You’ve all watched the teasers and trailers and read the conversations about it on your socials (you may even have joined in!). And now, it’s finally happening: the live-adaption of Disney’s The Little Mermaid is now showing at Ayala Malls Cinemas! Chrissy Roa, Group Marketing Head for AyalaLand Estates, Corporate, and AyalaMallsTin Yabao, Ayala Malls Consumer Engagement Marketing Head and Allie Benedicto, Marketing Director at The Walt Disney Company To give viewers and their families a truly memorable experience they can treasure in the years to come, Ayala Malls Cinemas have prepared some f ..read more

Disney’s live-action reimagining of “The Little Mermaid” has ignited anticipation across the globe, as fans eagerly await the fresh take on this beloved animation. We were privileged to be part of a global press conference, where the talented cast and filmmakers behind this new adaptation shared their unique experiences and insights. Join us as we unravel the highlights from this captivating underwater journey into the hearts and minds of the individuals who breathed life into your favorite characters.  Jessica Alexander, Javier Bardem, Simone Ashley, Daveed Diggs, Marc Platt, Jonah Hauer ..read more

Imagine living in Barbie Land: a realm of perfection inhabited by flawless beings. But what happens when existential crises creep in? Or if you’re Ken, Barbie’s charismatic yet often-overlooked companion? These scenarios and more come to life in the much-anticipated movie, “Barbie,” directed by Oscar-nominated Greta Gerwig. This vibrant comedy stars Oscar-nominees Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling as the iconic duo, Barbie and Ken. The film also boasts an impressive ensemble including America Ferrera, Kate McKinnon, Michael Cera, Ariana Greenblatt, Issa Rae, Rhea Perlman, and Will Ferrell, alo ..read more

When ‘The Little Mermaid’ came out in 1989, I was just a ten-year old kid, who grew up on cartoons and musical theater. Watching the original ‘The Little Mermaid’ in the cinemas back when it first came out was a core memory for me: the lush and fluid (for its time) animation, the catchy music and songs of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, the visual romance of the underwater world they crafted and the playful tonal grace that they worked on the first of many new animated series that were based on fairy tales and legends. We hadn’t seen one since ‘Sleeping Beauty’ and ‘Cinderella.’  Halle Bai ..read more

‘Gran Turismo’ is not just another racing movie; it is the inspiring true story of Jann Mardenborough. He dreamed the impossible to become an elite racer. As a teenager, his gaming skills won him a series of Nissan competitions, propelling him into the realm of professional racecar driving. Now that’s what you call leveling up! Under the deft direction of Neill Blomkamp and the sharp screenplay by Jason Hall and Zach Baylin, “Gran Turismo” promises an immersive cinematic experience. It is based on the popular video game by PLAYSTATION STUDIOS, thus promising an engaging mix of reality and t ..read more

Based on the true story of Jann Mardenborough, the film is the ultimate wish fulfillment tale of a teenage Gran Turismo player whose gaming skills won a series of Nissan competitions to become an actual professional racecar driver. Directed by Neill Blomkamp, screenplay by Jason Hall and Zach Baylin, based on the PLAYSTATION STUDIOS video game. Produced by Doug Belgrad, Asad Qizilbash, Carter Swan, Dana Brunetti. The executive producers are Kazunori Yamauchi, Herman Hulst, Jason Hall, Matthew Hirsch. The cast is led by David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, Archie Madekwe, Darren Barnet, Geri Halli ..read more

Get set for another thrilling week at the cinema! This week brings an exciting lineup of new releases that promises something for everyone. Prepare to be enchanted by Disney’s live-action reimagining of ‘The Little Mermaid‘, relive the superhero nostalgia with the remastered ‘Superman: The Movie‘, and more comedy, suspense, and touching stories await you in the lineup of films coming to cinemas this week. Here’s a quick guide to the mix of films everyone is looking forward to. New Movies Opening This Week: THE LITTLE MERMAID 2023 • G • 2 hrs 15 mins ADVENTURE, FAMILY, FANTASY, ROMANCE BUY T ..read more

The long-anticipated live-action reimagining of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” a fresh take on the Oscar®-winning animated musical classic and is now showing in cinemas nationwide. Don’t miss out! Check the showtimes and buy your tickets now! (L-R): Scuttle (voiced by Awkwafina), Flounder (voiced by Jacob Tremblay), and Halle Bailey as Ariel in Disney’s live-action THE LITTLE MERMAID. Photo courtesy of Disney. © 2023 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Inspired by the timeless tale written by Danish author Hans Christian Andersen in 1837, it is the quintessential story of an outsider ..read more

In “The Wandering Earth II,” a prequel to the 2019 hit, one of Hong Kong’s biggest artists, Andy Lau (“As Tears Go By,” “House of Flying Daggers,” “Infernal Affairs”), is playing a scientist. Just as the film’s creative team is happy to have Lau on board, Lau couldn’t be more elated. “My sci-fi dream is fulfilled,” Lau shared at the press conference for “The Wandering Earth II,” in Philippine cinemas May 31. “And I still feel immersed in the character today and don’t want to wake up.” As exciting as it was to star in the prequel to the groundbreaking Chinese science fiction film, it also ha ..read more

The Flash has arrived in Manila! From May 24 – June 4, fans can take selfies with the hyper-realistic, life-size mucklefigure of The Flash at the Warner Bros. 100 Year Anniversary Exhibit at SM North EDSA The Block activity area. Strike a running pose with your favorite Speedster and race with the fastest guy alive. The exhibit is free admission, and everyone’s invited! Warner Bros. Pictures turned 100 this year, and to celebrate the milestone anniversary, the studio is “Celebrating Every Story” with an epic 2023 film lineup that includes upcoming releases “Barbie,” “MEG 2: The Trench,” “Blue ..read more