The LaSallianSix years ago, Glee was born and I was hooked. The catchy marketing campaign, as well as its out-of-the-box premise, had me, as well as millions of others, hook, line, and sinker. However, somewhere along the way, Glee became ‘taboo’. From critically acclaimed, zeitgeist-capturing musical comedy, it became a guilty pleasure only few ever admitted…
The Manila International Book Fair (MIBF), now on its 36th edition, has become somewhat of a pilgrimage for Filipino lit lovers and bookworms. Known for its bargain prices, with discount rates as high as 90% off, and sightings of local and international authors, the MIBF has become an annual staple for those looking to satiate…
You’ve probably pictured something like this: finally coming home at the end of the day, sitting down on your sofa, stretching out your arms and legs, and taking in a deep breath. You’ve done it. You’ve passed all the paperwork you spent hours and hours on. You’ve bid farewell to the last professor you had…
Poignant romantic comedies always seem to be a fluke these days. Tropes — like the guy who can’t commit or the woman with the klutzy but sunny disposition — have been played on for so long that they leave a bad taste in the mouth. It’s hard to stay hopeful for a good romantic comedy…
Looking for a quick weekend getaway right in the heart of the Metro? Calling all bookworms, aspiring writers, pop culture junkies, and art enthusiasts! From August 28 to 30, Raffles Makati and National Bookstore will be hosting the Philippine Literary Festival, a three-day event consisting of panel discussions, book signings, and author talks facilitated by…
The idea of the mundane turning into the amazing has been ingrained into the minds of audiences by Pixar for years. Toys coming to life when their owner isn’t there? Toy Story proved that viable. The urban legend of monsters living underneath a kid’s bed came to life in the form of Monsters Inc. A…
The current Lasallian summer break is unlike anything the University’s students have ever seen before: roughly four months of unbridled freedom, at least for those who have opted not to take Special Term. This newfound sense of liberty, of course, will be spent in different strokes by different folks. For some people, though, there is…
Summer offers a chance to explore uncharted territories and to take up new hobbies and activities. However, more than a month into this year’s long summer, the thrill of activities may have already gotten stale and uninviting. Thankfully, literature provides all those who are weary of heat and boredom the ability to visit new sights…
On July 19, 2007, American network AMC launched its first original drama, a big gamble for a basic cable channel mostly known for airing old and obscure films. Reportedly costing over $3 million, the pilot episode of Mad Men was a huge risk. What was the pitch? A period drama set during the 1960s and…
Everyone knows books are often discussed and talked about in the confines of a classroom. Whether these books are timeless classics or contemporary titles that have made a splash in the literary scene, many enjoy a healthy discussion on literature. However, it becomes difficult to find outside the halls of school. Enter Fully Booked, with…
