The Boy Foretold by the Stars: Of Destiny, First Love, and First Heartbreak

 

It is always nice to look back on our yester years in highschool where we experienced our first crush, first love, first heartbreak and The Boy Foretold by the Stars brought us back in those days with their story that is so relatable not just for the LGBT community, but for all. 

The Boy Foretold by the Stars tells the story of Dominic (Adrian), queer, achiever, and a student leader who doesn’t believe in destiny but after visiting a fortune teller his destiny is bound to unfold. He then meet Luke (Keann) straight, athletic, and well he’s quite problematic when it comes to love and his studies. The two met in the boot camp and from there destiny unfolds and first love bloomed. 

The movie runs for almost or more than 1 hour and 45 minutes, and what I liked about it is that in that span of time there were lots of things that happened, Direk Dolly didn’t leave any gray area in the movie all of what the audiences needed to see and to know were all given in that span of time, no questions were left, nobody was left hanging, no what if's, all are served in that 105 minutes, I felt like I watched a full blown BL Series compressed in a movie. 

Story wise, it’s an A for me. That moment the movie started I was immediately hooked, there were no dull moments, it was a feel good movie that you’ll just find yourself smiling on every scene and relate yourself to it. It was a different approach a bit far from the traditional BL stories I've seen, it was more relatable, well I guess Highschool is that part of our lives that hone us to who we are today. 

About the two leads, Adrian Lindayag delivered a magnificent job in this movie hands down he nailed this one and hopefully there will be more. Meanwhile, Keann Johnson was a revelation and for a newbie he really did a really great job in this movie hopefully he will be given more projects in the future. 

I just love how Adrian, Keann, and the movie made us feel that feeling of first love, highschool life, and as well as our first heartbreak too. 

The Boy Foretold by the Stars is the best movie to end your 2020 and start your 2021. 

A Guide To TikTok: How To Get Started on the App in 2021

 

It's never too late to start using TikTok! What was once perceived as an app only for Gen Z has evolved into a community for all ages. No matter how old you are, you can have just as much fun on TikTok. The TikTok community embraces users of all ages, and provides never-ending entertainment for all.

Tech savvy or not, it's easy for anyone to learn how to use TikTok. If you're new to the app or simply want to learn more about it, this easy-to-follow guide can help you navigate and quickly get started on TikTok this new year.

About the app's interface

When you open TikTok, you will see that the app is divided into two main feeds - For You and Following. On the For You feed, you will see recommended videos that you might like. The Following feed shows you the videos of people that you choose to follow on the app.

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As you watch videos on your feed, you will notice that each one has a series of icons on the right side of the screen. Here is what each of them mean, from top to bottom:

• Profile - Tap this when you want to view the profile of the user who posted the video.
  

• Favorite - This looks like a heart, and tapping on it adds the video to your favorites.
  

• Comment - You can use to leave comments and reactions on a video.
  

• Share - Use this icon, which looks like an arrow pointing to the right, to share the video on other platforms.
  

• Song - The spinning record at the bottom right of the screen represents the song or sound clip that's playing in the video. Tap on it to see details about the song.
  

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Creating your own content

Posts on TikTok must be at least five seconds, and a maximum of 60 seconds long. To record a video or upload videos from your phone gallery, tap the plus sign found at the bottom of the screen.

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You can edit videos within the app, and add transitions, filters, special effects, and music, to make your content more fun to watch.

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Exploring hashtags

Tap Discover, found on the lower portion of your screen, to view trending hashtags on the app. Here, you can get a lot of ideas for your own content, including the best hashtag challenges to join.

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Notifications

The Notifications or Inbox icon is found at the bottom of your home screen. Tap on it to see who liked or commented on your videos.

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Now that you've learned the basics, it's time to explore and enjoy the app for yourself! Download TikTok on your iOS and Android devices today to get started.

The Missing: The Perfect Horror Film To Wrap Up 2020

2020 is not much of a year in movies, especially in the horror genre, but The Missing surely served its purpose successfully as the only horror entry in the Metro Manila Film Festival line up. It has the traditional jump scares and offers eerie sequences for that whole-package terrifying experience you are looking for in a horror film. Though it is supposed to be released in April as part of the first ever MMFF Summer edition, its postponement to a Christmas day launch is a great move as it is the most ideal gift for horror film enthusiasts this holiday season.

The ensemble cast excellently clicked together. Ritz Azul and Joseph Marco as the film’s front liner impressively played their role very well and has that immense connection to each other. Miles Ocampo as Len, who is surprisingly part of the main cast too, unfortunately had less screen time even though her role is technically important to the flow of the narrative. The only child in the film, Aki, could have pulled off a local version of The Grudge film franchise’s Toshio Saeki because of his face features and sinister movements similar to this Japanese horror icon if only given enough emphasis. While the ghosts or the spirits, physically speaking, are frightening enough, it can still be improved in terms of makeup and prosthetics for a more realistic appeal.

Overall, The Missing sure is a good horror film. More than the brilliant cinematography that showcases Saga, Japan like no other, it is a classic horror offering this holiday season from Regal Entertainment. Although it has a bit laggard storytelling, small details that are significant but not given seriousness, and there are literally ‘missing’ pieces throughout its entire runtime, the movie still wraps up flawlessly and fine. It is a unique set apart from the traditional Shake Rattle and Roll scares but maintains the Regal Entertainment loyalty in telling a horror masterpiece.

Fate brings Adrian Lindayag & Keann Johnson together in “The Boy Foretold By The Stars”

 

Adrian Lindayag and Keann Johnson, two of the most talented rising stars in the country today, play the leads in the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2020 romantic comedy “The Boy Foretold By The Stars.”

Adrian is a stage performer who was a mainstay of the iconic late night variety show “Walang Tulugan” hosted and produced by the renowned German “Kuya Germs” Moreno. Among Adrian’s notable projects include ABS-CBN’s top-rating afternoon teleserye “Kadenang Ginto” and the blockbuster stage musical “Rak of Aegis.” Currently, Adrian can be seen in the TV 5 sitcom “Oh My Dad” with Ian Veneracion and Dimples Romana.

Keann, meanwhile, is a model who has appeared in commercials and TV shows.

Adrian and Keann get the biggest breaks of their careers in “The Boy Foretold By The Stars” produced by Clever Minds, Inc. of actress Jodi Sta. Maria and her partners, The Dolly Collection and Brainstormers Lab. In this feature directorial debut of writer-director Dolly Dulu, Keann and Adrian play Luke and Dominic, respectively — both students at an exclusive boys’ school.

“Luke is an athletic, boy-next-door, introverted type of guy,” Keann says of his role. “He’s very mysterious. Once you get to know him, you’ll end up falling in love with him.”

Adrian discloses that his character Dominic is outgoing and studious.  He says, “Dominic is a senior high school student. He is an achiever. He is a student leader. Very logical ang personality niya. Straight ‘A’ student. Ambitious siya.”

Luke and Dominic develop a special relationship after meeting at a school retreat called Journey With The Lord.

Fans of the boys love (BL) and rom-com genres will be happy to know that “The Boy Foretold By The Stars” has a lot to offer: a kilig story with a heartwarming message, moving performances of the good-looking cast and topnotch production values. “Our movie was shot and created even before the recent BL hype,” says Adrian. “Nakunan namin siya at natapos before the pandemic. Kaya sobra naming swerte wala kaming restricitons. Ang dami naming talents. Pwede kaming mag-shoot kahit saan.”

 The rom-com features big scenes and breathtaking locations, one of which was a scene shot in a field filled with numerous lights. “The mounting, the quality of our film… it’s really a visual treat,” says Direk Dolly.

 

It’s really a big film with an important message, says co-producer Derrick Cabrido of Clever Minds, Inc. “Noong napunta sa amin ang materyal na ito, almost tapos na ang pelikula. When we saw the material, we already saw yung potential ng product…. Sa dami ng nangyari sa atin this year, we deserve a movie like ‘The Boy Foretold by the Stars’ na light and we can learn from.” 

“The Boy Foretold By The Stars” won 3 awards, including 2nd Best Picture, at the recently concluded Metro Manila Film Festival 2020 Gabi ng Parangal.

It is still streaming worldwide at UpStream.ph. Go to bit.ly/BoyForetold to buy ticket. Click “Pay” to get your ticket to GMovies.ph, the partner ticketing site. Click “Create an Account” if you don’t have a GMovies account yet. Click “Stream Now" to watch. For details and updates, like and follow The Boy Foretold By The Stars on Facebook & Twitter and follow @clevermindsinc on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Ultimate Gray + Illuminating: Pantone Color of the Year for 2021 Spotted on TikTok!

Ultimate Gray + Illuminating: Pantone Color of the Year for 2021 Spotted on TikTok!

Feast on your eyes on visually satisfying TikTok videos that showcase the gorgeous Pantone Colors of the Year for 2021 - Ultimate Gray and Illuminating.

Ever since 2000, the Pantone Color Institute has forecasted a Color of the Year that will best resemble current events and trends in our global culture in the year to come. For 2021, instead of just a single choice, they have announced two Colors of the Year, the neutral Ultimate Gray and bright yellow Illuminating, symbolizing enduring strength and uplifting hope.

On their website, The Pantone Color Institute Executive Director, Leatrice Eiseman stated that "The union of an enduring Ultimate Gray with the vibrant yellow Illuminating expresses a message of positivity supported by fortitude. Practical and rock solid but at the same time warming and optimistic, this is a color combination that gives us resilience and hope."

In celebration of the newly-announced colors for 2021, take a look at these 5 visually-satifying videos from TikTok that feature both beautiful hues.

Here's a stop-motion video of a Color of the Year-themed baby gift.

 

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These beautiful gray interiors can be used as inspiration when you want to incorporate the Color of the Year into your home.

 

https://www.tiktok.com/@imkarymald/video/6902874191670840582

The Color of the Year is often reflected in annual fashion trends, too. Check out this family on Tiktok, all dressed in vibrant yellow.

 

https://www.tiktok.com/@nigelclarketv/video/6853456455283002630

Here's a monochromatic painting that's a great way to showcase gray hues through art.

 

https://www.tiktok.com/@jasmine.ghuman03/video/6795505563854736642

Each new year, just like every bright yellow sunrise, holds the promise of a brand new beginning. 

 

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How do you plan to incorporate the Pantone Color of the Year into your homes, outfits, and lives? Show us on TikTok! Download the app on your iOS and Android devices today to get started.

Anjo Damiles: Fitness and Fast Talk

Social Media is where the hottest guys are found and well undeniably Anjo Damiles is one of those guys that I can say is consistently hot, he has been serving his followers a dose of hot shirtless selfies in his teenage years up until now.  

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He also became one of Bench Body's main guy back in 2018, who would've thought that this guy next door and with that pretty boy looks would appear in billboards, advertisements, catalogues, and even walk in a huge fashion show wearing just a tiny underwear. 

But how does Anjo Damiles maintain his physique and good looks? 

How do you keep yourself fit?  

"I workout everyday, naglalagay lang ako ng mat dito sa labas ng bahay may TRX (suspension workout equipment) naman kami dito, pwede magworkout ng hapon, umaga, gabi, tapos tamang diet lang."

Do you have any diet?  

"Steamed fish, gulay, puro protein without rice"

Favorite Workout Routine?  

"Full Body, yan favorite work out ko, so from shoulders down (legs) yan lagi ang work out ko hindi ako nagmimissed out, may mga araw na nagfofocus ako sa chest tsaka back lalo na sa abs kasi yun ang pinaka mahirap na ibalik lalo na ngayon lalo na kapag walang weights." 

Sexiest Part of your body?  

"Mata, kasi kahit di ka nagsasalita yung mata yung gumagawa nun para sayo" 

Part of your body that needs improvement?  

"Upper body ko from Chest, Arms, Back, pati Abs." 

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We got a bonus part, we did some fast talk with Anjo and here are his answers ;) 

Acting or Singing:

Singing

Pants or Shorts:

Shorts

Boots or Sneakers:

Sneakers

Beach or Mountains: 

Beach

Day or Night:

Night

Morena or Mestiza:

Mestiza

Butt or Boobs: 

"Pwede Both?"

Boxers or Briefs:

"Boxers"

Lights On or Off: 

"Dim, para nagkakakitaan pa din"

Shaved or Not:

"Shaved or Trim lang"