now new cinemas! 

Buckle up, sit tight and rediscover movies as Ayala Malls Cinemas’ U.P. Town Center (along Katipunan Ave., QC) opened the first 4DX^TM screen in the city at its recent launch (July 15) of its multiplex of cinemas that also houses luxurious recliner seats and the latest in Dolby Atmos technology.   

                 Responsive to the needs of the community, Ayala Malls Cinemas’ U.P. Town Center intensifies the cinematic experience notches higher with its four (4) state-of-the-art cinemas – (1)Recliner seats equipped in Dolby Atmos^TM , (2) Dolby digital theatres and (1) 4DX^TM cinema.        

                 Be in the movie by using all of your senses with U.P. Town Center’s 4DX^TMcinema, the first of its kind in northern Metro Manila.  Stimulating not just the eyes but the rest of the senses too, 4DX^TM has indeed transformed the experience of watching movies.   Its 4DX^TM motion chairs are equipped with bottom and back shakers and leg ticklers - tilts forward, backward, side to side and nudges in the back. Further immersing the audience, the cinema’s environmental effects feature that emits wind, bubbles, different scents, water, fog and lightning are seamlessly synchronized with the action on screen. 

                 For the keen listener, another first in the area is the Dolby Atmos^TMtechnology that creates powerful, moving audio and introduces two important concepts to cinema sound – audio objects and overhead speakers.  Sounds flow all around the cinema while comfortably watching in the motorized recliner seats while fully engaged with what’s happening on the big screen – 2D, 3D and 4DX.  

                 Hungry for more? Complementing an unparalleled impressive cinematic experience, U.P. Town Center Cinemas has a Movie Snack Bar too that also offers a wide range of snacks and refreshments for a fully satisfying movie treat. 

                 The only University Town Center in the country, U.P. Town Center Cinemas’ schedule can also be accessed at Ayala Malls Cinemas’ www.sureseats.com – an online portal of movie schedules where one can reserve and buy tickets in advance.  Additionally, Ayala Malls Cinemas’ MPass card is a reloadable prepaid movie card that comes in handy for online and over the counter ticket purchases which also offers exclusive promos.

                 Present during the launch of U.P. Town Center Cinemas featuring the latest “Ghostbusters” movie are Ms. Rowena M. Tomeldan - President of Ayala Land Malls Inc., Atty. Rolly S. Dueñas - Deputy General Manager of Ayala Malls Cinemas, Mr. Robert J. Lotho - General Manager of U.P. Town Center, Mr. Amir V. Precilla - General Manager of Ayala Malls Cinemas and Mr. Mark L. Sablan - Senior Division Manager of Ayala Land Inc. 

                 The event was graced by celebrities and prominent personalities such as Angelika dela Cruz, Jane Oneiza, Leo Katigbak, Sec. Rene Almendras, Vincent Del Rosario, Loisa Andalio, Jairus Aquino and Yves Flores.