TRAVEL TO MOVIES: JOY

Director: David O. Russell

Cast: Jennifer Lawrence , Bradley Cooper , Robert De Niro , Édgar Ramírez , Diane Ladd , Virginia Madsen , Elisabeth Röhm , Dascha Polanco , Isabella Rossellini

Plot: A biopic on Joy Mangano, an American inventor and entrepreneur who created the famous "Miracle Mop". The film follows the struggles of Joy, who is a single mother of three, as she builds her business empire after inventing the Miracle Mop and eventually becoming the President of Ingenious Designs, LLC.

Source: http://www.insing.com/movies/joy-2016/id-dde80000/

My Movie Review: The movie is inspiring from rags to riches story that will make you think how you'll made difference in your life and take action in building your dreams into reality. The snow is majestic makes the scenes comfy and breezy but the one I felt the magic when Jennifer Lawrence and Édgar Ramírez reaching hand on stage while snow is falling. Joy is my favorite film this year with the relevance of the story and the guts to pull through.
My Favorite Lines: "Christie, look at me. I want you to remember something cause a lot of times people get nice things and they start to think differently. We got here from hard work, patience, and humility. So I want to tell you, don't ever think the world owes you anything because it doesn't. The world doesn't owe you a thing." "I was valedictorian in high school. I got into a college in Boston but I stayed here cause my parents are getting divorced, stayed to help my mom and I help my dad with business stuff, accountant." 'Maybe your dreams are on hold for now. That's a nice way of putting it." "I believe the ordinary meets the extraordinary every single day." "I have real ambitions and real ideas."

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES CEBU LARSIAN MARKET

My Personal Experience: I went to Cebu Larsian Market last year May 3, 2015, together with my family and some relatives. We went there to have lunch where we find numerous stalls over-flowing with barbecue and street foods. Larsian is one of the food havens and tourist attraction in Cebu. I also heard you'll never been to Cebu if you don't go to Larsian.

Cebu Larsian Market

Be prepared to choke yourself with BBQ'd pork, chicken, and seafood! Larsian is a bazaar of eateries that's perfect place to experience Cebu's best barbecue. Located at Fuente Osmeña in Cebu City, Larsian is accessible. If you've experienced Manila's Dampa where you get to pick your food and have it cooked by the resto is like that. It's open 24 hours most of the stalls set up shop between 10 AM to 2 AM. Larsian is usually crowded at night.

Source: http://www.choosephilippines.com/eat/restaurants/1232/larsian-cebu/

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: HOW TO BE SINGLE

Director: Christian Ditter

Cast: Dakota Johnson , Rebel Wilson , Alison Brie , Leslie Mann , Anders Holm , Nicholas Braun , Jake Lacy , Jason Mantzoukas , Damon Wayans Jr.

Plot: Alice, Robin, Lucy, Meg, Tom and David have one thing in common - they are all single people with lonely hearts seeking for the right match. What they need now is to learn how to be single in a world filled with the ever-evolving definitions of love.

Source: http://www.insing.com/movies/how-to-be-single-2016/id-e8ea0000/

My Movie Review: The movie is filled with laughter and making the most out being single. This is modern chick flick teaches people how to get laid and back there in New York City. How to deal with break-ups falling in or out of love and how to have fun when your single. Rebel Wilson shed a light in this as she speak out clever and hilarious random dialogues while someone made me realized that cherish being single cause in one moment it's gone.
My Favorite Tips: Don't Fall For Someone's Looks Alone - everyone who is currently looking for a relationship that it is a good idea to avoid falling in love with those who have a "fake smile" on their faces. Love Is Not The Enemy - it is important to be happy if you're single that doesn't mean being in love is always a bad thing "love between us is better than being single." everyone who is currently navigating the wonderful world of dating. Relationships Are Fun - although being single and hanging out with friends is a perfectly valid choice so there is nothing wrong with wanting to have a boyfriend or girlfriend either.

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES CEBU CITY HALL

My Personal Experience: I went to Cebu City Hall last year May 3, 2015, together with my sister and her husband. We went there to continue our city tour in that moment were just passing through on our way to Magellan's Cross. We also drop to other historical sites like Cathedral Museum Of Cebu 1836 White Church and Miguel Lopez De Legazpi Monument.

Cebu City Hall

The Cebu City Hall is home to the mayor, vice mayor, councilors, legislative and executive officers, and city administrator. It is perfectly nestled at Magallanes Street, where the well-renowned Magellan's Cross can also be found. You will discover that such a historical establishment has been renovated to keep up with the city's fast-paced modernization and to look even more welcoming for all locals who wish to process significant documents.

Source: http://www.everythingcebu.com/lifestyle/public-services/cebu-city-hall/

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: DEADPOOL

Director: Tim Miller

Cast: Ryan Reynolds , Gina Carano , Ed Skrein , T.J. Miller , Morena Baccarin

Plot: Based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, Wade Wilson is a former Special Forces operative who undergoes a rogue experiment that changes his life drastically. With accelerated healing powers and a mentally unstable mind, this antihero with a twisted sense of humour hunts down the man who did this to him.

Source: http://www.insing.com/movies/deadpool-2016/id-dee80000/

My Movie Review: The movie is tacky not that special as expected bloody non-sense story hope they will make the sequel with a better story. The opening credit is unique and cool but the ending is so typical the boy gets the girl it lacks a bite and for me the ending defines if the film is good or not. Ryan Reynolds did a joyful job and has fully immersed himself in the Deadpool role which make the movie watchable with full of sense of humour.
My Favorite Character: Wade Wilson

Deadpool is an extraordinary hand-to-hand combatant and is skilled in multiple unarmed combat techniques. He is a master of assassination techniques, is an excellent marksman, and is highly skilled with bladed weapons. Deadpool possesses a superhuman healing factor derived from that of the mutant Wolverine that allows him to regenerate damaged or destroyed areas of his cellular structure at a rate far great than that of an ordinary human.

Source: http://marvel.com/characters/12/deadpool

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES CEBU CITY FIRE STATION

My Personal Experience: I went to Cebu City Fire Station last May 3, 2015, together with my sister. We went there to take pictures beside the huge fire trucks located step away from Heritage Of Cebu Monument. This is our second stop in our city tour where we got to find cardboard cut-outs of two boxing champs I tried to mock them ready for a street fight!

Cebu City Fire Station

The fire station is found in commonly referred to as Parian, the Filipino Hispano name for Chinatown during those days. Founded by Legazpi, that became the center of trade and festive activity, making it the most prosperous district during the early period of the colony.

Source: https://withonespast.wordpress.com/tag/parian-fire-station/

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: DIRTY GRANDPA

Director: Dan Mazer

Cast: Robert De Niro , Zac Efron , Julianne Hough , Aubrey Plaza , Dermot Mulroney , Adam Pally , Zoey Deutch , Jason Mantzoukas , Brandon Mychal Smith , Henry Zebrowski

Plot: Zac Efron plays Jason Kelly, the grandson of Dick Kelly played by Robert De Niro, where the latter tricks his grandson on going on a roadtrip to Florida for spring break just days before his wedding.

Source: http://www.insing.com/movies/dirty-grandpa-2016/id-63e90000/

My Movie Review: The movie is hilarious with off beat turned of events and unexpected shots definitely fun to watch. Robert De Niro made an impression his cool moves perfect for the role of Dirty Grandpa. While Zac Efron continues to amaze with his over-flowing confidence to show off his body I was surprise when he sang on stage flawless totally forgot that he can sing. This movie also features smart young actors on their road to fame.

My Favorite Lines: "I don't understand why you have to drive down to Florida. We just had the funeral. Grandmother and I were there at this time every year." "Hey! We're headed to Daytona. You guys want to tag along for a little bit, baby? Party some babies into us?" We're not going to Daytona. Grandpa, are you kidding me right now? Grandma's funeral was yesterday. She told me on her death bed that you'll get back out there again."

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES HERITAGE OF CEBU PARIAN PARK

My Personal Experience: I went to Heritage Of Cebu last year May 3, 2015, together with my sister and her husband. We went there to see and appreciate the beauty of rocks turned into art transform to magnificent sculptures. We took pictures a far to capture other side of the monument and it's a different story prove that there's more than meets the eye.

Heritage Of Cebu Parian Park

The Heritage of Cebu Monument rises on a gated triangular patch of land called Parian Park bordered by three narrow streets in Barangay Parian, a few hops from the northern tip of Colon. It’s an eye-popping showcase of artistry that mostly depicts the start of colonial rule in the country. In it elaborate artistry, the struggle for freedom isn’t lost on us.

Source:http://eye-in-the-blue-sky.blogspot.com/2011/12/heritage-of-cebu-monument-at-parian.html

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE AND ZOMBIES

Director: Burr Steers

Cast: Lily James , Sam Riley , Bella Heathcote , Douglas Booth , Matt Smith , Jack Huston , Lena Headey , Charles Dance , Emma Greenwell , Suki Waterhouse , Tom Larcan

Plot: What happens when Jane Austen`s classic novel meets a zombie invasion? This movie is set in an alternate 19th century English countryside where the zombie plague is quickly spreading. Elizabeth Bennet, who is well trained by her father in the martial arts, joins forces with Mr. Darcy to stop the zombie invasion and discover their love for one another before the world comes to an end.

Source:http://www.insing.com/movies/pride-and-prejudice-and-zombies-2016/id-15ea0000/

My Movie Review: The movie is a sleeping spectacle to be awaken leaving you love bites with zombies being the main attraction. Pride & Prejudice comes alive with this adaptation even if for a short time the story presents mash-up of genres that excites and rarely seen. The mixed of feminine and masculine side towards the five girls was awesome blends well. Where the zombies come from not clear but the love-hate relationship caught my interest.

My Favorite Character: Fitzwilliam Darcy

Fitzwilliam Darcy, generally referred to as Mr. Darcy, is one of the two central characters in Jane Austen's novel Pride and Prejudice. He is an archetype of the aloof romantic hero, and a romantic interest of Elizabeth Bennet, the novel's protagonist. Mr. Darcy is wealthy gentleman with an income exceeding £10,000 a year and the proprietor of Pemberley as large estate in Derbyshire, England.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Darcy

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES HERITAGE OF CEBU MONUMENT

My Personal Experience: I went to Heritage Of Cebu last year May 3, 2015, together with my sister and her husband. We went there to capture the symbolic statues that reflect the events happened in the past. By doing this we celebrate the culture and roots of the place though we create our own memories. Despite the seriousness we have fun under the sun.

Heritage Of Cebu Monument

The Heritage of Cebu Monument is a tableau of sculptures made of concrete, bronze, brass and steel showing scenes about events and structures to the history of Cebu. The structures depicted in the Heritage Monument are the Basilica del Santo Niño, the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral, John The Baptist Church, Magellan’s Cross and Spanish Galleon.

Source:http://www.everythingcebu.com/attractions/historical-sites/the-heritage-of-cebu-monument/

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: THE REVENANT

Director: Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu 

Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio , Tom Hardy , Domhnall Gleeson , Will Poulter , Paul Anderson , Forrest Goodluck , Kristoffer Joner , Joshua Burge , Duane Howard

Plot: While exploring the uncharted wilderness in 1823, legendary frontiersman Hugh Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio) sustains injuries from a brutal bear attack. When his hunting team leaves him for dead, Glass must utilize his survival skills to find a way back home to his beloved family. Grief-stricken and fueled by vengeance, Glass treks through the wintry terrain to track down John Fitzgerald (Tom Hardy), the former confidant who betrayed and abandoned him.

Source: http://www.insing.com/movies/the-revenant-2016/id-dce80000/

My Movie Review: The movie is exceptional firing passion in a cold winter with visuals that will freeze in time and astonishing current events that will leave you speechless. This movie is overflowing in goodness with everything said and done take you to another level. Leonardo DiCarpio being the favorite actor to win the Oscars for Best Actor is no surprise after all he overcome the bear attack and stay inside a horse to survive he deserve to win.

My Favorite Lines: "You came all this way just for your revenge, huh? Did you enjoy it, Glass? 'Cause there ain't nothin' gon' bring your boy back." "All I had was my boy and he took him from me, you understand? He's afraid. He knows how far I came to find him." "As long as you can still grab a breath, you fight. You breathe. Keep breathing. When there is a storm. And you stand in front of a tree. If you look at its branches, you swear it will fall. But if you watch the trunk, you will see its stability." "Revenge is in god's hands not mine."

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES HERITAGE OF CEBU

My Personal Experience: I went to Heritage Of Cebu last year May 3, 2015, together with my sister and her husband. We went to experience the place through it's core by seeing the historical sights. Our first stop in our city tour kick-off with Heritage of Cebu where we got stuck with the triangular rock capturing the perfect light and side ways upon entrance.

Heritage Of Cebu

The Heritage of Cebu Monument in Cebu City (located originally in the Parian District) is a work of both art and sculpture depicting the most important events that happened in the history of Cebu. It was constructed in 1997 and inaugurated in late 2000. Now, the Heritage of Cebu Monument serves as one of the many historical landmarks of Cebu City together with the ancestral house a few steps from it.

Source:http://www.travextravels.com/2012/07/cebu-art-heritage-of-cebu-monument-city.html#.VrTPVLJ97IU