Captive is a 2012 French-Filipino drama film directed by Brillante Mendoza and starring Isabelle Huppert. The film was screened in competition at the 62nd Berlin International Film Festival in February 2012. The plot focuses on describing the torturous life of the hostages, whose survivors were freed only after a year in captivity.

The Bride and the Lover is a Filipino film starring Lovie Poe, Jennylyn Mercado and Paulo Avelino. The film is scheduled to be released in theaters nationwide on May 1, 2013. The plot of the film revolves around three central characters. Phillip, a sought-after bachelor. Vivian, a rich young woman who is the sole heir to a profitable business empire. And Sheila, a lifestyle editor who is also Vivian’s friend. Vivian gets engaged to Phillip and are going to marry. However, on their wedding day, Vivial dramatically revealed the affair between Phillip and Sheila, causing a disastrous scandal. As a result of the incident at the supposed to be wedding day, Sheila and Vivian leave the country to try to cool off and forget the events of that day. Sheila retruns home earlier than Vivian and reconciles with Phillip. They rekindle their love for each other and plan to marry. About the time they are going to get married, Vivian returns to the country and learns about the upcoming marriage. She then hatches a plan to ruin it the way Sheila ruined her own wedding day. That said, the events are turned the other way around. And more disastrous events ensue.

Ploning, is a story of one man’s search for the enigmatic woman who has deeply wounded him in the past. Growing up in an illegal Taiwanese fishing vessel, Rodrigo (30 years old) returns to the beautiful island of Cuyo and is given from sunrise to sunset to look for his “Ploning”. In his search, he discovers that the woman he loved and adored as a boy is not the woman he though he knew. Ploning has displayed her maternal love for Digo (the 6 year old Rodrigo) but is shrouded in her mysterious love and devotion for Tomas, her childhood sweetheart who left her when she was 16. This 30 year old spinster who has held a special place amongst the people as a dutiful daughter, a devoted friend, a caring sister and a loving maternal figure is slowly unveiled through Rodrigo’s memory and an emotional meeting with Ploning’s confidante, Seling. Through his search, Ploning will be revealed as the island’s most bittersweet source of selfless love. “Ploning” is the Philippine entry to 2009 Oscar Awards’ best foreign language film category.

Ploning, is a story of one man’s search for the enigmatic woman who has deeply wounded him in the past. Growing up in an illegal Taiwanese fishing vessel, Rodrigo (30 years old) returns to the beautiful island of Cuyo and is given from sunrise to sunset to look for his “Ploning”. In his search, he discovers that the woman he loved and adored as a boy is not the woman he though he knew. Ploning has displayed her maternal love for Digo (the 6 year old Rodrigo) but is shrouded in her mysterious love and devotion for Tomas, her childhood sweetheart who left her when she was 16. This 30 year old spinster who has held a special place amongst the people as a dutiful daughter, a devoted friend, a caring sister and a loving maternal figure is slowly unveiled through Rodrigo’s memory and an emotional meeting with Ploning’s confidante, Seling. Through his search, Ploning will be revealed as the island’s most bittersweet source of selfless love. “Ploning” is the Philippine entry to 2009 Oscar Awards’ best foreign language film category.

Six childhood friends bound together by firendship find themselves faced with a shocking revelation— their parents are the legendary Super Noypi. The most powerful superheroes in the land! But now they are in danger, taken hostage by the wicked super villain (Monsour Del Rosario). One by one, the six friends discover their super powers: moving objects using the mind, becoming invisible at will, having super human strength and speed, transforming into any shape imaginable casting spells and controlling fire and ice. With the help of a strong and spirited stranger from the future named Lia (Jennylyn Mercado), who claims that the world as we know it will cease to exist if they don’t stop Diego now. Lorenzo (Mark Herras), Annys (Katrina Halili), Yñigo (John Prats), Euen (Polo Ravales), Michie (Sandara Park) and Tonton (Andrew Muhlach) stick together taking a stand against evil in order to save the world and the people they love the most.

PAUPAHAN is a series of stories that show how words affects the lives of people. The first part is a story of a gay father. The second story is about a father who provides everything to his family. The third story is about a girl who had a dream in becoming an actress who current lives with her mother.

Pepeng Ronquillo is a brave and patriotic policeman in MetroManila but he’s also a firm believer in God. His faith in the power of goodness prompts him to seek out an amulet which he can use to combat evil in its many guises. Pepe believes that his amulet will help mankind cleanse itself in time for the final judgement. Directed by Felix E. Dalay Cast: Bong Revilla Jr, Princess Punzalan, Dennis Padilla, Jess Lapid Jr, Gladys Reyes, LJ Moreno

A horrifying flick in the same vein as that of other intensely frightening movies in the asian horror genre. White Lady centers on Pearl (Pauleen Luna), a simple and smart girl who just arrived in the city to study college. For reasons she cannot explain nor understand, Pearl is haunted by the ghost of a white lady said to be frequenting the school grounds. Determined to solve the mystery, Pearl decides to investigate and hears about the story of Christina (Angelica Panganiban), a girl driven into hiding by a clique of students who get by through bullying others. Later on Pearl discovers a deadly and horrifying secret that connects her, her schoolmates and the white lady that terrorizes their school.

Cita and Lisa are not just sisters but the best of friends. The harmonious relationship is not only between the two siblings but also between their children. So when a tragedy hits the family, the ideal relationship turns into an ordeal not just for the sisters but for the people around them. Cita was so affexted by the incident that she became indifferent, causing even her husband to give up on her. But after sometime, they realize the value of family and try to bring back the harmony in their lives. Manuel now has to decide- Will he let his best friend be happy with her Prince Charming or will he fight for the love that has kept him alive all these years? Directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina

Manuel (John Lloyd) and Marian (Bea) have always been best friends. They are so close that they know each other’s secrets… well almost. After all these years, Manuel never had the courage to tell Marian how much he loves her. When Marian’s first love, Lance, returns to the Philippines, she is intent on seeing him again. She brings along Manuel on a chase that brings them around the Philippines and abroad. Manuel now has to decide- Will he let his best friend be happy with her Prince Charming or will he fight for the love that has kept him alive all these years? Directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina

DOBOL TROBOL is a hilarious comedy about a passionate cook named Mac (Dolphy) who strikes up a very unlikely and riotous friendship with his happy-go-lucky co-worker Arthur (Vic Sotto). As both hit the bumpy road of their misadventures, the side-splitting companionship theyve found might be what matters the most. For The First Time is a romantic story of an unexpected love chemistry between Mr. So Wrong and Miss So Perfectly Right….a love story that will magnify the power of love to triumphantly conquer all our indifferences, fears, pain and doubts.

Cupids love arrow struck the most unlikely couple-to-be: Seth Alexander Villaraza (Richard Gutierrez), a notorious talk of the town playboy and Sophia Carmina Sandoval (KC Concepcion), the perfect girlfriend too busy to find love. Their two different personalities disastrously collide when fate serendipitiously entwined their lives in Santorini, Greece. But love has overruled their pained hearts and has proven that opposite truly attracts. Just when true love finally finds them for the first time, the pain of the past and uncertainty of the future challenged them to step back. Is Seth brave enough to truly love and be hurt for Pias sake or will he run away again? Will Pia find the love that will completely heal her or is Seth just another mistake? For The First Time is a romantic story of an unexpected love chemistry between Mr. So Wrong and Miss So Perfectly Right….a love story that will magnify the power of love to triumphantly conquer all our indifferences, fears, pain and doubts.

Arah (Angel Locsin) dreams of a better life—different from the life she knows in Bukidnon. Ranches everywhere are closing one by one. The glory her hometown once knew was slowly disappearing in favour of life abroad, particularly in Australia. Arah believes this too. Australia will save them from poverty. But Migo (Piolo Pascual) does not share this belief. He believes that Bukidnon’s glory will return if only people didn’t leave. Migo is Arah’s first love. When Arah’s father suddenly encounters an accident, Arah is left with no choice but to seek better opportunities to earn money. Arah, in desperation accepts money from the Australian rancher Brian in exchange for a contract. Her decision breaks Migo’s heart. The two part ways, their problems unresolved. Will Arah let Migo in her heart again or will she let him go completely for the sake of Brian and her family? And will Migo find the courage to fight for her or learn to accept that he has lost her forever?

Satan commissions Demonyita to destroy the souls of four young men but San Pedro also sends an angel to twart the plan. Demonyita succeeds in creating havoc in the lives of the men but when one of them falls in love with her, things turn out different as he sets to exorcise the devil out of her. Directed by Abbo De La Cruz Gretchen Barretto, Romnick Sarmenta, Maritoni Fernandez, Jennifer Sevilla, Jovit Moya, Janet Arnaiz

Betsy (Bea Alonzo) and Michael (John Lloyd Cruz) are only two of the thousands of commuters riding the MRT everyday. They don’t know each other but they both board on the same stations. Betsy is a hopeless romantic, while Michael is a non-believer in love and romance. Betsy perceives Michael as “Mr. Perfect” but when they finally meet, he turns out to be the exact opposite of her ideal man. Starring: Bea Alonzo, John Lloyd Cruz Director: Laurenti M. Dyogi

Betsy (Bea Alonzo) and Michael (John Lloyd Cruz) are only two of the thousands of commuters riding the MRT everyday. They don’t know each other but they both board on the same stations. Betsy is a hopeless romantic, while Michael is a non-believer in love and romance. Betsy perceives Michael as “Mr. Perfect” but when they finally meet, he turns out to be the exact opposite of her ideal man. Starring: Bea Alonzo, John Lloyd Cruz Director: Laurenti M. Dyogi

The Kingdom of Damortis was once ruled by the kind-hearted Empress Sofia (Maricel Laxa) who was ordered to be killed by Basilicus (Mark Gil), her brother who has a great desire for the throne. Princess Dahlia (Anne Curtis), heir to the throne elopes with the blind singer Mico (Ticson Uy). Amain (Jun Urbano) and his warrior trainees, Jobert (Jason Salcedo), Samuel (Junell Hernando), and Oman (Janus del Prado) are tasked to protect the princess and save Damortis from the evil forces of Basilicus. Directed by: Peque Gallaga / Lore Reyes Cast: Janus Del Prado, Maricel Laxa, Jason Salcedo, Anne Curtis, Junnel Hernando, William Martinez

This is a hilarious movie about an uncle and his nephew who both tried their luck in Manila to find a job. They chose to go in the city because of the mindset of their townsfolk that in Manila, there’s money everywhere. Unfortunately, they come face to face with a group that markets illegal drugs. Cast: Palito, Shiela Ysrael, Bella Flores, Berting Labra, Don Pepot, Alec Loren

Helen and Dave are a happy couple, but their relationship is tested when Helens younger sister comes into the picture. Helens family is under threat from being torn apart as the two sisters fight for the affections of a single man, and Helen herself is put to the test when faced with the temptation of a man she once loved.

Shirley (Vilma Santos) is a woman who wants to be in control of everything. Working as a librarian in a public school, a firm “Sshhh!” from her make the students tremble in fear. But in her family, her unwarranted intervention in the lives of her children and their families keeps her emotionally detached from them. Realizing that she has lost the command she once had, she goes to New York to reunite with Mark (Luis Manzano), his estranged gay son who is now suffering from colon cancer. But Shirley doesn’t know this and living with Mark i New York comes with a cost. She has to live with her son’s lover Noel (John Lloyd Cruz) who is an illegal immigrant. Whenever Mark is not around, Noel makes it a point to tour her around as he tries his best to endure Shirley’s degrading behavior on him. Everything is doing right until circumstances forces Shirley to back to the Philippines. Now that she’s back with her family, she realizes that something is wrong-she is not happy. For once in her life, she finally comes to a brave decision that will bring her real happiness.

A large family with lots of issues gather together to mourn the death of the family patriarch. But getting in the way of their genuine grief are a bunch of superstitions about the dead, and the family’s inability to deal with their issues in a civilized way.

Dianne and Albert trapped in a dysfunctional marriage with their respective spouses, they fall in love despite forbidding situations. Albert become Dianne’s client whose office conduct seminars for companies. Dianne was feeling the pressure of disapproval from her mother and the uncaring treatment from Louie, her husband. When Louie turns violent she decided to run away from him. However, life has so much irony. It is Albert’s turn to create boundaries and change his mind. He decided he would remain with his family, even as he would remain her lover, too. What are her remaining choices? Director: Olivia M. Lamasan Cast: Sharon Cuneta, Richard Gomez, Edu Manzano, Angel Aquino, Marvin Agustin, Kristine Hermosa

Bitoy is a designer of a big construction firm owned by Doña Evita. Because of his great talent, he was given a big project with a big commission. But Bitoy is the kind of person who doesn’t take life seriously, he missed the project’s deadline so he got fired. He wanted revenge for being mistreated, he plans to kidnap Doña Evita’s grandson by disguising himself as a nurse. He gets hired by Dona Evita to take care of his grandson. But Bitoy gets to like Bodgie after some time and decides to forgo his plans. But ironically, Bodgie was kidnapped and Bitoy becomes a suspect. Now, Bitoy must rescue him to prove his innocence. Director: Edgardo Vinarao Cast: Michael V, Arnel Ignacio, Rez Cortez, Ai Ai delas Alas, Marissa Delgado, Jennifer Mendoza

Nico’s boring daily existence simply cannot compete with the fantasy life he leads the world’s most popular MMORPG—METANOIA, as the adventurous Zero, together with his companions: the spiritualist Mang Ernie, rebellious chi-master K’mao, apprentice weapon-smith Sumpak, folk hero Ahdonis and the beast master Cassandra, they explore Metanoia’s vast virtual landscape in search of untold on-line fortune and glory! As the hostile force surfaces and threatens to destroy everything they hold precious, the fate of two worlds rests upon the shoulder of one very unlikely champion. One who must first find way to burst out of his shell and discover the true hero within before it’s too late!

This drama film tells about the broke lives of the Sakadas or sugarcane plantation workers under an exploitative feudal agricultural system, the imbalance between the poor peasants and the rich hacienderos in the distribution of wealth which triggered the passage of the Land Reform Act. An all-star cast featuring veteran artists, this controversial movie was seized by the military and pulled out of the theaters during the Marcos dictatorship. Cast: Gloria Romero, Hilda Koronel, Pancho Magalona, Robert Arevalo, Rosa Rosal, Alicia Alonzo

Laida Magtalas (Sarah Geronimo) is a modern-day stunner who works hard to provide for her family while believing that someday she will meet her prince charming and they will live happily ever after. That prince charming is none other than Miggy Montenegrro (John Lloyd Cruz), the youngest of the Montenegro clan — a rich family. Laida dreams of meeting Miggy every day and every night. These dreams led her to apply as an Editorial Assistant at Miggy’s failing men’s magazine. The movie's first trailer released online by Viva Films early this week offers a glimpse of the misadventures of six friends who come from different backgrounds. The trailer also features cameo appearances of several local celebrities, including Vice Ganda, Solenn Heussaff, Tim Yap and Raymond Gutierrez, who are all seen portraying themselves. As Monica, Eigenmann portrays the rebellious daughter of a socialite who finds unlikely friendships in Sikyu (Boy2 Quizon), Darwin (Dominic Roco), Sab (Glaiza de Castro), Nacho (Cholo Barretto) and Dana (Carla Humphries). Despite their different status in life, the six find themselves bound by a common goal -- finding happiness. Directed by Martin Rey Aviles, "Coming Soon" is scheduled to be released by Viva Films on April 17. The film is produced by Fearless Productions, Inc. and Brownsugar Entertainment. - See more at: http://www.lambingan.net/2013/05/watch-coming-soon-2013-filipino-full.html#sthash.F08zory9.dpuf

1971 The sisters of the Adoration monastery lead quiet and isolated lives in a remote town in Rizal. Mother Superior Ruth leads the group in its prayers, daily rituals and keeping the nuns away from the vices and alteration of the outside world. Remy’s (an extern nun) activist brother has been snatched away and deeply troubled, Remy asks Ruth for an indefinite leave of absence to help her family search for her brother. But Ruth turns down her request, reminding her of the increasing importance of prayer during that time of crisis and in order to keep Remy out of harm’s way. Director:Vincent Sandoval Cast: Mylene Dizon, Jodi Sta. Maria, Raquel Villavicencio, Fides Cuyugan-Asensio, Rustica Carpio, Star Orjaliza. Madeleine Nicolas, Al Gatmaitan, Angelita Raymundo, Antonette Garcia, Irene Celebre, Maria Monica Reyes, Regina De Vera, Ellen Rowy, Wilma Olivar

Made destitute by the eruption of Mt Pinatubo, Karen decides to work as an insurance underwriter by day and GRO in a club by night. In between, she beds men she meets at the club so they would buy insurance coverage. Things are going well until she fell in love with one of her regualrs. From thereon, it was downhill for her… Directed by Amable Aguiluz Michelle Aldana, Albert Martinez, Ruby Moreno, Gary Estrada, Julio Diaz, Teresa Loyzaga