Star Cinema and Quantum Films' Ekstra to hit cinemas nationwide August 14!
Sunday, August 11, 2013
Star for All Seasons Vilma Santos' latest film, "Ekstra" (The Bit Player) bagged major honors at the recently concluded Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival, where Vilma was hailed as best actress.
Under the direction of award-winning director Jeffrey Jeturian and co-produced by Star Cinema and Quantum Films, "Ekstra" shone bright in Cinemalaya's Director's Showcase category as it clinched several major honors including the audience choice award, jury prize, netpac, best screenplay for Zig Dulay, Antoinette Jadaone and Direk Jeffrey, and best supporting actress for Ruby Ruiz.
"Ekstra" is a touching drama-comedy film that revolves around the life of Loida Malabanan (played by Vilma), a hardworking single mother who passionately works as as bit player for television and movies.
Taking pride of the film's outstanding storytelling and portrayal and as part of Star Cinema's 20th anniversary in the movie industry, the country's largest film outfit and Quantum Films will offer "Ekstra" via nationwide theatrical release next Wednesday (August 14).
Aside from Ate Vi, also part of the "Ekstra" cast in special roles are Ruby, Tart Carlos of "Be Careful With My Heart," Cherie gil, Pilar Pilapil, Nico Antonio, Tom Rodriguez, Direk Marlon Rivera, Vince de Jesus and many more. The Star for all Seasons is very thankful that these famous stars of today agreed to be part of this movie even though they have a busy schedule. Take it for example Ms. Marian Rivera who, after asking who she will be working with and was told that she'll be playing side by side with Piolo Pascual and Ms. Vilma Santos, she immediately said YES. Piolo Pascual also agreed to be part of the movie despite his busy schedule and felt truly honored to work with Ate Vi, she would drive from Bataan to Batangas to shot this film.
Also featured in Vilma's milestone movie is the special participation of Richard 'Ser Chief Yap, Marian Rivera, and Piolo Pascual.
As Star Cinema continues to celebrate its 20 years, together with Quantum Films it brings the Star for All Seasons' newest film, "Ekstra" in cinemas nationwide on August 14, 2013.
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