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Kristofer Purnell
Kristofer Purnell

Kristofer is a content producer for Philstar.com's Lifestyle and Entertainment section. As of May 2023, Kristofer is also the sub-section editor for Movies and for Events under Entertainment. He previously served as a social media producer for two years at Philstar.com before shifting to Lifestyle and Entertainment.

A graduate of AB Communication from the Ateneo de Manila University in 2018 — with tracks focusing on journalism and film studies — Kristofer was also a Best Thesis nominee with his study that focused on masculinity and heteronormativity in Philippine films.

Kristofer previously worked at Manila Bulletin in the Digital Lifestyle and Lifestyle sections, writing articles and covering events related to Arts & Culture and Youth.

You can follow his blog (mrsummerpurns.wordpress.com) for film reviews and film-related articles, among others, and his Letterboxd account (letterboxd.com/mrsummerpurns).

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Marvel drops new 'Deadpool, Wolverine' trailer, posters
by Kristofer Purnell - April 23, 2024 - 2:18pm
Marvel Studios is slowly building up excitement for the highly-anticipated release of "Deadpool & Wolverine" by releasing an official trailer for the film.
Nadine Lustre, SB19's Justin amplify support for Masungi
by Kristofer Purnell - April 23, 2024 - 2:10pm
Actress Nadine Lustre and SB19 member Justin de Dios were among the individuals that offered statements of support for Masungi Geopark Project, which is facing a potential cancellation or nullification...
Recipe: Chicken Sisig
by Kristofer Purnell - April 20, 2024 - 3:32pm
Popularly known as pork dish, there are different variations of sisig like chicken, beef, tofu, and different kinds of seafood that could cater better to a diner's preferences.
Iced coffee is Filipinos' favorite coffee beverage — data
by Kristofer Purnell - April 20, 2024 - 3:18pm
In the Philippines the most popular coffee type was iced coffee, a result that also appeared for Chile, Norway, and Nicaragua.
Taylor Swift, latest album breaks Spotify records anew
by Kristofer Purnell - April 20, 2024 - 2:45pm
In true Taylor Swift fashion, the artist and her music are breaking records left and right yet again.
'The Office' follow-up show casts Domhnall Gleeson, Sabrina Impacciatore
by Kristofer Purnell - April 20, 2024 - 2:30pm
A new television series set in the universe of popular comedy "The Office" made its first cast announcement.
'Love doesn't die': Kris Aquino celebrates Bimby's 17th birthday
by Kristofer Purnell - April 20, 2024 - 10:22am
Host-actress Kris Aquino marked the 17th birthday of her youngest son Bimby as she continues to battle several autoimmune diseases.
Aga Muhlach, Charlene Gonzalez look back on 'old-school parenting' their twins Atasha, Andres
by Kristofer Purnell - April 19, 2024 - 7:38pm
After small appearances in commercials and a guest appearance on the defunct "Pinoy Explorer" show hosted by Aga, the Muhlach family is now set to appear in their first-ever series together.
Maricel Laxa earns Six Star Medal after finishing Boston Marathon at 54
by Kristofer Purnell - April 19, 2024 - 5:35pm
Actress Maricel Laxa-Pangilinan finished this year's Boston Marathon, her seventh completed marathon in over a decade, and earned a Six Star Medal.
Keanu Reeves voicing Shadow in 'Sonic 3'
by Kristofer Purnell - April 19, 2024 - 4:27pm
Actor Keanu Reeves is joining the cast of "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" to voice the character Shadow the Hedgehog.
Philippines among top 3 countries for highest screen time again — data
by Kristofer Purnell - April 19, 2024 - 1:50pm
Collected data shows the Philippines ranks high among countries with the most screen time, particularly on phones and social media.
'Under Parallel Skies' review: A different look at Hong Kong
by Kristofer Purnell - April 19, 2024 - 1:08pm
Cultures come together in Sigrid Andrea Bernardo's "Under Parallel Skies" starring Janella Salvador and Win Metawin in the melting pot that is Hong Kong, a setting Filipinos will learn to admire even more.
New 'Transformers' movie trailer launches in space
by Kristofer Purnell - April 19, 2024 - 12:58pm
The first trailer for the upcoming animated movie "Transformers One" did what no other film has before — launch from high up in space.
Boy Abunda slams fake news using his name for crypto scams
by Kristofer Purnell - April 19, 2024 - 12:16pm
Television host Boy Abunda called out a series of fake articles mentioning that he was involved in cryptocurrency, all of which were scams.
UK-based chefs create Filipino-inspired dishes
by Kristofer Purnell - April 19, 2024 - 10:19am
Negros-based rum Don Papa tapped two award-winning chefs based in the United Kingdom to create a dinner menu inspired by Filipino flavors.
Pertussis outbreaks: Doctor consultations, medicine delivery
by Kristofer Purnell - April 19, 2024 - 10:16am
Mobile healthcare application KonsultaMD is offering doctor consultations as several Philippine cities are experiencing a spread of Pertussis or Whooping Cough.
'Crazy Rich Asians' director to helm Broadway adaptation for stage debut
by Kristofer Purnell - April 18, 2024 - 8:08pm
"Crazy Rich Asians" is getting a musical adaptation with the film's director, Jon M. Chu, at the helm for his stage debut.
Going abroad soon? Travel perks, vouchers await travelers
by Kristofer Purnell - April 18, 2024 - 7:49pm
Telecommunications company Globe is offering travel perks for subscribers who purchase any of promos under its data roaming packs.
Health care store relaunches campaign highlighting suncare importance
by Kristofer Purnell - April 18, 2024 - 6:59pm
Health and beauty care chain store Watsons relaunched its summer campaign that integrates the importance of stocking and constant applying of products that protect individuals from the sun.
Actors, singers dominate TIME100 'Most Influential' list for 2024
by Kristofer Purnell - April 18, 2024 - 6:24pm
Over one-fifth of the individuals included in the "TIME100: The Most Influential People" list for 2024 are actors, singers and filmmakers.
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