SAFE HOUSE

Main Cast: Denzel Washington, Ryan Reynolds
Supporting Cast: David Guggenheim, Liam Cunningham, Robert Patrick, Sam Shepard
Director: Daniel Espinosa
Genre: Crime, Action, Drama, Thriller
Released By: UIP-Solar
MTRCB Rating: PG-13
Opening Date: February 10, 2012

Gist: When a group of rebel soldiers from the neighboring region destroy a CIA-operated safe house, the facility’s young house-sitter escapes with the rogue ex-CIA agent who is being hidden there, and the two men battle their way across South Africa in order to reach another secure location..

The Positive: Dark and intense, Safehouse has all the shoot-outs, car chases and fights scenes that you want to see in an action flick. Ryan Reynolds delivers the best performance of his career!

The Negative: A little conventional that kinda reminds you of the “Bourne” films.

Quality:

Entertainment:

STARMOMETER SCORE: 7/10

“Safe House” Official Movie Trailer:

One Minute Movie Review: ‘Safe House’ originally appeared on Starmometer on February 9, 2012.

Balls (SkyCable Channel 34), home of the world’s biggest sporting events, proudly airs live the historic 96th edition of the tourney on February 9 and 10, 1p.m. to 5p.m., and February 11 and 12, 12p.m. to 4p.m. Replays will commence on Studio 23 on February 10 to 13, 12:30a.m.

Balls and Studio 23 are among the global television platforms to air the ICTSI Philippine Open. For the first time, the tourney will be aired in over 200 countries.

Que was the last Filipino to rule the Open in 2008. The year before Que’s win, it was Miñoza who claimed the victory for two years in a row.

Besides Miñoza and Que, other Filipino golf veterans such as Mars Pucay, Antonio Lascuña and teenager Miguel Tabuena will also play in the tournament.

Meanwhile, the Dubai Desert Classic, one of the European Tour’s premier events will also be aired on Balls on February 9 and 10, 9p.m. and February 10 and 11, 8p.m.

Asian Tour no. 1 Juvic Pagunsan, who took home the top plum in The Country Club recently, will tee off at the Omega Dubai Dessert, missing the ICTSI Philippine Open. Alvaro Quiros, on the other hand, will be aiming to become the first back-to-back winner of the prestigious event.

Get your daily golf fix on Balls. Balls channel is available on SkyCable Platinum, SkyCable Gold, SkyCable Silver and over 200 quality cable operators nationwide. For more updates, visit www.ballschannel.tv and follow us on facebook.com/BallsChannel and @ballschannel on Twitter

Balls Broadcasts ICTSI Philippine Open and Omega Dubai Desert Classic originally appeared on Starmometer on February 8, 2012.

February 11, Saturday

6:30 p.m. – Opening Cocktails at cinema lobby

8:15 p.m. – Opening film: ANG DAMGO NI ELEUTERIA

February 12, Sunday

12 p.m. – CONFESSIONAL

3 p.m. – SA ILALIM NG TULAY

5 p.m. – MY PARANORMAL ROMANCE

7 p.m. – ANG DAMGO NI ELEUTERIA

9 p.m. – DI INGON ‘NATO

February 13, Monday

12p.m. – LAYANG BILANGGO

2:25 pm – ISHMAEL

4:50 pm – ANG DAMGO NI ELEUTERIA

7:10 pm – ANATOMIYA NG KORUPSIYON

9:30 pm – SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION FROM LILIA CUNTAPAY

February 14, Tuesday

12 nn SA KANTO NG ULAP AT LUPA

2:15 p.m. – CARTAS DE LA SOLEDAD

4:50 p.m. – ANATOMIYA NG KORUPSIYON

7:10 p.m. – DI INGON ‘NATO

9:30 p.m. – MY PARANORMAL ROMANCE

February 15, Wednesday

12p.m. – DI INGON ‘NATO

2:25 p.m. – SA ILALIM NG TULAY

4:50 p.m. – SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION FROM LILIA CUNTAPAY

7:10 p.m. – MY PARANORMAL ROMANCE

9:30 p.m. – ANATOMIYA NG KORUPSIYON

February 16, Thursday

12 p.m. – BIG BOY

2:25 p.m. – ANG DAMGO NI ELEUTERIA

4:50 p.m. – MY PARANORMAL ROMANCE

7:10 p.m. – SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION FROM LILIA CUNTAPAY

9:30 p.m. – DI INGON ‘ NATO

Revised Schedule of Screenings for Cinema One Originals Cebu Filmfest originally appeared on Starmometer on February 6, 2012.

According to reports, a magnitude 6.9 earthquake jolted the Visayas Region particularly Negros Oriental where around 49 people were killed.

Check out the video below of the actual earthquake in Cebu:

[Video courtesy of Hello Marketing]

Cebu City Earthquake – Actual Video Footages originally appeared on Starmometer on February 6, 2012.

The official trailer of “Nandito Ako” starring Jasmine Curtis, Eula Caballero and David Archuleta was also shown last night during the Mini-serye’s press conference held at the Meralco Multi-Purpose Hall Fitness Center in Pasig City.

As we wait for the official YouTube release of the trailer, check out the fan-captured video below which is a little blurry but very watchable nonetheless:

Video courtesy of cristobalite4126

‘Nandito Ako’ Full Trailer Released During David Archuleta’s Mall Tour originally appeared on Starmometer on February 5, 2012.

In an interview by The Philippine Star, Grace Lee said she hasn’t decided yet on what gift to give the President on his 52nd birthday on February 8. But for sure it’s going to be special.

Grace Lee became woman of the hour after the President, in an ambush interview, admitted that he’s dating the Kapsuso news presentor and radio personality.

Lee and P-Noy met last June 2011 during the inaugural of a Korean-owned power plant in Cebu.

They met for the second time when the Korean President visited the Philippines. Grace was invited in Malacanang to give a speech and to represent Koreans who are living in the Philippines.

For the third time, P-Noy met Lee once again when he guested on the former’s radio program.

And then P-Noy reportedly texted Lee on New Year’s day and then they started dating.

And then Lee got the opportunity to meet P-Noy’s kin at a recently family gathering.

“Hindi ako makapaniwala na they’re so down to earth, very classy women and it was an opportunity to know more about him in person through her sisters,” she said.

However, it was Kris Aquino who Lee hasn’t met yet.

“I’m looking forward to meeting her, since she expressed that she’s also looking forward to meeting me,” she said.

And when she was asked if P-Noy has a chance to become her boyfriend, Grace Lee has this to say:

“I wouldn’t waste the President’s time if didn’t enjoy his company but it’s too early to say where this is going exactly.”

Photo Credit: Mo Twister

Grace Lee Mulls Special Birthday Gift for P-Noy originally appeared on Starmometer on February 5, 2012.

The King of Talk is Kris Aquino’s close friend that’s why he got first hand information about the estranged couple’s 5-year-marriage that has been nullified by the court for “lack of authority of the solemnizing officer.”

Kris Aquino was granted the custody of their son James Yap Jr., popularly known as “Bimby” or “Baby James.” Yap on the other hand, was granted visitation rights by the court.

More information about the couple’s division of properties and the nullification of marriage will be aired on The Buzz this afternoon after Growing Up.

James Yap and Kris Aquino Divided Their Properties a Year Ago originally appeared on Starmometer on February 5, 2012.

A tipster revealed that aside from the legitimate encoder who evaluates official transactions done in the Land Transportation Office (LTO) in Calamba, Laguna, a security guard was also seen evaluating transactions on his own computer. On top of this, there were also employees who are allegedly asking bribe from helpless clients.

In Quiapo, Manila, on the other hand, collectors who introduce themselves as staff of the barangay, double the parking fee from P20, as reflected in the receipt, to P40.

Meanwhile, a mother asks help from Pinky Webb to reclaim her child allegedly kidnapped by her live-in partner. After she gave birth to the baby, her live-in partner took the child to the doctor for a check up but never returned. She was surprised to learn one day that the child she gave birth to is no longer hers and now belongs to a different woman.

“XXX” was adjudged Best Public Service Program by the Golden Dove Awards and Outstanding Crime/Investigative Program by the Golden Screen TV Awards last year.

Don’t miss “XXX” this Monday (Feb 6) after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN. You can also watch it at DZMM TeleRadyo (SkyCable ch 26) the same day at 9:15 PM.

Anthony and Julius Investigate Bribery Cases in Calamba and Quiapo originally appeared on Starmometer on February 5, 2012.

The pets, mostly dogs and cats, that were abandoned in the Fukushima nuclear accident exclusion zone are now struggling with the extreme winter condition and they all could die from freezing if they’re not rescued as soon as possible.

Last December, some animal welfare groups were allowed by the government to enter the evacuation zone to save abandoned Fukushima pets in the upcoming winter weather. However, there were still a number of dogs and cats left in the area to date according to a report by Yasunori Hoso of the United Kennel Club of Japan, and they are in danger of hypothermia if not rescued in the couple of days.

Some of the 150,000 people who left Fukushima exclusion area area pleading to rescue their pets since March of last year, but the government only allowed the search last December.

More than 100 dogs and cats are believed to be still roaming in the area because of the found footprints in the snow and rescuers are running out of time.

Watch a video report by WESH.com here. (Warning: Graphic Images)

Fukushima Pets Saved from Freezing Winter Weather originally appeared on Starmometer on February 4, 2012.

Headed by the reputable showbiz authorities – Lolit Solis, Butch Francisco, Joey de Leon and Ricky Lo – Startalk ruled and is set to rule over its rival programs every Saturday afternoon.

To carry on the celebration for reigning supreme, STARTALK presents a star-studded and full-packed episode this Saturday.

Adding spice to the episode are back-to-back live appearances from Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid and Survivor Host Richard Gutierrez.

Nailed to the hot seats are the cast of GMA’s newest offerings Alice Bungisngis (Bea Binene, Jake Vargas, Derrick Monasterio and Lexi Fernandez with Sef Cadayona, Sheena Halili and Benjie Paras) and Broken Vow (Bianca King, Rochelle Pangilinan, Gabby Eigenmann and Luis Alandy).

Also facing the showbiz authorities are the cast of Ikaw Lang ang Mamahalin Barbie Forteza, Joshua Dionisio, Joyce Ching and Eat Bulaga Dabarkads Jose and Wally.

Startalk TX Now will definitely continue giving the viewers credible, accurate and substantial showbiz news every Saturday.

Don’t miss the star-studded episode of Startalk TX Now this Saturday, February 4, 2012, right after Eat Bulaga.

Stronger ‘Startalk’ this Saturday on GMA-7 originally appeared on Starmometer on February 2, 2012.

Pfizer said the pills being recalled contain wrong amount of active ingredients to prevent pregnancy because of packaging mistake from the inspection department.

Here is the statement from Pfizer:

“We have announced a voluntary recall of Lo/Ovral®-28 (norgestrel and ethinyl estradiol) and Norgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets (generic) birth control pills in the United States.

“We understand that this news can be very concerning and confusing for any woman who takes birth control pills to protect against unintended pregnancies.

“We share your concerns and want to provide you with the most up-to-date and accurate information.

“Recently, it came to our attention that there may be an issue with the way some of these pills were packaged…and that the inactive or placebo pill may have been placed out-of-order in some packs.

“Upon discovery of the issue, we took corrective action and notified the FDA.

“Based on our own rigorous internal assessments of this problem, we believe there are approximately 30 packs of birth control pills that may have received an inexact count or inactive tablet.

“Because of our high quality standards, should we identify even one package that does not meet our high standards, we will voluntarily recall the entire lot.

“Therefore, we have voluntarily recalled the 28 lots – which is approximately 1 million packs – to ensure that any possibly impacted product is removed from pharmacy shelves – and women who use the product are alerted.

“If you are a woman in the United States who has used Lo-Ovral or Norgestrel pills over the last several months, please consult with your physician and begin using a non-hormonal barrier method immediately.

“Patients can view pictures of the affected products and lot numbers included in the recall by visiting:

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Correctly Packaged Norgestrel Image -
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With almost a million faulty pills in circulation, it’s safe to assume that a number of unexpected pregnancy in the US will result to this incident, well for those who were not able to get the memo at least. :)

Pfizer Recall: List of Ineffective Birth Control Pills Released by Pfizer originally appeared on Starmometer on February 2, 2012.

According to a report by E!, Avril is “the kind of girl who stays in touch with her exes” and their meeting was just for old time’s sake, so they are not back together.

As a matter of fact, Avril has also been known to tell her ex-husband Deryck Whibley (singer and guitarist for the band Sum 41) that she still loves him, too. Complicated right?

27-year-old Lavigne is a Canadian singer-songwriter who has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide. Jenner, 28, on the other hand, is a Guess model whose claim for fame was when he appeared on the 2005 reality show on MTV “The Princes of Malibu.” They gained media attention in May 2010 they each got matching tattoos of the word “f*ck” on their ribs. And in July 2010, Lavigne had his name, “Brody”, tattooed beneath her right breast

Avril and Brody have been together for two years until they broke up because they want to “concentrate with their careers.”

And speaking of Avril, the rock princess is coming back to Manila for The Black Star tour to rock again the stage of Smart Araneta Coliseum on February 16, 2012.

Avril and Brody Reunite on a Dinner Date in LA, Are They Back Together? originally appeared on Starmometer on February 2, 2012.