MOVIES: LIGHTNING STRIKES IN NEW “CARS 3” TRAILER

Disney-Pixar's eagerly anticipated sequel Cars 3 has released a new, gritty trailer that further revealed dramatic plot points our hero, Lightning McQueen, may have to confront.

Check out the trailer at http://youtu.be/U1eQYk74R1g and watch Cars 3 when it opens in the Philippines on August 23, 2017.

In the film, blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast racers, the legendary Lightning McQueen (voice of Owen Wilson) is suddenly pushed out of the sport he loves. To get back in the game, he will need the help of an eager young race technician, Cruz Ramirez (voice of Cristela Alonzo), with her own plan to win, plus inspiration from the late Fabulous Hudson Hornet and a few unexpected turns. Proving that #95 isn’t through yet will test the heart of a champion on Piston Cup Racing’s biggest stage!

The animated adventure is directed by Brian Fee (storyboard artist “Cars,” “Cars 2“) and produced by Kevin Reher (“A Bug’s Life,” “La Luna” short).

“Cars 3” is distributed by Walt Disney Studios Philippines.

MOVIES: OWEN WILSON, ARMIE HAMMER BUCKLE UP FOR “CARS 3”

High-Octane Adventure Cruises into PH Theaters August 23, 2017

Disney•Pixar’s “Cars 3” filmmakers revealed key cast members and new characters in the upcoming faster-than-fast film. Joining Owen Wilson in the all-new story that tests the heart of a champion in a high-tech world are Cristela Alonzo and Armie Hammer as unconventional trainer Cruz Ramirez and next-gen racer Jackson Storm, respectively.

“Cristela is full of optimism and a positive energy that I think really comes through in Cruz’s personality,” said “Cars 3” director Brian Fee. “And of course, she’s a hilarious comedian, so that doesn’t hurt either.”

“Armie brought a great combination of intensity and charm to the role of Jackson Storm,” said Fee. “His charisma helped create a character you really love to hate.”

Directed by Fee (storyboard artist “Cars,” “Cars 2“) and produced by Kevin Reher (“A Bug’s Life,” “La Luna” short), “Cars 3” cruises into theaters on June 16, 2017.

Announced “Cars 3” Cast & Characters:

Lightning McQueen is world champion—a modern-day racing legend who’s riding high with five Piston-Cup wins under his hood. Suddenly, he finds himself faced with a new generation of racers who threaten not only his dominance in the sport—but the confidence that got him there. Determined to get back to the pole position, the #95 must decide if his love for racing is enough to fuel the comeback of his life.

Owen Wilson (“The Royal Tenenbaums,” upcoming “Wonder”) returns to the racetrack as the voice of the champion. Wilson stars in the upcoming Woody Harrelson-directed live film “Lost in London.”

Cruz Ramirez is a sunny-but-fierce unconventional trainer at the Rust-eze Racing Center. She expertly arms the team's talented rookies with cutting-edge tools to tear up the track—but she nearly stalls when her longtime idol Lightning McQueen shows up. While she’d love to help him find his way back to the top, she knows the competition is faster than ever, and victory is all about speed—or is it?

Cristela Alonzo (“The Angry Birds Movie”) was called on to help bring the character to life. Alonzo’s debut stand-up special for Netflix, “Lower Classy,” which debuts on Jan. 24, 2017, showcases the comedian’s life as a the daughter of an immigrant, touching on important issues like social class, breaking the glass ceiling and how she can’t get the hang of Zumba.

Jackson Storm is fast, sleek and ready to race. A frontrunner in the next generation of racers, Storm’s quiet confidence and cocky demeanor are off-putting—but his unmatched speed threatens to redefine the sport. Trained on high-tech simulators that are programmed to perfect technique and maximize velocity, Jackson Storm is literally built to be unbeatable—and he knows it.

Armie Hammer (“Birth of a Nation”) was tapped as the voice of Jackson Storm. Hammer recently appeared in Tom Ford’s “Nocturnal Animals.” He will next be seen starring in “Free Fire,” directed by Ben Wheatley; “Final Portrait,” directed by Stanley Tucci; and “Call Me by Your Name,” directed by Luca Guadagnino.

Movies: “CARS 3” TEASER TRAILER WARNS EVERYTHING WILL CHANGE

Wasn't really excited when I first heard that there was going to be a 3rd Cars movie BUT when I saw the surprisingly dark and cryptic trailer I was impressed and now curious. 🚗

The unexpectedly dark teaser trailer of Disney/Pixar's Cars 3 is off to the races, arriving with a cryptic tagline, “From this moment on, everything will change.”

Check out the trailer at https://youtu.be/E4K7JgPJ8-s and watch Cars 3 when it opens in the Philippines in 2017.

In the film, blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast racers, the legendary Lightning McQueen (voice of Owen Wilson) is suddenly pushed out of the sport he loves. To get back in the game, he will need the help of an eager young race technician, Cruz Ramirez, with her own plan to win, plus inspiration from the late Fabulous Hudson Hornet and a few unexpected turns. Proving that #95 isn’t through yet will test the heart of a champion on Piston Cup Racing’s biggest stage!

Directed by Brian Fee (storyboard artist “Cars,” “Cars 2“) and produced by Kevin Reher (“A Bug’s Life,” “La Luna” short), “Cars 3” is distributed by Walt Disney Studios Philippines.

Rush Movie Premiere

This is actually a very late blog post, apologies for the delay there are just so many things happening now and so many things coming in the future and so I am pretty busy but busy is good and there are so many events lined up I'm so excited! :) I won't be giving anything away yet but here are two clues: Neon and Sparks that's all I'm saying for now so here is the Rush Movie Premiere blog post!

Rivals. Chris Hemsworth as the English playboy James Hunt and Daniel Bruhl as the Austrian Perfectionist Niki Lauda. 

Last September 6, 2013 we were invited to an advanced screening of Rush at Rockwell. I really didn't think much of it and I just thought that it was your regular racing movie but looking deeper in the movie I realized just how wrong I was. 

It is mentioned in the movie that men love women but if there is something that they love more than women it is cars and I think that there is some truth to this as I have no interest in cars whatsover but Paul was all on the edge of his seat during the movie. Even if I'm not a big car fan i was very much impressed and enjoyed the movie Rush. You can check my upcoming movies blog post here. 

Rush tells the true story of one of Formula One's most fierce rivalries between Niki Lauda and James Hunt during the 1976 F1 World Championship. Not only does the story focus on their time on the track but the movie beautifully weaves in and out of their personal lives showing the two racers in a very human light. 

With award winning director Ron Howard at the helm it is no wonder how the movie can really transport you back in time and make you feel as if you really are in the 70s or on the very track where the cars would speed by all in a blur. From the blade of grass to the side of the road that flies up in the air as the cars race past Ron Howard gives you jaw dropping angles and camera motions that will really amaze you. I'll give you a tip- they actually mixed in actual footages of the original races in the movie to you that 'real' feel so watch out for that in the movie! 

Aside from the beautiful and masterful telling of the story, the story itself -true at that of how two rivals brought out the best in each one in the dangerous and competitive world of F1 racing. 

The ladies just love James Hunt. It is rumored that James Hunt slept with over 5,000 women. 

Aside from the beautiful story of rivals and the beautiful and artistic delivery of the story from Howard, I applaud the performance of the cast, especially Daniel Bruhl, who is both annoying and endearing as Niki Lauda. Watching Chris Hemsworth on the screen, I still can't get him as Thor off my head.

I got my eye on you. Niki Lauda staring down his Rival James Hunt before the start of the race. 

Depicting the rock and roll life of James Hunt, there were some nudity scenes in the movie, I would not recommend that you bring the little ones for this film. Aside from the nudity scenes, there is are a couple car crashes in the movie and some graphic injuries. I'm a nurse and I was squeamish with the injuries and hospital procedures. Of course all of it was important in the film, to portray the real danger that comes with the glam of Formula 1 racing. 

Wheels for Wheels: BGC Auto Show

Nothing is more fulfilling than being able to do a good deed while having fun at it- and that is exactly what you can do and more when you head over the BGC Wheel for Wheels Auto Show! 

Not only will the Car show be filled with amazing top of the line cars, booths for car paraphernalia, beautiful babes (basically anything that can make a guy smile) but by going to this Car show you also get to help our brothers and sisters from Tahanan Walang Hagdahan Inc., since 100% of the proceeds - YES! 100% of the proceeds will be going to them.  

To be more specific, the proceeds of the event will help fund the the construction of Tahanan Walang Hagdanan's proposed powder-coating facility which will support the livelihood of our brothers and sisters. It's great since it's going to be a 'Teach a man how to fish, instead of giving them the fish' kind of deal.  :)

Wheels for Wheels Bag from Bambag Canvas Bags 

Presented by SNG Productions, the BGC Auto show will feature different types of cars from tuner cars, race cars and vintage classics! So if you are a car lover then this is definitely a trip you would want to take. 

Awards to be won: 

There are over 100 awards to be given during the show and the categories are so wide everyone will have a chance to win! 

His Airness showing off his past awards, do you think this car will win during the BGC Auto Show? - photo taken during the Marikina Beat the Heat Auto Show.

Beat the Heat - Marikina Auto Show

Subaru WRX 

Part of our very busy Saturday of May 4, 2013 (see the 7th anniversary DPP blog post and FCBD) was covering the (Beat the Heat) Marikina Auto Show. This is actually Marikina's first ever Auto show - and it's for a cause! 

The event was organized by the Rotary Club of Marikina Dist 3800 and the City Government of Marikina. 

It is interesting to note that the title of the event was very apt -since it really did Beat the Heat- when there was a sudden downpour of rain and this was just when we arrived at the event but of course just like everything else the show must go on and the good natured people of Marikina simply wiped the rain of their well loved cars. It was admirable that they really did not let the rain get to them. 

Promotional Poster for the Auto Show. 

Even though Paul and I own a Honda City, we are not really 'car' people. Paul may know a thing or two about cars but for me it's really not up my alley so apologies for the blog post or lack of it rather. 

I guess for blog posts like these the photos will have to do most of the talking ;) 

Isuzu D-Max

For this blog post we will also be featuring photos from guest photographer Pogs Francisco - You can check out his photos below and MORE on his Facebook page :) 

Pogs Francisco for Pcheng Photography 

Pogs Francisco for Pcheng Photography