Sanofi Philippines initiated programs to help patients and their families be informed on proper care, lifestyle habits, and nutrition

The Sweet Talk Your Way Out of Diabetes and What’s Cookin’, Good Lookin’ online events were a sweet end to the month-long World Diabetes Day Celebration of Sanofi Philippines. In the words of Sanofi’s Country Lead Dr. Amal Makhloufi, “we put the spotlight on what is being done to create awareness and provide solutions for those affected by this lifestyle disease.”

 

For the organization, the events were created to amplify their Panata in cultivating a healthier Philippines for all. It was a friendly and casual approach on how they can bring important topics such as diabetes care into the spotlight without instilling fear among the audience.

 

“Our goal is to make it easier for every Filipino to seek access to quality innovative care. It is our mission to just go beyond medicines, but to look and explore holistic care and management especially for our patients with chronic conditions like diabetes,” Dr. Makhloufi shared.

 

The two events were hosted on Step Up for Diabetes, Philippine Diabetes Support, and Sabrina’s Kitchen Facebook Pages, as well as Sanofi PH’s (@sanofi.ph) Instagram respectively. Esteemed speakers and participants were able to share a handful of information about how to do grocery shopping for diabetics and how to mindfully create a healthy routine for everyone in the household. Several industry icons and experts were also present to add value to the event.

 

Bianca Dualan of Sakro Space and Tonyo Silva of Gising Gising PH were generous enough to grace these 2 important events and answer curious questions from the attendees and share their knowledge on how to create a healthy grocery shopping habit.

 

“We should take more time to consider what we eat. Kailangan empowered si patient and as well as the other people in the healthcare system--kailangan ma-educate si patient to know what goes on in their health. Coming from their food, we need to look into these not just as calories but as nutrients that can improve or worsen their condition”, Bianca said.

 

“When you buy this, incorporated na sa price ang shared box to Philippine Diabetes Support. Each box is up to 6kg that can support a family of 4 for a week.”, Tonyo explained the contents of the Panata box.

 

The Panata Box is Gising Gising’s newest addition, hinging from Sanofi’s Panata, which contains high fiber, low glycemic index/glycemic load fruits and vegetables that help in diabetes management. The Panata box costs P1,250 each.

For every Panata Box sold, Gising Gising PH shall also share a box to patients from the Philippine Diabetes Support. The Philippine Diabetes Support is an organization that helps spread awareness on this lifestyle disease. 

 

Former Bb. Pilipinas-International and now a kitchen diva, Sabrina Artadi shared a mouthwatering recipe for her Mango Pineapple Yogurt treat during the Sweet Talk Your Way Out of Diabetes private media event as a teaser to the longer What’s Cookin’ Good Lookin’ Instagram Live. 

 

The Instagram Live on Sanofi PH’s official Instagram page happened on December 1 that featured more of Chef Sabrina’s recipes and techniques on how to enjoy a gastronomic experience without the guilt.

 

She prepared a handful of recipes using the Panata Box which can be easily done at home including:

 Sigarilyas Okra Mushroom Vegan Curry, Pineapple Kangkong Salad, Pineapple Malunggay Mango Smoothie, Ginger Turmeric Iced Tea

 

Living with someone with diabetes, Mommy Eve Lugod of theAsianParent PH, who is also a nutritionist and dietician, also shared what she knows and what she does to help her family consciously choose to live a healthier lifestyle.

 

“I would recommend to moms out there to try preparing food with your kids. It’s very fun kasi while preparing the food, they get to learn also the different types of food included in that meal. And at the same time, they also learn why we are including this kind of vegetable and food for good health. Start them young!”, she shared.

 

“It is our Panata here in the PH to improve the management of this disease because [once again, remember] it's not the end of life, it's the beginning of change to empower people to [a] better life, live their life.” Dr. Amal Makhloufi shared.

 

For more information on Sanofi PH’s programs and campaigns on lifestyle diseases management, visit the official website and verified Instagram and LinkedIn pages.

Join Ortigas Malls as they celebrate Christmas with the Stars on Dec.11!

Join Ortigas Malls as they celebrate Christmas with a star-studded cast for a meaningful cause.  Christmas with the Stars is an online fundraising concert on December 11, 2021 at 7 PM on ktx.ph for the benefit of the Independent Production Workers Group (IPWG).

Christmas with the Stars will feature Kilabotitos Ogie Alcasid & Ian Veneracion, along with the

country’s best OPM artists such as Gary Valenciano, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, Martin Nievera, Jose Mari Chan, Lani Misalucha, The Company, Dingdong Avanzado, Noel Cabangon, Christian Bautista, Aicelle Santos, Ryan Cayabyab Singers, Lara Maigue, Gian Magdangal, Poppert Bernadas, Moira Lacambra, Krystle, Mr. Ryan Cayabyab and more!

 

Ticket is FREE for every single or accumulated purchase receipt of Php 1,000 from any

establishment of Ortigas Malls from November 4 to December 10, 2021. Donation of Php 800 to 1,000 can also be exchanged for a ticket. Visit ortigasmalls.com to claim your ticket.

Check out Greenhills Mall, Tiendesitas, Estancia, and Industria Facebook pages for more details!

Get up to 56% off on your favorite OPPO gadgets during their 12.12 sale on Shopee and Lazada

Christmas lists can sometimes be never-ending, but shopping, especially during the holiday rush, is now made simpler with OPPO’s special holiday deals and discounts-galore this 12.12!

 

Get up to 56% off on your favorite OPPO gadgets during their 12.12 sale on Shopee and Lazada, the best way to make sure your loved ones’ stockings are stuffed in time for the holidays. From December 12 to 14, not only will you get more than half off best-selling smart devices like Reno series, A Series, OPPO Watch, Enco X and more, you can also get vouchers worth Php200 and Php400 for minimum spends of Php9,999 and Php14,999 respectively.

For a minimum spend of Php500, you can also get shipping vouchers worth Php50 and Php55 on Shopee and Lazada respectively. If you’re one of the first to checkout smartphones, you can also get a free pair of G25 earphones, valid only on December 12 from 12am-2am.

 

Buyers during this special sale can also walk away with an extra OPPO smartphone of their choice! Purchase any OPPO gadget on December 12 on either Shopee and Lazada, and get a chance to be one of five lucky winners of another OPPO smartphone! To be announced during a special livestream on December 28, OPPO will be drawing five names each from Shopee and Lazada shoppers. 

 

Lazada customers will also be in for more holiday specials with 10% coins cashback on your purchase, and Php60 Lazada Bonus vouchers for every Php600 spent. Six lucky shoppers will also win a free GAH gift bundle, including an LTE-advanced modem and three months of 100GB data, all worth Php5,000. 

 

 

To know more about the latest OPPO exclusive Christmas deals and events, visit the official website or via the official Facebook page at OPPO Philippines.

 

TECNO Mobile, is making the holiday season extra festive and fun for everyone with back-to-back sale events

 Premium smartphone brand, TECNO Mobile, is making the holiday season extra festive and fun for everyone with back-to-back sale events happening just in time for Christmas. Mark your calendars, and get ready to treat yourself and your loved ones to the best smartphones from TECNO Mobile, including the “Movie Master” CAMON 18. 

 

 

Visit the TECNO Mobile Flagship Store in Lazada, and the TECNO Mobile PH Official Store in Shopee Mall to kick off your shopping spree at the TECNO Pre-Holiday Sale on December 12 to 14, 2021. Keep adding to cart, and check more items off your holiday wish list at the TECNO Christmas Payday Sale, happening on December 15 and 16, 2021. And finally, you have one more chance to complete your last-minute Christmas shopping at the TECNO Holiday Sale from December 22 to 26, 2021, also in TECNO’s Official Lazada and Shopee Stores. 

 

Show someone you care with a new CAMON 18 this Christmas

A perfect gift for the holidays, TECNO Mobile’s CAMON 18 Series pushes the boundaries of what it means to be a professional camera smartphone, delivering unbelievably clear images and videos, thanks to its advanced anti-shaking capabilities. This smartphone series is perfect for filmmakers, content creators, and everyone who loves capturing important milestones, and scenes from everyday life on video. 

CAMON 18 available in Iris Purple, White, and Dusk Gray

 

CAMON 18 Iris Purple

Your loved ones would surely appreciate a new CAMON 18 smartphone as a Christmas gift this year, and why not get one for yourself, too? CAMON 18 is equipped with a 48MP multi-function triple camera, and also comes in a beautiful Iris Purple colorway that’s perfect for the women in your life. As a special holiday offer, CAMON 18 can be yours for only Php 8,999, discounted from its regular price of Php 9,499, on all of TECNO Mobile’s sale dates. 

CAMON 18 Premier in Ocean Moonlight color

 CAMON 18P available also in Iris Purple, White, and Dusk Grey

 

You could also check out CAMON 18 Premier, which has an Ultra-steady Gimbal Camera, and CAMON 18P, which features a 48MP clear and steady video camera, and a 13MP 50mm pro portrait camera. CAMON 18 Premier will be priced at Php 14,990 during the sale, while CAMON 18P will be offered at the discounted price of Php 10,490.

 

Get more bang for your buck with exclusive CAMON 18 plus AIoT gear bundles this Christmas season. For only Php 15,989, you can get a CAMON 18 Premier paired with TECNO Buds 1, discounted from its original price of Php 17,189. What’s more, you can save up to Php 1,500 if you get the CAMON 18 Premier and TECNO Watch 1 bundle.

 

Besides that, discount bundles are also offered for the CAMON 18P if you pair it with the TECNO Buds 2, you’ll get a discount of Php 700.You may also get the CAMON 18P along with the TECNO Watch 1 for only Php 11,989 which is Php 1,000 less from its regular SRP. There’s also the CAMON 18 plus TECNO Buds 2 bundle, which can be yours for only Php 9,798 during the sale, from its original price of Php 10,498.

More smartphone offers from TECNO Mobile for a joyous holiday season

Also going on sale this Christmas is TECNO Mobile’s Spark 8P, which you can purchase for only Php 7,299, from its regular price of Php 7,499, at the TECNO Mobile Flagship Store in Lazada. This “Ace for New Gen” smartphone is fitted with a 50MP Ultra Clear AI Triple Camera that allows you to capture each moment clearly and vividly. It also has a 1080P FHD+ Dot Notch Screen, and a huge 5000mAh battery with power saving optimization.

Other TECNO smartphones that will be offered at specially discounted prices include Spark 7 Pro for Php 6,290, Spark 7T for just Php 6,299, Spark 6 Go for only Php 4,199, and POP 5 LTE for Php 4,499. Select TECNO Mobile AIoT products are also going on sale this Christmas, including TECNO Buds 1, which will be sold at the discounted price of Php 999, and TECNO Buds 2, which you can get for only Php 799.

 

Be sure to catch the TECNO Pre-Holiday Sale on December 12 to 14, 2021, the TECNO Christmas Payday Sale on December 15 and 16, 2021, and the TECNO Holiday Sale from December 22 to 26, 2021, all happening at the TECNO Mobile Flagship Store in Lazada, and the TECNO Mobile PH Official Store in Shopee Mall.

 

Stay updated on all the latest promos when you like and follow TECNO Mobile Philippines on Facebook. Visit www.tecno-mobile.com/ph to learn more about your favorite TECNO Mobile smartphones and gadgets.

Beko Sends Love This Christmas with its biggest promo worth over P1M in prizes

It’s always the case that everyone is more generous during the holidays and leading European appliance brand Beko is no exception as it launches Beko Sends Love This Christmas, where you can win a grand appliance showcase and other exciting prizes all worth more than Php1 million.

The grand prize winner in the raffle wins the Beko Home Appliance Showcase, which includes some of Beko’s best appliances with state-of-the-art technologies to make life easier. The showcase includes a Beko 22.7 cu ft inverter side by side refrigerator (Php61,990), Beko 60 cm wall-mounted hood (Php19,990), Beko 60 cm freestanding cooker with 4 vitroceramic hobs  multi-functional oven (Php51,990), Beko10.5 kg frontload washing machine (Php42,990), Beko 8kg air-vented frontload dryer and 1.5HP inverter split-type air conditioner (Php36,990).

Two major prizes of a Beko 22.7 cu. ft. Inverter Side by Side Refrigerator (Php61,990) are also up for grabs. Minor prizes will also be given away to five lucky winners who will be bringing home a Beko 2HP Split-type Airconditioner (Php46,990). 

There will also be 12 winners of a Beko 11.1 cu. ft. Inverter Chest Freezer for the mini prize, and consolation prizes for 50 winners of a Beko 2200W Steam Iron, and 30 winners of a Beko 1000W 10-cup Thermo Carafe Coffee Maker. 

So how can you join what is Beko’s biggest promo of the year?

Simply purchase any Beko product in a single receipt from All Home, Anson’s, Asian Home, Fair N Square, Goldtech, Greatworld, HAT, Lazada, Robinsons, Savers, Shopee, SM Appliance and Western Appliance from November 15 – December 15, 2021, for a chance to join the raffle promo.

Single receipt purchases of Beko products amounting to Php10,000 and up are entitled to join the raffle. For purchases worth Php10,000 – Php26,000, customers will receive one (1) raffle entry. For purchases worth Php26,001-P40,000, customers will receive two (2) raffle entries. For purchases worth P40,001 and above, customers will receive three (3) raffle entries.

The winners will be announced after the raffle draw on December 17, 2021 at 11am via Zoom with DTI representative. A customer can only win once. Beko Pilipinas Corp. will shoulder the 20% tax for prizes over Php10,000.

Because it's Christmas and it’s the season for loving and sharing, Beko is also giving away 50% discount vouchers on top of the available discount products with freebies on select Beko home appliances for every purchase, so it's a win-win promo for everyone!

Every single receipt purchase entitles the customer to one (1) 50% discount voucher, which they can use on their next purchase. The discount voucher will vary depending on the first purchased product.  

Check out http://bekopromos.ph for details about this. Upon purchase, the customer should go to the website to claim the voucher.

For more information, go to http://bekopromos.ph Philippines or visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/bekoph for more details.

AXA Philippines offers some tips to help you celebrate a healthy and safe Christmas season

After over a year of lockdowns, vaccinated Pinoy families are looking forward to having safe get-togethers with their friends and loved ones. However, as the pandemic still hangs over the holidays, it's still important to plan ahead and think about how we can celebrate safely and stay healthy. AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance providers, offers some tips to help you celebrate a healthy and safe Christmas season.

Planning your Christmas activities can help you and your family feel safer during the Holidays

 

Plan your Christmas activities thoroughly. Given how much there is to do during the holidays – from shopping to meal planning to decorating – planning strategically is key to celebrating a hassle-free holiday season. It pays to put careful thought into every detail of your holiday plans. For example, if you plan to host an intimate gathering, be sure to consider your party’s location, the duration, the number of guests, safety protocols, and if your guests are vaccinated already. These considerations will help you and your guests feel safer during your time together, and will help all of you become more relaxed and ready to enjoy the festivities.

 

Travel safely. After being cooped up for so long, you probably can’t wait to pack your bags and plan a trip to visit your loved ones. But as you make plans, book your flights, or hit the road, you want to make sure that you’ll be safe on your trip. Before traveling, it’s better to get vaccinated first and check the travel restrictions and safety protocols of the place you’re planning to visit. Most importantly, be prepared for any emergency that might happen on your trip. The Emma by AXA app provides safety and peace of mind for Filipinos with its Rescue Line feature, which offers free 24/7 access to police, ambulance, fire, and roadside assistance. With the app, you’ll be automatically connected to a Rescue Line operator who will help you with your emergency. You can also immediately notify your loved ones through SMS in case of an emergency with the emergency contact alerts feature. The Rescue Line feature can be used by anyone, not just for AXA policyholders.

 

Rid yourself of financial stress. Don’t have an emergency fund? Not sure how you’ll pay for all your essentials and holiday shopping? A lack of basic financial security can make it much harder to feel happy and can add stress to your life. However, the challenge usually lies is not knowing how to start. Gift yourself with essential life skills via AXA’s What’s Your Game Plan FinLit activities, where you can learn helpful financial tactics from experts, including budgeting, saving, and investmenting. Follow AXA Philippines’ Facebook page to see when the next What’s Your Game Plan webinar will be. 

 

Have your future insured and planned out. The gift of health, safety, and security can be one of the most special gifts we can give to ourselves and to our loved ones. To help ensure that Filipinos can welcome the holidays and the upcoming new year with health and security in mind, AXA Philippines offers Health Care Access, a comprehensive and affordable health care plan for hospitalization and medical needs. This package also offers a Critical Illness Booster for additional cash benefit for the treatment of 56 critical illnesses, a Longevity Fund that you can tap for medical needs at age 76 and up, as well as life and accident coverage up to P500,000. Depending on your chosen plan, outpatient care, optical care, or dental care benefits are also included or can be added. 

 

With these tips from AXA Philippines, you can celebrate the holidays, knowing that you and your loved ones can be healthy, safe, and ready for the year ahead. To know more about AXA’s offerings for every need, visit axa.com.ph.

 

Smart’s Giga Play app brings the biggest acts like TXT, Ed Sheeran, and ENHYPEN on Dec. 11 live!

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. is pulling out all the stops to give Filipinos access to highly anticipated international events featuring Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa, the Jonas Brothers, and your favorite K-Pop stars ENHYPEN, TXT, aespa, ATEEZ, and more with the back-to-back livestreaming of iHeart Jingle Ball and the 2021 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) on December 11.

Catch these exclusive livestreams on Smart’s GigaPlay App with the annual iHeart Radio Jingle Ball Tour at 7 a.m. and MAMA at 3 p.m. through your Smart-connected device.

 

“A couple of months ago, the GigaPlay App was just a dream so you can just imagine how happy we are to give our customers exclusive access to some of the world’s most anticipated live events. And we’re just starting. If you can’t travel to see the concerts and experience events physically, then we bring them to you digitally—right at your fingertips,” said Jane J. Basas, SVP and Head of Consumer Wireless Business at Smart.

 

“This December, we’re excited to bring back the iHeart Jingle Ball and 2021 MAMA awards, this time on GigaPlay. Allow us to transport you to New York City and Paju in Seoul, through our convenient mobile app and enjoy watching the biggest international events as they happen in real-time,” added Basas.

 

From New York to Seoul in one day 

 

Watch the biggest music acts including Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa, Jonas Brothers, Doja Cat, Lil Nas X, Saweetie, AJR, Kane Brown, Tate Mcrae, Bazzi, and Dixie D’Amelo as they heat up New York city’s Madison Square Garden with their performances of their hits as well as some renditions of beloved holiday tunes. 

 

Later in the day, see who among the hottest K-Pop artists will take home this year’s biggest awards at the 2021 Mnet Asian Music Awards straight from Seoul, South Korea. Catch Wanna One, aespa, Ateez, Brave Girls, Enhypen, INI, and more. Global superstar Ed Sheeran will have a special performance as well. 

 

Expect other big groups to drop by and perform during this year’s Mnet ceremonies. Start watching at 3 p.m. for the red carpet arrivals before the main show kicks off at 5 p.m. Korean celebrities Song Joong Ki, Rain, Ahn Bo Hyun, Lee Sun Bin, Yeo Jin Goo, Lee Do Hyun, and Choi Si Won among others will also join the program as presenters.

 

Don't miss all the exclusive live and on-demand shows and content on GigaPlay! Download the app now on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store or click on this link: smrt.ph/gigaplay.

Fastest 5G mobile network      

 

GigaPlay is powered by Smart, the country's fastest and most reliable 5G mobile network as reported by Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband network intelligence. To date, Smart has already fired up 4,400 5G sites nationwide making it the country's first, fastest, and widest 5G network.        

  

Smart has also reasserted its dominance as the Philippines' fastest mobile network for the fourth year in a row, based on analysis by Ookla of tests taken with Speedtest® covering the first half of 2021.

Maxicare Donates Flu Vaccines to Orphanages across PH

True to its mission of serving Filipinos through quality healthcare, leading HMO provider Maxicare Healthcare Corporation reached out to orphanages and non-profit organizations across the Philippines to give free flu vaccines.

Vaccines against the common flu were donated to CRIBS Foundation, Virlanie Foundation Inc., Tahanan ng Pagmamahal, and several others, by Maxicare through its #MaxiCares program. 

 “Our current public health crisis underscored our commitment to provide the best possible healthcare services to Filipinos. This commitment isn’t limited to our members and stakeholders alone but likewise extends to the underprivileged and marginalized,” said Archie Rillo, Chief Marketing Officer of Maxicare Healthcare Corporation. 

Aligning its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs), specifically UNSDG 3: Health and Well-being, the company started #MaxiCares to ensure that more Filipinos live healthy lives and encourage well-being for all ages by supporting relevant organizations and communities across the Philippines.

Gift of gratitude

At the height of the pandemic when mobility was limited and everyone was encouraged to stay at home, orphanages in the Philippines had a challenging time. They had to close their doors and set up bubbles to protect the children under their care. This proved to be a daunting task as most of the organizations relied on aid to sustain their services. 

“The pandemic and lockdowns limited our movements in doing our face-to-face work especially in the street and community programs. We opted to stop the ongoing livelihood training, visitation, and other activities for the safety of everyone,” said Arlyne Fernandez,  Virlanie Foundation Executive Director.

Virlanie Foundation, Inc. is a private, non-profit and non-sectarian organization reaching out to marginalized children and communities in the Philippines. They provide the most disadvantaged children with a caring family environment, opportunities for their healing and development through a multi-disciplinary approach, and in collaboration with all stakeholders, so they can reach their full potential and mainstream to society.

Since its creation in 1992 by the French social worker Dominique Lemay, Virlanie has helped more than 17,000 children in need of special protection through its various programs and services.

During the lockdowns, one of the main concerns of the Virlanie Foundation administrators was to ensure the health and safety of those under their care. 

“The biggest challenge for us is the impact of the pandemic on the children – physical, mental, and social. We had to make adjustments on the online and modular schooling, doctors’ check-up and therapy, socialization, and extracurricular activities. We had to adapt as an organization to transition everything online and implement health and safety protocols across our programs. It was a big adjustment, but thankfully our staff and partners were very supportive,” added Arlyn. 

Through Maxicare’s flu vaccine donation, Virlanie Foundation was able to  continue providing healthcare to children in need. 

“Maxicare’s flu vaccine donation helped Virlanie in providing prevention and care to improve the general well-being of the children especially in the time of pandemic. We hope this partnership will continue so we can help more children in need.” 

#MaxiCares

Maxicare Healthcare Corporation, one of the pioneers in the health Maintenance Organization (HMO) industry, was established in 1987 by an esteemed group of doctors and businessmen with the vision to deliver a better healthcare system for the Philippines. 

More than three decades later, Maxicare has progressed into becoming the leading HMO provider in the Philippines, servicing over 1.6 million members across the country. 

Driven by its vision to serve and provide value to its customers and the Filipino community, Maxicare remains passionate and dedicated to its mission of helping people achieve peace of mind and giving the finest healthcare service - - extending this commitment to vulnerable and in-need Filipinos in different communities across the country, through its CSR programs. 

“#MaxiCARES is a testament to our commitment to be every Filipino’s partner in healthcare. Our commitment to help people live their best lives is not just limited to our members, but extends to the rest of the Filipino community as well.” said Archie Rillo, Chief Marketing Officer of Maxicare Healthcare Corporation. 

#MaxiCares is a CSR program of Maxicare Healthcare Corporation Inc.

To know more about Maxicare Healthcare Corporation, visit www.facebook.com/maxicarehealthcarecorp

 

“THE MATRIX RESURRECTIONS” DEBUTS STUNNING NEW TRAILER

 

“THE MATRIX RESURRECTIONS” DEBUTS STUNNING NEW TRAILER 

 

Remember what is real.  Check out the new trailer for “The Matrix Resurrections” now and watch the film in Philippine cinemas January 12, 2022.

 

YouTube: http://youtu.be/ZwcZxA9rfoU 

Facebook:  https://fb.com/456821995808030 

 

From visionary filmmaker Lana Wachowski comes “The Matrix Resurrections,” the long-awaited next chapter in the groundbreaking franchise that redefined a genre. The new film reunites original stars Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss in the iconic roles they made famous, Neo and Trinity.

 

In “The Matrix Resurrections,” return to a world of two realities: one, everyday life; the other, what lies behind it. To find out if his reality is a physical or mental construct, to truly know himself, Mr. Anderson will have to choose to follow the white rabbit once more. And if Thomas…Neo…has learned anything, it’s that choice, while an illusion, is still the only way out of—or into—the Matrix. Of course, Neo already knows what he has to do. But what he doesn’t yet know is the Matrix is stronger, more secure and more dangerous than ever before.  Déjà vu.

 

Reeves reprises the dual roles of Thomas Anderson/Neo, the man once saved from the Matrix to become the savior of humankind, who will once again have to choose which path to follow.

 

Moss portrays the iconic warrior Trinity… or is she Tiffany, a suburban wife and mother of three with a penchant for superpowered motorcycles?

 

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (the “Aquaman” franchise) plays the wise and worldly Morpheus who, as always, serves as a guide to Neo while also fulfilling his own greater purpose on a very singular journey of self-discovery.

Jessica Henwick (TV’s “Iron Fist,” “Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens”) plays the hacker Bugs, the proverbial white rabbit on a mission to discover the one who sacrificed himself for humankind--and willing to take any risk necessary in search of the legend she idolizes.

 

Jonathan Groff (“Hamilton,” TV’s “Mindhunter”), plays Thomas Anderson’s business partner, a slick, confident corporate type with insouciant charm, a disarming smile and an eye on the bottom line--everything Mr. Anderson is not.

 

Neil Patrick Harris (“Gone Girl”) plays Thomas’ therapist, working closely with his patient to understand the meaning behind his dreams and to distinguish them from reality.

 

Priyanka Chopra Jonas (TV’s “Quantico”) plays a young woman with a wisdom that belies her years and an ability to see the truth, no matter how murky the waters.

 

And Jada Pinkett Smith (“Angel Has Fallen,” TV’s “Gotham”) returns as Niobe, the fierce General who once fought for the survival of Zion and who now sees to the welfare of her people with a familiar fire in her eyes, despite a sense of disbelief and suspicion upon Neo’s return.

 

Lana Wachowski directed from a screenplay by Wachowski & David Mitchell & Aleksandar Hemon, based on characters created by The Wachowskis. The film was produced by James McTeigue, Lana Wachowski and Grant Hill. The executive producers were Garrett Grant, Terry Needham, Michael Salven, Karin Wachowski, Jesse Ehrman and Bruce Berman.

Wachowski’s creative team behind the scenes included “Sense8” collaborators: directors of photography Daniele Massaccesi and John Toll, production designers Hugh Bateup and Peter Walpole, editor Joseph Jett Sally, costume designer Lindsay Pugh, visual effects supervisor Dan Glass, and composers Johnny Klimek and Tom Tykwer.

 

Warner Bros. Pictures Presents, In Association with Village Roadshow Pictures, In Association with Venus Castina Productions, “The Matrix Resurrections.” The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures. It will be in Philippine theaters on 12 January 2022.

 

Join the conversation online and use the hashtag #TheMatrix