There is an ongoing pursuit of originality in recent media, however, sometimes this drive gets blindsided by the inability to properly give certain elements the buildup and attention it deserves. For a film that discusses music, love, individuality, addiction, and mental illness, A Star is Born is not safe from both appreciation and critique–it hit…
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Be it a haven for collectors of well-loved porcelain figurines or simply a sanctuary for those seeking comfortable solitude, this quaint little nook hidden within the metropolis of Makati is none other than the SamBREW Cafe inside Precious Moments Gift Shop and Restaurant. Having just been reopened after undergoing renovation, Jojo Sonillo, president of Precious Moments…
Oro Reviewed by Samantha Se Oro is based on the true story of a tiny village situated on an isolated island. The islands’ inhabitants make their living by extracting and purifying gold deposits that they collect from a cave near their village. This is a major source of income for the villagers’ families, and most…
Saving Sally Reviewed by Casey Eridio Months before its initial release, Saving Sally popped up in almost everyone’s Facebook news feed. The trailer, which featured the film’s quirky animations and fairytale-esque narration, caught the attention of those who proudly wear the geek badge, as well as those who were simply looking for something different. But…
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Rant and Rave: Live @U27
“I saw them live!” The above quote showcases a myriad of emotions—from unexplainable exhilaration, ecstatic sensations, and wholesome appreciation. Apparently, one of the trends that causes such feelings nowadays is music festivals, an event whose on-goers are usually fans and lovers of bands, DJs, musicians, or music in general. The vibe of jumping up and…
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Rant and Rave: Ghostbusters
“Ain’t no bitches gonna hunt no ghosts,” reads one comment on a YouTube video of the newly formed Ghostbusters, which was uploaded after their first mission. Leader Abby Yates, played by Melissa McCarthy, yelps “Oh!” then decides to read the other comments to decompress. This jarring moment might make some viewers gasp or laugh while…
Many have dubbed the past few years as the “Age of the Comic Book Movie,” with the two leading comic book companies, Marvel and DC, each launching their respective cinematic universes. Several movies featuring heroes and villains from both companies have since been announced, with at least six slated to come out in 2016 alone.…
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Rant and Rave: Lemonade
The zest of half lemon, among other ingredients, accounts for yet another ground-breaking recipe for success. Fans always anticipate the release of the next album of their favorite artists, and Beyoncé’s sixth was definitely no exception to the rule. The sensational event was accompanied by a one-hour film, which unfortunately, was exclusively broadcasted via HBO…
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Rant and Rave: 10 Cloverfield Lane
When the surprise trailer was released a mere two months before the film itself, savvy internet users regarded 10 Cloverfield Lane as another welcome hug from the franchise that birthed the cult found footage hit set in New York. At the same time, it’s both amazing and perplexing to think of how the thriller managed…
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Rant and Rave: The Revenant
It’s Oscar season again, and director Alejandro González Iñárritu is back this year with another seemingly unstoppable film. Iñárritu, director of last year’s Academy Award winner for Best Picture Birdman, is back this year with a movie that seems to be the polar opposite of his last foray into film. The Revenant is the gritty survival…