The main love triangle features Angelica Panganiban's character (Lizelle) being torn between an old flame (Gary played by Derek Ramsey) and an older, but kinder lover (Adrian played by Gabby Concepcion). This mix gets a little more complicated as Adrian's daughter (played by Kim Chiu) tries to get the affection of Gary. Director Laurice Guillen does great work here with a mix of non-linear story-telling and good pacing of the story. She also makes the Derek Ramsey-Angelica Panganiban pairing work on screen very well.
* Gabby Concepcion
* Angelica Panganiban
* Derek Ramsey
Shake, Rattle & Roll XI
Despite the cheerful atmosphere of the Yuletide season, Regal Films has made it a tradition to scare families with their horror franchise Shake, Rattle and Roll. This 2009, moviegoers will be able to watch the 11th installment of SRR for the annual Metro Manila Film Festival.
Diablo
* Cast: Maja Salvador, Mark Anthony Fernandez, Gina Alajar, Joem Bascon, Alex Castro, Irma Adlawan
* Director: Rico Gutierrez
Claire (Maja Salvador) is a young interim doctor in a provincial hospital. Once, she encountered a female patient who is suspected of carrying a deadly flu virus. Afterward, she began to experience demonic visions, eventually, one demon entered her and began to take control on her. Claire's aunt (Gina Alajar) brings her to Father Ronnie (Mark Anthony Fernandez), who evidently was Claire's ex-boyfriend. Their relationship rekindles as they battle the demons out of Claire's body.
Ukay-Ukay
* Cast: Ruffa Gutierrez, Zoren Legaspi, Megan Young, John Lapus, Miguel Faustman, Carlo Guevarra
* Director: Don Michael Perez
Kayla (Ruffa Gutierrez) and Harold (Zoren Legaspi) are soon to be married. One day, Kayla takes hold of an old gown, which is seemingly unused for years. Shortly after the gown was bought, tragic events followed. It seems that the gown springs to life and begins torturing and haunting the couple and killing some close friends. Kayla and Harold must fight the spirit inhibiting the gown before their wedding plans are eventually ruined.
[edit] Lamang Lupa
* Cast: Iya Villania, Rayver Cruz, Jennica Garcia, Mart Escudero, Dominic Roco, Felix Roco, Bangs Garcia
* Director: Jessel Monteverde
A group of friends decided to camp on a dense and remote forest. Little do they know, the forest is home to the ferocious "Lamang-lupa" creatures, earth creatures who were more vicious than dwarfs. Unfortunately, the twins began to destroy the anthills which are known to be "nuno sa punso". Unknown to them, the anthills were the lairs of the creatures. Could they escape before the creatures strike back?
Mano Po 6
Starring: Sharon Cuneta, Christopher De Leon, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Heart Evangelista, Dennis Trillo, Ciara Sotto, John Manalo, Nicole Uysiuseng, Ricky Davao, Zoren Legaspi, J.C. De Vera, Glaiza De Castro, Ryan Eigenmann, Nina Jose, Kris Aquino, Boots Anson Roa
Synopsis
Melinda Uy (Sharon Cuneta) is a half-Chinese and half-Filipino in her descendant. When she passes her adulthood she gets married to Alfonso Uy (Christopher De Leon), a 100% Filipino Chinese. However, their marriage did not receive blessings from Alfonso's parents due of her not being a pure Chinese and she is considered to bring bad luck to her sister-in-law, Olive (Zsa Zsa Padilla) and her family.
Later she gives birth to four children: Carol (Ciara Sotto), Stephanie (Heart Evangelista), Audrey (Nicole Uysiuseng) and Walden (John Manalo). The business that she started with her husband from scratch give prosperity in the beginning but eventually they ended up in bankruptcy. To make things worse her home lands in fire and everything is burn to ashes and later her husband dies from heart attack.
Paano Na Kaya
Starring: Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson, Jon Avila, Timothy Chan, Cai Cortez, Ricky Davao, Janus
Synopsis
Mae (Kim Chiu) is best friends with Bogs (Gerald Anderson). For years now, she has been crazy for him secretly, having to hold her tongue as she helps Bogs out with his various exploits, even going as far as helping him set up romantic encounters with his girlfriend, Anna (Melissa Ricks).
When Anna unexpectedly breaks up with Bogs, Bogs becomes self-destructive and suicidal. Mae sticks with him through it all, and as she helps him out of his vulnerable state, the two become romantic.
Ang Darling Kong Aswang
Synopsis
Eliza is the kind of aswang who is reluctant in eating human flesh.
When Joaquin, a wicked aswang pressures her into marrying him or she and her mother Ida will face tragic consequences, Eliza escapes to the city where a widower named Victor lives.
Victor keeps his distance from women, focusing only his two daughters, but this changes when he meets Eliza.
They eventually become sweethearts.
Eliza also tells Victor about her true identity, but this does not stop Victor from marrying her.
Their bliss, however, is short-lived as Joaquin has captured Ida, forcing Eliza to leave Victor to save her mother.
But Victor discovers something about himself, which could help bring Eliza back to him.
Directed by Tony Y. Reyes.
Ang Panday
Synopsis
One man and his sword will take on the army of darkness.
Ramon Bong Revilla Jr. breathes new life to the legendary character, a legacy of the late icon Fernando Poe Jr.
Flavio is a peace-loving blacksmith living in a town that faces destruction from evil incarnate, Lord Lizardo.
One day, a comet lands on the outskirts of his hometown, and Flavio forges a mystical sword out of it.
As the chaos and terror intensify and his lady love, Maria (Iza Calzado), is captured, Flavio enters into a full-blown war against Lizardo and his minions.
Victory lies in his bravery and strength, his allies, and his sword.
Grand winner of the 35th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2009: Best Picture, Best Actor (Bong Revilla), Best Supporting Actor (Philip Salvador), Best Child Performer (Buboy Villar), Best Production Design, Best Visual Effects and Best Theme Song.
Directed by Mac Alejandre and Rico Gutierrez.
Love On Line
Synopsis
Samson (Vic Sotto) is a serious and hardworking internet shop owner.
His brother, Tot (Jose Manalo), whose hobby is playing video games and making friends through internet, unfortunately causes Samson to lose his girlfriend.
Guilty for what he has done, Tot tries to find a new girlfriend for Samson through internet chat.
One woman that catches his attention is Lily (Paula Taylor), an attractive Thai woman.
Eventually, Samson discovers what Tot has done and insist that they meet Lily in person.
Samson falls in love with Lily, but so does Tot.
Jealous, Tot recalls a magic spell that transforms his physical appearance to that of Samson and vice versa.
It's a funny fantasy that challeneges Samson and Lily's relationship in every possible way.
Directed by Tony Reyes.
Patient X
Synopsis
Twenty years after his brother was murdered, Lucas returns to his hometown to face the captured killer.
Imprisoned in a hospital basement, Guada is not just any cold-blooded criminal.
Even more dangerous, she is an aswang (a folkloric Filipino vampire-like creature), and creatures like her attack the hospital to get her back once again, Lucas relives the nightmare and must stop it once and for all.
Directed by Yam Laranas.
Sumpa
Synopsis
Sa ika-25 na kaarawan ni Raymond, siya ay niregaluhan ng kanyang Tito Dennis ng isang bahay-bakasyunan sa Laguna.
Habang pilit na kinakalimutan ang dating nobya sa kanyang pagtira doon ay nakilala niya si Jackie at naging bagong kasintahan.
Natuklasan niya ang babaeng ito ay dati palang kasintahan ng kanyang tiyuhin.
Nang dating matuklasan ni Jackie na si Tito Dennis na may iba itong kasintahan habang sila ay magka-relasyon pa, ito'y kanyang isinumpa.... ngunit nagawa din ni Raymond na putulin ang sumpa.
Directed by Carlos Agustin and Melvin Brito.
Miss You Like Crazy
Synopsis
Everything is falling into place for Alan Alvarez.
With an impending high ranking promotion and four years of stable relationship with his dream girl, Daphne Recto, he is at the cusp of getiing everything he's always wanted.
Mia Samonte is getting tired of her forlorn life.
She is back in Manila for the holidays after working hard for two years as a front desk officer in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Two individuals with seemingly predestined lives suddenly find their paths crossing on a ferry boat ride that will change the course of their journeys forever.
Directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina.
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