The LaSallianDirector Christopher Nolan has made a career out of masterfully tinkering with logic, and it is evident in his films. From the moment audiences were introduced to his seminal classic Memento to the recently concluded Dark Knight trilogy, Nolan continues to astound with every movie he has done. Unfortunately, his work hasn’t been without criticism;…
As Lasallians, we are united in our mission and goals set by our alma mater. Those before us that have succeeded in this mission and accomplished these goals have shown us that there is not only one way to do so. They have shown to us that even in our common mission, we can still…
Think pieces on the state of Philippine cinema and television aren’t lacking in the interwebs. Almost everyone and anyone has an “opinion” about why the foundations of local television are crumbling, or why the indie scene of film here is bustling with energy and much needed brisk. However, sometimes, the most common place of things…
We present a list of the most annoying things you’ll encounter during public commute.
Based on the heartwarming play of Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond, Dani Girl explores the reality of cancer from a child’s perspective. In this musical, you’ll get to experience Dani Lyons’ adventures with her teddy bear, Mr. Fritz, and friends Raph and Marty, as she tries to understand the meaning of her cancer and the trivialities that come with it.
Movies are trying to change everything. Studios are listening to the clamor of audiences to tweak the formula or even break the tradition for better storytelling. Not long ago, Hollywood was dead set on pleasing everyone with uplifting animated movies and comedies that exploit people’s boiling points and funny bones. Nowadays, comedies are wittier with…
The Good Wife, a legal drama in the United States, killed off one of its pivotal characters last March 23, 2014. Critically lauded since 2009, the death shocked adoring fans and viewers who have stopped watching the series.
It’s very difficult to look for a film that will tick all of one’s expectations. Judging by a trailer alone would be sketchy and irresponsible, especially now that films are being marketed as “thoughtful and delectable” but end up being plain disappointing.
To the casual viewer, it seems that Hollywood is in a rut. Yes, the land where “reel” dreams come true has started to go on a downward spiral. Financially, the film industry is seeing highs for ticket sales and theater attendance. In terms of story and content, however, the battle between television and cinema is…
Twitter is on a rampage, yet again. At peak hours, the Philippine trends get a jolt of energy as another cultural phenomenon from ABS-CBN graces television screens in the Philippines and the world over. Preceded by the likes of #G2B and #TheVoicePH, this reality show is actually rooted in a literary classic revered around…
