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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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Claudine Barreto teases 'Home Along Da Riles' comeback in 2025
by Kristofer Purnell - December 24, 2024 - 5:44pm
Actress Claudine Barretto teased fans of "Home Along Da Riles" that the iconic comedy series would be returning in the new year.
Agencies deny Han So Hee, G-Dragon dating rumors
by Kristofer Purnell - December 24, 2024 - 5:41pm
The agencies of actress Han So-hee and singer G-Dragon have denied rumors that the two are in a relationship.
BigBang's Taeyang returning to Manila after 7 years
by Kristofer Purnell - December 24, 2024 - 5:08pm
Korean singer Taeyang of the boy band BigBang is coming back to the Philippines after seven years for a solo concert.
B Casa: Barbie Forteza spending Christmas in new house
by Kristofer Purnell - December 24, 2024 - 3:31pm
Actress Barbie Forteza will celebrate the holidays in a new house with her family.
Ariana Grande releases 'Santa Tell Me' live version for song's 10th anniversary
by Kristofer Purnell - December 24, 2024 - 2:55pm
Singer-actress Ariana Grande marked the tenth anniversary of her holiday track "Santa Tell Me" by releasing a live version of the song.
Maxine Esteban, other Olympians team up for National Athlete Protection Act
by Kristofer Purnell - December 24, 2024 - 1:19pm
Filipino-Ivorian fencer Maxine Esteban is teaming up with fellow Olympians like Hidilyn Diaz and EJ Obiena on a proposed National Athlete Protection Act.
Immersive multimedia dinosaur show arriving in Philippines next year
by Kristofer Purnell - December 24, 2024 - 1:00pm
Interactive, multi-sensory show "Multisaurs" will be hitting Philippine shores next year, introducing a new experience with dinosaurs.
Disney crosses $5 billion at global box office, a post-pandemic first
by Kristofer Purnell - December 24, 2024 - 11:53am
Production company Walt Disney Studios crosses the five billion dollar mark at the global box office, a huge milestone for any film studio since the pandemic.
'The Kingdom' review: Vic Sotto, Piolo Pascual star in an uncolonized Philippines
by Kristofer Purnell - December 22, 2024 - 10:30am
Vic Sotto ends his five-year absence from the big screen with "The Kingdom," one of the 10 main entries to the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival.
South African scientist talks about health benefits of medical cannabis in Manila visit
by Kristofer Purnell - December 21, 2024 - 1:19pm
Globally renowned South African cannabis scientist and clinician Dr. Shiksha Gallow advocated for the legalization of medical cannabis in the Philippines, citing scientific evidence of its health benefits.
Brown-Forman premium spirits launch in the Philippines
by Kristofer Purnell - December 19, 2024 - 4:38pm
Premium spirits and emerging brands by distilleries company Brown-Forman are now available in the Philippines.
Kim Hye Soo, Jung Sung Il star in thriller series 'Unmasked'
by Kristofer Purnell - December 19, 2024 - 2:29pm
Kim Hye-soo and Jung Sung-il lead the cast of the upcoming Korean thriller show "Unmasked" on Disney+ about an investigative news team in turmoil.
Doctor lays out health risks of volcanic smog, ashfall
by Kristofer Purnell - December 19, 2024 - 12:55pm
Online health platform Barangay BK tapped a medical doctor to explain the health risks associated with inhaling volcanic smog and ashfall.
Immersive K-pop experience D'Festa featuring BTS arrives in the Philippines
by Kristofer Purnell - December 19, 2024 - 12:11pm
K-pop experience D'Festa, organized by online Korean media outlet Dispatch, has landed in the Philippines.
'And So It Begins' misses Oscars 2025 shortlists
by Kristofer Purnell - December 18, 2024 - 6:42pm
The Philippines' entry to the 2025 Academy Awards "And So It Begins" failed to make the cut of the shortlists for the upcoming ceremony.
Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio meet in 'Karate Kid: Legends' trailer
by Kristofer Purnell - December 18, 2024 - 5:24pm
Action star Jackie Chan and the original "Karate Kid" Ralph Macchio join forces in the franchise's newest entry, "Karate Kid: Legends."
Apl.de.ap hopes to collaborate with Lea Salonga, Sarah Geronimo
by Kristofer Purnell - December 18, 2024 - 3:50pm
Filipino-American rapper Apl.de.ap of the Black Eyed Peas is thinking of remixing the new Christmas song he co-wrote and co-produced, and perhaps even tap some friends for possible collaborations.
1st Miss Universe Asia Chelsea Manalo sets 2 homecoming parades
by Kristofer Purnell - December 18, 2024 - 2:05pm
Miss Universe Philippines 2024 and the first-ever Miss Universe Asia Chelsea Manalo is gearing up for her upcoming homecoming parades.
Apl.de.ap continuing Christmas tradition with mom in Sapang Bato
by Kristofer Purnell - December 17, 2024 - 5:07pm
Filipino-American rapper Apl.de.ap of the Black Eyed Peas is continuing the annual Christmas tradition he does with his mother Cristina, helping pack donations in his hometown.
World Kitchens powered by AI technology arriving to Quezon City mall
by Kristofer Purnell - December 17, 2024 - 4:53pm
A new restaurant is arriving soon in Quezon City's Gateway Mall 2 inspired by global comfort food.
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