IN THE 2013 actioner, “Olympus Has Fallen,” Gerard Butler scored as the Secret Service agent, Mike Banning, who prevented terrorists from assassinating the US president. Next month, Banning returns in the sequel, “London Has Fallen,” which is even more explosive and action-packed.
This time around, the stakes are even bigger and higher, with five world leaders being saved and flown home—against all odds!
Metro Society magazine
This month’s issue of Metro Society magazine features ABS-CBN’s top three leaders, Gabby Lopez, Charo Santos-Concio and Carlo Katigbak, on its cover. Other features are on film restoration, standout producers, directors and actors, plus dining, fashion and party-hopping exclusives.
Pinay head of story team
On Disney’s new animated feature, “Zootopia,” the cohead of the story team is Filipino-American Josie Trinidad. She oversees the group responsible for translating the script into its first visual form.
“Zootopia” is about a place where animals of all shapes and sizes can be anything they want—if they prove that they have the smarts and guts for it!
‘Queen of the Desert’
Nicole Kidman, James Franco and Robert Pattinson topbill “Queen of the Desert,” showing only at Ayala Mall cinemas, early next month. Werner Hertzog’s film tells the true story of the unique life and exploits of British explorer and adventurer, Gertrude Bell (Kidman).
Karada wellness center
Karada Japanese Body Therapy Center recently opened two new wellness salons at Mall of Asia and Boracay, offering Karada’s signature treatments known for their restorative and healing benefits. Karada at Boracay is at Nandano Hotel, Station 1. Karada restores the body’s inner balance, not just with massage but also muscle and bone alignment by trained therapists. Visit karada.com.ph.
Top grosser
“Deadpool” topped the local box office on its first five days of release (it opened on Feb. 10) with an impressive gross of P145 million, despite its R rating. Starring Ryan Reynolds, it tells the “origin” story of former Special Forces operative-turned-mercenary Wade Wilson, whose accelerated powers enable him to hunt down the man who nearly destroyed him.
Italianni’s anniversary treats
On Feb. 23, Italianni’s says grazie on its 20th anniversary by offering its popular dish, Chicken Italianni’s, at a very low price, maximum of two orders per table. Next month, another lovely anniversary treat is a special wine and dine dinner. And customers may post their nostalgic Italianni’s recollections on Facebook—20 winners will be chosen each week.