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Philippine Showbiz Today
The Predator (PG) ****
Warrior!
Once upon a time, a famous bodybuilder from Austria got one of
his early starring starts in a science fiction laced thriller featuring aliens.
To some, not having Arnold Schwarzenegger in 20th Century Fox’s
The Predator may be pause for concern. Not so. Thanks to a cracking
story full of suspense and humor The Predator is rocking fans at Cine-
plex Cinemas and Landmark Theatres throughout B.C. Don’t miss out!
First-time director to the series, Shane Black, delivers a solid
knockout film. Awesome scenery of this thriller shot in British Co-
lumbia in reality takes a back seat to the story of an American sol-
dier who years earlier encountered an alien creature. Now apparently
somebody or more precisely some thing wants to recover parts of
an abandoned alien body. Heaven help anyone who stand in its way,
Few if any stars populate this visually stunning two-hour joy ride.
Instead we’re left with what is supposed to be a simple smash and
grab mission which turns out to be a monumental fight for survival.
Suspense and thrills coming at a fast and furious make the pacing
here secondary. Legendary special effects make this eventful experi-
ence worthwhile to see. ●
Philippine Canada Trade Council
elects new officers
The new officers of PHILIPPINE CANADA TRADE COUNCIL (PCTC) gathered at Holiday
Inn Hotel in Burnaby, with Dr. Tess Manalo (2nd from left) as the new Chairperson.
September 22 - October 7, 2018
Jan. 22-Feb.7, 2015