The Philippine Veterans Bank has partnered again with History Channel to present History Con 2018, dubbed as Manila’s biggest entertainment convention, last August 10 to 12, 2018 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.
On this their third partnership, PVB chose to showcase the “Battle of Manila” for its exhibit area, commemorating the month-long warfare that was waged in the streets of Manila from February 3 to March 3, 1945 when Allied and guerrilla forces slowly forced the Japanese Imperial Army to retreat and liberated Manila from the latter’s clutches.
The PVB Battle of Manila exhibit was highlighted by a replica Sherman tank smashing through the Fort Santiago gate, depicting a famous scene from the battle over 70 years ago. Panels with photos and text also told the story of the battle and artifacts including machine guns, a mortar, helmets, period currency and other similar items were also on display for visitors to appreciate.
The three-day “History Con 2018” was mobbed by thousands despite the torrential rains and local celebrities were honored as History Makers which included actors, businessmen, and athletes. Several stars of History Channel’s popular show were also present to add spice to the event.
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TOFARM Film Festival – September 12 to 18, 2018
The 3rd TOFARM Film Festival 2018 starts today, September 12 and will run until September 18.
This year’s festival will have six feature films.
They are “1957,” written and directed by Hubert Tibi. It stars Ronwaldo Martin, Richard Quan, Menggie Cobarrubias, Kathe Bernales, Selina Grace Boucher, Joe Gruta and Rolando Inocencio.
“Mga Anak Ng Kamote,” written by John Carlo Pacala and directed by Carlo Enciso Catu. It stars Katrina Halili, Alex Medina, Carl Guevara, Kiko Matos and Lui Manansala.
“Alimuom,” the magnum opus of Keith Sicat which stars Ina Feleo, Epy Quizon, Mon Confiado, Dido Dela Paz, Kiko Matos, Elora Españo and Karl Medina.
TV host and comedian Pokwang’s latest movie entitled “Sol Searching” which is written and directed by Roman Perez, Jr. It also stars Joey Marquez, JM Salvado, Gilleth Sandico and Jelson Bay.
“Kauyagan” by Julienne Ilagan. It stars Jefferson Bringas, Perry Dizon and Bayang Barrios.
“Tanabata’s Wife,” directed by Charlson Ong and Lito Casaje. It stars Miyuki Kamimura, Maribeth Fanglayan, Kurt Alalag, Danilo Bulanay, Yoshisito Tsukasa, Brian Arda and Lito Casaje.
The said entries will be showing in cinemas at Greenbelt 1, Robinsons Galleria, Trinoma Mall, Gateway Mall, SM Megamall and SM Manila. They will also be showing in theaters in Robinsons Naga, Ayala Malls, Legazpi and in Gaisano, Davao City.
The TOFARM Film Festival is presented under the co-sponsorship of the Film Development Council of the Philippines. The Memorandum-of-Agreement was signed by FDCP Chairperson Liza Dino and TOFARM Chief Advovcate Dr. Milagros O. How last September 3, 2018.
The awards night will be on September 15, 2018 at the Makati Shangri-la Rizal Ballroom.
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