Sunnies Studios celebrate 1st year anniversary in style!

When Sunnies Studios hit Manila last year of October,  I was one of the thousands who lined up to their store located at SM Moa.  It was named Sunnies by Charlie then. The sunnies are well-loved because of its hip vintage style, quality, design and not to mention its affordable price range from P299 to P799. There are aviator, wide-rimmed, oversize shades, teashades, anything that you looked for in sunnies. It is comparable to a high-end designer cool eyewear without the hefty price. There is a Jane Birkin-inspired design and Paul Newman's too. Their sunnies has cute sounding names. I owned around 3 which I alternate with my designer sunglasses.

The Sunnies by Charlie is now officially Sunnies Studios owned by the well-known entrepreneurs/fashionistas Georgina Wilson,  Martine Cajucom, Bea Soriano and Eric Dee Jr. One couple, two cousins—all friends—they came together in 2013.

Sunnies Studios recently celebrate their 1st year anniversary last October 19, in style at Forbes Park, the festive party has the impressive guestlist of the movers and shakers of the fashion industry. The grand celebration started at 3:00 pm with endless uploads of photos from the social media Instagram (which has a 125,000 followers) Twitter and Facebook, the last time I checked Sunnies Instagram account,  pictures were still coming  until 12:00 am of  the following day.

 No wonder its office is teeming with mood boards, Polaroid snaps, and wall after wall of inspos paying homage to staff’s Pantone obsessions and lust for mid century furniture, holiday hotspots, teenage daydreams, drive-in typography and girl crushes ad nauseam.

This predilection for effortless cool is the ongoing romance that keeps the sparks flying, but what seals the deal is Sunnies Studios’ no-holds-barred take on expansion. This year, it opened 25 stations
nationwide and grew its manpower to  more than 150 employees. It also sells in Zalora, Avon, and all Cebu Pacific flights.

Expect launches in Iloilo, Boracay, and Clark by the end of 2014 to match its unprecedented social media presence, backed by 125, 000 followers on Instagram alone. With the numbers adding up, the inevitable name-change happened.

Sunnies Studios wants to communicate the brand’s growth as a retail space and lifestyle concept from an apparel spin-off to an umbrella label that houses unisex sunglasses and SPECS.

Offering a range of styles from cat eye glasses to mirrored aviators, the eyewear rookie stays true to its signature blend of Cali cool and jet set insouciance.


Photographer Emman Montalvan best captures this spirit of wild abandon in Sunnies Studios’ recent road trip campaign that sees its endorser, Georgina, on a road trip across the west coast from Joshua Tree to Silver Lake. Along the way, she and Martine stumbled upon desert art installations, slept at motels, loitered illegally around trailers, and outwitted Beverly Hills security.

In line with that adventure, Sunnies Studios also launched its first men’s line in collaboration with Borgy Manotoc. The collection redefines contemporary classic styles for men from all walks of life. Shot in a warehouse by Nicco Santos, the hijinks ensue alongside vintage cars, water tanks, and samurai swords.

As Sunnies Studios turns one, it is moving to a bigger HQ replete with pink marble flooring, personalized art, astro turf, and a horde of succulents. It is also revamping its official website fully groomed to appease everyday cravings for new Sunnies products and content. Stay tuned.

Triple O's second restaurant now OOOpens at Sm Aura Premier

Triple O’s Now OOOpen at SM Aura Premier

It has been four months since Triple O's launched its first restaurant at SM Megamall. For a starter I ordered their Bacon Cheddar burger (which is love at first bite)  it is big, tasty and fresh, their burgers will not dissapoint those who have big appetite.   For my friends living/working  near the Fort area, this favorite burger joint from Canada  opens its second branch at the fourth floor of SM Aura Premier.

 For anyone who has been to Canada, Triple O’s by White Spot will be instantly recognizable, placing an ear-to-ear smile on their face.

Established by Nat Bailey in 1928 as Canada’s first drive in restaurant, Triple O’s took an uncompromising stance on quality and flavor, propelling the brand into the powerhouse that it is today. It can also be said that Triple O’s huge success is due in large part to the legendary Triple O’s burger, which continues to make waves among customers who simply can’t get enough.

Triple O’s proclamation of having the “sauciest, juiciest, tastiest, bestest burgers around,” may sound like a tagline, but the 100% Canadian beef patty that goes into every burger is a convincing reason to back up the dialogue. Alongside its inimitable burgers, Triple O’s likewise offers fish and chicken burgers, which are perfectly grilled to a crunchy, flavorful crisp, as well as a selection of other main courses, such as chicken, pasta, and fish dishes.

“In Manila, we have also become known as the place that serves the best milkshakes in town,” explained Pinky Yee, who was mainly responsible for bringing the brand to the Philippines. “Our hand-scooped Triple O’s milkshakes have developed quite a loyal following,” she further noted.

For more information, please visit facebook.com/triplesosph or visit branches at the SM Megamall and SM Aura Premier.

John LLoyd Cruz turns ordinary times into #magicmoments

What will you do if John LLoyd Cruz suddenly appears from nowhere, hugs you back and surprises you with gifts? and turn your ordinary day into that one lovely afternoon? Watch the following videos, find out how John Lloyd Cruz delightfully bring that winning magical moments to people he encountered in their everyday lives.

Magic Man John Lloyd Cruz has struck again, this time in selected areas nationwide. Springing into the lives of unsuspecting people during their daily routines, Magic Crackers’ longtime endorser brought with him surprises and special prizes that transformed ordinary situations into magical moments. As part of the “Nothing Like Magic” campaign of Universal Robina Corporation’s (URC) Jack ‘n Jill Magic, John Lloyd visited Laguna, Pampanga, Cebu, Iloilo and Manila to show that magic moments can happen to anyone, anywhere and anytime, when he and Magic Crackers are around.




At the Centro Supermarket in San Pablo City, Laguna, the magic moment happened when 29-year-old Charita Tuyogan bought a pack of Magic Flakes which entitled her to pick an instant prize from a bowl at the Magic booth. Charita could not believe her eyes when she read her instant prize: “Congratulations! You win a BIG hug from John Lloyd Cruz, NOW NA!” She was even more shocked when the charming actor appeared out of nowhere and gave her and one-year-old son Jehoram Mendigorin a warm embrace. John Lloyd also gave the housewife a Magic Family Treat worth P50,000, which consists of URC products and shopping money. “Ang sarap palang magka-Magic Moment,” said Charita upon learning of her prize.



A lucky grocer at the Iloilo Supermart got the surprise of her life when, after being made to wait for a sample product, she came face-to-face with John Lloyd who personally replenished the stocks in the Magic booth. Aside from meeting the matinee idol, special education student Karen Almojallas of Lapaz, Iloilo City also received a Magic Back-To-School Package worth P50,000, which consists of a laptop and Robinsons gift checks.



At the Iloilo Airport, John Lloyd pulled a surprise on Micah Seminio of Calumpang, General Santos City as she was waiting for her flight home. The celebrity approached the unwary passenger and talked to her, acting as if they were old friends who have not seen each other for a long time. To celebrate the magic moment, the award-winning actor gifted her with a Magic Shopping Treat worth P50,000, which consists of URC products and Robinsons gift checks.



At the Clark International Airport in Pampanga, 27-year-old overseas Filipino worker Jennifer Daquigan of Sta. Maria, Pangasinan was waiting for her flight to Hong Kong when she suddenly noticed John Lloyd sitting in front. She was thrilled when the matinee idol started talking to her and was excited when the Magic Man presented her with a Magic Negosyo Starter worth P50,000 of URC products. “Napakasaya, ang sarap ng feeling” was how the lucky OFW summed up her Magic moment experience.



Angeles Public Market store owner Corazon Ocampo experienced a unique and rewarding surprise. A URC delivery guy who looked exactly like John Lloyd Cruz, came over one day not only to deliver boxes of Magic Crackers but also to give her a Magic Vacation Package worth P50,000, inclusive of airfare via Cebu Pacific, 2-night accommodation and pocket money.



At the Robinsons Supermarket in Fuente, Cebu, Jenevie Verances got excited upon knowing she will receive a freebie after purchasing Magic Flakes. Her excitement turned to tears of joy when the Magic man appeared out of nowhere to give her another gift—a Magic Domestic Vacation Package worth P50,000.



For University of Cebu students Rosa May Roa, Grace Alcovendas, Bob Burton Paglinawan, Exille Dio Golvin and Harold Hope Ariar, an ordinary trip to a photo booth turned into a magical moment when John Lloyd suddenly appeared to give them a Magic Rainy Day Shopping Spree consisting of P50,000 worth of Robinsons gift checks.



During their school’s annual pep rally, little did the students of the Technological Institute of the Philippines Manila know that simply participating in one of the games could win them such a magical moment. After a series of elimination games, Ester Policarpio, Jomabell Loscano, Sheryll Limpios, Zyren Joy Tristeza and Paula Isabel Sazon found themselves lucky to end up as game winners. As they were about to get their prizes, they saw John Lloyd Cruz walking towards their direction. The heartthrob awarded them with a Sem Starter Surprise in the form of Robinsons gift checks worth P50,000, making their victory even sweeter.

All Robinsons gift checks are valid for use in all Robinsons Retail Holdings stores such as Robinsons Supermarket, Robinsons Department Store, Handyman, Toys R Us, Topshop, Warehouse, River Island, and many more.

John Lloyd Cruz and Magic Crackers have a lot more tricks up their sleeve. Who knows, you might find them in your neighborhood one day with their surprises and special prizes, turning ordinary times into magic moments.

GlutaMAX partners with Posh Nails for the White Zumba Party

I have been doing aerobics for years, it let me lose weight the fun way while exercising from 142 lbs I trimmed down to 116 lbs. But since Zumba was born, a Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance-fitness party developed by Alberto “Beto” Perez. It has become an international dance fitness craze.
Zumba is a moderate form of exercise that lets you dance/rest in between pace and gives you the benefit of a cardio-work-out. If your goal is to be healthy, work up a sweat, and stimulate your cardio system,  then Zumba is for you.

GlutaMAX partners with Posh Nails,  one of the country’ s leading nail spa in celebrating the #WhiteZumbaParty with the media held at Roxys Event Place, Tomas Morato last October 16, 2014. It was graced by the GlutaMAX's Jose Paulo N. Legaspi – President, HEALTHWELL NUTRACEUTICALS, INC.,ambassadors Alice Dixson, Regine Angeles, Jackie Oda and  GMA artists Diva Montelaba, Stephanie Sol, and Mayton Eugenio.

GlutaMAX's hero ingredient -glutathione, the body's master anti-oxidant, has a long list of health benefits. And that's on top of its side effect, which is whitening,"  says Jose Paulo N. Legaspi – President, HEALTHWELL NUTRACEUTICALS, INC.,

Jose Paulo N. Legaspi

Paul Riyadh Chuapoco

 Posh Nails, with its long- standing record in providing the best nail spa services, is the kind of partnership we're looking for," says Jose Paulo N. Legaspi , Healthwell'Nutraceuticals President "This partnership with GlutaMAX is definitely one of the highlights of Posh Nails 1 29' Year Anniversary celebration," says Cat Ilacad , President and CEO of Posh Nails. "We hope that this will last for many Posh Nails anniversaries to come," Ilacad added. Posh Nails offers Whitening Manicure + Pedicure powered by G1utaMAX. This is an advanced treatment designed to eliminate stains and keep your nails lighter, smoother, and more youthful.

Jackie Oda and Regine Angeles

 Joining in on the Zumba fun were some of the metro's top bloggers and the winners of #MyGlutaMAX online contest. The White Zumba Party was sponsored by ‘Nice Day Coffee, Jamba Iuice, Krispy Kreme, Vitamax — C, YSA Skin & Body Experts, Creamy Delight, YSA Botanica, MEISTER, PRDGY, Beyond Yoga, Spa in the City, The Farm Organics, and Pizza Hut.

GlutaMAX, a premium whitening system, has been in the country since 2007.  GlutaMAX’ bestsellers are the following  (Underarm & lnner Thigh Cream, Light & Firm Facial Wash, instant White Lotion, Light & ‘Fight Feminine Wash, Reduced Glutathione Capsule, Lightening soap. Lightening Lotion, Deodorant and Anti-perspirant and Lightening Cream).  GlutaMAX and PoshNails‘ shared passion to promote‘ Health; Beauty‘ and Fitness.  As part of the partnership, GlutaMAX and Posh Nails launches a new salon service: Whitening Manicure+Pedicure powered by GIutaMAX.

The paradise that is Green Canyon Resort

I woke up very early, packed my bag headed to Quezon City and joined the group of bloggers and media for our ride going to the grand opening of the Green Canyon Resort  last October 10, 2014. It was a one and a half ride from QC to Pampanga.  Green Canyon Resort is a 29-hectare property located at the heart of Sacobia Valley. I was overwhelmed at what greeted me, the  countryside is beaming with verdant green trees, mountains and a relaxing fresh air. Just what I needed from the hustle and bustle in the city.

Well-renowned for its eco-art concept of a recreational destination, Green Canyon Resort celebrated its grand opening with a series of exciting activities.  The premier vacation spot in the North gave us an ultimate experience of what kind of understated service, high quality, and culinary delights that the holiday sanctuary has to offer.

Enthusiastically hosted by TV personality, movie actress, model, and ANC’s Philippine Realty host Angel Jacob, the event successfully began the event with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the start of the day that was filled with charming auras from the attendees and sunny vibe from the nature-friendly atmosphere of the resort.

As a warm welcome, the Director General and Chairman of Philippine Economic Zone Authority, Lilia B. De Lima, provided an energized dose of inspiration to the guests with her keynote speech. It was an honor and privilege to have De Lima in the affair, who is a multi-awarded public official, one of the pillars and creators of the country’s economic zone development, and has the prestige of having a flower named after her by University of the Philippines Los Baños, ‘Hibiscus rosa-sinensis.’

Together with De Lima, art enthusiasts in their respective fields also graced the occasion to take part in Green Canyon Resort’s formal launch, which included famed musician and violinist John Lesaca, Sri Lankan photographer Tilak Hettige, Altro Mondo Arte Contemporanea Gallery owner Remigio David, and Green Canyon Resort resident artist Niccolo Jose. We were also treated to a free visit to Green Canyon’s Hotel Lodge and Art Gallery that features the brilliant creations of pyrography art and wood sculptures of the young and talented artist Niccolo Jose.

Niccolo Jose

As the day had hit the sunny rays of mid-afternoon after the sumptuous Kapampangan dishes and delicacies were served for lunch at the resort’s Events Pavilion, Green Canyon Resort Manager Abel Jose spearheaded a fun-filled line-up of outdoor activities that heightened the energy of the crowd.

We took hold of the activity map that contained the mechanics and list of leisure activities that we will  choose to do for the rest of the afternoon before the dinner event. The activities ranged from a photography class with photographer Caloy Creencia to a culinary session with the resort’s resident chef, an art workshop with Niccolo Jose that highlighted pyrography demonstration, painting, and live woodwork, swimming time in Symphony pool or Waves pool, 30-minute biking, and an EarlyBerd hunt that allowed guests to have fun searching for Niccolo Jose’s wooden miniature bird creation, which entitles its holder to lavish discounts and exclusive promos. We chose the painting session, it was fun doodling and put colors on on what we called our art piece. It was indeed a very fun afternoon.

I got three Berds which entitled me to a lot of discounts the moment I come back and visit the paradise again.

As a unique way to cap off the merriment with an unforgettable night, Green Canyon Resort gathered all its guests to a bountiful dinner that once again showcased farm-to-table food selections inspired from the Kapampangan cuisine. Besides the delicious dishes, the special number of musician John Lesaca added joy to the hearts of many with the soulful beats and notes that he played in the event. Lots of prizes were also given. Photography class teacher Creencia acknowledged winners of the best photo entries, while the resort’s Manager Abel Jose gladly handed the wooden birds to the ones who participated in the EarlyBerd hunt. Before the night ended, Mulatto Band, one of the most sought-after groups in the entertainment circuit, serenaded the guests with its 70s music fever and other contemporary melodies.

Indeed, with the great combination of art and nature, which is all spruced up with a haven of lush greeneries, excellent accommodation, quality amenities, and warm service, Green Canyon remains to be one of the country’s must-visit travel destinations that’s perfect for every adventurous heart and wanderlust spirit.

Green Canyon is located at San Vicente Road, Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga. For more information, visit www.greencanyon.com.ph.

Electrolux Delightful-E transforms worn out clothes into quilts with GawadKalinga’sTrese

I was first exposed to idea of service to others when a co-employee suffered a Dengue fever stage 4 and badly needed a blood transfusion. I have become a blood donor by accident, but continued on the deed after that,  I wanted to save lives by blood letting. Giving has a healing effect, believe me. Everybody has each share of helping the needy. I have  seen individuals inspired by others taking that first step, and have consequently taken the first step themselves.

 When I received an invite for the Gawad Kalinga's Trese Community in Payatas thru Electrolux (Fleishman-HillardPH) I said yes right away. It was a 45 minute drive away from QC on a sunny morning last October 14, 2014.  It was my first time to visit Gawad Kalinga's Trese, I wanted to meet the people behind the good cause.

The street going to Trese community

Electrolux Marketing Manager, Andrea Pionilla

Julius and Mike Go of Gawad Kalinga

Julius introduced us how to press photo silkscreen 

My first try on manual printscreen

My finished product

Electrolux with its long running advocacy of collecting and laundering clothes for calamity-stricken survivors, partners up with Gawad Kalinga's Trese in recycling worn out clothes into beautiful quilts for the new born babies and children in orphanages. What started as a small act of giving has continued to grow as each person deepens their commitment to service.

 Gawad Kalinga Trese' s Supervisor Ate Lita

Ate Lita's co worker sewing quilts

We witnessed how donated clothes sewn into colorful quilts that would make the most beautiful blanket an orphan could used. One of the most touching and inspirational stories I have seen and heard is that of Ate Lita, their supervisor at Trese Community, she started sewing quilts by herself and then recruited her neighbors, together they have earned enough to fend for their family. They have sewn quilts for distribution to orphanages, and accepted sewing job for other companies as well.

The finished quilt

Sharing with this tradition, Electrolux, a global leader in home appliances, has been collecting and laundering clothes for calamity-stricken survivors for several years now. This year, Electrolux, through its Delightful-E Simple campaign, innovated this long-running advocacy.

Together with Gawad Kalinga’s Trese community, Electrolux will upcycle unusable clothes into quilts for children and new born babies in orphanages and other communities.

“Electrolux believes that there must be dignity in the clothes that we donate. To make sure that every piece of clothing is in good condition, we will sort out the worn out, unwearable ones, then upcycle them into quilts with the help of Trese” said Andrea Pionilla, Electrolux Marketing Manager. “With this partnership, we aim not only to give quilts to children and new born babies but also another source of livelihood for this Payatas community.”

Be a part of this meaningful advocacy by donating some pre-loved clothes. You may drop off your donations in any of these locations:


• Electrolux Customer Service Hub
Grundfos Building, 5548 Osmena Highway, Brgy. San Isidro, Makati City

• Mommy Mundo Head Office
2nd Floor Fun Ranch Frontera Verde, Ortigas Center, Pasig City

• Unilever Philippines Head Office
1351 United Nations Ave., Paco, Manila

• Empire East Land Holdings Inc.
11th Floor World Center Bldg., Sen Gil Puyat, Makati City

• St. Mary's College
37 Mother Ignacia Ave., Paligsahan Quezon City

• Kodak Philippines
2901 88 Corporate Center Valero cor. Sedeno St., Salcedo Village, Makati City

• Morgan Stanley
16th Floor E-Services Building, Bonifacio Global City, The Fort, Taguig

• Center for Culinary Arts (CCA)
287 Katipunan Ave., Loyola Heights, Quezon City

• Dasmarinas Village (Homeowners Association Office)
1419 Campanilla St. Dasmarinas Village, Makati City

• BrandAction Inc.
Unit 4B ALPAP Bldg., 160 LP Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati City

• BrandAction Inc.
Unit 4B ALPAP Bldg., 160 LP Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati City

• Isla Lipana& Co.
29th Floor Philam Life Tower 8767 Paseo de Roxas Makati City


Visit electolux.com.ph and click the Delightful-E tab to know more about the Electrolux Delightful-E Simple to Share advocacy and for the full list of donation drop-off sites. You can also visit www.facebook.com/thelittlewhitebook or follow @ElectroluxPH on Twitter and Instagram.

Watch the suspense courtroom thriller "How to Get Away with Murder" premieres tonight at Sony Channel

I am an avid fan of Shonda Rhimes' Scandal, I was hooked to hers since its pilot season, it is an edge-of-the-seat thriller drama series that would leave you ask for more. Anything Shonda Rhimes, will get my attention pronto. Upon learning that How to Get Away with Murder will have a media special screening this week, I said yes right away to an invite. I love how Shonda Rhimes' fast talking characters, and for a change I love how this courtroom drama with  hotshot attorneys outdo each other not to mention the law students involved.

How to Get Away with Murder held its blue carpet screening last night October 14 at Century Mall, it was graced by celebrities and media. The Sony tv launch was  hosted by Marco Lobregat and Shamcey Supsup.

This by far has the best script written with  suspenseful premise, star by no less than a two-time Oscar-nominated actress Viola Davis,  it marks her first series regular role in a decade,  she plays Annalise Keating, the brilliant and mysterious criminal defense professor to her favorite ambitious law students who later entangled in a murder plot and thoroughly change the course of their lives. It has the making of a topnotch series with its playful sexy suspense-driven attack to its first two episodes.


 Sony Channel brings  “How To Get Away With Murder”, to the Philippines and I have a reason to watch away every week. It was produced by Shonda Rhimes and Betsy Beers (“Grey’s Anatomy”, “Scandal”) and premieres tonight October 15, 2014 at 9:05 p.m. on the Sony Channel.


"I don’t know what terrible things you’ve done in your life up to this point, but clearly your karma’s out of balance to get assigned my class. I’m Professor Annalise Keating and this is Criminal Law 100, or as I prefer to call it, How to Get Away with Murder."

The law students who stars alongside are  Wes Gibbins (Alfred Enoch), a wide-eyed, likable boy-next-door recently accepted off the waitlist; Michaela Pratt (Aja Naomi King), a confident, ambitious overachiever born knowing how to "lean in;" Connor Walsh (Jack Falahee), a sly, sophisticated heartbreaker used to getting any prize he lays his eyes on; Laurel Castillo (Karla Souza), a quiet, sensitive idealist who's easy to underestimate and Asher Millstone (Matt McGorry), an entitled know-it-all born into a world of Ivy League educations and country club memberships. The students all work under two of Annalise's dedicated associates: Frank Delfino (Charlie Weber), a local Philly boy done good, and Bonnie Winterbottom (Liza Weil), a sweet, observant team-player with a hidden edge.

"How to Get Away with Murder" is created and executive-produced by Pete Nowalk ("Scandal," "Grey's Anatomy").Shonda Rhimes ("Scandal," "Grey's Anatomy"), Betsy Beers ("Scandal," "Grey's Anatomy") and Bill D'Elia ("Grey's Anatomy," "The West Wing") also serve as executive producers. "How to Get Away with Murder" is produced by ABC Studios.

“How To Get Away With Murder” premieres Wednesday, October 15 at 9.05pm, on Sony Channel  (Double Episodes Premiere)

NANDITO PA KAMI – Tiongco Brothers

One of the country’s national treasure for entertainment and Aliw Awards Lifetime Achievement Awardee, The Tiongco Brothers is the featured entertainers of “Nandito Pa Kami” slated for October 29 and 30 at Bistro RJ in Dusit Thani Hotel. Showtime is 8:30 pm.

The Tiongco Brothers more popularly known as the “Four Aces of the Philippines” have managed to maintain the blending of their voices at par. They are the only trio who are brothers and has maintained their level of performance and popularity for more than five decades. A record to break in the Philippine entertainment history.

Their rendition of the Platters Medley, Four Aces hit songs, Lettermen songs brought back the golden years of live entertainment in the Philippines. As they have explained, that during their era, there were only few original Pilipino music that made it to the hit chart. Unlike now, that original compositions are big hits. They sing songs popularized mostly by foreign singers, for that was the trend during their time. And during their travels abroad, they remembered being introduced as the Four Aces of the Philippines.

The show NANDITO PA KAMI on October 29 and 30 will be one of the few rare performances of the Tiongco Brothers. They still sing, dance and deliver jokes with the perfect blending which made them famous and they have never aged.
Part of the proceeds of Nandito Pa Kami will go to HELP Foundation Inc.

Tickets prices are Php 1,500 VIP seats and Php 1,200 Premium Seats

For details please call up 09282801551; 02-3453115 and 09228558144

“ANNABELLE” POSSESSED THE HIGHEST-GROSSING HORROR FILM EVER IN PH

I lost my voice after watching this movie. I was horrified and palpitated to most of the  fright scenes that have shown. The demon doll was good, I slept with the lights on. Thats why it doesnt surprised me that it has the biggest-grossing foreign horror movie released here.

New Line Cinema’s supernatural thriller “Annabelle” surpassed the biggest-grossing foreign horror movie ever released in the Philippines.

The film about a doll possessed by an evil spirit has terrified the local box-office to the tune of P121.13-million as of yesterday, Oct. 13, this according to Francis Soliven, General Manager of Warner Bros. Philippines which distributed the movie.

The gross of previous record-holder “Insidious: Chapter 2” at P113-million was actually surpassed by “Annabelle” after only 12 days of release.  Going into its third week, the demonic doll is tracking to dominate the coming weekend again as audiences’ appetite for a good scare seems boundless.

“We expect to continue excellent box-office performance for `Annabelle’ as the Halloween season ushers in,” says Soliven.  “The combination of an engrossing story, great filmmaking and reliable association with last year’s hit horror film `The Conjuring’ propelled `Annabelle’ to succeed.  The film delivered in a huge way.”

About “Annabelle”:
She terrified you in “The Conjuring,” but this is where it all began for “Annabelle.”  Capable of unspeakable evil, the actual doll exists locked up in an occult museum in Connecticut—visited only by a priest who blesses her twice a month.
In the film, John Form has found the perfect gift for his expectant wife, Mia -- a beautiful, rare vintage doll in a pure white wedding dress.  But Mia’s delight with Annabelle doesn’t last long.  On one horrific night, their home is invaded by members of a satanic cult, who violently attack the couple.  Spilled blood and terror are not all they leave behind.  The cultists have conjured an entity so malevolent that nothing they did will compare to the sinister conduit to the damned that is now...Annabelle.

Annabelle Wallis (“X-Men: First Class”) and Ward Horton (“The Wolf of Wall Street”) star as the Forms. Oscar nominee Alfre Woodard (“Twelve Years a Slave”) stars as Evelyn, a neighbor who owns a bookstore.

“Annabelle” reunites the filmmakers behind 2013’s hugely successful supernatural thriller “The Conjuring.” John R. Leonetti, who served as cinematographer on “The Conjuring,” directed the film.   James Wan, director of the global hit, produced “Annabelle” with Peter Safran. Gary Dauberman wrote the script.

            Still showing across the Philippines, “Annabelle” is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.