Vilma’s ‘Ekstra’ can hope for Cannes

PUN ASIDE, the verdict is not yet in, so actress Vilma Santos and ace director Jeffrey Jeturian can still hope to enter the Cannes Festival.

According to Jeturian’s Facebook fan page, his indie film, which stars Vilma, and entitled Ekstra/The Bit, was submitted for screening to the 66th Cannes International Film Festival in May.

Iron Man 3 at SM Cinemas

WATCH the most awaited film Iron Man 3 at SM Cinemas beginning April 24.

Early ticket buyers will have a chance to have their photos taken at the Iron Man 3 photo booth on April 27 and 28 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Cinema lobby in SM City Consolacion. Just simply buy two movie tickets between April 2 to 23, or buy P200 worth of Snacktime items between April 24 to 28 at SM Cinema in SM City Consolacion.

‘Reel Time’ wins Peabody award

GMA News TV Channel 11 is proud to announce it has just won its first George Foster Peabody Award for the documentary program Reel Time.

The Peabody Awards—considered the Oscars of broadcast and electronic journalism—recognizes excellence, distinguished achievement and meritorious public service.

Kris wants protection order against ex-husband James Yap

KRIS Aquino has filed a temporary protection order (TPO) against her former husband, basketball star James Yap.

Costanilla: ‘Minglanilla’ movie under discussion

INITIATIVE. I commend local film advocate Albert Chan Paran for taking the initiative in organizing the Cebu Filmmakers’ Club (CFC) whose main aim is to encourage aspiring filmmakers to join it via Facebook. So it is actually a Facebook group where local movie enthusiasts, writers, actors, students and even film critics are free to become members. They can help achieve the dream of reviving the Cebuano movie industry, particularly the making and promotion of independent film productions. All well-meaning Cebuanos should support Paran’s initiative.

Mahal and Kuhol in ‘Tunay na Buhay’

SHE'S quite small at three feet tall but she’s been through the biggest controversies in her life. Among them is her colorful love life involving Jimboy and Mura. Who doesn’t know Mahal or Noemi Tesorero in real life?

Serna: ‘Thy Womb’ to be reshown

IT’S Pista Senyor once again! Today, the Cebu Provincial Government plays the role of one of the pilgrim sponsors in the 1 p.m. Holy Mass.

Sto. Niño devotees among Capitol employees will flock to the Basilica del Sto. Niño to take part in the celebration of the Holy Mass, which has become a tradition for the province at this time of the year. Pit Senyor!

Karylle finds healing in forgiving Dolphy

SINGER and The Kitchen Musical actress Karylle told Kris Aquino on Kris TV her long and solo journey on the road of forgiveness, which heals every wound, Manila Bulletin reported.

It seems that at the start, she did not have a smooth relationship with Dolphy, who was her mother Zsa Zsa Padilla’s long-time partner, the Bulletin reported. Her mom is the former wife of Dr. Modesto Tatlonghari, the dad of Karylle.

Slater Young, ready for showbiz

CEBU CITY -- March 31 was indeed a big night for Cebuano housemate Slater Young, as he was then proclaimed the Big Winner of the hit reality television series Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) Unlimited. After garnering 40.02 percent of the votes, Slater is the first male housemate to ever win the show’s regular season.

“Thank you kaayo,” was Slater’s message to the Cebuanos who have supported him all throughout his tough 155-day stay inside the house. “It’s a very nice feeling, to have the people in your own hometown supporting you.”