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"We want to revive the spirit of the MMFF and moviegoing. And it’s happening. I see people lining up in the cinemas. That made me emotional. There are so many digital platforms now. With a monthly subscription, you and your family can watch a lot of movies. But the act of going to theaters and bonding with your family is still different. That’s something I hope we all still get to experience."
"It’s all about having the right mindset. If I encounter negative comments, especially those that are relentless, I just say the people behind these are not happy people. Criticizing others has become their outlet. I just take pity on them. They’re just jealous because I’m happy and content. That’s not my problem anymore, it’s theirs."
"A party I would like to gatecrash as an uninvited guest is one that’s thrown by Richard Gere. I will muster enough guts and tell him that it’s been my longtime dream to do a movie with him."
"While it’s natural for members to have differing opinions, a sign of a functioning democracy, it’s important that these differences be resolved swiftly and in accordance with proper parliamentary procedures."
"I was never afraid to reinvent myself and to keep learning. Just because you win Best Actress doesn’t mean you’re the best. You’re only as good as your last film — and after that, there’s always someone better than you."
"Her movies have always been characterized by both commercial and critical appeal. In her more daring roles, she's delivered challenging, original, and controversial work. Always grippingly entertaining but animatedly provocative, her performance are far too important to be ignored."
"Vilma Santos is undeniably the longest-reigning movie queen of Philippine cinema, having broken all the conventional rules of longevity, relevance, and staying power."
"Dubbed the "Star for All Seasons" in the Philippine entertainment industry, not merely for branding purposes, Vilma Santos remains unparalleled with her extensive filmography of hundreds of top-billed movies. Through these films, she paved the way for future generations of leading ladies and actresses in our country."