T2; A Maricel Soriano movie- filmed at the enchanted island of SAMAR

EXHAUSTION and stress will not thwart the high level of enthusiasm of Diamond Star Maricel Soriano in filming her new horror movie "T-2" under Star Cinema.

Maricel shared that it's been a long time since she did a horror film, which is why she is so much fueled to give her best in every scene.

"I am so happy with this film. The concept is so unique. I love what I am doing and every scene makes me elated and amazed!" she said.

Maricel said her taping days are getting more and more stressful, yet she is so inspired to work and look forward to her next shooting schedule. "Minsan talaga naluluha na ako sa pagod pero masaya ako sa movie kaya kahit anong pagod kinakaya ko talaga."

"Alam mo pag matutulog ako, walang biro, magbilang ka ng 'one, two, three, tulog ako... pag-gising ko hindi ako gumalaw. Pero pag-nakatulog na ako parang wala lang trabaho na ulit, kuwentuhan na, masaya talaga," she shared.

Reunion with Direk Chito

Aside from eagerness to do another horror movie, another thing that drives Maricel in executing her role impeccably is her reunion with Chito Roño, one of her favorite film directors.

"'Yung style ni Direk Chito nang-gugulat yan bigla ka nalang magugulat. Ang ganda-ganda, nasho-shock kaming lahat. Ang galing niya talaga. Pag-nagbebriefing kami nun Diyos ko nakanganga talaga ako," the multi-awarded actress related.

Maricel's relationship with Direk Chito transcends beyond work. Their friendship makes it easier for them to work in one project together as they create a cozy working place.

"Marami nga siyang (Direk Chito) ginagawa. Nung minsan ginanyan (surprise) na naman niya ako 'bakit ba kailangan mo akong gulatin ng ganyan!' Tawa siya nang tawa muntik na siyang maihi sa kakatawa sa akin. Ang hilig niya akong paglaruan. Pang-motivate niya sa akin tawa siya ng tawa," she said.

"Mahusay siya talaga at tsaka hindi predictable yun mga eksena niya dito sa 'T-2'," the Diamond Star said.

"T-2" which means "Tenement-2" is a story of a young child (Mica dela Cruz) who lost her parents. She then meets Claire (Maricel), who is a woman who is falling out of love with her husband (Derek Ramsay).

Claire works in a travel agency until a certain incident changes her life and be tasked of mission for the society.

"Horror ito with a heart," Maricel said describing her film but then refused to elaborate further as they are not yet allowed to reveal much about their movie.

"Hindi ko masyadong makuwento ng todo dahil magi-give away and even if I tell you it's so different when you watch it because of the execution. Supposed to be the script is very simple but the execution is fantastic!" she related.

Maricel disclosed that they already finished about 50 percent of the film which they shot in various places across Luzon.

When asked if she had a creepy experience while shooting, she said: "Wala pa naman but the way you execute the scene kikilabutan ka. Alam mo dumating pa nga ako sa kilabot na naiiyak ako, sa takot. Kasi kapag sinilip mo sa monitor eerie yung eksena."

"T-2" will be the fifth movie of Maricel with Direk Chito. The last four films that they did were "Minsan lang kitang Iibigin," "Separada," "Dahas," and "Nasaan ang Puso."

Certified Kapamilya

Maricel is part of the 15 years of success of ABS-CBN's film arm Star Cinema.

She made a string of successful movies with Star Cinema and had proven to be a loyal Kapamilya as she formally extended her loyalty in her mother network after signing the contract for "T-2" movie.

Although her contract with ABS-CBN or Star Cinema has no exclusivity, she continuously showing gratitude to the network that honed her acting skills.

"Siyemre nakakatuwa, dahil hindi nila (Star Cinema) ako nakakalimutan. Kaya nagpapasalamat ako palagi sa opportunidad na ibinibigay nila na makagawa ulit ng makabuluhang pelikula para sa mga manonood," Maricel said with a big smile on her face.

She commended Star Cinema's long years in making blockbuster and exceptional movies.

With her contract renewal, Maricel meanwhile said she will now carefully choose the projects she will be doing and consider her interest first. Projects that will inspire her are on top of her list.

"It's an honor to work with Star Cinema. I enjoy working with them for several years now and for me all movies that I did with them were all memorable," she said.

Aside from "T-2" Maricel shared that she already finished taping her upcoming television series "Susan Roces Collections: Florinda" which is also a horror project.

CRAZY EAST WINGERS...

MHC-EAST WING - This is my unit in one of the tertiary hospital's here in Davao. This unit actually caters to pre and post operative cardiovascular surgeries and other clean cardiac cases.

Stress and pressures may probably be usual in every work place but we surely know how to have fun. And fun that is, despite our hectic schedules as super nurses on our areas we make it sure we don't forget to show that we are human nurses, not the robot ones; like those that US brags as their advancement in the field of medical technology.

And how academic can we become.... just see it for your self. check the pics!

jejejeje...

EVIBE' - one of Davao's G-mik spot!

EVIBE- used to be a a place for the ballroom enthusiast, which is why I was surprised when a friend of mine invited me to go there. What in the world are we going to do in the middle of a ballroom dance floor???

But when we entered the bar, it turned out that it's no longer a ballroom bar for people who usually have high concentrations of low density lipoproteins in their systems... jejejeje.. highly academic!

Nice sounds; mixture of upbeat r n b, great crowd, cool fixture and very very cold redhorses! Great combo huh'... The place is by far one of the nicest here in Davao to shrug off some stress, and pressure stains from work and from the work other than what you regularly do in the offices... jejeje.

So I happpen to have a very good time with my good and very wonderful friends. Stucked up massive doses of beer in my belly, taken some peanuts (very good for the uric acid..)and getting sober for the whole night. But was I having fun?

I certainly had.

QUESTION - Where is Mount Calvary?

Since the lenten season is already over and all of us have had retreats and soul searching, I'd like to think that most of us has become a better person. While I was thinking of the whole celebration of the lenten, one thing strucked on my mind. Where in the globe is MOUNT CALVARY?

A gospel song refers to a hill called Mount Calvary, but the Gospels never say, "Mount Calvary." Some Bible versions translate the place where Jesus was crucified to be the Aramaic word Golgotha, meaning the Place of the Skull. Others translate it as the Latin word Calvary. Luke 23:33 says, "And when they had come to the place called Calvary, there they crucified Him, and the criminals, one on the right hand and the other on the left" (NKJV).

Jesus was crucified on Mount Calvary. According to John 19:20, it was near Jerusalem. Hebrews 13:11-13 (based on Leviticus 16:27) explained that, while the animal's blood was sprinkled in the Holy of Holies on the Day of Atonement, most of the animal was burned outside the camp. Jesus likewise was crucified outside the city in a maelstrom of activities over a six-hour period, with everything focused on Him.

Calvary (originally known as "Golgotha" meaning: "place of the skull") is the English-language name given to the hill on which Jesus was crucified. The word “Calvary” comes into the English Bible only from the King James Version (Luke 23:33). The hill is described as being outside Jerusalem, but its actual location is still debated. The Roman Empire typically crucified criminals along roadways so that they would be widely seen by the population to deter criminal behavior. The crucifixion hill by Jerusalem was known in Latin as Calvariae Locus, in Greek as Κρανιου Τοπος (Kraniou Topos) and Gûlgaltâ in Aramaic. While all of these terms mean "place of [the] skull," it is not clear whether they refer to a hill containing a pile of skulls, or to a geographic feature resembling a skull.

Now, where exactly was that???

My brother's pup is a lot more goodlooking than he is... blleeehh!

This is the most handsome prince I had ever laid my eyes on - Prince Roth Sake. (ehem.. that's my brother's dog)The other picture is my bro. He's been in US for I don't know how many years already and obviously a lot of happening have been going on in as far as his travel is concern,yeah I know this guy he can't stay put in one place only. He is by the true essence of the word a true blooded, itchy-footed homo sapien.

Actually he worked first in New England, I think the place was North Hampshire, nyaah not really certain of that though.But, for some mysterious reasons he transferred to US (after he had all the exams passed ofcourse!) Now he's in Ohio, Cleaveland working as a theater nurse in one of the hospitals there.

Why am I writing this? Well, he's actually promised to send me one of his mobile phones and there isn't any sign of it yet! Grrrrrr....

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - that's where I will be... hopefully.

I have long been waiting for the decision of the hospital where I applied in Abu Dhabi for my trasfer in their institution as a nurse. I know it definitely wont be easy to leave some important persons here in the Philipppines but I guess that's just how life works. You win some, you lose some.

I have so many apprehensions really as to my decision of going out of the country for a greener pasture but then again if you'll try to weigh things out I know this decision will really help me a lot in terms of improving the kind of living we are having today.

A friend of my brother is actually working in United Arab Emirates already. And based on feed backs I think it's worth the risk. I happen to grab some of his pix and guess what, I realized that the place could be a great travel destination. Check the pix! Have Fun!

ISLA RETA - too good to stay at the back...

I once had the chance to make some spooky adventure in one of the many resorts in IGACOS (Island Garden City of Samal, that is..)

The resort I was talking about wass Isla Reta Resort. This resort is actually located at Talikud island. Talikud is a Cebuano term of the “back”, it is so because Talikud island can be seen at the back of Samal island.

There are quite a few restaurants to choose from on this resort so you will never get bored with the dining options. However, it is advisable that you bring your own food. The price is around 50% more than the city rates, maybe because people have no other place to get the food in the area. You can have bountiful lunch at the provided tables with your family and friends.

You can also enjoy strolling to the rocky portion of the island, it has more coral and fish compared to other public areas. With your snorkeling gear, you can witness the young coral and the various marine life living there. Sea urchins present on the beach might spoiled your fun, just keep your feet away from them.

The seashore of Isla Reta beach resort holds a potent lure for the sun bathers. You can either sleep on tent, on small huts, or in a hammock hang in between the trees for relaxing afternoon siesta.

The Isla Reta is behind a small village, still, there are regular trips for tourists and travelers up to 3pm. It only takes a ten-minute boat ride to reach Samal Island, plus it takes around 30 to 45 minutes trip to Talikud island.