February 14, 2012

The 2012 Philippine Movie Line Up: A Pinoy Movie Blogger Sneak Peak on Filipino Mainstream Film Titles This 2012

If you are looking for the 2012 Filipino movie line up, then the quest is over. Pinoy Movie Blogger has scoured the internet to give you the Pinoy movie line up for 2012. When we say scoured the internet, it mainly consists of looking and crossing fingers that there would be some info at various Wiki sites. Luckily there are materials to share. I am just hopeful that they are accurate or would completely push through. So without further ado, these are the film titles of what you may expect from various Filipino Film Studios this 2012.

2012 Filipino Movie Line Up from GMA Films, Regal Films, Star Cinema, and Viva Films




2012 Filipino Movie Line Up
Filipino Film Titles for 2012

My Cactus Heart. A Star Cinema and Skylight Films romantic comedy film under the direction of Enrico Santos starring Maja Salvador, Matteo Guidicelli and Xian Lim with a nationwide theatrical release of January 25, 2012.

A Mother's Story. A Star Cinema and The Filipino Channel family drama film under the direction of John D. Lazatin starring Pokwang, Xyriel Manabat, Rayver Cruz, Nonie Buencamino, Beth Tamayo, and Daria Ramirez with a nationwide theatrical release of January 8, 2012.

Hitman. Viva Films and CM Productions action film under the direction of Cesar Montano starring Cesar Montano, Phillip Salvador, Ricky Davao, Joko Diaz, and Sam Pinto Lim with a nationwide theatrical release of January 25, 2012.

Unofficially Yours. A Star Cinema romantic comedy film under the direction of Cathy Garcia-Molina starring John Lloyd Cruz and Angel Locsin with a nationwide theatrical release of February 15, 2012.

My Kontrabida Girl. A GMA Films romantic comedy film under the direction of Jade Castro starring Aljur Abrenica, Rhian Ramos, Bella Padilla, and Ryza Cenon with a nationwide theatrical release of March 14, 2012.

Corazon: Ang Unang Aswang. A Star Cinema and Skylight Films horror film under the direction of Richard Somes starring Erich Gonzales and Derek Ramsay with a nationwide theatrical release of March 14, 2012.

The Witness. A GMA Films and Indonesia’s Skylar Pictures horror film under the direction of Muhammad Yusuf and screenplay by Beby Hasibuan starring Gwen Zamora, Pierre Gruno, Agung Saga, Kimberly Ryder, Marcelino Lefrandt, Febby Febiola with a nationwide theatrical release of March 21, 2012.

The Mommy Returns. A Regal Films comedy film under the direction of Joel Lamangan and screenplay by Senedy H. Que starring Pokwang, Gabby Concepcion, Ruffa Gutierez, Kiray Celis, Gerald Pesigan, Jillian Ward, and John Lapus with a nationwide theatrical release of May 09, 2012.

Every Breath U Take. A Star Cinema romantic film under the direction of Mae Cruz starring Piolo Pascual and Angelica Panganiban with a nationwide theatrical release of May 16, 2012.

Boy Pick-Up: The Movie. A GMA Films and Regal Films comedy film under the direction of Dominic Zapata starring Ogie Alcasid, Michael V, Dennis Trillo, Boy 2 Quizon, Moymoy Palaboy, Antonio Aquitania, Sam Pinto, and Solenn Heussaff with a nationwide theatrical release of June 6, 2012.

Born to Love You. A Star Cinema and CineMedia romantic film under the direction of Jerome Chavez Pobocan starring Coco Martin, Angeline Quinto, Albert Martinez, Eula Valdez, Malou De Guzman, and Al Tantay with a May 30, 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

Kimmy Dora and The Temple of Kiyeme. A Star Cinema and Spring Films comedy film written by Chris Martinez, under the direction of Joyce Bernal starring Eugene Domingo, Dingdong Dantes, Zanjoe Marudo, Miriam Quiambao, Mura, Ryan Bang, and a special participation of Regine Velasquez and Alodia Gosiengfiao with a tentative June 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

The Healing. A Star Cinema horror film under the direction of Chito S. Roño starring Vilma Santos, Kim Chiu, Janice de Belen, Pokwang, Mark Gil, Martin del Rosario, Cris Villanueva, Daria Ramirez, Carmi Martin, Ces Quesada, and Joel Torre with a nationwide theatrical release of July 25 2012.

The Reunion. A Star Cinema comedy film under the direction of Frasco Mortiz starring Enchong Dee, Xian Lim, Enrique Gil, Kean Cipriano, Cristine Reyes, Jessy Mendiola, Julia Montes, Megan Young, Alodia Gosiengfiao, and Bangs Garcia with a nationwide theatrical release of August 15, 2012.

Just One Summer. A GMA Films and APT entertainment romantic film under the direction of Mac Alejandre starring Julie Anne San Jose, Elmo Magalona, Alice Dixson, Joel Torre, Cherry Pie Picache, Buboy Garovillo, and Gloria Romero with an August 15, 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

Guni-Guni. A Regal Films horror film under the direction of Tara Illenberger starring Lovi Poe, Empress Schuck, Benjamin Alves, James Blanco, Gina Alajar, Neil Ryan Sese, Julia Clarete, Gerarld Pesigan, Ria Garcia with a an August 22, 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

I Do Bidoo Bidoo. A Unitel Productions musical comedy film under the direction of Chris Martinez starring Ogie Alcasid, Eugene Domingo, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Gary Valenciano, Sam Concepcion, and Tippy Dos Santos with an August 25, 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

Amorosa. A Skylight Films production horror film under the direction of Topel Lee starring Angel Aquino, Enrique Gil, Martin Del Rosario and Xyriel Manabat with an August 29, 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

Bwakaw. A Cinemalaya, APT Entertainment, Octobertrain Films, and Star Cinema comedy drama film under the screenplay and direction of Jun Lana starring Eddie Garcia, Beverly Salviejo, Soxy Topacio, Rez Cortez, featuring Princess as "Bwakaw" with a September 5, 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

The Mistress. A Sta Cinema romantic drama film under the direction of Olivia Lamasan starring John Lloyd Cruz, Bea Alonzo, Hilda Koronel, and Ronaldo Valdez with a September 12, 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

Of All the Things. A GMA Films and Viva Films romantic film under the direction of Joyce Bernal starring Regine Velasquez and Aga Muhlach with a nationwide theatrical release of September 26, 2012.

Pridyider. A Regal Films horror film under the direction of Rico Maria Ilarde starring Andi Eigenmann, JM De Guzman, Janice De Belen, Joel Torre, Baron Geisler, Bekimon Introducing Venus Raj with a soon to be announced 2012 theatrical release.

This Guy's in Love with U, Mare. A Star Cinema and Viva Films comedy film under the direction of Wenn V. Deramas starring Vice Ganda, Tony Gonzaga and Luis Manzano along with Edgar Mortiz, Tessie Tomas, Buboy Garovillo, Gladys Reyes, DJ Durano, Karla Estrada, Carla Martinez, with a special participation of Sam Milby with an October 10, 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

TIKTIK: The Aswang Chronicles. A GMA Films horror film under the direction of Erik Matti starring Dingdong Dantes, Joey Marquez, Janice de Belen, Lovi Poe, and Ramon Bautista with an October 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

A Secret Affair. A Viva Films drama film under the direction of Nuel Naval and screenplay by Mel Mendoza - Del Rosario staring Anne Curtis, Derek Ramsay, and Andi Eigenmann along with Jacklyn Jose, Joel Torre and Jackie Lou Blanco with an October 24, 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

Thy Womb. A Center Stage Productions and the Film Development Council of the Philippines drama film written by Henry Burgos and directed by Brillante Mendoza, starring Nora Aunor, Bembol Roco, Lovi Poe, and Mercedes Cabral with an international debut theatrical release in the 69th Venice International Film Festival.

Suddenly It's Magic. A Star Cinema romantic film under the direction of Rory Quintos starring Mario Maurer and Erich Gonzales with an October 31, 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

Six Degrees of Separation from Lilia Cuntapay. a Cinema One Originals biographical comedy-drama film under the direction of Antoinette Jadaone featuring Lilia Cuntapay with an October 31, 2012 limited theatrical re-release.

Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi. a Panoramanila Pictures comedy-drama film under the direction of Dante Nico Garcia starring Angelica Panganiban, Glaiza de Castro, Callum David, Kean Cipriano, Edgar Allan Guzman, Rocco Nacino, Buboy Garovillo, Dominic Roco, Karel Marquez, Tutti Caringal, Eric Tai, Bojong Fernandez, Alchris Galura, Regine Angeles, Boobay, and Jerald Napoles along with the special participation of Cherie Gil and Lou Veloso with a November 07, 2012 limited theatrical release.

24/7 in Love. A Star Cinema romance comedy film under the direction of direction of John-D Lazatin, Mae Czarina Cruz, Frasco Santos Mortiz, and Dado Lomibao with an ensemble cast of Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson, Piolo Pascual, Zaijian Jaranilla, Xyriel Manabat, Maja Salvador, Diether Ocampo, Zanjoe Marudo, Bea Alonzo, Sam Milby, Pokwang, John Lloyd Cruz, Angelica Panganiban, Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo with a November 21, 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

Rigodon. A Viva Films and Reality Entertainment romance thriller film under the direction of Erik Matti, screenplay by Layetta Bucoy and Dwight Gaston, which stars Yam Yam Concepcion (new Viva Sex Goddess), John James Uy and Maxene Eigenmann with a November 21, 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers…Weh!?. An APT Entertainment and M-Zet TV Production Inc. comedy film under the direction of Soxie Topacio starring Jose Manalo, Wally Bayola, Paolo Ballesteros, Powang, and Solenn Heausaff with Gina Pareño, Tirso Cruz III, and Michael De Mesa with a November 28, 2012 nationwide theatrical release.

El Presidente. A Scenema Concept International and Viva Films historical bio-epic film written and directed by Mark Meily starring E.R. Ejercito, Cesar Montano, Christopher de Leon, Nora Aunor, and Christine Reyes with a December 25, 2012 nationwide theatrical release. An official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (38th Metro Manila Film Festival)

Shake, Rattle and Roll 14. A Regal Films horror anthology film directed by Chito Rono starring an ensemble casts including Lovi Poe, Vhong Navarro, Dennis Trillo, Paulo Avelino, Mart Escudero, Janice De Belen, Herbert Bautista, and Arlene Muhlach with a December 25, 2012 nationwide theatrical release. An official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (38th Metro Manila Film Festival)

Si Agimat Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako. An OctoArts Films, M-Zet Productions, Imus Productions, APT Entertainment, and GMA Films comedy family fantasy film directed by Tony Y. Reyes starring Vic Sotto, Bong Revilla, Jr. and Judy Ann Santos, along with Jose Manalo, Wally Bayola, Gwen Zamora, Sam Pinto, John Lapus, and Amy Perez with a December 25, 2012 nationwide theatrical release. An official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (38th Metro Manila Film Festival)

The Strangers. A Star Cinema, Quantum Films, and MJM Productions Inc. horror film under the direction of Lawrence Fajardo and written by Joji Alonso starring Julia Montes, Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, JM De Guzman, Cherry Pie Picache, Janice De Belen, Jaime Fabregas, and Johnny Revilla with a December 25, 2012 nationwide theatrical release. An official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (38th Metro Manila Film Festival)

One More Try. A Star Cinema romance drama film under the direction of Ruel Santos Bayani starring Angelica Panganiban, Dingdong Dantes, Zanjoe Marudo and Angel Locsin with a December 25, 2012 nationwide theatrical release. An official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (38th Metro Manila Film Festival)



Take note that these movie projects are in production, the titles, cast and directors are subjected to change. There is also a good possibility that some of these projects might eventually be shelved and pushed back for a later release date or even totally be canceled. What is only certain are the titles with an exact release date and official trailer which were also reviewed here at Pinoy Movie Blogger. The list will be regularly updated mostly on latest Pinoy film trailer releases, so check this page out more often.

Seeing the line up of Filipino movies this 2012, what titles are you generally excited for? What 2012 Filipino movies will you definitely watch or pass when they come out in Philippine theaters nationwide (even abroad)? Share your thoughts about the 2012 Filipino movie line up in the comments section below: