Pre-Holiday Sale Across SM Supermalls Nationwide

Santa Clausin’ , reindeer and sleighin’, mistletoin’ and tableau playin’. All that Christmas 

ChriSMs we do, shoppin’, shoppin’, shoppin’ me and you...

Let us Celebrate Christmas at SM Supermalls as it kicks off  the Yuletide Season

 with a Pre-Holiday Sale on October 28, 29, and 30. 

Up to 70% on Holiday Selections Mall-wide.

Let’s have happy times, good cheers are here, let’s have some greetin’ and kissin’ my dear. 

Let’s have the Christmas ChriSMs all, shoppin’, shoppin’,shoppin’ at SM Malls!

Movie Review: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY 3

MOVIE INFO

The Paranormal Activity Franchise continues with this third outing from Paramount Pictures. Oren Peli and Jason Blum return to produce the highly secretive feature with Catfish's directing duo of Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman.

Genre: Mystery and Suspense

Directed by: Henry Joost, Ariel Schulman

Written by: Michael R. Perry, Oren Peli

Casts:

Chloe Csengery

Jessica Tyler Brown

Christopher Nicolas Smith

REVIEW:

I never loved Paranormal Activity films which introduced the "found footage" technique with mystery and horror in it. Well, I actually find it stupid at first. The First movie was the trendsetter but a little bit boring. The second one was by far the worst and still boring. But the third one changed my outlook on the film outfit.

Paranormal Activity 3 is the best among the 3 and the scariest as well.

Despite my disappointments from the first two films, I still gave the 3rd one a chance. And yes, the movie did not fail me. It gave a series and random of chills, spine-tingling moments and jump-out scares. It still has those boring moments but it was balanced with enough scares that would make this film at par with the other two.

Essentially, Paranormal Activity 3 is the prequel among the two. But I must say, its a worthy prequel and it really gave concrete explanation and answer on how the Activity began. Truly indeed, the tag line "It runs with the family" narrated the mystery of the franchise.

I really commend the Writer and the Director for bringing the 3rd Outfit onto a new level of Fear and Suspense as it focuses on children this time. I won't spoil the whole plot of the film but the ending and the connection of all these events are indeed shocking.

I loved the kids in the film. The characters are also adorable and it is well-acted. 

The phasing of the whole film is precise and not draggy compared with the two. The film progresses from silent to a high-tension climax that will really scare the sh** out of hardened audiences.

I highly recommend this film to everyone except light-hearted audiences. For fans, you'll be pleased with this one and for first-timer, you'll put this film as an edge-of-your-seat treat that is perfect for this Halloween Season. 

RATINGS: 5 STARS

United Nations Day and Halloween Treats 2011 at SM City Davao

Happenings in the City at SM City Davao

(October 2011)

Get Back-to-Back Exciting Treats for Kids this October!

Join the World in Celebrating United Nations Day at SM City Davao

LITTLE PEARLS OF HEAVEN PRESENTS: DANCES OF THE WORLD

OCTOBER 22, 2011, SATURDAY, 3 PM

THE EVENT CENTER

CIRCULAR HOME CHILD DEVELOPMENT PRESENTS: ECO FASHION

OCTOBER 23, 2011, SUNDAY, 1 PM

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MORE THAN THE MEDALS:  THE EXHIBITION

OCTOBER 23, 2011, SUNDAY, 4 PM

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UNITED NATIONS DAY CELEBRATION

The World becomes a better place when we stand united. United Nations Day is on October 24

OCTOBER 24, 2011, MONDAY, 1 PM

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Have the thrill of your life with spooky Halloween Events at SM City Davao

TWILIGHT RUN

OCTOBER 30, 2011, SUNDAY, 4 PM

OPEN PARKING C

MINDANAO COSPLAY SUMMIT 2011: ELIMINATION ROUND

OCTOBER 30, 2011, SUNDAY, 10 AM

THE EVENT CENTER

HOWL-O-WEEN DOGS IN COSTUME CONTEST

OCTOBER 30, 2011, SUNDAY, 2 PM

THE EVENT CENTER

TRICK OR TREAT AROUND THE MALL

Enjoy the coolest tricks and most exciting treats. Halloween is on October 31.

OCTOBER 31, 2011. MONDAY,  10 AM - 12 NN

THE EVENT CENTER

HAHA-HALLOWEEN! COSTUME AND PARADE CONTEST

OCTOBER 31, 2011,  MONDAY, 2 PM

THE EVENT CENTER

For inquiries: Call the Marketing Department at 297-6998 local 126

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"All these and more only here at SM City Davao where we all come together! See you!"

Movie Review: Crazy, Stupid, Love

MOVIE INFO


At forty something, straight-laced Cal Weaver (Steve Carell) is living the dream-good job, nice house, great kids and marriage to his high school sweetheart. But when Cal learns that his wife, Emily (Julianne Moore), has cheated on him and wants a divorce, his "perfect" life quickly unravels. Worse, in today's single world, Cal, who hasn't dated in decades, stands out as the epitome of un-smooth. Now spending his free evenings sulking alone at a local bar, the hapless Cal is taken on as wingman and protégé to handsome, thirty something player Jacob Palmer (Ryan Gosling). -- (C) Warner Bros


Genre: Drama, Romance, Comedy
Directed By: Glenn Ficarra and John Requa
Written By: Dan Fogelman


Characters:

Steve Carell as Cal Weaver
Julianne Moore as Emily, Emily Weaver
Ryan Gosling as Jacob, Jacob Palmer
Emma Stone as Hannah
Jonah Bobo as Robbie
John Carroll Lynch as Bernie

Kevin Bacon as David

REVIEW:

Crazy, Stupid, Love is one the rarest Hollywood Romantic Comedy film that is sensible, melodramatic and funny.

I enjoyed watching the film as it tackles different kinds and situations about LOVE. Its not the typical Romantic films about couples. It goes into the context of Marriage and Mature Love. The film may actually work as a family drama as it focuses on the trials that Cal and Emily Weaver is experiencing as a couple and their relationship towards each other after Cal discovered that Emily was cheating on her.

The story progresses as Cal met Jacob (who became his best pal. Jacob played a vital role in Cal's life by teaching him to reinvent himself and find his lost manhood. The story of twist and turns makes Crazy, Stupid, Love a perfect ride of fun, love, and drama.

The plot at first might be quite sloppy but as the story progresses, it gets more interesting and worth-watching.

I love how the Director and Writer played with the script. Its not too cliche and fairy-tale type. It is actually more of realism where everyone could somehow relate. From marriage, to average love, to flings and even puppy love.

I loved the Characters of the story. They were great in their own terms. The casts is undeniably talented. Both Julianne Moore and Emma Stone are stunning. Steve Carell did great to his portrayal as a father who wanted to fight for his failing marriage. Ryan Gosling's presence added up a spicy flavor to the film with his Brad Pitt-inspired aura.

Overall, Crazy, Stupid, Love is actually a wholesome film about fighting for the one you love against all odds. The film teaches us to stand up for the persons we loved. They maybe our family, our friends and even our special someone.

It is a modern adult story that is somehow appealing to youngsters. Just right formula to be One of Hollywood's Most Sensible Romantic Comedy Film.

I totally recommend this film to everyone.


RATINGS: 4 STARS

SM City Davao 3-Day Sale (Oct 14, 15 & 16, 2011)

All roads lead to SM on October 14, 15 and 16, 2011 as SM City Davao opens its doors for the GRAND 3 DAY SUPERMALL-WIDE SALE!

Enjoy up to 70% off on great selections MALLWIDE! Shop and get a chance to win 1 of the 4 DeVant LEDTech TVs!

Mall hours are extended up to 12 MN on October 14 & 15 and until 10 PM on October 16.

Catch the first 2-Hour SMAC Sale (SM Advantage Card) for additional discounts on October 14 in SM Department Store, Ace Hardware, Surplus Shop, Levi's and Toy Kingdom.

All these and more only here at SM City Davao where we all come together. See you!

Per DTI-NCR Permit No. 8238, Series of 2011.

Eco Bag Wednesday at SM Supermalls

"NO PLASTICS ON WEDNESDAY" - This is the theme to all SM Supermalls nationwide in cooperation with SM Cares. In this campaign, paper bags are used in the SM Supermarket in replacement to the usual plastics used during Wednesdays. This campaign aims to promote environmental awareness by decreasing the use of synthetic materials (such as plastics) in order to lessen pollution on the latter.

With the recent launching of the New Designs of the Eco Bag last August 2011 across SM Malls nationwide, the said environmental campaign is being intensified. That is why all SM Employees and Affiliates are encourage to use the Eco Bags in doing shopping or grocery every time they go at any SM Branch.

To quote a Message from the Management to all its Employees and Affiliates:

"Each Wednesday, we encourage especially all SCMC employees to bring and use eco bags to help limit our reliance on plastics and sustain a more environmentally sound SM company. This is to spearhead the green movement with our tenants and affiliates. We invite everyone to join us in this effort to promote sustainable lifestyle choices at work. Together, with everyone’s participation, we can decrease our carbon footprint and set good examples to promote a more environment-friendly future. I AM IN. I AM INVOLVED."

SM Supermalls also encourage all its shoppers to use the Eco Bag which is sold at Php 35.00 each and comes in various colors. These Eco Bags are sold in both the Department Store and Supermarket Section.

Photo Courtesy of SM City Davao during the Relaunch of the Eco Bags
at SM City Davao Event Center

Doing the Pledge to Support the "I AM IN, I AM INVOLVED CAMPAIGN"
Photo Courtesy of SM City Davao

Furthermore, the "I AM IN, I AM INVOLVED CAMPAIGN" of SM Supermalls must be practiced everyday not only on a Wednesday. This simple act of environmental awareness will surely go a long way if all of us will do our part and share in preserving Mother Nature.

And with the Entry of SM City General Santos next year, the Generals will be able to take part on this Green Campaign towards a more "MAGANDANG GENSAN"!

Go Green Generals!