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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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La Consolacion College Biñan marks ruby anniversary with Jubilee marker, pageants
by Kristofer Purnell - January 20, 2025 - 8:23am
La Consolacion College Biñan is celebrating its 40th anniversary on the fourth week of January by showcasing the school's history, milestones, and plans for the future.
'Sunshine' starring Maris Racal competing at Berlinale
by Kristofer Purnell - January 18, 2025 - 4:50pm
 Antoinette Jadaone's new film "Sunshine" starring Maris Racal will compete at the upcoming 75th Berlin International Film Festival.
Gordon Ramsay dares Abi Marquez to make Beef Wellington Lumpia
by Kristofer Purnell - January 18, 2025 - 4:01pm
Food content creator Abi Marquez, popularly known as the Lumpia Queen, got quite the surprise when celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay issued a challenge for her.
REP staging 'Alice in Wonderland,' 'I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change' rerun for 88th season
by Kristofer Purnell - January 18, 2025 - 3:31pm
Theater company Repertory Philippines unveiled the lineup for its upcoming 88th season which includes a fan-favorite production from last year.
'Anora' review: Palme d'Or winner eyes Oscar glory
by Kristofer Purnell - January 18, 2025 - 1:03pm
The premise alone promises intrigue but "Anora" takes a huge turn, taking the titular character through literally a wild ride in a world she believes she's found finality.
Jinkee Pacquiao tours new GenSan mansion with sauna, artwork hallway
by Kristofer Purnell - January 18, 2025 - 11:54am
Filipina socialite Jinkee Pacquiao gave a tour of her family's new mansion in General Santos, estimated to be worth P2 billion.
Stray Kids' Bang Chan joins Fendi as brand ambassador
by Kristofer Purnell - January 18, 2025 - 10:44am
Bang Chan, leader of K-pop boy band Stray Kids, is the newest brand ambassador of Italian luxury fashion house Fendi.
Local video games feature in CCP Pasinaya 2025
by Kristofer Purnell - January 18, 2025 - 10:35am
The 2025 edition of the Cultural Center of the Philippines's (CCP) Pasinaya festival is introducing the new Palaro component featuring the works of CCP Game and Comics Development grantees.
Football star Lamine Yamal to lead grassroots efforts with phone brand
by Kristofer Purnell - January 17, 2025 - 6:44pm
Lamine Yamal will join football-related community initiatives aiming to support grassroots football development while supporting facilities upgrades, with open suggestions for more football charity projects...
Miracle or coincidence? Houses spared from Los Angeles wildfires
by Kristofer Purnell - January 17, 2025 - 6:05pm
As wildfires continue to rage in a number of neighborhoods in Los Angeles, uplifting stories about houses spared from damages are giving residents hope for recovery in their communities.
Hev Abi positive about local hip-hop growth
by Kristofer Purnell - January 17, 2025 - 5:54pm
Filipino rapper Hev Abi is happy about the current state of the local hip-hop scene and believes its future will only get better.
Cameron Diaz's first movie in over a decade releases trailer
by Kristofer Purnell - January 17, 2025 - 5:34pm
A trailer for upcoming action-comedy movie "Back in Action" starring Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz was released. This is Diaz's first movie in over a decade.
BB Gandanghari: Robin Padilla now treats me like a little sister
by Kristofer Purnell - January 17, 2025 - 5:29pm
Former actress BB Gandanghari reflected on the improved relationship with her brother Robin Padilla, 16 years since she transitioned.
John Amores sells Sara Duterte letter, JRU jersey to Boss Toyo
by Kristofer Purnell - January 17, 2025 - 5:00pm
Controversial basketball player John Amores sold two key "memorabilia" he owned to entrepreneur Jayson Luzadas, better known as Boss Toyo.
T.O.P. addresses BigBang departure, 'Squid Game' character Thanos
by Kristofer Purnell - January 17, 2025 - 4:51pm
Korean singer-actor T.O.P. opened up about his departure from boy band BigBand in 2023 as well as his participation in Netflix's hit show "Squid Game."
TBA to begin production on Manuel Quezon movie, eyeing late 2025 release
by Kristofer Purnell - January 17, 2025 - 3:14pm
Production company TBA Studios is gearing up to start shooting historical movie "Quezon," based on the second president of the Philippines Manuel L. Quezon.
Lea Salonga joins TGA's 'Into The Woods,' 1st musical in Philippines in 7 years
by Kristofer Purnell - January 17, 2025 - 1:10pm
Award-winning actress Lea Salonga is joining the cast of Theatre Group Asia's upcoming iteration of "Into The Woods," marking her first musical in the Philippines since 2018.
Matt Murdock, Wilson Fisk meet again in 'Daredevil: Born Again' trailer
by Kristofer Purnell - January 17, 2025 - 11:06am
Marvel Studios released its first trailer for "Daredevil: Born Again" featuring the returns of Charlie Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio as Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk.
Raffy Tulfo warns of phone hacks via free Wi-Fi
by Kristofer Purnell - January 16, 2025 - 6:17pm
Broadcaster-senator Raffy Tulfo tasked the Department of Information and Communication Technology to help prevent the hacking of mobile cellphones when connected to public Wi-Fi networks.
MMFF 2024 reaches P800-M box office target, top 3 grossers announced
by Kristofer Purnell - January 16, 2025 - 2:46pm
The 50th Metro Manila Film Festival managed to reach its box office target of P800 million, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority confirmed.
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