Save Money at SM Cinema with Matinee Screenings

 

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Promos just only got better at SM Cinema. Starting January 21, SM Cinema will be offering discount on several movies. The Matinee Pricing promo will run until April 18, 2013. Cinephiles can enjoy 30% to 50% discount on select movies from Mondays through Thursdays for screenings from 10:00am to 2:00pm.

Matinee Pricing will be available at SM Cinema Mall of Asia, North EDSA, Megamall, Sta Mesa, Manila, San Lazaro, Marikina, Pampanga, Fairview, Southmall, Bacoor, Cebu, Iloilo, Lanang, Clark and Davao.

To know the movies to be included in our matinee pricing, please visit the SM Cinema branch near you.

About SM Cinema

SM Cinema, the country’s leading film distributor, takes pride in its 246 cinemas and 6 IMAX Theatres scattered in 45 branches across the country. All of these theaters are now digital—delivering crystal-clear images and powerful sound. At SM Cinema, movie-watching is more fun and rewarding with its e-PLUS card loaded with VIP privileges, special promos, seasonal offers, quarterly raffles and invites to exclusive events.

To know more about the company, visit SM Cinema’s website at www.smcinema.com. You may also like SM Cinema on Facebook (facebook.com/smcinema) and follow them on Twitter (twitter.com/sm_cinema). To connect with IMAX on Facebook, follow facebook.com/imaxsmcinema and like them on Twitter.com/imax_smcinema.

SM Cinema to Screen Life of Pi in 2D and 3D Starting January 9!

SM Cinema, the country’s leading film exhibitor, will be showing Life of Pi in 2D and 3D starting January 9, 2013. The film’s first and only Press screening in the country was held on January 6 at 3:30pm at the Cinema 1 of SM Megamall.

 Life of Pi is distributed in the Philippines by 20^th Century Fox (Philippines). The film has been rated GP by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB).

 To join SM Cinema’s Life of Pi online promos, visit www.smcinema.com and like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SMCinema. For updates about the film, follow them on Twitter at www.twitter.com/SM_Cinema.

About Life of Pi:

With LIFE OF PI, director Ang Lee (“Brokeback Mountain”; “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon”) creates a groundbreaking movie event about a young man who survives a disaster at sea and is hurtled into an epic journey of adventure and discovery.  While cast away, he forms an amazing and unexpected connection with another survivor…a fearsome Bengal tiger.

Based on the book that has sold more than seven million copies and spent years on the bestseller lists, LIFE OF PI takes place over three continents, two oceans, many years, and a wide universe of imagination.  Lee’s vision, coupled with stunning 3D visuals, has turned a novel long thought un-filmable into a thrillingly audacious mix of grand storytelling and powerful and provocative themes.

Since Mr. Lee came aboard the project almost four years ago, he has worked to create a singular vision of author Yann Martel’s unforgettable tale of courage, perseverance, inspiration and hope.  The film takes us through a young man’s incredible adventure – at turns thrilling and spiritual; harrowing and triumphant; humorous and inspirational.

In telling Pi’s story, Mr. Lee pushes the boundaries of cutting-edge motion picture technologies.  LIFE OF PI represents a moment when the science and art of filmmaking have jumped forward, as it did with the visual effects of “Titanic,” the 3D revolution of “Avatar,” and the CGI work in “Rise of the Planet of the Apes,” which brought unprecedented emotion and depth to the character of Caesar.  And like Caesar, LIFE OF PI’s Richard Parker is a fully-realized, accessible character, whom you’ll believe was actually on that lifeboat with Suraj Sharma, who portrays Pi.

SM Cinema Celebrates the 38th MMFF with its 100% Digital Screens!

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This December 25, the home of MMFF—SM Cinema, will open all its screens again for the annual Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). SM Cinema celebrates the 38^th MMFF with its 100% digital screens.

On December 23, SM Mall of Asia will shine with the presence of stars in a short program that will commence at 6:00pm at the Mall of Asia grounds after the traditional MMFF Parade of Stars which will begin at the Luneta Park.

Moviegoers can watch their most-awaited MMFF entries early on December 25 because SM Cinema will open its theaters at 8:00am.

Laugh, cry, fall in love, get scared and go on a fantastic journey with this year’s MMFF official entries!

Heroes of 3 different worlds will meet for a grand adventure in the movie Si Agimat, Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako. The film is directed by Tony Y. Reyes and stars Bong Revilla, Vic Sotto and Judy Ann Santos.

Is there more to the seemingly frivolous problem of the elite? Find out in in Sosy Problems. The film is a comedy-drama that revolves around the lives of four sosy girls. It stars Solenn Heusaff, Rhian Ramos, Heart Evangelista and Bianca King. The film is directed by Andoy Ranay.

Entangled relationships and complicated love affair are just some of the elements that make One More Try an exciting film. On top of this is the stellar cast which includes Angel Locsin, Angelica Panganiban, Zanjoe Marudo and Dingdong Dantes who bagged last year’s Best Actor Award. The film is directed by Ruel S. Bayani.

You can laugh your heart out in Sisterakas, a film with a cast of 3 box office stars--Vice Ganda, Ai-Ai Delas Alas and the Queen of All Media Kris Aquino. Sisterakas is directed by Wenn V. Deramas.

For those who want fear and thrill this Holiday, there’s Strangers to give you that big scare.  Strangers stars Julia Montes, Enchong Dee and Enrique Gil. The film is under the direction of Lawrence Fajardo.

The 14^th installment of Shake Rattle & Roll entitled The Invasion is another horror film that will surely give the audience a fright with 3 stories: Pamana, The Lost Command and Unwanted.  Lovi Poe, Dennis Trillo, Iza Calzado star in this horror flick.

El Presidente is another must-see entry.  ER Ejercito, the lead star of Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story that ruled the 37^th MMFF Awards Night, returns  to the big screen to play Emilio Aguinaldo, the first president of the Philippine Republic with Cesar Montano, Christopher de Leon, Nora Aunor, and Cristine Reyes in supporting roles.

From the Internationally-acclaimed director, Brillante Mendoza, comes a drama film about love, sacrifice and tradition—Thy Womb. Nora Aunor won the Best Performance by an Actress at the 6^th Asia Pacific Screen Award (APSA) for this film. The cast includes Bembol Roco, Mercedes Cabral and Lovi Poe.

For a crystal-image display and powerful sound, watch your most-awaited MMFF entries at SM Cinema’s digital theaters!

               

House at the End of the Street

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The Hunger Games star Jennifer Lawrence proves, once again, that she’s one of the most versatile actresses of Hollywood.  This talented star, who already displayed great talent in playing Mystique in X-Men: First Class and Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games, graces the big screen once more in the psychological thriller House at the End of the Street.

Jennifer Lawrence is convincing in her role as Elissa, a teenager who has a knack for fixing people.  Max Thieriot (My Soul to Take), on the other         hand, is also excellent in portraying the role of a troubled young man whose disturbing childhood continues to hound him. His brooding charm wins not only the sympathy of Elissa but also that of the audience. The film’s smart casting brings Oscar-nominee Elisabeth Shue (Leaving Las Vegas, Piranha 3D) into the role of Elissa’s mom.

The film is directed by Mark Tonderai based on the screenplay by David Loucka and story by Eduardo Gordon.

The characters are strongly established that the audience can’t help but feel a sense of loss with the way the movie ends.  Although the casting is great, the plot twists and turns are the elements that make House at the End of the Street a good slasher film. With Tonderai’s use of tension and his expert manipulation of the scenery, he sets the perfect mood for the unfolding of a chilling tale of murder.

The film is distributed in the country by Viva Films and screened exclusively at SM Cinema.

Watch Pacquiao-Marquez, one of the Best Boxing Sagas in History, Live via Satellite on December 9!

The 4th Pacquiao-Marquez fight is, without a doubt, one of the biggest bouts of the year.  In a sport where everything is unpredictable, where one punch can change everything, no one is sure to know of who has the upper hand in the 4th, and probably the decisive fight between Manny Pacquiao and the Mexican dynamo Juan Manuel Marquez.

Both men are considered among the greatest fighters in the history of boxing with Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao being the first eight-division world champion and the first to win the Lineal Championship in four different weight classes, making him a boxer of Muhammad Ali’s caliber.  Juan Manuel Marquez III, on the other hand, is the greatest Mexican boxers of all-time for many analysts. He is the current WBO light-welterweight champion and the third Mexican-born boxer to become a four-division world champion, winning seven world titles in four different boxing weight classes.

The first fight between Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez, who at that time held both the WBA and IBF Featherweight titles, happened way back in 2004 at the MGM Grand Arena, Las Vegas. Pacquiao knocked Márquez down three times in the first round, but the battle went the distance, the pair couldn't be separated by the judges and the fight ended in a draw after 12 rounds. The decision sparked controversy, which outraged both camps.

On March 15, 2008, a rematch called “Unfinished Business” was held at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. Pacquiao won via split decision which earned him  the WBC Super Featherweight and The Ring Super Featherweight titles, making him the first Filipino and Asian to become a four-division world champion, a fighter who won world titles in four different weight divisions.  “It was a very hard-fought fight and much more exciting than the first one," Marquez said.

Like the previous match, the decision of the judges spurred a 3rd bout which was held on November 12, 2011 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada. Pacquiao won the fight via majority decision. Pacquiao’s victory was also controversial one.
Now it's time to shed doubt over who the best fighter is as both boxers are aiming for knockout. On December 9 (Manila Time), the 4th fight will be held in Mexico City.

Be one of the first to watch the fight that would most probably bring a closure to one of the greatest boxing rivalries in history!

Catch the 4th Pacquiao-Marquez fight live via satellite in any SM Cinema branch at 9:00am on December 9, 2012. Buy your ticket now and just add Php200 to get a hotdog sandwich, bottled water or juice and a limited edition Pacquiao-Marquez 4 Shirt.

SM Cinema celebrates 100% digital clarity with a Free Movie Day

SM Cinema, currently the largest cinema exhibitor in the country, has been part of the lives of every Filipino families for over 20 years. With its commitment toward quality movie entertainment, SM Cinema recently converted all its film-based theatres into Digital Theatres—the first cinema franchise in the country to do so. With this notable milestone, SM Cinema gives back to its loyal patrons with another first in Philippine cinema history—the Free Movie Day event, a grand movie blow-out slated to happen this December 8, 2012.

This SM Cinema event will offer free movies in all of SM Cinema’s 246 Digital Theatres in all 45 branches nationwide! The line-up of movies will include the horror-thriller House at the End of the Street, Stolen, the latest Nicolas Cage action flick, the biopic Supremo: The Andres Bonifacio Story, crime drama film Deadfall, the popular Step Up Revolution and the restored version of Ishmael Bernal’s Himala. Apart from these six movies, two independent films courtesy of the Film Development Council of the Philippines will also be a part of the line-up.

If you would like to register for SM Cinema’s Free Movie Day may do so from November 22 to December 6 by following these four easy steps:

1. Like and Register at our e-PLUS Facebook Fan Page (www.facebook.com/eplus.sm)
2. Click on the Free Movie App.
3. Choose your Cinema, Time and Movie
4. Print the confirmation email.
5. Surrender the printed confirmation email at your preferred SM Cinema branch for your free two tickets.

Free Movie Day is made possible by SM Cinema, e-PLUS card— your most convenient access to the movies, Multivision Pictures of the Philippines, AV Production, Crystalsky, Pioneer Films, Star Cinema and the Film Development Council of the Philippines. Free Movie Day is also being brought to you by Coca Cola, Bright Pop, Purefoods San Miguel and Mister Doughnut.

SM Cinema’s Holiday Treats to Cinephiles: Supremo, Rurouni Kenshin, House at the End of the Street, Talaash and The Bay

Cinema-goers are sure to have a more exciting holiday season with SM Cinema’s exclusive movies showing this December. This Christmas season, SM Cinema will take you on a ride to different places and time with its CinExclusives—from 1896 Manila to Meiji era Japan to present day India.

On December 5, turn back the hands of time and see Manila just a few years before the dawn of Philippine Independence in the film Supremo. This biopic takes the audience back to 1896—the time when the cry for independence from the tyranny of Spain peals louder than ever. Supremo chronicles the struggles of Andres Bonifacio, the supreme leader (Supremo) of the rebel movement the Katipunan, as a husband, brother, patriot and hero. The film is directed by Richard Somes and stars Alfred Vargas.

Have a glimpse of the late 19^th Century Japan in Rurouni Kenshin: Samurai X. The movie is set during the early days of the Meiji Restoration when the country was still in turmoil. The film narrates the adventures of Kenshin Himura, a peace-loving samurai who is constantly haunted by his bloody past. Anime lovers, manga enthusiasts, Otakus and those who simply love action films will surely enjoy the exploits of the wandering samurai, who has been part of many Filipinos’ childhood because of the anime series Samurai X. Sato Takeru plays Kenshin. The film opens on December 5.

Although it’s already December, SM Cinema still has a treat for those who want to have a post-Halloween fun with House at the End of the Street. In this horror-thriller film, mother and daughter have moved to the house of their dreams in a small upscale town only to find out about the town’s chilling secrets that could lead them to their graves. House at the End of the Street stars Jennifer Lawrence who played Katniss Everdeen in the blockbuster The Hunger Games. The movie opens on the 5^th of December.

Talaash: The Answer Lies Within will take fans on adrenalin-pumping adventures with Inspector Shekhawat, whose son has died in a fatal accident that also killed a rising Bollywood star. Digging deeper into the case, he finds himself entangled in a web of mystery. The cast includes Aamir Khan who also starred in the highest-grossing Bollywood film of all time in India, 3 Idiots, and Karena Kapoor, the award-winning Indian actress who was also Khan’s co-star in the said film. The movie opens on December 12.

In The Bay, a reporter gives light to an eerie event that claimed over 700 human lives in the quaint seaside town of Claridge, Maryland. The film uncovers the mysterious parasitic outbreak that happened 3 years ago. The cast includes stars Kristen Connolly, Jane McNeill and Christopher Denham. This sci-fi thriller opens on December 19.

e-PLUS members get additional treats from SM Cinema.  E-PLUS cardholders get 50% discount on the tickets for House at the End of the Street, Talaash and The Bay. SM Advantage Card, Prestige Card, BDO Rewards Card and Global Pinoy Card holders get 20% off on tickets for these CinExclusive movies.

About SM Cinema

SM Cinema, the country’s leading film distributor, takes pride in its 246 cinemas and 5 IMAX Theatres scattered in 45 branches across the country. All of these theaters are now digital—delivering crystal-clear images and powerful sound. At SM Cinema, movie-watching is more fun and rewarding with its e-PLUS card loaded with VIP privileges, special promos, seasonal offers, quarterly raffles and invites to exclusive events.

To know more about the company, visit SM Cinema’s website at www.smcinema.com. You may also like SM Cinema on Facebook (facebook.com/smcinema) and follow them on Twitter (twitter.com/sm_cinema). To connect with IMAX on Facebook, follow facebook.com/imaxsmcinema and like them on Twitter.com/imax_smcinema.