GMovies and UPSTREAM mark first anniversary with an original and acclaimed international film

Manila, Philippines - It has been a year since the leading ticketing platform and the transactional video on demand (TVOD) service, inked a deal to usher Filipinos into a new world of cinema recreating the entertainment experience even at home.

To celebrate theterrific run, GMovies and UPSTREAM.PH present an originally produced film byveteran and award-winning director Erik Matti, and a 2021 Cannes Film Festivalentry, along with other binge-worthy Filipino classics, Korean movies,Hollywood features, and series to their users!

 

The best part is, youcan still watch them from the safety and comfort of your home with your lovedones.

 

Here’s the list ofshows you can stream with us to celebrate this special milestone:

 

UPSTREAM Original

 

Rabid, streaming November 12

Rabid is an anthologyfilm that probes into our everyday reality of anxiety, uncertainty, andparanoia. It features distinct but interwoven stories that revolve around thedifferent ways this world can drive human beings to the brink of madness.Starring Vance Larena, Ricci Rivero, Donna Cariaga, Kent Gonzales, AyeeshaCervantes, Pam Gonzales, Ameera Johara, Jay Glorioso, Ynigo Delen, JakeMacapagal, Cheska Diaz, Brace Arquiza, Ube Lola and directed by Erik Matti.

 

Acclaimed International Films

 

Benedetta, streaming November 17

In the late 17thcentury, with plague ravaging the land, Benedetta Carlini joined the convent inPescia, Tuscany as a novice nun. Capable from an early age of performingmiracles, her impact on life in the community is immediate and momentous. Butshe also suffers from disturbing religious and erotic visions. She is assistedby a companion, and the relationship between the two women develops into aromantic love affair. Starring Virginie Efira, Charlotte Rampling, DaphnePatakia, Lambert Wilson, Olivier Rabourdin.

 

Filipino Classics

 

Gagamboy, streaming now

An accident at apharmaceutical lab turns the mild-mannered ice cream vendor Junie intoGagamboy, a do-good crusader, defender of the poor and oppressed, protector ofchildren, and number one enemy of Ipisman! Starring Vhong Navarro, Aubrey Milesand Jay Manalo.

 

Pa-siyam, streaming now

Five siblings returnto the province to bury their mother who died under mysterious circumstances.While the family holds the traditional pa-siyamfor the dead, a series of horrifying events take place, leading to theunlocking of dark family secrets. Starring Roderick Paulate, Cherry PiePicache, Maricar de Mesa, Yul Servo and Ana Capri.

 

Mano Po 6 and 7, streaming now

A Mother’s Love andTsinoy stories focus on relationships around Chinese families. Directed by JoelLamangan and Ian Loreños, respectively. Sharon Cuneta, Richard Yap, and JeanGarcia top-billed these installments.

 

Korean Films

 

Okay! Madam, streaming until November 21

Okay! Madam is about acouple, a restaurant manager and a computer

repair expert, whomust save their family from a hijacking incident during their first familyvacation. Starring Woon Jong Jeon, Bae Jeong-nam, Uhm Junghwa.

 

Beauty Water, streaming until January 16, 2022

Ye-ji comes acrossmysterious water that enables her to lose weight and

reshape herappearance. She finds her life is more in danger the more she

desires to bebeautiful. Starring Moon Nam-Sook.

 

Hollywood Features

 

Stillwater, streaming now

The thrilling dramafollows American oil-rig worker Bill Baker as he travels to France to help hisestranged daughter Allison after being imprisoned for a murder that she claimsshe did not commit. Navigating an unfamiliar country and its complex legalsystem, Bill takes it upon himself to prove his daughter's Innocence. StarringMatt Damon, Abigail Breslin, Camille Cottin, Deanna Dunagan.

 

Limbo, streaming now

Limbo is a wry andpoignant observation of the refugee experience, set on a fictional remoteScottish island where a group of new arrivals awaits the results of theirasylum claims. It centers on Omar, a young Syrian musician who is burdened byhis grandfather’s oud, which he has carried from his Homeland.  Starring Amir El-Masry, Vikash Bhai, OlaOrebiyi, Kwabena Ansah,

Sidse Babett Knudsen,Kais Nashif.

 

The Anti-Vax Conspiracy, streaming November 23

Upstream PH’spartnership with British worldwide digital production All3Media Internationalbrings you a documentary about people behind the internationalanti-Covid-vaccine movement and why they are doing it. This journey inside theastonishing world of the anti-vaxxers is a must-watch.

 

TV and Web Series

 

Van der Valk, streaming November 15

Following astreet-smart and unapologetic Dutch detective as he navigates the lively andenigmatic city of Amsterdam, solving mysterious crimes using astute humanobservation and inspired detection. Starring Marc Warren, Maimie McCoy, LukeAllen-Gale.

 

Quaranthings Season 2 (Boys’ Love), streaming November 26

A year and a fewmonths into their first real relationship. No longer living in their littlebubble, can Judah and Rocky still make things work? Starring Royce Cabrera, KyoQuijano.

 

To access these shows,download the GMovies app via Apple Store, Google Play Store, or Huawei AppGallery or visit gmovies.ph or https://bit.ly/GMovies-Shows. Then select themovie, tap the “Pay” button and choose the payment option. Afterward, clickstream now on UPSTREAM. For the price of one ticket, all members of the family,and even the barkada can see it together.