It’s ‘Ber’ months already, and it’s the time of the year when Filipinos start to prep up as the Christmas season is fast approaching. Being a Filipino—there are actually a lot of things to be excited about as we enter the Ber months. It is when we see Christmas decorations gradually pop up along the streets, malls, homes. There are shopping sales, discounts. This is the time when we have to practice for our performance for the Christmas party. And of course, it’s the time when we start to hear the Christmas songs from icons like Jose Mari Chan and...

Filipino animators have proved their caliber in creating quality animated films that have been played and enjoyed in the big screen. Local Filipino animators have been producing animated movies that wowed the moviegoers in the past until now, yet they don’t get enough recognition and support to enrich this kind of craft in the film industry. So, if you want to support local, here are some of the best Filipino-made animated films every Filipino kid, and adult would love:   1. RPG Metanoia   RPG Metanoia shares the story of a young timid online gamer named Nico. Every time Nico...

What's your favorite song at the moment? Are you looking for something new to the ears? Do you like songs that tug at your heartstrings and can drown you in a wave of emotions? Music has been a great companion lately, especially during this uncertain period. If you find yourself still awake at night with a million thoughts swimming in your head, find your solace in music. If you're a fan of OPM (Original Pilipino Music) and you're looking for new songs to listen to, give these three hidden gems a try. Add their songs to your playlist during your...

Recently, The University of Philippines Diliman-College of Mass Communication has offered Korean Drama (K-Drama) as an elective class for the semester, the school year 2020-2021. This course includes an analysis of K-drama series such as Chicago Typewriter, Crash Landing On You, etc. What are the common elements? What makes it appealing to Filipinos?  How does it impact the viewer’s perception? How does it trendsetter binocular and cultural buyers? How will it affect the Filipino film industry today?   As I read about this I really thought it’s a good idea because, not only will the students developed their critical and...

‘1-2-3 (Gasping For Air)’ is a dark and real view of the country’s current situation about the ugly truth of sex trafficking that did not settle for mediocrity and cliché. Filipino indie films have been known to reflect, tackle, and give epiphany to the viewers about the reality of the current situation in the country which focus on different facets of social issues.     SYNOPSIS: Lulu (Barbara Miguel) lives a simple yet struggling life due to lack of financial support in an isolated island in the Philippines, together with her brother Luis (Carlos Dala) and her family. After joining...