makes history as first Filipina to receive prestigious French Knight Award in cinema

JOSTLING for the top three spots in North American theaters this weekend were the same films from last week, with The Flash overtaken by the latest Spider-Man iteration.

The debut of the raunchy comedy No Hard Feelings, as well as that of Asteroid City, the latest offering from cult director Wes Anderson, failed to get past last weekend’s top-earning films, although analysts said they performed well for their respective genres.

Sony’s Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse took in $19.3 million over the government leaders QC Mayor Joy Belmonte with Manet Dayrit and Ed Lejano of QCinema, QC Congressman Juan Carlos “Arjo” Atayde, Pangasinan Congressman Toff De Venecia, PAO Chief Persida Acosta, IPOPHL Director General Rowel Barba, and Cebu City Vice Mayor Raymond Garcia

The National Order of Arts and Letters is considered the highest civilian award given by the French Republic for individuals who have distinguished themselves by their creations in the artistic or literary field or by the contribution they have made to the influence of the arts and letters in France and the

Bannered by Julie Anne San Jose and Rayver Cruz as Hope Celestial and Miguel Agustin, respectively, The Cheating Game is the first film offering of GMA Public Affairs and GMA Pictures.

After learning that her fiancé has been unfaithful to her, Hope (Julie) walks off from the engagement, her job, and the weekend, according to Sunday estimates from Exhibitor Relations, bringing its domestic total to more than $317 million, with showings in international theatres pushing the cumulative global earnings to $560 million. world. Among those awarded the title in the past are Steven Spielberg, George Clooney, Leonardo Di Caprio, Meryl Streep, and Cate Blanchett.

The film, a sequel to 2018’s SpiderMan: Into the Spider-Verse and the latest spin on the Marvel Comics superhero, picks up the story of half-Black, half-Latino Miles Morales, voiced by Shameik Moore Pixar’s animated immigrant fable Elemental, which also held last week’s No.

As the first and only Filipina to receive the distinction in the field of cinema (and joining Oscar-winning Actress Michelle Yeoh in Southeast Asia), Diño’s achievements have elevated and uplifted the Philippine film industry in the last six years in the FDCP, most especially in the empowerment and promotion of Philippine Cinema around the world. Her journey, rooted in her background as a classically trained actress, reflects her profound love for the film industry and her commitment life she thought was hers. Upon meeting Miguel (Rayver)—a self-made businessman who exudes green flags for a partner —Hope seems to have found the perfect guy. But as they become closer, long-kept secrets begin to surface.

The Cheating Game is a feverish, deep dive into the psyche of two individuals who react differently to betrayal. It also unveils how work plays out in a social media hub that moonlights as a troll factory.

The film packs a powerhouse cast that includes Martin del Rosario, Winwyn Marquez, Yayo Aguila, Candy Pang-

2 spot, earned $18.4 million, bringing its total to $65 million. Warner Bro.’s The Flash took the third spot, earning $15.2 million a week after it opened at number one, bringing its boxoffice war chest to $87.6 million so far. No Hard Feelings, Sony’s R-rated offering starring Jennifer Lawrence, debuted this weekend in fourth place. Amid the spin-offs and sequels dominating the box office this weekend, Para mount’s Transformers: Rise of the Beasts brought in $11.6 million, for fifth place. AFP to advancing its growth and impact. ilinan, Phi Palmos, Thea Tolentino, and Paolo Contis. Also included in the cast are Charm Aranton, Jose Sarasola, Charlize Ruth Reyes, Roce Ordoñez, Aaron Maniego, Andrea So, Ida Sabido, Evan Tan, Roi Oriondo, Bernadette Anne Morales, and Felds Cabagting

During her tenure as Chairperson and CEO of the FDCP, Diño played a pivotal role in fostering film cooperation between the Philippines and France. Under her leadership, Diño achieved numerous milestones through her collaboration with the Centre National du Cinéma et de l’image animée (CNC), France’s National Agency for Cinema and audiovisual works. This collaboration resulted in a series of impactful initiatives, from strengthening the participation of Filipino films and filmmakers on the global stage to bringing French experts to the Philippines for policy discussions.

Directed by best-selling author Rod Marmol, with the original story by Shao Masula, The Cheating Game sheds light on various red flags in relationships and the different stages of grief after betrayal. It also presents a more mature, relatable, and realistic side to modern-day dating.

BROADWAY World, Aliw Awards winner, and Awit Awards nominee Tim Pavino celebrates his 10th year in the local entertainment industry. His latest recording releases are the singles “We Were 16,” “No More You and I,” his third album, Dreams, and a special collaboration with Kadasig, “Hanggang sa Huli,” written by Jude Gitamondoc for the victims on the COVID-19 pandemic.

In 2019, on the centennial of the first Philippine President Emilio Aguinaldo, Tim played the esteemed title role in Repertory Philippines’ musical, Miong Tim’s other memorable theater credits include Ateneo Blue Repertory’s Next To Normal (2020), Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group’s Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (2019), Side Show (2018), Matilda (2017, and Jersey Boys: The Story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons (2016).

Coming from The Voice Philippines under Team Lea Salonga and a recording artist at ABS-CBN Star Music under Stages management, Tim started his humble beginnings in theater in his hometown in Seattle, Washington.

His latest musical collaboration is with award-winning Indonesian songwriter and producer, Ifa Fachir, who started his career as one of the original members of Maliq and d’Essentials

After becoming instant friends during this pandemic, Tim and Ifa came out with a song, “Your Eyes,” with Ifa writing the music and Tim creating the lyrics.

That song marks a rare collaboration between Underdog Music (Philippines) and Sony Music Publishing (Indonesia).

“Your Eyes” aims to uplift hearts, and young and old relationships, with distinct lyrics about the emotions you feel when you gaze into the eyes of your signifi cant other.