Movies: Cast of Marvel Studios’ Captain Marvel - Brie Larson, Samuel L. Jackson, Gemma Chan, and Directors, Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck - to Bring Star Power to Marina Bay Sands in Singapore

Singapore, 15 January 2019 - One of the most powerful Super Heroes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe – Captain Marvel – is set to make landfall at the iconic Marina Bay Sands for a special Fan Event on Thursday, 14 February.

Hot on the heels of Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Infinity War fan event last April, Marina Bay Sands is prepping the ground for another heart-stopping Fan Event for the highly anticipated movie, Marvel Studios’ Captain Marvel, which will see Hollywood stars Brie Larson (Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel), Samuel L. Jackson (Nick Fury), Gemma Chan (Minn-Erva), along with the film’s directors Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck.

“The Walt Disney Company couldn’t be happier to bring Marvel fans in South Asia closer to their heroes once again. The love for all things Marvel in this region is truly incredible and, working closely with our partners at Marina Bay Sands, we‘re looking forward to a spectacular Captain Marvel Fan Event,” said Tom Batchelor, Vice President of Studio, Live Entertainment and Music at The Walt Disney Company (South Asia).

George Tanasijevich, President and Chief Executive Officer of Marina Bay Sands, said: “The Marina Bay Sands and Disney collaboration sets new benchmarks in entertainment with each event, as the only Asian stop for this talent tour, we can’t wait to show fans what we’ve got in store for them this February.”

To celebrate this momentous occasion, fans are invited to be part of this free-to-public event at Sands Expo and Convention Centre on Thursday, 14 February. Due to venue capacity limitations, all attendees will be required to pre-register and collect their ticket in person on Sunday, 10 February, at Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Level B2, Hall F.

Registration will commence at 10am on Sunday, 10 February, and will run until tickets are fully redeemed. Fans must have a valid Marina Bay Sands or SISTIC ticketing account and will need to provide their account details in order to register for the event in person. If they do not have an existing Marina Bay Sands or SISTIC ticketing account, it is highly recommended that they sign up for one prior to registration day on Sunday, 10 February. Sign up for an account via this link - http://po.st/MBSSignUp

Important points to remember for registration and ticket collection:

• A Photo ID (Passport or NRIC) is required to register in person. 
• A valid Marina Bay Sands or SISTIC ticketing account is required for registration.
• For safety and security reasons, there is a limit to the number of fans allowed into the Fan Event venue. Therefore, tickets will be issued on a first-come-first-served basis. 
• Fans must be physically present to register for themselves and cannot register on behalf of anyone else. 
• Tickets are non-transferable and fans may be subject to ID verification checks on the day of the Fan Event. The organisers have the right to deny access to those with tickets that have been transferred or tampered with.
• While there is no age limit, children aged 13 and below will be required to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 
• Information on admission to the Fan Event will be provided at the point of registration and ticket collection. 
• Members of the public attending the event will be subject to security checks.

For more information on the registration process, log on to www.MarinaBaySands.com/CaptainMarvel 

 

Join the conversation online with #CaptainMarvelFanEvent, @marinabaysands

About Marina Bay Sands Pte Ltd

Marina Bay Sands is the leading business, leisure and entertainment destination in Asia. It features large and flexible convention and exhibition facilities, 2,560 hotel rooms and suites, the rooftop Sands SkyPark, the best shopping mall in Asia, world-class celebrity chef restaurants, a theatre and an outdoor event plaza. Completing the line-up of attractions is ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands which plays host to permanent and marquee exhibitions. For more information, please visit www.marinabaysands.com

About Marvel Studios’ Captain Marvel 

Set in the 1990s, Marvel Studios’ “Captain Marvel” is an all-new adventure from a previously unseen period in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe that follows the journey of Carol Danvers as she becomes one of the universe’s most powerful heroes. While a galactic war between two alien races reaches Earth, Danvers finds herself and a small cadre of allies at the center of the maelstrom. 

The film stars Brie Larson, Samuel L. Jackson, Ben Mendelsohn, Djimon Hounsou, Lee Pace, Lashana Lynch, Gemma Chan, Rune Temte, Algenis Perez Soto, Mckenna Grace, with Annette Bening, with Clark Gregg, and Jude Law.

Marvel Studios’ “Captain Marvel” is produced by Kevin Feige and directed by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck. Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Jonathan Schwartz, Patricia Whitcher and Stan Lee are the executive producers. The story is by Nicole Perlman & Meg LeFauve and Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck & Geneva Robertson-Dworet, and the screenplay is by Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck & Geneva Robertson-Dworet.

“Captain Marvel” opens in Philippine cinemas on March 6, 2019.

Movie News: MCU FILMS RETURNING TO PH THEATERS FOR MARVEL STUDIOS 10TH ANNIVERSARY MOVIE MARATHON

MANILA, Oct. 9, 2018 -- Avengers assemble!  To celebrate an impressive decade of Marvel Studios blockbusters, starting October 13 and running through October 21, sixteen films spanning the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe will be returning to Philippine theaters for the Marvel Studios 10th Anniversary Movie Marathon.

Beginning with Marvel Studios’ “Iron Man,” the first film to kick off the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and all the way through this year’s releases of “Black Panther,” “Avengers: Infinity War,” and “Ant-Man and The Wasp,” MCU films will be seen in the big screen again in participating cinemas across the country.

The complete list of movies to be shown includes Iron Man (2008), Thor, Thor The Dark World, Thor Ragnarok, Captain America: The First Avenger, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Ant-man, Ant-man and The Wasp, Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 1, Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 2, Doctor Strange, Black Panther, The Avengers, Avengers Age of Ultron, Captain America: Civil War and Avengers Infinity War.

Watch any of the past 16 Marvel films at any participating theater below for only Php 100 per title from October 13 to 21, 2018: 

·        SM Mall of Asia

·        SM Megamall

·        SM Davao

·        SM Seaside

·        SM Manila

·        SM Sta. Mesa

·        SM City Fairview

·        SM Aura

·        Trinoma

·        Centrio

·        Glorietta 4

·        Gateway

·        Robinsons Galleria

·        Robinsons Manila

·        Robinsons North Tacloban

·        Robinsons Pavia Iloilo

·        Vista Daang Hari

·        Vista Pampanga

·        Vista Bataan

·        Power Plant

·        Greenhills Promenade

·        Festival Mall Cinemas

·        Eastwood Cinemas

Fans can also avail of a special bundle ticket that allows access for all 16 films for just Php 1,200 which already includes a limited edition poster. Check out the respective websites and social pages of participating cinemas for the screening schedule.

Marvel Studios’ unprecedented success over the last ten years is reflected in its cumulative box-office receipts worldwide. Legions of fans—both old and new—have enjoyed the live-action exploits of favorite Marvel Super Heroes in films that express the unique vision and creativity of the filmmakers, and deliver spectacle and thrilling action with relatable characters.

Watch out for Marvel Studios’ highly anticipated motion pictures -- Captain Marvel and the Untitled Avengers 4 in 2019.

Follow @MarvelPhilippines on Facebook for the latest updates on your favorite superheroes in the Marvel Universe!

Movie Review: Ant-Man And The Wasp

In the continuing expansion of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, we have come to know and love what would have been considered as obscure heroes who would have remained unknown to the masses and one of them is Scott Lang's "Ant-Man". 

After a successful origin movie a few years ago, Paul Rudd's take on the "small but terrible" hero has been welcomed by a new generation of fans and if you liked the first movie, with it's crazy cast of characters, the tummy ache comedy and all the possibilities of it's science fiction then you will definitely enjoy it's sequel.

The film opens with Scott on house arrest after his little adventure in Germany with "Cap" (AKA Captain America and #TeamCap) during the events of "Civil War" in violation of th Sokovia accords and it's days before he is finally released and is looking forward to that freedom after endless days of entertaining himself through video games, show reruns and ugly crying over Young Adult books. 

Of course as the day of his freedom approaches so does trouble in the form of "Ghost"  (Ava Foster) personified by the beautifully broken Hannah John-Kamen and the Southern criminal Sonny Bursh (Walton Goggins) who both want Hank Pym's portable lab, where he and his daughter, Hope Van Dyne (Evangeline Lily) AKA "The Wasp" have been working on a project that will  bring his wife Janet Van Dyne (Michelle Pfeiffer) back from the Quantum Realm.   

Scott is drawn back into the thick of things when he has a dream about Janet and it turns out it might actually be more than a dream and he just might be what Hope and Hank need to get to Janet before she is lost forever. 

Ant-Man and The Wasp is a welcome reprieve from the dark and heavy events of Avengers: Infinity War, and is confident in a cheeky kind of way, more so than its predecessor and will continue to impress audiences with new tricks up its sleeves, with two heroes who can shrink and blow up to massive sizes in a split second and an antagonist who can phase through solid objects, the possibilities are endless. 

Ghost is an interesting villain as she is not out to destroy  the world but merely on the move to look out for herself and she is not exactly a villain per say and John-Kamen delivers an impressive performance and her phasing out silhouette -just beautiful!   

I was actually worried that the climax was not leading up to a big exciting sequence but was relieved to have a thrilling and hilarious car chase and it was nice to see one of the MCU's break out stars Micheal Peña have an absolutely great time playing the lovable, dub-smash talkative Luis. 

I just thought that the cop comedy and parole officer relationship between Scott and Agent Wu (the obliviously hilarious Randall Park) was a a tad bit trying hard comedy, I was also a bit disappointed with Laurence Fishburne's minimal screen time as Bill Foster. I would have wanted to have seen some "Goliath action" even as a flashback. I just felt that there was wasted opportunity there. 

A delightful sequel, which scales up in size while keeping the same charm from its well loved cast of CRAZY characters and the easy comedy. It also expands on the myth and science of the "Quantum realm" while opening up a world of possibilities in a smaller universe. We've already come to love the characters and we get to love them all over again, trust me you'll end up in stitches from laughing (Paul Rudd + Michelle Pfeifer mild meld!) and you will enjoy the well balanced action sequences with the magic of special effects + that post credit scene.....!!! Wow! 

7.5/10 - "Ant-Man And The Wasp" is now showing in cinemas. 

TV Review: Luke Cage: Season 2

Luke Cage has always been different from its Marvel-Netflix counterparts by tackling real-world issues affecting the black community and featuring what could arguably be T.V.'s most badass soundtrack. 

The second season continues on with these traditions and even adds more diversity and flavor with the inclusion of one of the season's antagonists, a worthy adversary for Luke Cage - a Jamaican purveyor of the dark arts; the capoeira master John "Bushmaster" McIver; played with such intense passion by the incredibly talented Mustafa Shakir. You will see a lot of Jamaican influences this season and I'm not just talking about the accent but the music and lifestyle as well. 

Driven by the strong belief that Harlem is his birthright, the Bushmaster is hell bent on taking what is his-and that is everything that Mariah Dillard (Stokes, Mariah Stokes) who is played by Alfie Woodard owns and loves. It must be said that Woodard delivers powerful performances in this season, that I think are even deserving of an Emmy nomination. Woodard is on fire and you know that she just loves playing the villain, or the Queen of Harlem" as she sees herself.  

Despite of his witty comeback of "This is my show" Luke Cage is sidelined to make way for growth from the diverse characters which join in the second season. We have a badass Misty Knight (Simone Missick) She has to come to terms with the loss of her arm and in the process is reborn like a phoenix from the ashes with her new bionic arm (thank you Danny).

We already talked about how Alfie Woodard brought a fiery Mariah in this season, her performance will give you chills but we should also talk about Theo Rossi's Shades who has gone from Mariah's goon, to lover, to partner-in-crime and in this season, just a real significant character and I must say, while their characters and actors were just so-so for me in the first season, I have so much respect for them now and I'm just glad that they were given really meatier arcs and lines and scenes. Can we also say hello  Tilda Johnson (Mariah's estranged daughter) played by the also talented Gabrielle Dennis. A quick Google search also hints that Tilda (is also known as Nightshade in the comics) and could therefore bring more to the table (possibly season three maybe?) and I'm looking forward to seeing that. 

While the season features a lot of strong performances and a big highlight on its characters, I really can't say the same for the Power Man, his journey this season just isn't that convincing for me. Even his struggles with his "anger" just felt "meh" and wasn't really a driving force or interest in the story. I found the Stokes-Bushmaster grudge, which appears to have a deep seated family history and goes back a couple of generations have more appeal and interest. 

Unfortunately Claire Temple played by Rosario Dawson and who is Luke's love interest also feels a little "out of steam" - she is of course the factor which ties all the Marvel-Netflix characters together and well, I'm afraid you can be the glue that holds characters together for so long. 

Aside from that, there is a lot to love about season 2 of Luke Cage-from the acting to the character development, to the music, to some of the stunts which were performed plus a delightful cameo from the Iron Fist himself, especially since he is less annoying here and we see more of a build on the relationship between Luke and Danny, which is an effective way to acknowledge their "Defenders"     

I almost jumped out of my seat during the "Godfather" reference, it was a big surprise and I think that its a good way for the season to come full circle, in Luke Cage's journey and I just can't wait to see how things will go for the third season (there should be one!) Season 2 ends with so many exciting possibilities for its characters and I want to see where they go and if you feel that way, then you know that the story works.    

I love how they ended the season with a voice over from the late Reg E. Cathy (he passed away before Season 2 aired) who plays Luke's father (James Lucas). They used a conversation that the Reverend James Lucas has with Luke, which I think is a beautiful exchange and I think speaks volumes of what the season is all about. 

"Your strength is from God, Carl. I have no doubt in my mind about that. 
But with that kind of power comes its share of pain,"


"Science? Magic? God? That power flows from within. From inside.   What comes out when that pressure is heaviest? That's the real magic. That's what defines being a man. That's what defines being a hero."

The screen then fades to a photo of Cathy with the words: "Forward, always". 

8/10 Season 2 of Luke Cage is #NowStreaming on Netflix. 

Events: Disney Life Launch

Launch of Disney Life at the Glorietta Activity Center 

I'm one of those kids who literally grew up with Disney movies. I remember my preschool teachers admiring my "Beauty and the Beast" monologues, I "performed" scenes from  the movie because I had memorized all the lines and the songs, from watching it again and again on VHS tape. I remember dancing to the music of "The Little Mermaid" with my cousins, from a cassette tape which we played over and over again. And I think that there's an embarrassing memory of performing songs from "Aladdin"  with my neighborhood friends. So 'yes' in short I had the Disney childhood and as an adult I guess I'm just so lucky that Disney has also 'grown' with me, it has amassed popular properties and has continued to spread its Disney magic so that those of us who grew up with it can enjoy the classics and future generations can fall in love with them as well. Of course its a bonus that so many can also enjoy the new material they are coming out with as well. 

And now to make it even easier to access these, Disney and Globe have joined together to bring all the Disney content we can enjoy in one magic app! 

You can read more on the launch of Disney Life below! :) 

Dressed in the traditional Barong taglog and Baro't saya, Mickey and Minnie are joined by Disney and Globe executives at the launch. 

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 25 May 2018 – Disney fans in the Philippines can now enjoy their favorite Disney content everywhere they go. Globe Telecom, together with The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia, today introduced DisneyLife: The World of Disney in One App.

Through Globe Telecom, DisneyLife makes its first release in Asia. Disney fans can enjoy over 350 movies from Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars; more than 5,000 kids’ TV episodes; and over 6,000 music tracks, all in one app. Fans of all ages can access the best of Disney’s world-class stories at their fingertips and enjoy shorts, behind the scenes and other exclusive content on-the-go. In addition, all content on DisneyLife can be downloaded and enjoyed for offline viewing and listening.

"In the three years we’ve been working with Disney we’ve provided our audiences many unique and innovative entertainment experiences. Today we are launching the first complete entertainment app in Philippines that carries movies, TV series, and music from the world’s biggest family entertainment company. The DisneyLife app will super-serve Filipinos with entertainment when they want it, where they want it,” said Ernest Cu, President and CEO of Globe.

“DisneyLife is a unique digital content offering for fans of Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars in the Philippines. Globe Telecom has been a valuable partner in our endeavor to be a part of the everyday lives of Filipino kids and families,” said Mahesh Samat, EVP and Managing Director, The Walt Disney Company South Asia.

DisneyLife offers fan-favorite stories, characters and music from memorable Disney movies and television shows over the decades. Fans can look forward to heartwarming moments from classic Disney animation films like The Lion King, Disney•Pixar classics like The Incredibles, and Star Wars journeys like Star Wars: The Return of the Jedi whether they are at home or on the go. In its first year, DisneyLife will also carry the top grossing movies of all time in the Philippines – Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Age of Ultron, The Avengers, and Iron Man 3.

Kids and families can enjoy new episodes of their favorite Disney television series first on DisneyLife. These episodes and the classics can be streamed from the biggest library of Disney Kids’ TV series including favorites such as Disney Channel’s Big Hero 6 and Tangled; Disney Junior’s Mickey and the Roadster Racers; and Disney XD’s Spider-Man and Star Wars Rebels.

 DisneyLife users will have access to an extensive library of soundtracks from Disney movies’ and TV series’. Through the magic of music, fans of all ages can wander the seas with Moana, feel empowered with Frozen, and enjoy family moments with Coco.

Guests were treated to a performance of Frozen's "Let It Go"

Globe customers can also look forward to DisneyLife promotions:

●       All existing Globe Postpaid customers and new or recontracting customers on ThePLAN or ThePLAN PLUS 999 and above get a free 6-month subscription to DisneyLife. DisneyLife offers are coming soon with GoWATCH for Prepaid mobile customers. In the meantime, they can watch out for wonderful surprises from Disney and Globe. Stay tuned to the Globe Facebook and Twitter pages!

●       New and existing Globe At Home Postpaid customers who applied or upgraded to Plan 1,299/up, will get a free 6-month subscription to DisneyLife. An additional free 3-month subscription to DisneyLife will be given to customers who purchase Globe Streamwatch Roku Powered. Enjoy unlimited DisneyLife movie nights with Globe At Home's Go Unli Plans with speeds up to 100Mbps and unlimited data.

Apart from mobile and broadband offerings, Globe now offers consumers DisneyLife for a monthly subscription of P149. With each subscription, consumers can create 6 accounts, register up to 10 gadgets, and use the DisneyLife app simultaneously across four devices.

The DisneyLife app is compatible with iOS and Android devices and is also available to download on the App Store and Google Play Store. To learn more about DisneyLife promos, visit a Globe Store now or go to www.disneylife.ph or www.globe.com/content/disneylife for more details.

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Can’t Burn Him. Can’t Blast Him. Can’t Break Him. Season Two Of Marvel’s #LukeCage Premieres June 22 On Netflix

Netflix has confirmed that Marvel’s Luke Cage season 2 will launch on the streaming service on June 22 this year. To whet your appetite for more #LukeCage, watch this date announcement video:

About Marvel’s Luke Cage Season Two: After clearing his name, Luke Cage has become a celebrity on the streets of Harlem with a reputation as bulletproof as his skin. But being so visible has only increased his need to protect the community and find the limits of who he can and can’t save. With the rise of a formidable new foe, Luke is forced to confront the fine line that separates a hero from a villain.

About Netflix

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Netflix Series Review: Jessica Jones Season 2

Taking a back seat from its predecessor, Season 2 of Marvel Netflix's "Jessica Jones" fails to push the envelope and challenge the status quo, unlike the first season, which dealt with themes and issues like abduction, rape and abortion head on, something unprecedented at that time.

The new season also struggles to find its villain that it even had to bring in the ghost of Season One's past villain, David Tenant's incredible performance as Kilgrave in order to bring some semblance of the series' known darker themes.

Pursuing an ambitious plot, our reluctant heroine (Krysten Ritter), through the persistence of the now annoying wannabe superhero/best friend Trish Walker (Rachael Taylor) starts looking into her mysterious past and how she came about her powers. In the course of the investigation Jessica unlocks a dark secret which may change everything that she has come to know about her tumultuous life.

The different troubled and colorful characters of the series (Trish, Malcolm and Jeri) go  through a lot of changes and some character growth on their own. Eka Darville (Malcolm Ducasse) steps up on the plate and showcases his character's full potential. With Jessica always being reluctant to explore the potentials of her abilities and the possibilities of helping other people, Trish (Ittttt's Paaatsy!) is all for it, even if it means risking her own life to do so. We already know that Carrie-Anne Moss' Jeri Hogarth is one bad ass character but in this season we see her in a different light, an empty shell of her former self, the once powerful lawyer must use all of her abilities in order to stay on top, becoming this season's image of female empowerment. Something which ironically our titular character (Jessica Jones) fails to do throughout the season as she only reacts to situations rather than facing them head on. 

Without a doubt, Ritter delivers another impressive performance, possibly tying her to the character forever and making her face, the face of Jessica Jones. She brings her A game to a challenged plot and narrative and gets away with the audience cheering for her. 

6.5 /10 -Despite the lack of shock value like the first season, season 2 of Jessica Jones continues on the story of an anti-hero who never wanted powers but was given them anyway, the struggles she goes through and the sacrifices she had to make as she constantly goes through everyday doubting herself and her potential. The story has then expanded to her relationships to the people around her, people she has loved, hated and has been forced to work with. These characters have grown and changed but Jessica has stayed the same, how all of these will play through in Season 3 (should the show be renewed, which would most likely be the case) is something that you as the audience would still want to know and follow. 

Season 2 of Jessica Jones is now streaming on Netflix. 

Movies: LONG LIVE THE KING IN NEW “BLACK PANTHER” POSTER

Marvel Studios has just revealed a new poster for Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” during the San Diego San Comic-Con.

Check out the poster below and watch Black Panther in Philippine cinemas in February 16, 2018.

Marvel Studios’ Black Panther follows T’Challa who, after the death of his father, the King of Wakanda, returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation to succeed to the throne and take his rightful place as king. But when a powerful old enemy reappears, T’Challa’s mettle as king—and Black Panther—is tested when he is drawn into a formidable conflict that puts the fate of Wakanda and the entire world at risk. Faced with treachery and danger, the young king must rally his allies and release the full power of Black Panther to defeat his foes and secure the safety of his people and their way of life.

The film is directed by Ryan Coogler and produced by Kevin Feige with Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Nate Moore, Jeffrey Chernov and Stan Lee serving as executive producers. Ryan Coogler & Joe Robert Cole wrote the screenplay.

Marvel's Black Panther will be distributed in the Philippines by The Walt Disney Company (Philippines). Follow the official social media accounts of Marvel, namely, (FB) MarvelPhilippines, (Twitter) @marvelstudiosph and (Instagram) @marvelphilippines.

MOVIES: "AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR” STARTS PRODUCTION, PHASE 3 DETAILS TEASED

Marvel Studios has officially announced the production start of Avengers: Infinity War via a featurette that shows Robert Downey Jr. (Tony Stark/Iron Man), Tom Holland (Peter Parker/Spider-Man) and Chris Pratt (Peter Quill/Star-Lord).

Watch the featurette at http://youtu.be/sAOzrChqmd0.

Prior to the release of the first featurette, Robert Downey Jr. (Tony Stark/Iron Man) hosted a Facebook Live, to answer fan questions. Here’s everything we learned from the live chat (and the first Avengers: Infinity War featurette) so far:

• Tom Holland will be reprising his role as Peter Parker/Spider-Man.
• Chris Pratt‘s Peter Quill/Star-Lord will also be joining the fray.
• Robert Downey Jr. still fondly remembers the Mark 42 from “Iron Man 3”
• “Avengers: Infinity War” kicks off with tension as Captain America is still on Iron Man’s “S-List”
• Reflecting on his appearance in the first “Iron Man” to “Avengers: Infinity War,” Downey says “[Tony Stark] has matured a bit. What has changed is the universe around him.”
• Stark’s universe now involves Peter Parker, the Guardians and Doctor Strange.
• Joe and Anthony Russo have never fought on set
• The three Avengers the Russo brothers would go on a family vacation with: Tony Stark, Peter Park, and Vision.
• Start of production officially began last month in Pinewood Atlanta.
• Thanos will be “the most frightening villain the Avengers have ever faced;” he’ll show us all why he’s “the biggest, the best, the baddest villain that we’ve ever had.”
• The Avengers are completely unprepared to face Thanos as a result of the events of “Captain America: Civil War” leaving the Avengers a team name with no team members.
• Get ready for the Guardians of the Galaxy / Avengers team-up as we see Thor fighting alongside Rocket Raccoon
• The Russo brothers confirm two films will be deeply connected – “these next two Avengers films will be an event like no one has ever seen on film before”
• Downey drives that point home as we’ve come to learn the next two Avengers will be filmed back-to-back for a “year of fun-filled lensing”

Avengers: Infinity War will hit US theaters May 4, 2018, with the second part following on May 3, 2019.

Continuing a cinematic universe that launched in 2008 with Iron Man, Infinity War promises an epic story that will bring in characters from a decade of films. The cast includes Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Elizabeth Olsen, Sebastian Stan, Scarlett Johansson, Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Benedict Cumberbatch, Pom Klementieff, Tom Holland, Peter Dinklage and Josh Brolin as Thanos. Directors Anthony and Joe Russo, who return after Captain America: Civil War, are directing both Avengers: Infinity War and the untitled second half, which will close Marvel Phase 3.

Movies: NEW “GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2” TRAILER HOOKS YOU ON A FUNNIER FEELING

This has been burning up on my timeline! The guys are back and everyone loves it! It's interesting that the trailer reveals little of the story but focuses on it's characters, whom people have fallen in love with-and can I just say that Baby Groot and Drax just stole this trailer! Can't wait for April 26! 

In case you're wondering, the song in the trailer is "Fox on the Run" by Sweet (1974). 

It’s showtime. Obviously. Watch the brand new Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 teaser trailer that's just been launched by Marvel Studios at https://youtu.be/dW1BIid8Osg.

“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” is written and directed by James Gunn. The film marks the return of the original Guardians, including Chris Pratt as Peter Quill/Star-Lord; Zoe Saldana as Gamora; Dave Bautista as Drax; Bradley Cooper as the voice of Rocket; Vin Diesel as the voice of Groot; Michael Rooker as Yondu; Karen Gillan as Nebula; and Sean Gunn as Kraglin. New cast members include Pom Klementieff, Elizabeth Debicki, Chris Sullivan and Kurt Russell.

Set to the all-new sonic backdrop of Awesome Mixtape #2, “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” continues the team’s adventures as they unravel the mystery of Peter Quill’s true parentage.

“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” is produced by Marvel Studios’ president, Kevin Feige, with Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Jonathan Schwartz, Nik Korda and Stan Lee serving as executive producers.

Opening across the Philippine on April 26, 2017, Marvel's “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” is distributed in the Philippines by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.  

Movie Review: Doctor Strange (Non-Spoiler)

From the studio that brought you to the "Battle of New York", to the deepest depths of the "Galaxy" comes a "strange" new adventure which will challenge reality as you know it. 

World-renowned  neurosurgeon Dr. Stephen Strange brilliantly portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch is arrogant and selfish. When he loses the use of his hands after a car accident, he seeks healing in a mysterious enclave known as the Kamar-Taj. He becomes a student of "The Ancient One" -who in practice and tradition dictate should be an elderly Asian male, and yet Tilda Swinton are none of these stereotypes and it is brilliant as it breaks such prejudiced roles. Under her tutelage, Strange becomes the "Karate Kid" to Swinton's "Mister Miyagi" and with the guidance of Mordo (Chiwetel Ejiofor) and Wong (who else but Benedict Wong) Strange becomes a sorcerer with great potential. 

Stephen Strange soon learns of the responsibilities of his new found colleagues and finds himself in a battle to save the world from powerful forces.    

A visual masterpiece filled with a kaleidoscope of images - totally worth seeing in IMAX. As if "Inception" was but a taste of what a city-literally folding into itself would look like, "Doctor Strange" takes it to a whole new level (and then some) all that while an epic battle unfolds.   

"Doctor Strange" is witty and subtle humor as Marvel seems to have the formula down to entertain you throughout the film. 

Cumberbatch is an effective actor, making you admire him for the brilliant doctor (and music nerd) that he is and hate him for being a selfish prick - he really is. 

It's hilarious to see him struggle in his studies to become a sorcerer, which is why you will celebrate with him when he succeeds. 

I love that Rachel McAdams is a quick thinking ER doctor (since I did graduate with a Nursing degree). It was good that the OR had so much action going on. 

Superhero origin movies tend to have a similar pattern and yet Marvel pushes the envelope and gives the audience a different experience for each film which they succeed in doing with "Doctor Strange" from the new opening sequence featuring their brand new logo, up until the end. 

I was thrilled at the news of Mads Mikkelsen being the film's antagonist and as a friend said, hopefully he will not be a "throwaway villain" unfortunately for these superhero origin movies the antagonist tends to be of the throwaway variety, a few like "Guardians of the Galaxy's" Lee Pace stands out and Mikkelsen comes in a close second. I especially enjoyed the Mister-Doctor" exchange between Strange and Mikkelsen's Kaecilius. 

I would love to be able to perform those spells, like being able to travel from one location to the next-and beat this god-forsaken traffic. 

Speaking of spells, the manner of how they are performed is nothing sort of magical as it is a stimulating light show as well. 

8 out of 10 "Doctor Strange" is a magic show of immerse proportions defying rules and restrictions and exploring the impossible. 

All photos are credited to Marvel Studios. 

Movies: MEET THE CHARACTERS OF MARVEL'S “DOCTOR STRANGE”

Delve in the history and background of the characters behind Marvel's Doctor Strange and learn how they help Stephen Strange on his journey into becoming the Sorcerer Supreme.

Check out the character posters below and watch the film when it opens nationwide on October 26!

DOCTOR STEPHEN STRANGE (Benedict Cumberbatch) was once a celebrated but arrogant surgeon, until a tragic accident cost him his medical skills and career. Searching for a way to restore his talents, he traveled the world until he finally encountered The Ancient One, the enigmatic teacher who offered to teach him the ways of the Mystic Arts.

WONG (Benedict Wong). 

The keeper of Kamar-Taj’s vast library of mystical tomes, the no-nonsense Wong is tasked with not only deciding who is worthy of studying from The Ancient One’s private collection but also protecting the sacred incantations from falling into the wrong hands. While quiet and unassuming, make no mistake—if someone were to try to steal from Wong’s library, they’d have to get through him first.

KAECILIUS (Mads Mikkelsen). 

ike many students at Kamar-Taj, Kaecilius arrived at the mystical compound seeking the secrets of The Multiverse. He turned his back on The Ancient One and her teachings when he believed certain knowledge was being kept from him. It’s within these forbidden powers Kaecilius sees the answer to all mankind’s suffering—the ability to alleviate the pains of the human condition. Kaecilius, joined by his Zealot followers, will use every malevolent tool at his disposal to see our reality melded with shadowy powers of this other dimension even if it leads to the destruction of existence as we know it.

KAECILIUS (Mads Mikkelsen). 

Like many students at Kamar-Taj, Kaecilius arrived at the mystical compound seeking the secrets of The Multiverse. He turned his back on The Ancient One and her teachings when he believed certain knowledge was being kept from him. It’s within these forbidden powers Kaecilius sees the answer to all mankind’s suffering—the ability to alleviate the pains of the human condition. Kaecilius, joined by his Zealot followers, will use every malevolent tool at his disposal to see our reality melded with shadowy powers of this other dimension even if it leads to the destruction of existence as we know it.

MORDO (Chiwetel Ejiofor). 

Like Doctor Strange, Karl Mordo was an apprentice of The Ancient One who learned the Mystic Arts and the paths of alternative dimensions. Complex and intense, he could well turn out to be a friend, a rival, or a bitter enemy to the Ancient One’s latest pupil.

THE ANCIENT ONE (Tilda Swinton). 

The wise and enigmatic figure known only as The Ancient One has safeguarded the secrets of the Mystic Arts for a very long time indeed. When she encountered Stephen Strange, the centuries-old sage saw potential in the bedraggled ex-surgeon and agreed to show him a new side to reality: the mystical way of magic!

Marvel’s “Doctor Strange” follows the story of the talented neurosurgeon Doctor Stephen Strange who, after a tragic car accident, must put ego aside and learn the secrets of a hidden world of mysticism and alternate dimensions. Based in New York City’s Greenwich Village, Doctor Strange must act as an intermediary between the real world and what lies beyond, utilizing a vast array of metaphysical abilities and artifacts to protect the Marvel cinematic universe.

Directed by Scott Derrickson, “Doctor Strange” is based on the Marvel comic character who first appeared in “Strange Tales” Issue #110 published in July 1963. Marvel’s “Doctor Strange” continues the lineage of epic big-screen adventures chronicled in Marvel’s “Iron Man,” “The Incredible Hulk,” “Iron Man 2,” “Thor,” “Captain America: The First Avenger,” “The Avengers,” “Iron Man 3,” “Thor: The Dark World,” “Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” “Guardians of the Galaxy,” “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” “Ant-Man,” “Captain America: Civil War,” and the upcoming “Guardians of the Galaxy 2” (May 5, 2017) and “Thor: Ragnarok” (November 3, 2017).

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Explore the mystical world of "Doctor Strange" when it hits Philippine theaters October 26! Marvel's “Doctor Strange” is distributed in the Philippines by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures through Columbia Pictures.

Movie News: MARVEL, IMAX OFFER PH FANS A SNEAK PEEK AT SELECT FOOTAGE FROM “DOCTOR STRANGE”

EXPAND YOUR MIND: AN IMAX® 3D EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK

FEATURES EXCLUSIVE FOOTAGE TO BE SHOWN IN SM MEGAMALL IMAX ON

OCTOBER 11, 2016 AT 7 P.M.

MANILA (September 27, 2016) –Marvel Studios announces Marvel Studios’ Expand Your Mind: An IMAX® 3D Exclusive First Look, featuring approximately 15 minutes of exclusive footage from the highly anticipated, action-packed “Doctor Strange.” The sneak peek will be showcased in SM Megamall IMAX Cinema on October 11, 2016, at 7p.m.

Marvel and IMAX will offer the special screening of thrilling, never-before-seen 3D footage of the Scott Derrickson-directed, mind-bending movie, which opens nationwide on October 26, 2016.

Commenting on the exclusive footage, director Scott Derrickson says, “As a movie fan, I am thrilled to take audiences along on the visual journey of ‘Doctor Strange’ and give them an early peek at what we’ve been working on. The completed film will feature more than an hour of specially formatted IMAX sequences that will provide audiences with a totally immersive—and mind-blowing—film-going experience and I’m excited to share a taste of that with our fans on October 11.”

For complimentary tickets, fans are advised to check out Marvel Philippines' official FB pagehttps://www.facebook.com/MarvelPhilippines/ for details.

Fans who attend this exclusive sneak peek will also receive a limited-edition, collectible “Doctor Strange” IMAX poster.

From Marvel Studios comes “Doctor Strange,” the story of world-famous neurosurgeon Dr. Stephen Strange whose life changes forever after a horrific car accident robs him of the use of his hands. When traditional medicine fails him, he is forced to look for healing, and hope, in an unlikely place—a mysterious enclave known as Kamar-Taj. He quickly learns that this is not just a center for healing but also the front line of a battle against unseen dark forces bent on destroying our reality. Before long Strange—armed with newly acquired magical powers—is forced to choose whether to return to his life of fortune and status or leave it all behind to defend the world as the most powerful sorcerer in existence.

“Doctor Strange” stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rachel McAdams, Benedict Wong, Michael Stuhlbarg, Benjamin Bratt and Scott Adkins, with Mads Mikkelsen and Tilda Swinton. Scott Derrickson is directing with Kevin Feige producing. Louis D’Esposito, Stephen Broussard, Victoria Alonso, Charles Newirth and Stan Lee serve as executive producers. Jon Spaihts and Scott Derrickson & C. Robert Cargill wrote the screenplay. Join Strange on his dangerous, mystifying and totally mind-bending journey when Marvel Studios’ “Doctor Strange” opens in Philippine theaters on October 26, 2016.