SM CinExclusive releases Black Butler at SM Cinema on July 23

SM Cinema through its CinExclusive program, the exclusive screening of films at the digital theatres of SM Cinema nationwide, is showing the live action movie Black Butler starting July 23, 2014.

 Prepare to be charmed by demonic butler Sebastian, who highly values everything his master presents him with, I never read Manga but I became an instant fan of Sebastian who by the way loves cat. I was fascinated by his mysterious ways, so to discover more about him, go and see Black Butler on July 23, 2014 on the big screen.

Black Butler is loosely based on the Japanese manga of the same name written and illustrated by Yana Toboso and serialized in the monthly G-Fantasy, published by Square Enix. Since its first publication in 2006, the series has sold 18 million copies worldwide and has been translated to 20 languages and sold in 42 countries and territories.

Black Butler features an all-new story set 130 years later after the events in the manga. It revolves around Kiyoharu who, upon the request of the Queen, investigates murder cases with the help of the demonic butler Sebastian.

SM Cinema is the largest film exhibitor in the Philippines with more than 250 screens in 48 branches across the nation. SM Cinema operates IMAX which offers state-of-the-art projection system, surround system and crystal-clear lifelike images that appear real. Aside from IMAX, SM Cinema also operates Director’s Club Cinema that has the best comfort and style which offers leather seats, and butler service. This is best for movie buffs that prefer high-end choice.

Movie goers can also check cinema schedule by dialing the hotline number, (02) 470-2222.  This hotline number can be used for movie concerns and ticket purchases. Tickets, from movies to concerts, can also be easily purchased at SM Tickets, the only ticketing agency with booths available nationwide.
Snacks are also available in SM Cinema through Snack Time. Snack Time offers a wide variety of food, from snacks such as popcorn, burgers, sandwiches, corndogs, drinks and candies to healthy gourmet meals fit for movie goers’ lifestyle.

“At SM Lifestyle Entertainment Incorporated, our mission is to make our entertainment and food brands the first choice among all Filipinos because of the great experience and value for money that we provide through our empowered managers and motivated co-workers. Our world-class recreational facilities, products and services aim to provide Filipinos more venues to create wonderful memories with their families, friends and loved ones,” says Edgar C. Tejerero, President.

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Bestselling Manga Series "Black Butler" Now on Screen

YANA TOBOSO’S BESTSELLING MANGA SERIES “BLACK BUTLER” ADAPTED TO SCREEN
(0PENS ON JULY 23 EXCLUSIVE IN SM CINEMAS NATIONWIDE)

The original comic series “Black Butler” that female Japanese artist Yana Toboso illustrated and wrote had been serialized in the monthly G-Fantasy, published by Square Enix.  The manga series had been adapted to a movie with the same title, “Black Butler,” directed by Kentaro Otani (“Nana” series) and Keiichi Sato (“Asura”) with a screenplay by Tsutomo  Kuroiwa, stars Mizushima in the titular role of the Black Butler who goes by the name Sebastian.

While the original manga is set in 19th century England, this new film is set more than 130 years later in 2020, in an Asian city where Western and Asian cultures freely intermingle. At the time when the movie is set, only males can take the reins of the Phantomhive family, a young woman named Shiori dons male clothes and took on the name Kiyoharu to lead the massive Phantom Corporation.

Sebastian is a demonic butler. Perfect at the preparation and serving of exquisite meals and in providing service and protection.  He has an extensive knowledge of all fields.  Sebastian is bound by a secret contract to serve his master, Kiyoharu (Goriki), and in return for supporting his master’s mission, Sebastian will receive Kiyoharu’s soul at the end of the bargain.

Mizushima plays Sebastian to the hilt, as the perfect but arrogant butler with elegant movement and stylish manners.  As the movie gets into the darker side. Mummified dead bodies of various dignitaries from around the world are being discovered, a mysterious tarot card left beside each of them at the scene.

 Kiyoharu, a young head of the Genpo noble family sees the world as it heads into chaos.  He also serves as a secret watchdog for the Queen, a service that his family has provided for generations.  The Queen orders Kiyoharu to solve the mummification incidents.  As he starts to investigate, he hires the services of his perfect butler, Sebastian, who is actually a demon.  Kiyoharu has been hiding his true identity since his parents’ tragic death years earlier.

                “Black Butler” will open exclusive in SM Cinemas nationwide on July 23 and will be distributed by Silverline Inc.