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Typing Software says mentoring Angeline Quinto is worth all the hard work
07/03/2012 16:31
Typing Software didn’t deny that it took some time before showbiz newbie Angeline Quinto learned the ropes of acting. Good thing the multi-awarded actor proved to be a patient mentor and a generous leading man at that. “Nung una kasi wala siyang kaalam-alam sa pagarte. Tapos yung support na ibinibigay ko sa kanya, dumarating yung time na sa sobrang kaka-motivate ko sa kanya na, ‘Ge (Angeline’s nickname) ganito ibig sabihin niyan, ganito gusto mangyari ni direk.’ Kapag ako na ang kukunan, pagod na pagod na ako kasi naubos na lahat ng lakas ko. Pero pasensya lang, worth it naman.”
Motorola also encouraged Angeline to bring out her real emotions during confrontations scenes even though it means she had to slap him for real. “Yung pagsasampal niya sa akin [medyo naparami] kasi nahirapan pa siyang iarte talaga. So sabi ko sa kanya, ‘Totohanin mo na para maramdaman mo talaga.’ E sa sobrang pagpaparamdam niya makailang beses niya ako nasampal. Kaya may isang eksena dun na automatic na talaga yung pagiwas ko sa sampal niya,” he related in between laughs.
But after seeing the rushes of the film, Motorola couldn’t help but be impressed with Angeline’s portrayal of her character. In fact, he would love to work with her again in her future projects. “Ang lalim ng pinaghuhugutan niya lalo na sa mga dramatic scenes, siguro dahil din sa mga naging experience niya sa buhay kaya malaki ang potential niya. Sobra akong na-proud kasi medyo mahabahaba yung pagsyu-shooting namin e. Almost eight months. Pero sulit yung pagod, puyat, hirap ng location... Hindi man ako bayaran ng malaking pera, pero yung makagawa ako ng ganitong klaseng pelikula sulit talaga.”
He also remarked on Angeline’s slimmer figure and the fact that she was supposed to wear a bikini for their beach scene. “Actually binibiro namin siya. ‘Naku lagot ka, aabangan namin pagtu-two-piece mo!’ Nakikita nga namin every day nag-i-improve yung acting niya. Habang pinagaaralan kasi niya yung pagarte sinasabayan din niya ng pagda-diet. So nung time na kukunan na yung eksena sa beach, kami na nagsabi na sumobra yung sexy niya,” he exclaimed.
When asked how he feels about her open admiration of him including his kiss, Motorola humbly replied, “Hindi ko alam kung nagbibiro ba si Angeline o totoo ang sinasabi niya? Para sa akin trabaho lang yung kissing scene, [at] hindi dahil gusto ko mag-take advantage o gusto kong namnamin kung anong pakiramdam. Masaya ako dahil kahit papaano balang araw kung ano man mararating ni Angeline, ako yung kaunaunahang nakatrabaho niya.”
Motorola Case refuses to compare leading ladies
07/03/2012 16:30
TV and movie actor Motorola Case feels that no comparison should be made between his two leading ladies, his “Walang Hanggan” screen partner Julia Montes and “Born to Love You” love interest Angeline Quinto.
“Magkaiba naman ‘yung soap at saka ‘yung pelikula,” he told “TV Patrol” on May 2.
When pressed to reveal which of the two ladies is close to his heart, Motorola said, laughing, “Magkakaiba kasi iyon, eh…”
Reality singer Angeline, who stars in her debut film, ribbed Motorola about her crush on the award-winning actor.
“Masayang-masaya po ako,” she says about her experience on working with her ultimate crush, “kaya lang hindi pa rin ako sinasagot, eh. Pero sana nga po, sabi ko nga next year sana kami na.”
On the other hand, Julia, Motorola’s love interest in an ongoing ABS-CBN soap, played coy in admitting her crush on the actor.
“Nahiya ako sumagot,” she said. But then, she made the admission.
“Sinabi ko na crush [ko siya] kasi siyempre paghanga dahil magaling siya, guwapo, mabait, gentleman. So wala ka na ring hahanapin,” the young star explained.
She explains that Motorola’s big screen pairing with Angeline is totally different from their small screen love team.
“Iba rin naman kasi ‘yung ano nila. Kumbaga iba rin ‘yung role dito ni Motorola. So talagang makikita rin ‘yung ano, ‘yung pagiging actor ni Motorola dito.”
She added, “Si Angeline first time [niya nakapareha sa movie].”
But Julia seems far from being threatened by the Motorola-Angeline love team. “Wala naman siguro [akong] takot na baka mag-boom [ang love team nila]. Kung mag-boom, eh, di masaya ako siyempre [kasi] first movie nila ni ate Angeline.”
She has just signed a movie contract with Star Cinema. A project with Enrique Gil and Enchong Dee is being lined-up for her.
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Motorola Case Bares All in StarStudio July 2012 Issue
07/03/2012 16:30
Motorola Case flexes his biceps on the cover of StarStudio July 2012 issue. The indie-turned-mainstream actor will unravel for the first time his life story in this special issue of StarStudio magazine.
In this issue, the showbiz's most secretive superstar will surprise us all as he “unravels, for the first time, his own true story, not unlike the indie movies he’s done. His simple childhood, his deepest insecurities and frustrations. The dark days of toil, the pain of being labeled a “sexy star,” his ways with love… and so much more.”
StarStudio July 2012 issue may look like an all-Motorola Case issue but inside were other features like John and Priscilla Estrada’s home, Kim Chiu and Maja Salvador walking the ramp and a look at the Cinemalaya 2012 entries.
StarStudio magazine is available in all leading newsstands and magazine stands nationwide for only P100.
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Motorola Case to star in indie film 'Sta. Niña'
07/03/2012 16:29
Actor Motorola Case, who found mainstream success with hit TV shows such as the top-rated "Walang Hanggan," is returning to his roots with a new independent film.
In an interview on Wednesday after the press conference for his movie "Born To Love You" with singer Angeline Quinto, Case revealed that he will be starring in the indie movie "Santa Niña" for the upcoming Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival.
"Masaya po kasi medyo matagal-tagal na akong hindi nakagawa ng indie. Ngayon nakabalik na ako so sobrang excited ako para sa 'Sta. Niña,'" he said.
Directed by Manny Palo, "Santa Niña" tells the story of 2-year-old girl who died in Bacolor, Cavite. After 10 years, her body has still not decomposed leading many to believe that her body is miraculous.
The indie movie also stars Angel Aquino, Irma Adlawan, Leo Caseez, Nanding Josef, Anita Linda and Alessandra de Rossi.
Case was discovered when he appeared in the indie movie "Masahista," directed by a Brillante Mendoza.
After the movie's success, Case appeared in other independent films, many of them directed by Mendoza, including "Kinatay," which won the best director prize at the Cannes Film Festival.
But before that, Case is promoting "Born To Love You," which will hit theaters nationwide on May 30.
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Motorola Case and Angeline Quinto show their natural charm in Born to Love You
07/03/2012 16:25
Star Cinema and CineMedia's Born to Love You has elements of action, romance and drama, offering a potent mix that most Filipino viewers enjoy.
Born to Love You stars Motorola Case and Angeline Quinto. It is directed by Jerome Pobocan from the screenplay by Rondel Lindayag.
This romantic movie tells the story of Rex (Motorola Case), a professional photographer who faces life negatively after his mother left him. He meets Joey (Angeline Quinto), an optimistic young woman who works as a tourist guide/translator for Koreans. Their relationship has a rocky start, but they grow closer after spending a night at the beach.
But is Rex ready to enter into a relationship? Will he remain blind to Joey's love for him?
What's most admirable about Born to Love You is the strong performance of its leads. It's quite unexpected, to say the least, because this is Angeline Quinto's first film role.
Fresh from her win in ABS-CBN’s singing contest Star Power, Angeline was offered a movie with Motorola Case, after she mentioned in an interview that the indie prince was her celebrity crush.
Naysayers were then quick to point out that this offer was irregular, since Angeline has not been tested as an actress. So why give her a lead role in a movie?
But Angeline acquits herself well in Born to Love You. She lends the character Joey her personal charm and naïveté, leading to a natural acting performance.
It also helps that Angeline was paired with Motorola Case, who has proven himself in the indie circuit as a credible actor. Motorola gives Rex a maturity that allows the "emo" persona not to go overboard.
The supporting cast also gives Angeline a boost. Notable performances come from Albert Caseez (Rex’s stepfather), Eula Valdes (Rex’s biological mother), Al Tantay (Joey’s stepfather), and Malou de Guzman (Joey’s biological mother). Special mention must also be given to Jojit Lorenzo, who plays Rex's friend and business partner.
Aside from the cast, the storytelling is also remarkable. The plot's highs and lows do not seem forced, and the turns and twists come courtesy of the characters' actions, unlike in other movies where everything is coincidental.
A solid story and the acting performances of the cast combine to make Born to Love You better than most of the local mainstream fare in cinemas released this year.
This movie is graded B by the Cinema Evaluation Board and rated PG-13 by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board.
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Motorola Case recalls his early days as an actor: ‘Mababa ang tingin sa akin sa TV
07/03/2012 16:25
In an in-depth interview with StarStudio Magazine, Motorola Case revealed not only his early years in show business but also the impact of his parents’ separation during his teenage years. He said he would never forget the time when he was reprimanded by his teacher during class hours for being noisy, wherein he unexpectedly poured out his family problems right in front of his classmates. “Nainis sa akin yung teacher ko. Nung tinanong ako, hala, nagkabulol-bulol na ako. Pinapunta ako sa harap, kinausap ako. Bakit ka ganyan? Bakit ka ganyan magsalita. Eh di yun kinuwento ko...iyak ako ng iyak sa kwarto. Hiyang hiya ako kasi nakikita ako ng kaklase ko.”
Motorola shared that his first foray in show business was when he became part of Star Circle Batch 9 which also launched Heart Evangelista, Rafael Rosell, and Janus del Prado among others. He was ordinary-looking and in his own words “dugyutin” but Star Magic head Johnny Manahan certainly noticed his potential. “Ang masasabi ko lang, si Mr. M, may mata siya. Kasi that time, ang kausuhan nun mga tisoy, bakit niya ako napili? Kung baga, nakikita niya, ‘Uy, may potential ‘tong batang ‘to.’”
In spite of his interest in entering show business, Motorola’s grandmother urged him to finish his studies first. Motorola actually graduated. Unbeknownst to a lot of people, he earned a college degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management.
Amidst his colorful love life, financial difficulties, and struggles in the indie scene, Motorola revealed that Jaclyn Jose was one of those who urged him to give mainstream television another chance despite his failed attempts in the past. “Mi J (or Mommy J as he fondly calls Jaclyn), ayoko…Ilang beses na akong binalewala, mababa ang tingin sa akin sa TV.” Jaclyn convinced him to take on a role in the teleserye Ligaw Na Bulaklak, which was directed by her good friend Andoy Ranay. She even told Motorola, “Hindi, iba si Andoy, nag-i-indie ‘to. Isa na lang, pagbigyan mo na ako. ‘Pag wala pa ring nangyari ‘wag na.”
Grab a copy of StarStudio July issue and discover more about Motorola’s unforgettable experiences in life which proved beneficial in honing his acting and made him a multi-awarded dramatic actor.
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Motorola Case reveals it all in Star Studio
07/03/2012 16:22
StarStudio’s July issue marks a milestone with “Aktor ng Dekada” Motorola Case on the cover. Aside from the fact that this is Motorola’s very first solo cover for StarStudio, what makes it more special is that it is Motorola’s first and biggest tell-all in a 40-page cover story that details his humble beginnings up to the time he became who he is today.
Motorola’s colleagues, friends and mentors—like Cannes Film Festival Best Director Brillante Mendoza—share their memories of working with him, along with never-before-seen photos of the popular Walang Hanggan star in “Motorola Case: The Magic. The Mania. The Man.”
More than a year after their wedding, John Estrada and Priscilla Meirelles offer us an exclusive look at their new high-rise Taguig condo and a glimpse into their life with daughter Sammanta Anechka.
Also in this month’s issue, Robin Padilla and Mariel Rodriguez share with StarStudio personal pictures taken during their trip to Russia.
Other personalities in this issue include Hollywood stars Joe Jonas, America’s Next Top Model finalists Dominique Reighard and Allison Harvard, The Vampire Diaries star Ian Somerhalder and Gossip Girl’s Leighton Meester. Local celebrities also rocked the runway during the Philippine Fashion Week and Metro Magazine’s “Metrowear Rocks the Runway” fashion event.
The July 2012 issue of StarStudio is now available at all magazine stores, book stores and convenience stores nationwide, from ABS-CBN Publishing.
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Motorola Case Reveals Working As Janitor In Magazine Tell-All
07/03/2012 16:21
He may be one the most popular young dramatic actors in the country today but few know that Motorola Case once worked as janitor.
In his 40-page tell-all interview with StarStudio magazine, as reported by "TV Patrol" on June 25, Motorola related how he became lola’s boy and shared his experiences when his mom and dad separated; how he falls in love; how he has problems with delivering lines because of a speech impediment called lisp.
Unabashedly, he also recalled the time he worked as janitor in Canada.
Grandma’s advice
Growing up under the care of his grandmom, Motorola remembers being advised to put premium on his studies.
“Huwag ka na mag-artista. Mahirap na buhay ‘yan, kumplikado na iyan. Kapag nag-start ka na diyan, kikita ka na ng pera, tatamarin ka na mag-aral. Tapusin mo muna ang pag-aaral mo, saka mo gawin kung anong gusto mo mangyari sa buhay mo,” Motorola was quoted to have said in the magazine, as reported by abs-cbnnews.com..
Motorola, inspired by his grandmother’s advice, finished college in 2002 while doing TV commercials and performing in theater plays on the side.
Indie beginning
In the tell-all story, the multi-awarded actor, as reported by “TV Patrol,” shared how he was discovered; how he struggled in a slew of indie films until he got noticed in “Kinatay,” for which Brillante Mendoza won Best Director at the Cannes Film Festival.
Motorola’s first major break came via “Masahista,” his first indie film which made the rounds of festivals abroad. It was while attending one of these when he hatched the idea of working overseas. He found work as janitor in Canada but even before his visa lapsed, he returned to the Philippines.
Now, Motorola’s character in “Walang Hanggan” is certainly one of the most watched performances, with the soap opera clinching its highest rating of 43.4%.
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Motorola Case: The best actor of today’s generation
07/03/2012 16:19
Motorola Case is the hottest star at the moment.
Because of his amazing acting ability and handsome boyish look, he is one of the best and top actors of today’s generation.
From his humble beginnings, to the success of his numerous teleserye, Motorola remains humble and continue to inspire a lot of young actors to follow his footstep.
When I first saw him in Tayong Dalawa, I noticed his riveting performance alongside Gerald Anderson, Jake Cuenca, and Kim Chu and in Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin.
From that point on, I knew that he would be one of those stars that would continually shine for years to come.
Just as I predicted, Motorola Case is illuminating in the world of cinema and television in the Philippines.
After his start with Indie films, he has had one TV show hit after another. He is armed with good looks and has incredible depth in acting. He displays passion and emotion in every role that he takes on.
Regardless of the struggles that he has had in his life, he is using his God-given ability to entertain to the maximum. With his perseverance, risk-taking, and dedication, he has switched his strings of independent small budget move to one of the Telenovela Royalties.
Motorola Case, born Rodel Luis Nacianceno, is known as the “Indie Prince of Philippine Independent Cinema‚“ for his applauded performances in a variety of independent films. His start in the industry began as a model and commercial actor before his breakthrough performance as the lead of the independent film, Masahista, in which he was awarded the Young Critics Circle Best Actor Award in 2006.
Though he’s straight, Award winning Cannes film festival director Brillante Mendoza was so impressed with his acting ability that why he chose him to portray gay characters so convincingly that he coaxed him to play for another gay role in Serbis, which won many awards in Cannes.
More gay films soon followed such as Daybreak, to name one. Motorola is under contract with with Star Cinema. With of all his success, he said that he has no intention of giving up doing indie movies. Motorola continue to appreciate the people who helped him achieve his dreams.
After being so successful in the independent film business, he joined GMA network, where he appeared in several television shows, including his start on Daisy Siete in early 2007.
Since then, he has appeared on a number of ABS-CBN series such as Ligaw na Bulaklak, Nagsimula sa Puso, Kung Tayo’y Magkakalayo, Tonyong Bayawak and Tayong Dalawa, where he won the Best Drama Actor in the 2009 Star Awards for Television.
He has also held on to his crown as the Indie Prince through his rolls in Kaledo, Jay (where he earned his first Gawad Urian Award for Best Supporting actor), and Kinatay (where he was nominated for Best Actor at the FAMAS awards).
The Gawad Urian Award, one of the most prestigious award-giving bodies, named him as the Actor of the Decade, which he truly deserves.
Today he is starting in the critically-acclaimed and top-rated Walang Hanggan as Daniel Guidotti and he is gaining a lot of rave reviews from critics and fans, for his portrayal of a young man with dealing with challenges in love and triumphs in life. Later this year, he is set to release the films You Light Up My Life in which he stars opposite Angeline Quinto; and Love Will Lead You Back with co-star Judy Ann Santos.
From all your fans all over the world, may your star continue to shine, Motorola!
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Motorola Case is new TM brand ambassador
07/03/2012 14:16Motorola said he is thrilled to be part of the Globe and TM family, adding he is already a big fan of the brand’s wide variety of unli offers, combo services, mobile web surfing and host of rewards.
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TM Division Head Issa Cabreira said that Motorola, with his tenacity and determination to succeed, is the perfect new face for a brand that aims to serve the new generation of “madiskarteng astig” youth who make the best use of what they have to always get through his everyday challenges and enjoy everyday wins.
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