Three major awards went to Iti Mapukpukaw (The Missing): Best Supporting Actress for Dolly de Leon, NETPAC (Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema) Award, and Best Film at the recently concluded 19th Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival. 'Iti Mapukpukaw' landed the Best Film Award...
This month, we have three novels that wonderfully expand the possibilities of sci-fi and fantasy novels. We also have three crime novels that offer poignant social commentary. Bang Bang Bodhisattva by Aubrey Wood The first 20 pages of this novel is a fast-paced, dizzying blend of the sci-fi...
From left: President of Philippines Halal Trade & Tourism (PHTTE) - Marilou Ampuan, Davao city Councilor - Hon. Al Ryan Alejandre, Immediate Past President of Davao Tourism Association & COO of Al-ag Group - Cherry Al-ag, Honorary Consul to Bangladesh - Hon. Joji Ilagan-Bian, Park Inn by...
Arturo Arsega, Jr.'s line drawings are reminiscent of art class projects where students had to draw faces and figures without lifting their pens or brushes from the paper. The end result may look deceptively simple, but it takes a lot of practice and trial and error to achieve....
The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale, known for its wide selection of books at discounted prices, is returning to Cebu after its successful run in Manila last July. This will be the first time the sale has been held in Cebu since 2019. Books on sale during the Manila run of Big Bad Wolf last July 2023. The...
Mamarachos. Folksy "santos" - pieces of religious art pieces used by early colonial Filipinos. (Photo courtesy of Salcedo Auctions) Salcedo Auctions launches its new program, Private Art, Public Lives, with an exhibition featuring the collection of UnionBank CEO Edwin Bautista and his wife,...
One of the well-crafted films in the 2023 Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival is Jopy Arnaldo’s Gitling . Director and screenwriter Jopy Arnaldo Two strangers meet in Bacolod—one is visiting and one is returning. Jamie (Gabby Padilla) works as a hired translator to Japanese...
In the realm of contemporary art, there are artists who break free from the constraints of convention, pushing boundaries of perception and understanding. Abe Orobia is undoubtedly one of these artists and his recently concluded solo show, “Unconquerable (Turn! Turn! Turn!),” at the Gallery 2...
Coming off its well-attended run in Manila from June 2 to 4, the National Book Development Board’s (NBDB) Philippine Book Festival (PBF) is back—this time in Davao, where it’s part of the 38th Kadayawan Festival. The latest edition of the all Filipino book experience will be held at the SMX...
Emerging and experienced designers alike are invited to submit their design entries to Tropeo Katha, the search for The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM)’s Katha Awards new trophy. The export promotions arm of the Department of Trade and Industry, CITEM...
The much-anticipated annual film festival in the Philippines, Cinemalaya, marked its official opening on August 4 with a screening of "Marupok AF (Where Is The Lie?)." Directed by Quark Henares, the film boasts a stellar cast including EJ Jallorina, Maris Racal, and Royce Cabrera in the lead roles....
"The Victor" is one of the tallest public art installation in the world. Bridgetowne, Robinsons Land's premier destination estate, is embracing the power of public art to shape its future. The emerging estate will soon unveil its masterpiece, "The Victor," the first of many planned public art...
