^
AUTHORS
Jerry Donato
Jerry Donato
  • Articles
  • Authors
Paolo Sandejas Sings about saving LDR in a happy, hopeful way
by Jerry Donato - January 11, 2025 - 12:00am
Singer-songwriter Paolo Sandejas has given his two cents on how to save a long-distance relationship, or LDR, in the single, manila to LA. The latter is part and parcel of his recently-launched album, the world is...
Kokoy de Santos describes the past year as fruitful and productive
by Jerry Donato - January 8, 2025 - 12:00am
“Blessed” or fortunate.
Sparkle artists Antonio, Bruce, Raheel grateful for ‘Mga Batang Riles’ project
by Jerry Donato - January 6, 2025 - 12:00am
Antonio Vinzon, Bruce Roeland, and Raheel Bhyria, all promising Kapuso talents, are also headlining the drama-action series, “Mga Batang Riles.”
Miguel Tanfelix breaks away from love teams in hard-action project ‘Batang Riles’
by Jerry Donato - January 3, 2025 - 12:00am
Sparkle GMA Artist Center actor Miguel Tanfelix ventures into action-drama via “Mga Batang Riles,” essaying the character named Kidlat, who grows up in the depressed and impoverished community of Sitio...
The power of ensemble acting makes ‘Espantaho’ thrilling
by Jerry Donato - January 1, 2025 - 12:00am
“Espantaho” (Scarecrow) is a tale of family and forgiveness, told in the drama-horror genre. For the audiences, it could also be a tale of great ensemble acting. You know the kind that complements the...
‘The Kingdom’ introduces a Filipino nation never colonized
by Jerry Donato - December 30, 2024 - 12:00am
All those who have watched “The Kingdom” will agree that it deserves the Gatpuno Antonio J. Villegas Cultural Award at the recent Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) Gabi ng Parangal.
A gripping tale of strange experiences caught on camera
by Jerry Donato - December 28, 2024 - 12:00am
A group of amateur celebrity ghost hunters is embarking on an adventure where the real and reel as well as the natural and supernatural worlds intersect.
MMFF at 50: What makes each film worth watching?
by Jerry Donato - December 26, 2024 - 12:00am
That time of the year has come when the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), which is having its golden edition, presents a collection of films that are in stark contrast in terms of narrative and theme. There are...
Take it from Kim Chiu: Celebrate the small wins
by Jerry Donato - December 23, 2024 - 12:00am
Kim Chiu is known to her legion of fans and in the local tinseltown as the “Pinoy Big Brother: Teen” housemate and big winner, The Chinita Princess, and the Kapamilya performer and actress.
It’s all about work and self-love for Ai-Ai delas Alas in 2025
by Jerry Donato - December 22, 2024 - 12:00am
Ai-Ai delas Alas has just wrapped up her regular stint as a judge and mentor to aspiring singers in the singing and reality search “The Clash.” This role, as one may call it, will carry on in the new...
Seb Pajarillo channels past heartbreak in sophomore release
by Jerry Donato - December 19, 2024 - 12:00am
Artists, regardless of their medium of expression, also explore new territory, genre- and theme-wise, to discover and offer something new.
Kim Chiu takes on the role of empowered calendar girl
by Jerry Donato - December 17, 2024 - 12:00am
Kim Chiu has taken on varied roles on the small and big screens.
Filipino talents who came before Sofronio Vasquez in international talent shows
by Jerry Donato - December 14, 2024 - 12:00am
Before the advent and emergence of reality TV singing and talent show formats from abroad, the Pinoy talent in this creative field and competition was witnessed in singing contests abroad.
Sofronio Vasquez’s passion and determination lead to historic ‘The Voice USA’ victory
by Jerry Donato - December 12, 2024 - 12:00am
Dreams do come true.
Jeniffer Maravilla sings ‘Di Na Pwede with more feelings this time
by Jerry Donato - December 11, 2024 - 12:00am
Jeniffer Maravilla further flexes her vocal muscles and broadens her musical horizons by releasing the single ‘Di Na Pwede with GMA Playlist.
A delightful Christmas film about family connections and love reconnection
by Jerry Donato - December 9, 2024 - 12:00am
Christmas is just around the corner. I’ve recently unwrapped one of my expected presents every year. It’s the rom-com, family film “Our Little Secret,” starring Lindsay Lohan and Ian Harding...
Enrique Gil explores horror and meta filmmaking in 'Strange Frequencies'
by Jerry Donato - December 6, 2024 - 12:00am
Interior (at a seemingly food joint). The character named Enrique Gil or Ken to people close to him, as implied, is talking to colleagues (yes, who are outside the film frame) and encouraging them with such a statement....
Kuya Kim Atienza gives a rundown of trending topics in a fun way
by Jerry Donato - December 5, 2024 - 12:00am
Kim Atienza has shown his gift of gab in various TV programs, encompassing morning, pre-lunch time, noontime and talk shows to weekday-weekend newscast and infotainment, educational ones.
Rahyan Carlos on training and producing ‘empowered’ actors
by Jerry Donato - December 4, 2024 - 12:00am
As head of training and development of MQuest Artists Agency, director Rahyan Carlos is in a quest, as a manner of speaking, to teach newbie talents about the rudiments of acting and retool and further mentor established...
Alexa Miro crosses the line between real and reel in horror film
by Jerry Donato - November 30, 2024 - 12:00am
Alexa Miro straddles between real and reel in “Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital,” an official entry at this year’s Metro Manila Film Festival.
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ... | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41 | 42
Are you sure you want to log out?
X
Login

Philstar.com is one of the most vibrant, opinionated, discerning communities of readers on cyberspace. With your meaningful insights, help shape the stories that can shape the country. Sign up now!

Get Updated:

Signup for the News Round now

FORGOT PASSWORD?
SIGN IN
or sign in with