The Alternativa Film Festival is officially opening submissions for its 2026 edition in Colombia, spotlighting the Philippines as a rising force in Southeast Asian cinema. With Brillante Mendoza joining the jury and a $120,000 prize pool, this global platform champions underrepresented voices from the Global South. Submissions are open until October 10, 2025.

Academy Award nominee Celine Song returns with Materialists, a witty take on modern love inspired by her time as a NYC matchmaker. Dakota Johnson stars as Lucy, a dating expert great at finding love for others — but clueless when it comes to herself. “She’s a chameleon,” Johnson says of the complex role. Directed by Song and set in the bustling dating world of New York, Materialists opens in Philippine cinemas on August 6.

Netflix’s August 2025 lineup includes One Hit Wonder, Wednesday Season 2, Night Always Comes, Barbie Mysteries, and more. From musical comebacks and revenge thrillers to true crime and animated beach detectives, this month’s releases bring variety and emotion in full force.

Disney+ goes full throttle this August with a high-stakes, action-packed lineup. From Eyes of Wakanda and Alien: Earth to the gripping new K-series Twelve and Rami Malek’s intense spy thriller The Amateur, this month delivers non-stop adrenaline. Also streaming: Law and the City, Low Life, and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17. See the full lineup and schedule now on Cinegeeks.

Park Min-young returns in Confidence Queen, a slick new Korean comedic caper series on Prime Video. She plays Yun Yi-rang, a master con artist leading a team of swindlers—played by Park Hee-soon and Joo Jong-hyuk—as they outsmart corrupt villains with clever schemes. With a mix of heist thrills and witty banter, the series promises a fun ride for K-drama fans. Confidence Queen premieres September 6 exclusively on Prime Video!

The Warrens return one last time. The Conjuring: Last Rites marks the chilling finale of the billion-dollar horror franchise, with Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson reprising their roles as Ed and Lorraine Warren. Directed by Michael Chaves and produced by James Wan and Peter Safran, this final chapter dives into their most terrifying case yet. Catch the spine-tingling trailer now—The Conjuring: Last Rites opens in Philippine cinemas on September 3.

This August, Prime Video rolls out a jam-packed lineup of new titles—from action-comedy The Pickup starring Eddie Murphy, to the Korean spy thriller Butterfly led by Daniel Dae Kim. Fan favorites return with Upload Season 4 and Betty La Fea – La Historia Continua. Whether you're in the mood for laughs, suspense, or heartfelt drama, there’s something worth adding to your watchlist. Dive into all the new shows and films premiering this month.

Christian Bautista and Raisa unite in a soul-stirring duet of Rainbow, reimagining the South Border classic with a lush pop-R&B arrangement. Blending Bautista’s smooth baritone with Raisa’s velvety vocals, the track honors its OPM roots while resonating across Southeast Asia. A long-awaited Filipino-Indonesian collab born from friendship, nostalgia, and a shared love for timeless ballads.

Discover "Project Hail Mary" starring Ryan Gosling! Watch the trailer of this epic sci-fi adventure featuring Ryan Gosling, in cinemas soon.

Get a sneak peek at the absurdist comedy revival with "The Naked Gun," starring Liam Neeson. Watch the featurette now and see it in cinemas August 13!

Listen the First Release of Kevin Parker's psychedelic music project on their new label home Columbia Records!

Dive into the layers of Ara's character in Si Sol at si Luna. Discover how Karina Bautista adds depth to Ara in this gripping teleserye.

Experience the epic debut of Marvel's first family in "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" this July 23! Don't miss the Fantastic Four in cinemas!

Disney+ Subscribers Will Get an Exclusive Sneak Peek of the Film as Marvel’s First Family and a Galaxy of Stars and Filmmakers Attend the Out of This World Event in Los Angeles on July 21 (Pacific Time)!

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Discover how 'Si Sol at si Luna' characters shape Puregold Channel’s digital series. Dive into Sol at Luna's world and their captivating journey today!

Catch Ralph Fiennes as the eccentric Dr. Ian Kelson in the virus-ravaged world of 28 Years Later. See 28 Years Later in Philippine cinemas June 18!

Ju Ji Hoon fans, get ready! Join the first-ever fan meeting in Manila on August 2, 2025. Experience Ju Ji Hoon's captivating presence live!

In celebration of Philippine Independence Day, the box office and critically acclaimed historical epics “ Heneral Luna ” and “ Goyo: Ang...