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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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Choo Young Woo, Cho Yi Hyun reunite in 'Head Over Heels'
by Kristofer Purnell - May 24, 2025 - 3:50pm
Choo Young-woo and Cho Yi-hyun lead the cast of the upcoming fantasy-romance K-drama "Head Over Heels."
Robi Domingo, Jolina Magdangal to host 'Idol Kids Philippines'
by Kristofer Purnell - May 24, 2025 - 3:15pm
A kids version of talent competition "Idol Philippines" will premiere next month hosted by Robi Domingo and Jolina Magdangal.
Niana Guerrero becomes fries brand's 1st Gen Z celebrity ambassador
by Kristofer Purnell - May 24, 2025 - 1:50pm
Dancer and content creator Niana Guerrero was unveiled as a brand ambassador for a popular fast food franchise.
Disney delays 'Avengers' sequels, sets 'Devil Wears Prada 2' release date
by Kristofer Purnell - May 24, 2025 - 1:31pm
Marvel Studios is delaying the release dates of its upcoming "Avengers" sequels, "Doomsday" and "Secret Wars." 
Michael Cinco returns to Cannes Film Festival as celebs wear his designs
by Kristofer Purnell - May 24, 2025 - 12:52pm
Designers are also getting their time at Cannes as Michael Cinco returned to the red carpet on the French Riviera.
Chelsea Manalo wears yellow Michael Cinco to Cannes debut
by Kristofer Purnell - May 24, 2025 - 11:25am
Miss Universe - Asia 2024 Chelsea Manalo was a radiant sight to behold at her first-ever appearance at the Cannes Film Festival.
'KMJS,' 'Firefly' win at 2025 New York festival, BINI docu among finalists
by Kristofer Purnell - May 24, 2025 - 11:04am
Several Filipino projects were recognized at the recently concluded 2025 New York Festivals TV & Film Awards.
Disney teases Ji Chang Wook, EXO's D.O. in 'The Manipulated'
by Kristofer Purnell - May 24, 2025 - 9:37am
Streaming platform Disney+ teased its upcoming slate of Korean content, including a first look of Ji Chang Wook and D.O. in "The Manipulated."
Cyberattacks pretend to be anime, movie files to fool users — report
by Kristofer Purnell - May 23, 2025 - 6:24pm
Thousands of cybercriminals are using anime and movie titles to trick clients into downloading malware or unwanted files, a report by cybersecurity company Kaspersky found.
Bae Suzy, Kim Seon Ho to reunite in vampire romance webtoon adaptation
by Kristofer Purnell - May 23, 2025 - 5:32pm
"Start-Up" stars Bae Suzy and Kim Seon-ho are set to star in a vampire romance series adapted from Hongjacga's Naver webtoon "Delusion."
Filipino-led short feature '20/80' makes disability film challenge finals
by Kristofer Purnell - May 23, 2025 - 3:56pm
A Filipino-led short film was one of the 15 finalists at the recently concluded 2025 EasterSeals Disability Film Challenge Awards.
Nico Bolzico teases Solenn Heussaff on anniversary greeting
by Kristofer Purnell - May 23, 2025 - 12:30pm
Entrepreneur Nico Bolzico poked a little fun after he and wife Solenn Heussaff celebrated their 13th wedding anniversary.
Dolly de Leon teases 2026 project with friends, Cinemalaya return
by Kristofer Purnell - May 22, 2025 - 6:06pm
Actress Dolly de Leon is booked and busy for the coming months, with a return to the Cinemalaya Philipppine Independent Film Festival in the cards.
Senior gets P20,000 as 'libreng tuli' prize; 2 others get P10,000
by Kristofer Purnell - May 22, 2025 - 5:49pm
A senior citizen in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu received P20,000 after participating in the city's annual free circumcision outreach program.
Kylie Verzosa reveals 2nd Cannes 2025 look, teases boyfriend anew
by Kristofer Purnell - May 22, 2025 - 5:44pm
Beauty queen-turned-actress Kylie Verzosa got a little cheeky as she unveiled a second dress she wore at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
Dolly de Leon shares which 'Nine Perfect Strangers' co-star she bonded with most
by Kristofer Purnell - May 22, 2025 - 4:56pm
Actress Dolly de Leon is still in disbelief she got cast in the second season of "Nine Perfect Strangers" opposite Nicole Kidman.
Maris Racal's 'Sunshine' gets North America distribution, English remake
by Kristofer Purnell - May 22, 2025 - 4:33pm
Antoinette Jadaone's "Sunshine" starring Maris Racal has been picked up for distribution for cinemas in North America.
Dolly de Leon breaks down her 'Avatar' twin characters
by Kristofer Purnell - May 22, 2025 - 3:54pm
In this exclusive interview, actress Dolly de Leon gave a little insight into how she is portraying her characters in Netflix's live-action series adaptation of "Avatar: The Last Airbender." ...
'Never thought I would ever recover': Kylie Padilla calls for postpartum depression awareness
by Kristofer Purnell - May 22, 2025 - 2:53pm
Actress Kylie Padilla is calling on the public to be more supportive of new mothers who may be experiencing postpartum depression.
'I've been dying to talk about it!': Dolly de Leon on 'Avatar' cast reveal
by Kristofer Purnell - May 22, 2025 - 1:20pm
Actress Dolly de Leon is relieved she can finally talk about getting cast in Netflix's live-action series adaptation of "Avatar: The Last Airbender."
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