McJim Shorts Score Nominations Worldwide

McJim has always been my go to brand for belts, bags and leather accessories. In the recent years, they’ve been able to touch base with campaigns that have elevated Filipino products that are worthy to be called world class. Have you seen their shoot in Montreal Canada? If I didn’t know that happened I’d gladly mistake their ware from another country, so it really makes me proud to see how successful they have become in the leather business showcasing things that are manufactured, designed and created all in the Philippines - but for a global audience. 

Aside from that, they have also released heartwarming videos depicting the Filipino persona , how we live - and how ordinary people like you and me in so many ways use their products, not hardsell. I personally like that about them and with these videos, it’s like a slice of life. It in turn becomes honest, relatable, so even if it is showcased on the web initially, it still was able to get the nod of a total of 22 prestigious film festivals in countries like the US, the UK, Italy, France, Australia, Mexico, Venezuela and others. It’s a record breaking feat for any brand based in the Philippines. 

Director Chris Cahilig notes that his short films “Pitaka” (The Wallet), “Sinturon” (Belt) and “Bag” can now be considered are at par with the world’s best branded commercially produced films. He says “McJim has always been inclined to adhere with their simple philosophy of style, quality and elegance. McJim is always committed to showcase not just the world class leather goods but also same world class films.”

True enough the short film “Pitaka” has already participated in international film festivals like San Mauro Torinese International Film Festival 2018, Cefalu Film Festival in Palermo (in Italy), the Diwa Filipino Film Showcase of Seattle 2018, Culture of Life Film Festival 2018 in Memphis, 2019 Dramatic Shorts Film Festival in Denver, Colorado and Los Angeles CineFest 2019 all in the US. It talks about fraternal love, how one cares for a younger brother portrayed by Karl Medina and boyband 1:43’s Art Artienda. 

It was then followed by another short film called “Sinturon” (The Belt) which was showcased in Nebrody Film Fest and Corti A Sud-Polla In Corto (bothe in Italy). It was also invited to participate at the Love Shorts Film Festival 2019 in the US. This piece was done with veteran independent actors Kiko Matos and maven of indie films Ms. Mercedes Cabral. This talks about marital infidelity which is a no-no in a very conservative Philippine society.

Their latest one “Bag” on the other hand just got in to 12 official selections for the brand in different international film festivals. This is LGBT themed, inclusive, even as McJim may have identify as a male brand, they are inclusive and it reminds us about having a more progressive society rather than applied tolerance. Certainly groundbreaking.

If you would want to watch these short films, they are still up on their page Facebook.com/OfficialMcJim. 

Please continue to do the country proud!

KUMAGCOW

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Some New Movies on HOOQ

Some really good new movies in HOOQ

If there are some things you probably should watch out for in HOOQ, it’s the new titles added so you won’t get bored. We know it probably is literally impossible to watch every single title in their data base but if you are picky, this would probably be good news. 

First off is blockbuster super hero film The Avengers : Infinity War which you can now stream on the Hooq app. Even better news is that they also have Puerto Ricans in Paris set to be out September 6, Ocean’s 8 and The Seagull on September 24, Solo: A Starwars Movie on September 25, plus The Antman and the Wasp on October 16. If you are already subscribed to HOOQ then you can get access with it via a bonus ticket. Otherwise, you can have other titles on the app for a measly Php 125 which is cheap and totally less than your usual movie ticket price. That and you can enjoy it anywhere or right in the comforts of your own home.

Not to be outdone they also have Pinoy titles including Sid & Aya Not A Love Story, Cry No Fear, Barcelona A Love Untold (for Kathniel Fans!), Can’t Help Falling In Love, Everything About Her, Beauty and the Bestie in the coming weeks/months (but this last quarter), so don’t be too eager to go out and spend tons of money in the movie house if you can do it on your phone, those parking tickets won’t be saying sorry. 

Now go download your HOOQ app and stay entertained with the latest movies, all you ever wanted on your tablets, gadgets and mobile.

Shouldn’t be that hard.

KUMAGCOW

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The Vivo V11 Launch

We are currently at the Vivo V11 launch, this is their current flagship phone. They want you to tap the future with this new handset that employs an on display fingerprint function aside from the usual best in the market camera optics and selfie function.

As a global brand they have been able to become a part of the recent FIFA World Cup Championships in Russia. Locally they have their Vivo mascot everywhere, SM Malls, tours, KathNiel, KZ Tandingan, Vivo Hoop Battle Championships, Robinson's Malls, even the UAAP, NCAA and other partner brands of recent the Stephen Curry tour in the Philippines. Aside from that, they also got involved in telecoms partnerships with PLDT and Home Credit, several media outfits and websites. This new model as they say will bring them closer to the future, let's have a look.

Julie Anne San Jose

Iñigo Pascual and Myx VJs

Maymay and Edward! OMG!

Darren Espanto and the whole Vivo line of celebrities!

They also showed the features of the new phone, like the AI Camera, Perfect Backlight Shot, 6GB RAM, AI Lowlight Mode, scene recognition, where your photos will all look good as it identifies that on it's own. It's a new algorithm, now you can take perfect selfies even more with it's 25MP front camera. It has 12 x 5 MP dual camera with a 1.8 aperture, very light sensitive, got lots of filters and does fast focus. I also saw they are integrating Google Lens that identifies things, places, landmarks so it finds information automatically. Even helps you to shop!

Then they also told us the price, the Vivo V11 is at Php 19,999 and they also said the Vivo V11i is only Php 15,999 (it's another phone!)

Annie Lim says "This is a grand celebration of things we have done in the past and the future. We are thankful for your belief with Vivo."

KZ Tandingan finishing the show!

Congratulations Vivo Philippines! These phones look great!

KUMAGCOW

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Find Your Matcha at CBTL

Saw something new on the menu of Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf in Trinoma. Apparently they have been selling this since the 10th of this month. Are you a Japanese Green Tea lover? The one they call Matcha? Well listen up because this is going to be so good.

These are not usual coffee flavors you see from CBTL as they just got jazzed up with matcha flavors that will only be available for a limited time. You’ll love the Matcha Macchiato, Matcha Affogato and Matcha Raspberry. I had my share of the Matcha Machiatto yesterday and it felt right at home, not overly weird. More so if you are a certified matcha lover.

Now head on to your favorite CBTL branches nationwide (EXCEPT CBTL BISTRO AS I LEARNED TODAY) because it’s available now until December 7, 2018. It’s not to sweet, has that bitterness and foamy consistency you’ve always wanted in a matcha drink but merely spiked into your coffee.

Don’t take it too hot, just right so you won’t get scalded.

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