If you’re one of the many anime fans who have been using the free access websites KissAnime and KissManga for a decade now and were saddened by the news following their permanent shut down, then this article is for you.   When these sites are visited, you’ll experience errors or get a message on the screen saying “All files are taken down by copyright owners. The site will be closed forever. Thank you for your support.” This was all because of the newly revised Japanese copyright law that was revisited by the country’s parliament last year. Here are other things...

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...

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...

Korean dramas are popular worldwide, partially due to the spread of Korean popular culture and their widespread availability through streaming services which often offer subtitles in multiple languages. K-dramas have been adapted throughout the world and have caused a great impact on other countries. These have attracted attention to their style, fashion, and culture all over the world, especially in the Philippines.     K-Dramas have been around since the early 2000s.  If you’re looking for TV series that is worth watching, you can get lost in and entertain you while practicing social distancing, here’s a list you can binge-watch:...