Netflix's 'Trese' has opened many conversations about the Philippine art scene, one of which is the dynamics between local voice actors and animation studios Filipino animated works (Clockwise) "RPG Metanoia" (2010), "Urduja" (2008), "Trese" (2021), and "Hayop Ka! The Nimfa Dimaano Story" (2020)...
IF YOU COULD READ MY MIND: The four novels today are a mixed bag of delights. We have the latest from crime fiction luminaries Mick Herron and Chris Brookmyre, a newly hailed author from India, and the new one from the author of “The Martian.” ‘Slough House’ by Mick Herron This is the...
Glaiza de Castro and Alexandra Trese When you are truly passionate about a thing, you just can't help but express your love for it—or the lack thereof. That goes the same for the highly-anticipated anime series "Trese." Over the weekend, Filipino fans celebrated the show's premiere on...
Tanya Yuson and Netflix's 'Trese' Meet Tanya Yuson, the executive producer and writer for the Netflix Original anime series, “Trese.” Tanya spent her college life at the University of Southern California under the Peter Stark Producing Program. From the descendant of World War II hero General...
Photos by Dominic Dimagmaliw Seeing " Trese " on Netflix is truly an empowering experience. Not only did it celebrate our culture, it also showed that our folkloric tales have a space for the global stage. Viewers all over the world are introduced to aswangs , engkantos , tikbalangs , and more, as...
Ballet Philippines As the company closes its 51st season, Ballet Philippines (BP) offers its sincere appreciation for its audiences’ support during last season’s launch of BP OnStream. It is with a grateful heart that together, both the company and its audiences have witnessed their dream of...
These shows will surely bring you all the feels Coming-of-age shows are just as inspiring as they are entertaining. The young or young-at-heart can relate to characters' journeys, and for some, even sparked new passion within when life is in limbo. Need something to take that "languishing" feeling?...
Ensuring the future of the country's weaving heritage Photo by Reginald Sarmenta/British Council Weaving is an age-old tradition in the Philippines that was once nearly forgotten but is now gaining international fame. This textile heritage is among the beacons that shine on the country's identity,...
Going beyond the hype: How successful is ‘Trese’ the anime? That an original Filipino graphic novel has made it to Netflix is a source of pride for every Pinoy, there is no doubt—that this said graphic novel is “Trese,” which has inspired an international following since it was first...
Artist Archie Geotina and photographer Bren Lopez-Fuentes capture Pinay surfers in action wearing Filipiniana Ikit Agudo A woman in Filipiniana is an image of grace, elegance, and, of course, beauty. Think of Federico Alcuaz's " Tres Marias " series and Fernando Amorsolo's " Dalagang Bukid...
Are we truly free? Independence Day celebrations have become rather dull over the past years. This year, sadly, is no exemption, especially since the country’s holiday of holidays fell on a weekend—effectively removing the last thing most people look forward to every June 12, which is not...
The artist also broken pieces of bangkas from Bohol in his works "White, Blue, and Black 107" and "Shallow Waters" For many Filipinos living near the coasts and rivers, water is life. It doesn't just provide something to replenish their bodily thirst, but it gives them a backbone for a sustainable...
