Vivienne Tan
A poem by
Jude Bautista
Asian eyes what mysteries
do you hold?
Vivienne Tan
They inspire me with lust
that cannot be contained
Vivienne Tan
Your graceful face eases
the burden of my life
Vivienne Tan
Denying it is futile I am
powerless from the inevitable
path of love
Vivienne Tan
(Center) French Pres. Francoise Hollande (left) Manila Mayor Joeph Estrada & (right) Vice Admiral Jesse Millan at the Rizal monument; during Pres. Hollande’s State visit to the Philippines last Feb 26, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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By Jude Bautista
This year French President Françoise Hollande visited the Philippines to commemorate 20 years of diplomatic ties. In reality France has had a longer more established relationship with the Philippines through cinema. Nora Aunor’s work made her return to Cannes through TAKLUB directed by Brillante Mendoza. Based on the story of Yolanda survivors highlighting the dangers of climate change the film earned the Ecumenical Jury Prize-Special Mention.
While Mendoza has won several awards from Cannes in recent years, Aunor’s connection to the fest goes further to BONA. The Lino Brocka directed film was screened at the Director’s Fortnight in 1981.
Nora Aunor raises her Cinemalaya Best Actress Award for HUSTISYA (Director’s Showcase Category) at the CCP last August 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Apart from the awards he won at Cannes, Mendoza also had a French co production-starring actress Isabelle Huppert and Angel Aquino in the film CAPTIVE in 2012. This year’s French film festival also features the latest co production in ABOVE THE CLOUDS directed by Pepe Diokno.
The French Film Festival celebrates its 20th year of bringing critically acclaimed films and blockbusters to local audiences. The festival aims to promote French culture and, at the same time, support the local film industry by screening and paying tribute to classic and contemporary Philippine films.
SAINT LAUREN is a riveting biopic on one of the most influential designers of our time. It is one of the many movies you can watch at the French Film Festival 2015 running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig.
The French Film Festival will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig. Similar to last year, tickets for each screening are priced at P100.00 to cover the operational costs of the cinema. Tickets are available at the box office or through http://www.sureseats.com.
La Famille Bélier (The Bélier Family) is one of the many movies you can watch at the French Film Festival 2015. It will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig.
Brillante Mendoza’s Taklub to be honored at the French Film Festival
To commemorate the two decade run of the French Film Festival, two films will be screened at the red carpet opening night on June 3 at Greenbelt 5. The opening French film, La Famille Bélier (The Bélier Family), tells the story of a provincial deaf-mute family that must deal with the desire of their daughter to study music in Paris. On the same night, Taklub, Brillante Mendoza’s latest film and the only Philippine entry to the Un Certain Regard section of the 2015 Cannes Film Festival, will be premiering at the festival’s red carpet opening night.
Amb Gilles Garachon; The French Film Festival will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
TAKLUB will be the opening film of the French Film fest. Ambassador Gilles Garachon was very much impressed with Nora Aunor in TAKLUB, “Her performance is breathtaking. I think she personifies the Filipina, very courageous, very dedicated not showing off. The way she plays is minimal but very efficient way. She communicates emotions easily so it’s very moving.”
Center: Amb Gilles Garachon left: Alliance Francaise de Manille Dir. Patrick Deyvant and French Counselor for Cooperation and Cultural Affairs Michel Villar. The French Film Festival will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
Garachon was also very touched with how modest Aunor is in person after meeting her, “I googled her before going into the theater just to see. I saw her in google in make up. But when she visited the embassy she was very very casual. I saw the Lacoste t-shirt but she was casual and nice. It was very casual, two human beings speaking and it was very pleasant. She told me about Cannes with a very nice sense of humor. If she could be at the opening that would be very meaningful.”
Amb Gilles Garachon & Eagle Broadcasting Producer Feamor Tiosen. The French Film Festival will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
On a personal note Amb Garachon will be wrapping up his term in the Philippines by the end of June. For him his host country has been a special experience, It was a wonderful experience I’ve been here 3 and a half years. It was the first time for me in the Philippines. I’ve been to Boracay as a tourist. So it was a fascinating discovery because of the people. The country is amazing and beautiful with a lot of sceneries beautiful beaches and historical places. But the real prize is the people. The Filipino people for me is no.1. People are very nice but with a great sense of humor. Everyday here is joyful and nice a real privilege to work and live in the Philippines. The past 3 years will be absolutely unforgettable for my family and me. I think and hope we have become a part of the Filipino family. Definitely we feel at home here, we shall come back as tourists.”
Filmmaker Pepe Diokno is showing ABOVE THE CLOUDS in August locally. The French Film Festival will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
Pepe Diokno’s ABOVE THE CLOUDS & BROTHERHOOD
Pepe Diokno, with his film Above the Clouds, is the first recipient of the World Cinema Fund granted by the France’s Ministry of Culture and Communication, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Development, and Institut Français. This fund seeks to provide funding for joint French and Filipino co-productions.
La Belle et la bête (Beauty and the Beast) is one of the many movies you can watch at the French Film Festival 2015. It will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig.
Moreover, the Centre National du Cinéma et de l’Image Animée (CNC) signed a cooperation agreement with the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) to facilitate the establishment of a National Film Archives for the conservation of Philippine film heritage.
from left: Business World reporter Zsarlene Chua, PDI Writer Bayani San Diego & Filmmaker Pepe Diokno. The French Film Festival will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
Diokno talked about the French role in the post production work on ABOVE THE CLOUDS starring Pepe Smith and Rue Madrid. After qualifying for a grant called Aide De Cinema Du Monde, the World Cinema Support Grant he was able to get funding to the tune of 110,000 Euros. A prestigious French production company called UNLIMITED helped with the facilities and technical expertise.
Diokno explains, “Last year I was in Paris close to 4 months to do post production on our film. We did editing, sound editing, sound mixing, color grading, mastering. It was a really really beautiful experience. It was good because the first thing our French co producer said was, they’re here not to make a French film they’re here to make a Filipino film first and foremost. It just so happened to be supported by France. That’s one of the best things working with the French to them its all about the soul of a film. Working with them was about that. My upcoming film KAPATIRAN (BROTHERHOOD) which is about lawschool hazing was just invited to the Paris co production village next month. So I’m going back to Paris to meet with co producers under NCS agents.”
Filmmaker Pepe Diokno is showing ABOVE THE CLOUDS in August locally. The French Film Festival will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
It was very much collaboration between Diokno, editors foley artists and other creative and technical people. Being exposed to the hallowed halls of the Louvre or the Cinematheque was also a source of inspiration. The people who worked with according to him are more than happy to share their expertise here in the Philippines.
Diokno added, “The kinds of people we worked with in France, we had someone who worked with Michelle Gondry, we had a guy who just won a French Oscar. Those were the level we were working with. But one ofthem turned to me and said you know what your actor looks like Billy Joe Crawford. Kilala pala nila si Billy Joe Crawford. They’d expressed interest to come here just to travel and do a workshop for free. I intend to hold them up to that promise.”
Alliance Francaise de Manille Dir. Patrick Deyvant invites people to attend CINEMIX a concert w DJ Oof on June 5 at 8pm at Greenbelt 3 Park. The French Film Festival will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
Cinémix live in Manila
In addition to the film screenings, this year’s festival goes beyond cinema with a concert on June 5, 8:00pm at the Greenbelt 3 Park. French DJ Oof will be fusing electro and cinema with the Cinémix project. Cinémix is a collection of reinterpretations of French soundtracks from the 1960s and 1970s synced to videos flashed onscreen. Entrance is free of charge.
SAINT LAUREN is a riveting biopic on one of the most influential designers of our time. It is one of the many movies you can watch at the French Film Festival 2015 running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig.
An evening of fashion closes the 20th French Film Festival
This year’s festival ends with glamour and style with a fashion night hosted by L’Officiel Manila and the SSI Group, Inc. at the Central Square, Bonifacio High Street on June 9. Capturing the essence of France as one of the world’s fashion capitals, guests would be able to enjoy special shopping perks and discounts offered by the various brands housed by Central Square.
Amb Gilles Garachon; The French Film Festival will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
The 20th French Film Festival is organized by the Embassy of France to the Philippines, Institut Français, the Alliance française de Manille and Cebu, in cooperation with the Ayala Malls Cinemas, Bonifacio High Street and Greenbelt. This event would have not been possible without the support of the platinum sponsors: SSI Group, Inc., Beauty Bar, Eden Park, Lacoste, L’Occitane, Oliviers & Co., and Vilebrequin; gold sponsors ThinkBIT and Chateau; bronze sponsors Delsey, Kickers, Sledgers, Peugeot, Bizu, Le Cellier, Don Papa, Monin and TWG; and media partners ANC, the Philippine Daily Inquirer, BusinessWorld, High Life, HerWord.com, L’Officiel Manila and Rogue Media, Art Plus Magazine, Expat News, Mellow 94.7 Sounds Good, and Spot.ph.
For more information and for the screening schedule, visit www.frenchfilmfest.com.
La Belle et la bête (Beauty and the Beast) is one of the many movies you can watch at the French Film Festival 2015. It will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig.
Benjamin Barois (Vincent Lacoste); Catch HIPPOCRATE and other titles at the French Film Festival 2015. It will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig.
Written by
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Before anything else Benjamin Barois (Vincent Lacoste) should have seen the literal writing on the wall. The young intern with Josh Grobin’s curly hair and boyish face tries to find his hospital assigned quarters. He walks through a dingy hallway lit by dusty fluorescent lamps. There’s graffiti all over, he passes a green door having a penis drawn with a marker. Benjamin finds his room and sees the words written above his bed: “Your future depends on your dreams. Don’t waste time.” Beside it as if in response, “Go to bed.”
Graffiti in Benjamin’s decrepit hospital quarters; Catch HIPPOCRATE and other titles at the French Film Festival 2015. It will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig.
HIPPOCRATE (English title Hippocrates) is one of many titles in the French Film Festival running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig. Similar to last year, tickets for each screening are priced at P100.00 to cover the operational costs of the cinema. Tickets are available at the box office or through http://www.sureseats.com. Log on to visit www.frenchfilmfest.com for schedules and synopses of films.
Abdel Rezza (Reda Kateb) & Dr. Denormandy (Marianne Denicourt). Catch HIPPOCRATE and other titles at the French Film Festival 2015. It will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig.
Nothing in med school could have prepared Benjamin for the challenges of internship. Just like anywhere, he finds out the hard way the best medical solution isn’t what is applied in the real world. Doctors always have to make life and death decisions but only if it was THAT simple. There are so many other things going on that prevent them from giving the ‘best’ care and even that is never clear cut. Sometimes the best treatment is to ease the pain of a dying patient. Economics, budgetary constraints, lack of qualified staff all contribute to sometimes disastrous consequences.
Benjamin Barois (Vincent Lacoste); Catch HIPPOCRATE and other titles at the French Film Festival 2015. It will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig.
Lead actor Vincent Lacoste was also recently cast in ASTERIX AND OBELIX: GOD SAVE BRITANNIA with Gérard Depardieu (Obelix) and Catherine Deneuve as the Queen of England, Lacoste was cast as Goudurix. For his role in THE FRENCH KISSERS he won the Lumières Award for Most Promising Actor.
HOUSE is popular in Paris hospitals. Catch HIPPOCRATE and other titles at the French Film Festival 2015. It will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig.
In almost every scene, patients and staff watch medical TV series HOUSE, often criticizing his theories and diagnoses but are otherwise glued to the drama. The statement is that real world problems aren’t’ truly resolved within the confines of the 45 minute TV episode. Which is true not just in the film but everywhere else.
Abdel Rezza (Reda Kateb); Catch HIPPOCRATE and other titles at the French Film Festival 2015. It will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig.
Everyone’s just trying to get by doing the best they can. Overworked doctors release pent up stress by smoking and the occasional party. Abdel Rezza (Reda Kateb) is a French Algerian doctor trying to establish himself in Paris. In real life Kateb is the grandnephew of the Algerian writer Kateb Yacine. His portrayal of Abdel, serious demeanor reveals his determination to earn enough money to bring his wife and daughter to France. He played the role balancing the bookish nature with natural concern for patients. Kateb was rewarded with the Cesar award for Best Supporting Actor.
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Dr. Denormandy (Marianne Denicourt); Catch HIPPOCRATE and other titles at the French Film Festival 2015. It will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig.
Marianne Denicourt plays the tough Hospital administrator Dr. Denormandy. Her undeniably attractive Gaelic features make her an even more intimidating figure. Those deep-set blue eyes with dark brown hair commands attention more than her lofty position. Denicourt is a screenwriter, actor and director. She has 2 documentaries to her credit both fighting for women’s rights in Afghanistan: A HOUSE IN KABUL and NASSIMA, A CONFISCATED LIFE.
The original French Connection starring Gene Hackman was a huge commercial & critical success in 1971.
This year’s selection in the French Film festival has something for everyone from animation for the kids 108 Rois-Démons (108 Demon-Kings) to comedies ME MYSELF & MUM and DANS LA COUR (In the Courtyard). But I am personally excited to watch the action packed LA FRENCH. The original French Connection starring Gene Hackman was one of the first films to elevate the car chase in the 1970s. This 2014 version promises to be more glamorized and larger than life, with more complex action sequences. No American cops here only Jean Dujardin as a new magistrate trying to battle the most powerful international heroin ring. Dujardin won the Oscar Best Actor for THE ARTIST. The result is a cooler, suave hero in the French tradition.
LA FRENCH is an updated & glamorized French Connection starring Oscar winning actor Jean Dujardin. Catch LA FRENCH and other titles at the French Film Festival 2015. It will be running from June 3 to 9, 2015 at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas in Makati City and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas in Taguig.
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The 2015 NBA Finals series has been one of the most exciting in history with Games 1 & 2 going to overtime.
Written by
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For the record, the CLEVELAND Cavaliers just tied the series 1-1, 95-93. This has to be one of the tightest, most exciting finals series I’ve seen. For the first time in finals history games 1 & 2 have gone to overtime. But most observers believe the Golden State Warriors will still be eventual champions.
The headline for 2014 was Lebron’s return to his hometown of CLEVELAND.
Personally, I have a strong affinity with the Warriors. San Francisco is the only U.S. city that I have gotten to know. 15 years ago, the team was one of the worst in the NBA. But I couldn’t care less. In the Philippines basketball is a religion, being able to watch an NBA game live is a dream come true.
San Francisco aka THE CITY, Oakland aka THE TOWN, they both call the Golden State Warriors their team.
The Warriors is a team the Bay Area could really unite and get into. I remember the Oakland Raiders getting to the AFC finals when I was there in 2000. The Baltimore Ravens beat them as AFC champs 16-3. But obviously not everyone was behind them in the Bay Area as San Francisco also had the 49ers. In baseball it’s the Oakland A’s and the San Francisco Giants. For basketball’s most prestigious league, however, it was the Golden State Warriors or nothing for The City (San Francisco) and The Town (Oakland).
San Francisco aka THE CITY, Oakland aka THE TOWN, they both call the Golden State Warriors their team.
Coincidentally the Bay Area is home to two large ethnic Asian groups. The 2000 census had the official number at 320,000 Filipinos. But I honestly think it’s far greater (about double or more). You could easily walk downtown and hear a few people passing by speaking in Tagalog. So you can imagine alot of our Fil-Am kababyans rejoicing with a Warriors championship.
JP Nebres a long time Warriors fan shoots his fellow Filipino Americans tailgating outside the Oracle Arena.
Nayah Damasen on giant screen while singing the Star Spangled Banner. Photo by Greg Nelson for Sports Illustrated. From SI fb page: https://www.facebook.com/SportsIllustrated/photos/a.10150607059961367.377609.14553116366/10152820772231367/?type=1&theater
It’s no surprise they’ve chosen Fil-Am Nayah Damasen to sing the Star Spangled Banner the past couple of years. The talented 10 year old gained recognition since the Western Conference Finals and Game 1 of this championship series. The Warriors have won each game she sings the anthem in this year’s playoffs. IF the Irish can lay claim to Boston, I think us Pinoys can consider The City as our second home.
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Thousands lined up in Bonifacio High Street just to get a glimpse of the King Lebron James.
Although back here in Manila, the old country, there are quite a few LeBron James fans. There were thousands, people lined up for blocks when Nike brought King James here at their Bonifacio High Street outlet. As I’m sure there are Pinoy fans in Cleveland as well, it’s just that the Filipino connection is far stronger with the Warriors.
Cavs power forward Kevin Love was in Manila 2014 for the Master’s Game Face Challenge with PBA stars Chris Tiu and Marc Pingris.
Master Facial Wash also brought all-star power forward Kevin Love for the Master Game face challenge. The SMART Araneta Coliseum was filled to watch the exhibition game that also featured PBA stars Chris Tiu, Marc Pingris and many more.
Kyrie Irving had a crucial block on Steph Curry at the end of regulation to send Game 1 to overtime.
One might wonder if LBJ’s decision to abandon the Miami HEAT may have had some karmic effect on Kevin Love’s season ending injury. The CAVS would definitely be a better team with both Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love healthy. One never knows how our actions can come back to haunt and harm us in the future even if those affected never get back at us.
from left: Cavs All stars Kevin Love & Kyrie Irving have been lost to injury but Cleveland is still going ALL IN with LeBron James.
The second large Asian ethnic group in the Bay area is even more obvious. San Francisco is home to the oldest and largest Chinatown. To be accurate there are innumerable nationalities and races that live in The City. My point is the large Filipino and Chinese communities will definitely be behind their beloved Golden State Warriors.
Golden State Warriors with the Oakland Bay Bridge on the left and the Golden Gate Bridge on the right signifying their home is in the whole Bay Area and not just either city.
Stephen Curry has won the 2015 MVP and will soon have his first NBA ring.
I STILL BELIEVE The Warriors are Champs
There’s no doubt in anyone’s mind that LeBron James can easily be one of the best to play the game EVER. He’s certainly in the top 5 of anyone’s list. People say he’s far more athletically gifted than either Michael Jordan or Magic Johnson. Thing is basketball is a team game. You need a whole team to work together.
left: Current 2015 MVP Steph Curry faces 4-time MVP winner LeBron James in the Finals
NOT even three hall of fame players can guarantee you a championship. LeBron learned that the hard way in Miami, even with Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade they were beaten by Dallas Mavericks in their first year (2011). MIAMI got their acts together and won two titles back to back (2012/2013) until the Spurs beat them again in 2014.
Cavs Stars from left: Timofey Mozgov, Tristan Thompson, LeBron James & Kevin Love
The problem is not that the Cavaliers don’t have enough good players. Even with Kevin Love and Kyrie Irving injured they still have a decent frontline in Timofey Mozgov, Tristan Thompson and an emerging point guard in Matthew Dellavedova who hit crucial free throws / plays in game 2. J.R. Smith is talented, Shawn Marion & James Jones have more finals experience than the whole Warriors roster.
Dellavedova played better defense than Irving on Steph Curry on Game 2.
Splash Brothers Steph Curry & Klay Thompson.
The difference is that The Golden State Warriors work better together as a team. Of course the Splash Brothers: Stephen Curry & Klay Thompson always gets the headlines. They’re certainly splashy to watch with their fancy passes, dunks and 3 pt bombs. But everything really is a team effort whether on offense or defense. Every single player’s passing is snappy and quick, finding the open man, the best player to score and its not always one of the Splash Brothers. Harrison Barnes made a crucial trey at overtime to put them up permanently 108-100 in game 1.
The Warriors’ Harrison Barnes is called the Black Falcon.
Apart from Le Bron James and Kevin Love (who’s injured). Golden State has Cleveland beat in every player position. Steph Curry is the current MVP and is also the 2015 3point Foot Locker Champ as well.
Stephen Curry has won the 2015 MVP and will soon have his first NBA ring.
Andre Iguodala has been the epitome of self-sacrifice for the Golden State Warriors.
Andre Iguodala is the epitome of self-sacrifice that the whole Warriors team has bought into. He was a former All Star turned sixth man. He was a starter for most of his career, it took some convincing but his better defense and scoring is a boost off the bench. His defense on LBJ didn’t prevent the big numbers (44pts in Gm 1/39-Gm2). But made him struggle in ‘key plays’ especially in the last 2 minutes. Every single player knows their role and does it well: Andrew Bogut, Shaun Livingston, Festus Ezeli and Leandro Barbosa.
Rookie head coach Steve Kerr will lead his young players to their first NBA Championship. The Golden State Warriors won the championship in 1947 and 1975.
Is it just me or does Draymond Green look like Martin Lawrence’s twin brother? Green is a great example of Defense, passing and rebounding. FYI Martin Lawrence is alive and well in spite of an Internet death hoax. The BIG MOMMA and BAD BOYS star is not in any way related to Draymond Green except with their similarities in facial and goatee features.
left: GSW’s hyperactive Draymond Green has strong likeness to Hollywood star Martin Lawrence (right) who is alive & well no thanks to fake internet death rumors.
Even former All Star David Lee who has hardly seen playing time in the finals has bought into the team concept: “We’ll just see what happens. I love it here. We have accomplished a lot here. We’ll see once the season’s over. The most important thing, though, is getting this ring first and then worrying about that later.” Quoted by Scott Howard Cooper in his story: ‘Lee focused on Finals now, uncertain future later’
IN spite of being benched David Lee still wants to stay with the Warriors.
The statement is significant especially with the imminence of Lee being traded as he admitted. It’s going to be a really tough and exciting series. But the Warriors are a true team in every sense of the word that’s why they’ll be the 2015 champs.
The Warriors work better together as a team vs the Cavs and the rest of the league. That’s why they’re going to be champs.
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The 2015 NBA Finals series has been one of the most exciting in history with Games 1 & 2 going to overtime.
Russian star Timofey Mozgov stepped up his game to fill the void of losing Kevin Love to injury.
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Klay Thompson lead the Warriors in scoring with 34 pts for Gm 2.
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right: Current 2015 MVP Steph Curry faces 4-time MVP winner LeBron James in the Finals.
Dellavedova played better defense than Irving on Steph Curry on Game 2.
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far left: Matthew Dellavedova has taken over the injured Kyrie Irving’s staring line up spot and has done well so far.
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Russian star Timofey Mozgov stepped up his game to fill the void of losing Kevin Love to injury.
ALL IN: the Cavs tagline for the 2015 finals.
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Cavs power forward Kevin Love was in Manila 2014 for the Master’s Game Face Challenge with PBA stars Chris Tiu and Marc Pingris.
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Junix Inocian as Gabriel John Utterson in Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde”. It ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Photo by Jude Bautista
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We are all still in shock with the news of the death of Filipino theater stalwart Junix Inocian. PDI Lifestyle broke the clearer news of a possible cardiac arrest and the circumstances of how his body was discovered in his flat last Friday, June 12, 2015.
from right: Junix Inocian (Gabriel John Utterson) , Jack Salud (Simon Stride) and Oliver Usison (General Lord Glossop /Minister) in Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde”. Photo by Jude Bautista
Junix shot to fame as the original cast of Miss Saigon in 1989 but has had countless theater and film roles in London and even Hollywood. His last film role was in MORTDECAI with Johnny Depp released January of this year. I can still remember him as the wide-eyed Kuya Mario in BATIBOT, children’s show. BATIBOT has since been revived by TV5 with new characters and is still one of the leading children’s shows that promote Filipino language and culture.
from left: The Dawn front man Jett Pangan as the lead role with Junix Inocian (Gabriel John Utterson). Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde” ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Photo by Jude Bautista
The PDI article cited a facebook post by widow Luna Griño-Inocian confirming the loss. Incidentally, I was able to photograph her Thursday night June 11 before the news broke out .The event where I shot her was the 7th Gawad Buhay awards show—the Philippine equivalent of the Tony’s. Luna is herself a playwright/screenwriter.
from right: Jingay Kaimo, Luna Griño-Inocian, Ana Sta Maria, Santi Sta Maria, Gawad Buhay Manging Dir Audie Gemora and Raul Montesa. The 7th PHILSTAGE GAWAD BUHAY AWARDS NIGHT was held at the CCP Little Theater last June 11, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
The timing of his death was in a way auspicious. It was when we here in the Philippines were celebrating theater’s best talents via the Gawad Buhay awards just a day before the news spread online. Inocian himself loved Philippine theater having countless shows with Repertory Philippines.
They gang up on The Dawn front man Jett Pangan (center) as Dr. Jekyll from right: Red Nuestro (Bishop of Basingstoke), Jamie Inocian (Sir Archibald Proops)
, Oliver Usison (General Lord Glossop /Minister) and Reuben Uy (Lord Savage). Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde” ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Photo by Jude Bautista
In spite of having a thriving acting career abroad he was able to demonstrate his love for his roots when he came back here 2012. I was fortunate enough to photograph Junix during his return to stage here in Manila for Jekyll & Hyde in 2012. Most of the photos here are from that musical. The lead star of the musical Jett Pangan was almost in awe of the dozens of plays and musicals of Inocian’s work in Repertory Philippines alone.
The Dawn front man Jett Pangan as the title role with Junix Inocian (Gabriel John Utterson). Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde” ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Photo by Jude Bautista
The Dawn vocalist and esteemed theater actor Jett Pangan was in the lead role of Jekyll & Hyde along with Michael Stuart WIlliams. Jett described his experience, “Junix Inocian was an absolute ball to work with. He loved cracking jokes offstage but very professional once the work starts. He knew how to lighten everyone’s load. His acting. Never over the top but got his character across, a true icon.”
from left: Michael Williams as Dr. Jekyll/Mr.Hyde, direk Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo and Junix Inocian (Gabriel John Utterson). Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyderan from March 16-April 15, 2012. Photo by Jude Bautista
The director of ‘Jekyll’ Menchu Lauchengco Yulo was very proud to have him as part of the cast then. Menchu has since moved on from that post to Artistic Director in Resort’s World Manila. She also plays Madre De Dios, leader of super heroes in the grand musical KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADIG LADY. After receiving rave reviews it will have a second run in July at On Stage Greenbelt.
from right: Junix Inocian (Gabriel John Utterson) and Mayen Bustamante-Cadd (Lady Beaconsfield) in Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde”. Photo by Jude Bautista
I asked her to give her thoughts and fondest memories of Junix, “My fondest memory of JUNIX is his ability to make me laugh. We started in Repertory at the same time. 1978 A Fiddler On The Roof. When I started being given supporting and lead roles, I use to be very nervous… JUNIX saw that and would always find ways to relax me. I love him for that. So naturally when I heard he was gonna be in town for Jekyll &Hyde I offered him a role immediately. It was a dream come true to direct him and he was so proud of how far I had come; from very insecure and shy performer to actress and director and then associate artistic director for Repertory.”
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Menchu on Junix contribution to Philippine theater: “If I am not mistaken, he was the first Filipino engineer to take over from Jonathan Price. And he crossed over to playing Deuteronomy in Cats in the West End. He has done lots of work for the BBC and a series of movies in London. He has shown the world what true Filipino talent is, and has opened the door to many other Filipino theater actors.”
Cris Villonco was Emma Carew in Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde”. It ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Cris Villonco is also in BITUING WALANG NINGNING at Resorts World Manila opening on June 18, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
from right: Michael Williams (Dr. Jekyll/Mr.Hyde) and Cris Villonco (Emma Carew). Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde” ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Cris Villonco is also in BITUING WALANG NINGNING at Resorts World Manila opening on June 17, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Michael Stuart Williams is also one of the premiere names in Philippine theater. His most recent role is Mitzi in Resort’s World Manila’s Priscilla Queen of the Desert. The adaptation produced by Full House garnered 3 major awards: Outstanding Female Featured Performance in a Musical (Bituin Escalante), Outstanding Male Lead Performance in a Musical (Red Concepcion) and Outstanding Production of Existing Material for a Musical. Williams is also co- Artistic Director in Resort’s World Manila.
RWM Grp: from right: Nominee (Outstanding Costume) Edgar San Diego, (Outstanding Choreography) Nancy Crowe, RWM Creative Technical Dir Sviatlana Burkun, (Outstanding Prod. of Existing Material for a Musical) RWM CEO & VP for Entertainment Colin Kerr, RWM Artistic Dir. Menchu Lauchengco Yulo, (Female Featured Perf. In a Musical awardee) Bituin Escalante and Ultimate Production Mng Dir. Christine Manalang. The 7th PHILSTAGE GAWAD BUHAY AWARDS NIGHT was held at the CCP Little Theater last June 11, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Williams and Junix have also worked together in Repertory Philippines: “Junix was always the jokester. There was never a dull moment with him around. This is not to say that he never took any of the work seriously. In fact, he was the go to guy if you wanted someone to thresh out a scene with. He always had a ready smile and a gag to lighten your day. It was like old times. You see, I was very young when I started and Junix had already been in Rep for a while. Then there was our stint in London for Miss Saigon. So having him back working on stage with me in Rep was like a coming home of sorts.
RWM group from right: Outstanding Male Lead Performance in a Musical Red Concepcion, Outstanding Prod. of Existing Material for a Musical RWM CEO & VP for Entertainment Colin Kerr, Jon Santos, RWM Artistic Dir Michael Stewart Williams & RWM Creative Technical Dir Sviatlana Burkun. The 7th PHILSTAGE GAWAD BUHAY AWARDS NIGHT was held at the CCP Little Theater last June 11, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
from right Junix Inocian (Gabriel John Utterson), Hans Eckstein (Bisset)
and Cara Barredo (Swing). Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde” ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Photo by Jude Bautista
Williams adds that Junix had that charisma that directors like Bibot Amador and even Cameron Mackintosh needed, “Junix went against all the stereotypes. He was not conventionally handsome or super buff or anything like that and yet he would get great roles in Rep purely on his acting chops. That is to say he was handsome but not in a conventional way (like the Richard Gomez or Piolo Pascual leading men of today). His was more substance than style. Bibot knew she could count on him to deliver and he always did. And of course this was recognized by Cameron in London. I think that this is his contribution. He was consistently good and for all those who came after him, he was a shining example of dedication to one’s craft.”
from right Junix Inocian (Gabriel John Utterson), Kalila Aguilos (Lucy Harris)
, Jett Pangan (Dr. Jekyll / Mr. Hyde) and Cris Villonco (Emma Carew). Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde” ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Photo by Jude Bautista
Ballet Philippines’ from left: (Female lead Perf. Classical Dance) Denise Parungao, Dennis Marasigan (La Revolucion Filipina Librettist), BP Artistic Dir. Paul Alexander Morales, and (Male lead Perf. Classical Dance) Earl John Arisola. The 7th PHILSTAGE GAWAD BUHAY AWARDS NIGHT was held at the CCP Little Theater last June 11, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Theater actor, playwright and film director Dennis Marasigan posted this on his fb page: “The world is sadder with the passing of Junix Inocian, a true man of the theater — an actor and a technical theater person. I first met him in Dumaguete when he was still a Technical Director at the Luce Auditorium, then in Repertory Philippines where his performances in Pirates of Penzance and Fiddler on the Roof, among many others, were imprinted in my memory.”
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Dennis Marasigangoes on, “When I was in London during the Miss Saigon days, I became his guest at one of the performances when he played the Engineer, touring me backstage before the show, and even driving me home after. He always seemed to have fun in whatever role he was doing, whether it was the lead or chorus. His greatest contribution would probably his body of work, which was always excellent, yet it never seemed to get into his head or his personality. Words will not suffice to express the grief I know I share with those who know him, more so for those who consider him family. Condolences to his loved ones, and may his soul find eternal rest.”
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Cris Villonco was Emma Carew in Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde”. It ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Cris Villonco is also in BITUING WALANG NINGNING at Resorts World Manila opening on June 18, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
The Dawn front man Jett Pangan as the lead role with Kalila Aguilos as the seductive Lucy Harris. Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde” ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Photo by Jude Bautista
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The Dawn front man Jett Pangan is an accomplished actor with the lead role in Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde”. It ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Photo by Jude Bautista
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from right: Junix Inocian (Gabriel John Utterson), Michael Williams (Dr. Jekyll/Mr.Hyde), Jett Pangan (Dr. Jekyll/Mr.Hyde), Cris Villonco (Emma Carew) and Kalila Aguilos ( Lucy Harris). Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde” ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Cris Villonco was Emma Carew in Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde”. It ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Cris Villonco is also in BITUING WALANG NINGNING at Resorts World Manila opening on June 18, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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The Dawn gives full support for Jett from left: bassist Buddy Zabala, Beth Pangan, guitarist Kenneth Ilagan, Jett Pangan and drummer Junboy Leonor. Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde”. It ran until April 22, 2012 at On Stage Greenbelt. Photo by Jude Bautista
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The Dawn front man Jett Pangan as the lead role with Kalila Aguilos as the seductive Lucy Harris. Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde” ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Cara Barredo (Swing) in Repertory Phil.’s “Jekyll & Hyde” which ran from March 16-April 15, 2012. Photo by Jude Bautista
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My Delicate, My Vixen,
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Haru (Aya Ueto) turned down the proposal a second time feeling she is not worthy because of her failed marriage: “They say I am impertinent neither meek nor gentle.” Dennai (Toshiyuki Nishida), “If you are neither meek nor gentle my son needs a wife with spirit and life.” He goes down on his knees and begs her to marry him.
from left: Kimiko Yo (Mitsu Funaki), Kengo Kora (Yasunobu Funaki), Aya Ueto (Haru) and Toshiyuki Nishida (Dennai Funaki). Watch A TALE OF SAMURAI COOKING: A TRUE LOVE STORY on Screen Red.
The dialogue above is from A TALE OF SAMURAI COOKING: A TRUE LOVE STORY. The Japanese title is Warrior’s Menu (Bushi no Kondate). This Japanese film is airing in cable channel SCREEN RED. Check out the link here for schedules on this and other hits from Korea, Hong Kong and other Asian cinema.
A TALE OF SAMURAI COOKING: A TRUE LOVE STORY.
The Japanese title is Warrior’s Menu (Bushi no Kondate).
A TALE OF SAMURAI COOKING: A TRUE LOVE STORY is a compelling saga of Samurai culture through cuisine. The story written by Michio Kashiwada, Yukiko Yamamuro, and writer/director for this film Yuzo Asahara is unique in revealing that samurai spirit is not only about warfare or violence but also of honor and peace. Through every meal there’s a message of peace between the people who prepare and partake of it. Ingredients gathered from the remotest places like mountainous areas to the coastline are used to symbolize the harmony of the kingdoms.
Ingredients from all over the domain were gathered for the huge banquet. Watch A TALE OF SAMURAI COOKING: A TRUE LOVE STORY on Screen Red.
The film also goes against the grain of the stereotypical submissive Japanese wife. Haru is the central character and often displays common sense and reason greater than her husband Yasonobu (Kengo Kora).
This preparation was a gift from Haru to Lady Shinnoyin. Watch A TALE OF SAMURAI COOKING: A TRUE LOVE STORY on Screen Red.
Synopsis
Unless you’re intimately familiar with the Edo period in Japanese history, some dialogue and background information in the film would be helpful in appreciating the film better.
Samurai class of chefs. Watch A TALE OF SAMURAI COOKING: A TRUE LOVE STORY on Screen Red.
The Funaki clan is part of the Samurai class, which serves the Lords as chef. This is a double purpose, not only are they supposed to be skilled in cooking but is also a security measure. Those were chaotic times with upheavals and power struggles within royal clans. Assassination attempts include poisoning apart from deadly armed assault.
Toshiyuki Nishida as Master Chef Dennai presents a special dish to the Lord of the domain.
Dennai Funaki (Toshiyuki Nishida) is the master chef of the Funaki clan. Haru’s knowledgeable palate and deep understanding of Japanese cuisine amazed him. He was hoping that her own passion for cooking would be able to guide and rub off on his son Yasonobu (Kengo Kora). Dennai’s eldest son had died of plague, who was supposed to be the heir to his Master chef post.
left: Aya Ueto (Haru) instructs Kengo Kora (Yasunobu Funaki) in washing rice. Watch A TALE OF SAMURAI COOKING: A TRUE LOVE STORY on Screen Red.
Second son Yasonobu had dedicated his life to Kenjutsu (swordsmanship) roughly translated in the subtitles as fencing. He sees cooking as a task for ‘women and children’. Dennai was hoping that through his marriage with Haru, Yasonobu would develop a genuine love for cooking. In one scene Dennai asks Yasonobu, “Waving a sword and shedding blood, is that all a samurai can do?”
Kengo Kora (Yasunobu Funaki) cares more for swordsmanship than cooking. Watch A TALE OF SAMURAI COOKING: A TRUE LOVE STORY on Screen Red.
from left: Toshiyuki Nishida (Denai) asks Aya Ueto (Haru) about a rare vegetable. Watch A TALE OF SAMURAI COOKING: A TRUE LOVE STORY on Screen Red.
Nishida & Iron Chef’s Chairman Kaga
Samurai chef Dennai played by Toshiyuki Nishida is a 2-time Japan Academy Award winner with dozens of film titles to his credit. One of his most powerful performances was REUNION as a funeral director who dealt with the 2011 earthquake in the city of Kamaishi. REUNION was part of the Eiga Sai film festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang rila Plaza. Watch out for the line up of this fest in a week or so, which allows viewers to watch some of the best Japanese films for free. Here, Nishida is the sage chef that trying to impart his knowledge to an unwilling son.
Toshiyuki Nishida (Dennai Funaki) & wife Kimiko Yo (Mitsu Funaki). Watch A TALE OF SAMURAI COOKING: A TRUE LOVE STORY on Screen Red.
International audiences will be delighted with the casting of Takeshi Kaga known more popularly as Chairman Kaga in (the original) IRON CHEF. For those who may not know it Takeshi Kaga is one of the more distinguished actors in Japan having lengthy roles not just in film but in theater namely musicals. You have to look closely as you may miss Kaga underneath the Samurai hair and costume. The film has banked on his fictional identity as a gourmet. He is cast here as powerful Lord Naomi Maeda who has taken over the domain that Dennai serves.
Takeshi Kaga is known more popularly as Chairman Kaga in Iron Chef. He is cast here as Lord Maeda. Watch A TALE OF SAMURAI COOKING: A TRUE LOVE STORY on Screen Red.
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Aya Ueto
Haru Funaki as the central character had to be cast with someone who is obviously attractive to melt the hearts of audiences. She also had to be able to hold her own in a male dominated society, at least with her husband and role in her family.
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Japanese superstar Aya Ueto more than fulfills this demanding role. She does have that endearing quality and being her own woman, even in real life. Ueto has won several New Comer awards when she debuted as a film star a few years back. She actually started out as a singer early in her career. Filipinos may see a strong parallelism with our own Sarah Geronimo who was an accomplished singer first and then successfully has a film career. Sarah has endorsed huge brands such as Rexona from Unilever alone. Sarah was rumored to endorse Cream Silk (also from Unilever) but turned out to be Anne Curtis. Ueto has been proclaimed as Japan’s Commercial Queen for 5 different years. She’s statistically the most popularly used image for TVCs, billboards and print ads in Japan.
Aya Ueto & Sarah Geronimo both rose to fame, as a singer first then became a movie star. Watch A TALE OF SAMURAI COOKING: A TRUE LOVE STORY on Screen Red.
Her husband Yasonobu (in the film) called Haru a ‘Vixen’ out of spite. She wouldn’t hesitate to disagree with him and often even go so far as to disobey his wishes. For this he would call her Vixen to connote cunning. In Japanese mythology foxes take the shape of women to seduce men and sometimes marry them and have children with magical powers.
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Main Competition
Grand Festival Prize
THREE LIES
Spain (directed by Ana Murugarren)
Main Competition Grand Festival Prize winner Ana Murugarren & Producer Joaquin Trincado- THREE LIES (Spain). The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Grand Jury Prize
CRIMEAN
Turkey (directed by Burak Cem Arliel)
Main Competition Grand Jury Prizewinner Burak Cem Arliel – CRIMEAN (Turkey). The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Special Jury Prize
END OF LOVE
Taiwan (directed by Hsu Li-Da)
from left: Taiwan Representative to the Phil Dr. Gary Song Huann Lin, Main Competition Spl Jury Prize winner END OF LOVE Director Hsu Li Da and FDCP Proj. Coordinator Quintin Cu-Unjieng. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Main Competition Best Actor Murat Yildrim (Sadik) of CRIMEAN. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines.
Best Actor
Murat Yildrim CRIMEAN
Turkey (directed by Burak Cem Arliel)
Main Competition Best Actress Nora Nava of THREE LIES – Spain. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. (Contributed photo)
Best Actress
Nora Navas THREE LIES
Spain (directed by Ana Murugarren)
3rd from left: Indonesian Amb. Johny J. Lumintang with Main Competition Best Ensemble Performance winner FILOSOFI KOPI from left: Producer Handoko Hendroyono, Cast Jajang C. Noer, Rio Dewanto, director Angga Dwimas Sasongko and Achipelago Intl. Film Festival Director John Badalu. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Best Ensemble Performance
FILOSOFI KOPI
Indonesia (directed by Angga Dwimas Sasongko;
actors: Chicco Jerikho, Rio Dewanto, Julie Estelle, Slamet Rahardjo,
Jajang Noer and Otig Pakis).
THE TERRITORY won Main Competition Best Artistic Contribution (Cinematography) Directed by Alexander Melnik, cinematography by Igor Grinyakin- Russia. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. (Contributed photo)
Best Artistic Contribution (Cinematography)
THE TERRITORY
Russia (Directed by Alexander Melnik, cinematography by Igor Grinyakin)
Main Competition Technical Grand Prize winner Remy Van Heugten- SON OF MINE (Netherlands). The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Technical Grand Prize
SON OF MINE
Netherlands (directed by Remy Van Heugten)
AN KUBO SA KAWAYANAN Team from left: Alvin Yapan, Filipino New Cinema Best Actress Mercedes Cabral, Male lead RK Bagatsing, Producer Alemberg Ang & FDCP Exec Dir Teddy Granados. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Filipino New Cinema
Best Picture 1st Prize
AN KUBO SA KAWAYANAN
Directed by Alvin Yapan
PIRING Team from left: Terence Velarde, Hiyas Dolor, Carlos Morales, Oriental Mindoro Vice Gov. Bonz Dolor, Yussef Esteves, Ms Earth 2013 Angelee Delos Reyes, Krista Miller and Gene Padilla. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Best Picture 2nd Prize
PIRING
Directed by Carlos Morales
from right: Main Competition Grand Jury Prize winner CRIMEAN director Burak Cem Arliel, Filipino New Cinema Best Actor Ruben Maria Soriquez OF SINNERS AND SAINTS & CRIMEAN Line Producer Neslihan Arliel. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Best Actor
Ruben Maria Soriquez OF SINNERS AND SAINTS
Ravishing Filipino New Cinema Best Actress Mercedes Cabral. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Best Actress
Mercedes Cabral AN KUBO SA KAWAYANAN
PIRING team from left: Carlos Morales, Krista Miller, Vice Gov Bonz Dolor, Yussef Esteves and Gene Padilla. PIRING won Best Screenplay & 2nd Best Film in the Filipino New Cinema category. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Best Supporting Actor
Rocky Salumbides PIRING
Filipino New Cinema Best Supporting Actress Giselle Sanchez (FILEMON MAMON). The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Best Supporting Actress
Giselle Sanchez FILEMON MAMON
Filipino New Cinema Best Screenplay winner Carlos Morales – PIRING. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Best Screenplay
PIRING
Carlos Morales
AN KUBO SA KAWAYANAN team from left: Prod Mgr Oskie Nuñez, Line Prod Andrea Fe Quizon, Dir. Alvin Yapan, Fil New Cinema Best Actress Mercedes Cabral, RK Bagatsing and Fil New Cinema Best Editor Benjamin Tolentino. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Best Cinematography
AN KUBO SA KAWAYANAN
Ronald Rebotica
Filipino New Cinema Best Editing awardee Benjamin Tolentino AN KUBO SA KAWAYANAN. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Best Editing
AN KUBO SA KAWAYANAN
Benjamin Tolentino
from left: FILEMON MAMON director Will Fredo receives Filipino New Cinema Best Musical Score award from juror Roger Garcia. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Best Musical Score
FILEMON MAMON
Sherwin Castillo
Filipino New Cinema Best Sound winner Bryan Dumaguina ANG KWENTO NATING DALAWA. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Best Sound
ANG KWENTO NATING DALAWA
Bryan Dumaguina
from left: Bryan Dumaguina (ANG KWENTO NATING DALAWA), Alvin Yapan (AN KUBO SA KAWAYANAN), Ruben Maria Soriquez (OF SINNERS AND SAINTS) & Benjamin Tolentino editor (AN KUBO SA KAWAYANAN). The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Best Production Design
OF SINNERS AND SAINTS
Gerardo Calagui
MASKARA stars from left: Lance Raymundo, Ina Feleo and Singer / actress Ana Feleo. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Intercontinental co awardee NAKED ISLAND Directed by Tiha K. Gudac – Croatia. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. (Contributed photo)
Other Categories
Intercontinental Award (2 Winners)
NAKED ISLAND
Croatia (Directed by Tiha K. Gudac)
LAST EXECUTIONER
Thailand (Directed by Tom Waller)
Intercontinental co awardee THE LAST EXECUTIONER Directed by Tom Waller – Thailand. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. (Contributed photo)
In photo Gonzalo & Rosa of CINEVERDE Awardee SINCE THE WORLD WAS WORLD Directed by Gunter Schwaiger – Spain/ Austria. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. (Contributed photo)
Cineverde Award
SINCE THE WORLD WAS WORLD
Spain/ Austria (Directed by Gunter Schwaiger),
from left: Remy Van Heugten (SON OF MINE), Will Fredo (FILEMON MAMON), Producer Handoko Hendroyono (FILOSOFI KOPI), Hsu Li Da (END OF LOVE), Burak Cem Arliel (CRIMEAN) & Eurasia Intl Director Serik Zhubandykov. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Cineverde Jurors
Raymond Red – Palm D’Or winner, Feature filmmaker, Advertising & TVC director
Rolando Tolentino- Manunuri Ng Pelikulang Pilipino member,
Dean College of Mass Communications U.P
Intercontinental Award Jurors from left: Philip Cu-Unjieng, Kara Magsanoc-Alikpala, George David. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Intercontinental Award Jurors
Philip Cu-Unjieng – Exec Editor People Asia, Film & Entertainment Critic
Kara Magsanoc Alikpala – Broadcaster, producer, I Can Serve Foundation founder
George David – Pres. Film Commissioners Intl.
PIRING team from left: Terence Velarde, Carlos Morales, Hiyas Dolor, Oriental Mindoro Vice Gov. Bonz Dolor, Yussef Esteves, Teri Onor, Jurors Han-Na Lee and HKIFF Dir. Roger Garcia. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Filipino New Cinema Jurors
Roger Garcia – Executive Director Hong Kong International Film Festival
Han-na Lee – Korean Film Commission member, Film producer
Christian Merer – former French Cultural Attaché to the Phil , Dir of Alliance Francaise Bangkok
2nd from left Main Comp Grand Jury Prize winner Burak Cem Arliel (CRIMEAN) with jurors from left: Ahmet Boyacioglu, Serik Zhubandykov & Chris Fujiwara. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Main Competition
Chris Fujiwara – Independent Film Critic and Programmer
Serik Zhubandykov – Eurasia International Film Festival Director, Kazakhstan,
Ahmet Boyacioglu- Film on Wheels, Festival Programmer, Director and Producer
The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines.
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HAND IN GLOVE team from right: director Yusuke Inaba, Emiko Izawa and Producer Tomohiko Suzuki. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Main Competition Grand Festival Prize winner director Ana Murugarren & Producer Joaquin Trincado- THREE LIES (Spain). The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
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THE TERRITORY won Main Competition – Best Artistic Contribution (Cinematography) Directed by Alexander Melnik, cinematography by Igor Grinyakin- Russia. The World Premieres Film Festival features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. (Contributed photo)
Main Comp. Spl Jury Prize winner Hsu Li-Da – END OF LOVE (Taiwan). The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
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from right: Interaksyon’s Edwin Sallan, Claire Agbayani, PDI’s Marinel Cruz and Photographer Allan Sancon. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
Filipino New Cinema Best Musical score- FILEMON MAMON Will Fredo & Best Actress Mercedes Cabral AN KUBO SA KAWAYANAN. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
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from left: Grand Jury Prizewinner Burak Cem Arliel – CRIMEAN (Turkey), Line Producer Neslihan Arliel and FDCP Chairman Briccio Santos. The World Premieres Film Festival Phil features 70 films from over 35 countries along with the Filipino New Cinema competition. It is currently the most prestigious international film fest in the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista
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from left: Angeli Kanapi hugs Julia Buencamino. GINUGUNITA KITA was a concert last May 20, 2015 where composer Jesse Lucas set the poetry of Maningning Miclat to music. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Poetry by
Maningning Miclat
Before anything else I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the Buencamino family for the loss of their daughter, sister Julia who passed away last July 7, 2015. Julia is herself an actress in ABS CBN’s Oh My G! An outpouring of love and support has been shown from the cast and fans online.
Buencaminos from right: Julia, Nonie, Shamaine and MANINGNING MICLAT FOUNDATION Exec Dir. Alma Cruz Miclat. GINUGUNITA KITA was a concert last May 20, 2015 where composer Jesse Lucas set the poetry of Maningning Miclat to music. Photo by Jude Bautista
I was able to photograph her along with parents Nonie & Shamaine Buencamino last May 30, 2015. It was for the Ginugunita Kita concert where composer Jesse Lucas set the poetry of Maningning Miclat to music. The family came out in support of Delphine Beuncamino who performed a dance accompaniment to one of the poems. The photos here are from that night. Maningning Miclat’s poems: Ginigunita Kita and Ginugunita Kita #2 are fitting farewell, included here.
Banaue Miclat-Janssen read the poetry of her sister Manining. GINUGUNITA KITA was a concert last May 20, 2015 where composer Jesse Lucas set the poetry of Maningning Miclat to music. Photo by Jude Bautista
GINUGUNITA KITA
ni Maningning Miclat
Marikit na tala ang tanglaw sa dilim,
Sa halimuyak ng matamis na hangin,
Sa gubat ng gabi ay hinihintay ko,
Mga kislap ng nilimot na pangako.
Al Gatmaitan provided vocals with Banaue Miclat-Janssen. GINUGUNITA KITA was a concert last May 20, 2015 where composer Jesse Lucas set the poetry of Maningning Miclat to music. Photo by Jude Bautista
Habang may hapdi ang sugat ng kahapon,
Di maalpasan ang diwang nakakahon,
Inaawit ang kundiman ng pagsinta
Sa dalamhati ng pusong umaasa.
Ginuguni-gunita kita,
Binubuo sa alaala.
Pinapanga-pangarap ka,
Inuukit sa haraya.
left: Delphine Buencamino provided a dance interpretation (right) Banaue Miclat-Janssen. Behind them is cellist Patrick Espanto. GINUGUNITA KITA was a concert last May 20, 2015 where composer Jesse Lucas set the poetry of Maningning Miclat to music. Photo by Jude Bautista
Buencaminos from right: Julia, Nonie, Shamaine and Mgr Ricky Gallardo. GINUGUNITA KITA was a concert last May 20, 2015 where composer Jesse Lucas set the poetry of Maningning Miclat to music. Photo by Jude Bautista
GINUGUNITA KITA #2
ni Maningning Miclat
Marikit na tala ang tanglaw sa dilim,
Sa halimuyak ng matamis na hangin,
Sa gubat ng gabi ay hinihintay ko,
Mga kislap ng nilimot na pangako.
Delphine Buencamino provided a dance interpretation on the piano is composer Jesse Lucas. GINUGUNITA KITA was a concert last May 20, 2015 where composer Jesse Lucas set the poetry of Maningning Miclat to music. Photo by Jude Bautista
Habang may hapdi ang sugat ng kahapon,
Di maalpasan ang diwang nakakahon,
Inaawit ang kundiman ng pagsinta
Sa dalamhati ng pusong umaasa.
Ginuguni-gunita kita,
Binubuo sa alaala.
Pinapanga-pangarap ka,
Inuukit sa haraya.
left: Delphine Buencamino provided a dance interpretation (right) Banaue Miclat-Janssen. Behind them is cellist Patrick Espanto. GINUGUNITA KITA was a concert last May 20, 2015 where composer Jesse Lucas set the poetry of Maningning Miclat to music. Photo by Jude Bautista
Buencaminos from right: Julia, Gerson Abesamis, Nonie, Delphine & Shamaine. GINUGUNITA KITA was a concert last May 20, 2015 where composer Jesse Lucas set the poetry of Maningning Miclat to music. Photo by Jude Bautista
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‘I’m really not comfortable with this’ said Jay Wang to Liz Ashforth of THE BEIJING COLLECTIVE . The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Written and photographed
By Jude Bautista
#MNLimprovfest
#ItsMoreFunInThePhilippines
The magic of live theater is the uniqueness of every single performance. That is not more evident than in improv comedy where material is created live on stage as it happens. Improv is where a team asks for a word or phrase and turns it into a skit on stage. Every single actor acts or reacts and improvises creating a story or performance as they go along. An example would be the show WHO’S LINE IS IT ANYWAY with Wayne Brady, Colin Mochrie and Ryan Stiles. It was a hit in 2006 and has a new cast for 2015. The Manila Improv festival features some of the best teams, if not the most enthusiastic from different parts of the world.
Who’s (Phone) Line is it anyway? PLDT Telpad supports the Manila Improv Festival. It runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
From Bacolod and Cagayan De Oro to Warsaw, Poland and Brisbane Australia, they gathered here to share their knowledge and make people howl with laughter. The Tropical Improv Camp was conducted at Siliman University in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental from July 2-5, 2015. Then the madness ensues at the PETA Theater Center from July 8-12, 2015 for the 3rd International Manila Improv Festival. The mornings are actually sectioned off also for improv workshops at the PETA Theater Center during the fest.
DULAANG ATENISTA from right corner to left: JC Salan, Matthan Luceña, Shaun Pilapil, Carlo Olorvida and Jethro Javier—NOT in photo is Ryan Lao. The group is from Xavier University- Ateneo de Cagayan. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Amy Currie and Luke Rimmelzwaan of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia by way of Eastern Europe, Russia and the Netherlands. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Impromafia
One of the biggest laughs came from Impromafia, who are much like meeting Borat’s grandparents, not just with the accents but with the off color comments that come from nowhere and everywhere. Audience participation does take on another level as they consider everyone their ‘grandchildren’ especially the ones they pull on stage. You get drawn into their world and get convinced they ARE your grandparents; it doesn’t matter if you’re from Eastern Europe or the Philippines. Lolos and Lolas can be tough, swearing, doting and yes hilarious. Of course everyone can relate to the insults and barbs between family members.
Grandsons visit Amy Currie and Luke Rimmelzwaan of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
The Impromafia from Brisbane, Australia is composed of Amy Currie and Luke Rimmelzwaan. Amy says her own grandmother who is Russian inspired her, “She may not have that exact accent but can certainly be doting.” Luke who is of Dutch descent tried his grandparents accents but sounded too much like English. So in came the Eastern European accent.
‘You liked me for me and not only for my bearish physique’ said Grandpa (Luke Rimmelzwaan) of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia by way of Eastern Europe, Russia and the Netherlands. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Luke Rimmelzwaan explained how they devised their shtick, “Our theme, the one you just saw is called House from the Old Country. How that one works, Amy and I used to get drunk and we play these characters. We had a really good time doing it. There was an improv competition and lets see if we can do something with this. There’s no form to it. Our structure is two chairs, cookies and everyone else. We really rely on the audience to buy into us as being authority figures, parents or grandparents. Once you do that its jus about playing with the audience. What we’re trying to do is a show involving everyone in the audience or being involved rather than just being someone who watches. Apart from that its completely free form; two voices, its just two people, who love each other but would never tell each other ever.”
Grandsons visit Amy Currie and Luke Rimmelzwaan of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
from left: Dave Cooper, Jay Wang and Liz Ashforth of THE BEIJING COLLECTIVE. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
The Beijing Collective
Is composed of Dave Cooper, Liz Ashforth and Jay Wang. Dave looks more like a grown up version of Dexter in Dexter’s Laboratory. It wasn’t just his improvised Austrian scientist character but more of the thick glasses, glaring eyes and wild hair. Jay Wang also has numerous accents at his disposal. Filipinos will recognize his striking resemblance to rock star Chito Miranda of PAROKYA NI EDGAR. Liz has that wild, untamed edgy look with her blonde dreadlocks which apparently works well for comedy too. They work wonderfully as a team feeding off each other’s lines and unhampered imagination.
Liz Ashforth of THE BEIJING COLECTIVE. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
from left: Jay Wang and Dave Cooper of THE BEIJING COLLECTIVE. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Dave Cooper was also able to talk about their process when given a key word, “When we’re given an ‘offer’ a word, there’s lots of common words that people like to say like spatula. Whatever word you get there’s always a way to take that word and find something new. If you look at our set we took ‘open gate’. And we didn’t know what to do with an open gate. What we did was what does an open gate remind us of? We stepped through and found a connection to something else. Which found a connection to Germans and sausages and sauerkraut and all sorts of crazy, crazy stuff. Our improv is very grounded in reality. We do it based on emotion and getting very sad or very happy or whatever. But today we opened the gate of the Silly People’s Improv. We got silly, we had a good time thank you.”
Dave Cooper of THE BEIJING COLECTIVE. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
from left: Rodel Mercado, Ronnie Martinez, Ann Alix, Dr. Anton Juan and Dingdong Rosales of SPIT. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
from left: John Maloney, Josh Myers, Dennis Dziedzic and Amanda Bishop of TAICHUNG IMPROV. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Taichung Improv
What do you get when you put together 3 Americans: John Maloney, Dennis Dziedzic, Amanda Bishop and one South African (Josh Myers) based in Taichung Taiwan? You get the inventive Taichung Improv. The whole group is composed of far more expats and Taiwanese citizens, but it’s this quartet that shared their love for improv games for this fest.
John Maloney and Amanda Bishop of TAICHUNG IMPROV. John pulls out a line from the bag of random lines from the audience and uses it in a dialogue. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
They distinguish themselves by adding the element of competition in their act. A profession is asked from the audience. People got to vote who they liked the least and are eliminated one by one. The hilarity comes when the remaining ‘cast’ takes up the lines and reaction of the eliminated group member. The piece ends with one actor doing/imitating all the lines and actions of all cast members in one weird, comic (and difficult) scene.
Josh Myers of TAICHUNG IMPROV. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
The group is actually from different cities in Taiwan as John Maloney explains, “This is our first show in 2 years with Amanda. Our group is spread out. Tai Chung is the home base. I live in Gao Jung about 2 hours away. How do we bond? We play. We play together. Even if we’re apart for a year we come back together and that sense of play and trust, getting out there and taking risks that’s what brings people together. So even though time and distance sometimes separate us this brings us together as a family.”
John Maloney of TAICHUNG IMPROV. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Who’s (Phone) Line is it anyway? PLDT Telpad supports the Manila Improv Festival. It runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Manila Improv Festival Director Gabe Mercado could not resist shooting a selfie. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
SPIT
Silly People’s Improv Theater is not only the most established improvisational theater in the country but in Southeast Asia. 13 years in existence they have represented the Philippines in improv festivals held in cities like L.A., Hong Kong, New York City, Chicago and Amsterdam. They are also the producers of the Manila Improv Festival.
from left: Monica Cruz and Missy Maramara of SPIT. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Is it because of the complete number of members here or their youth? But they may have the most sexually appealing casts: Missy Maramara, voluptuous Chal Lontoc Del Rosario, hunky Ariel Diccion, tall drink of water host Aryn Cristobal. For the opening they dug deep, shared their awkward adolescent and college days all from the word: cheerleader.
Ariel A. Diccion of SPIT. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Workshops on improv for performance and teambuilding purposes can also be attended in the mornings of the performance dates in PETA. The Tropical Improv Camp was also conducted at Siliman University in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental from July 2-5, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Chal Lontoc Del Rosario of SPIT. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
It’s only the third year for the Manila Improv Festival, but soon as the word spreads how funny and educational (from the workshops) this festival is it may become an even bigger international affair. Mike Staffa from Pirates of Tokyo Bay described the Manila Improv Fest as, “A blast and July has always been kept clear off our calendars for this event.”
from left: Masa Kawahata & Mike Staffa of PIRATES OF TOKYO BAY. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Amy Currie of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia by way of Eastern Europe, Russia and the Netherlands. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Mars Callo (center) with Eastern European Grandparents Amy Currie and Luke Rimmelzwaan of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Workshops on improv for performance and teambuilding purposes can also be attended in the mornings of the performance dates in PETA. The Tropical Improv Camp was also conducted at Siliman University in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental from July 2-5, 2015.
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from left: Dave Cooper and Jay Wang of THE BEIJING COLLECTIVE. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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Amy Currie and Luke Rimmelzwaan of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia by way of Eastern Europe, Russia and the Netherlands. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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Aryn Cristobal looks like a Taiwanese actress but is actually from SPIT. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Bibay Cordero of SPIT does Blue Eagle cheer. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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TAICHUNG IMPROV from left: Amanda Bishop, Josh Myers, John Maloney and Dennis Dziedzic. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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Curt Mabry of Zmack (Shanghai); The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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There was very much a Filipino Fiesta atmosphere, even when we were just waiting in the lobby of the PETA Theater last July 8, 2015. Different kinds of plastic utensils were formed into weird hats and headgear strung from the ceiling with giant garters. People could easily play with them, wear them and take pictures. A perfect set for improv performers or anyone for that matter. Set designer Leeroy New is the ingenious mind behind the weird plastic robot heads as well as the futuristic and versatile stage background.
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from left: Mla Improv Festival dir Gabe Mercado & Aryn Cristobal of SPIT cheer: One chance only, only one chance! The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Out of nowhere girls were chanting: “One Chance Only! Only one chance! One Chance Only! Only one chance!” Even when we didn’t know what he hell was going on the chant was infectious especially when they’re as hot as SPIT gals: Aryn Cristobal, Happy Feraren and Chal Lontoc Del Rosario.
The Beijing Collective’s Wu You; The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
The chanting was for the simple fiesta game where gifts would be slowly lowered and a seated guest would try to grab anyone of them but can only have one attempt, hence the chant. The gifts were peanut butter from Lily’s, official Manila Improv festival notebooks, pens and so on but because of the enthusiasm the prize and activity seemed so much like a big DEAL. Grown ups were given the chance to become kids again, have that sense of wonder and play.
People actually went crazy for Lily’s Peanut Butter, Manila Improv Fest Notebooks & Dewberry Snack Bars. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
That sense of play, allowing yourself and your mind to wander at the same time be focused enough to create that’s what the 3rd International Manila Improv Festival is about. It runs at the PETA Theater Center from July 8-12, 2015. A total of 18 teams from different parts of the world and our country participated in this fun event.
from left: Kaye Ross-People’s Liberation Improv (Hong Kong), Hazel Ho-The Improv Company (Singapore) and Amy Currie-ImproMafia (Brisbane). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
From Bacolod and Cagayan De Oro to Warsaw, Poland and Brisbane Australia, they gathered here to share their knowledge and make people howl with laughter. The Tropical Improv Camp was conducted at Siliman University in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental from July 2-5, 2015.
BACOLOD Improv Group; Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio
from left: Bizworld reporter Jasmine Cruz and cousin Annika Dadiva. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Business World writer Jasmine Cruz asked one of the obvious but important questions of the night during the open forum: What do you do when you get stuck? Luke Rimmelzwaan of Impromafia responded by stuttering, “Uhhhm…eeehhh. (Hesitates to talk; the crowd laughs at him getting stuck) it’s a good question. How do you NOT get stuck in a conversation? That’s using rhetoric now. But it’s the same principle when you’re on stage. It’s about not getting scared by that and sort of leaning into it. Try to find something, there’s no right or wrong response to anything. Its whether you commit to what happens after that.”
from left: Shaunee Pilapil –Dulaang Atenista, Luke Rimmelzwaan-ImproMafia (Brisbane) and Dave Cooper-The Beijing Collective. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Luke goes on, “Early on a lot of improvisers are worried they’re not going to be funny or they’re not going to clever or not going to be smart. Thing is most people are funny and smart, its just letting yourself BE that on stage. It’s as simple as not worrying of getting stumped if you do get stumped just roll with it. And something new will come out with that and something that hasn’t happened before on stage so it’s about finding those that throw you off and going haha! Lets keep going that way! I don’t know what that is but that’s new and that’s exciting.” The ImproMafia team sent to Manila is composed of Amy Currie, Natalie Bochenski and Luke Rimmelzwaan of Brisbane, Australia.
Journalist/Performer Natalie Bochenski-ImproMafia (Brisbane). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Zmack performs at PETA. Photo from official Zmack fb page https://www.facebook.com/zmackcomedy
‘Just roll with it’ in this sense doesn’t mean just passively going along with what happens but rather making use of it. Being able to do that as a team makes it easier and infinitely more rewarding. ZMACK based in Shanghai is a Manila Improv Fest regular by now.
Curt Mabry of Zmack (Shanghai). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Their senior member Curt Mabry talks about teamwork in this field and why they even do it in the first place, “I think because it’s collaborative. All of us in ZMACK each one of us in these groups are talented in other ways. Maybe they’re actors or singers or stand up comics but its so much more rewarding to create something as part of a team. In ZMACK we’d like to call it a family. We have that kind of atmosphere. You see it a lot in many of these teams. One plus one equals a lot more than two. You get a lot more out of working with someone than you could working on your own. The ideas you come up with by saying yes to your partner on stage can be much more amazing and astonishing than something you could create on your own. So frankly it’s just rewarding and makes us a lot happier than other forms.”
Pirates of Tokyo Bay brings the house down. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio
from left: Curt Mabry-Zmack (Shanghai), Pawel Najgebauer-PIP Show (Warsaw) & Hazel Ho-The Improv Company (Singapore). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Pawel Najgebauer of the PIP Show, hails from Poland. He describes how he and team mate Piotr Sikora work, “Me in my group we don’t rehearse we just talk a lot. Maybe that’s what happens in our improv we talk a lot in the end. But during our talks we go deeper and deeper and we find something that is common between us and we bond that is what’s exposed on stage basically. So whatever you do rehearsing the bonding part is most important. You find trust between the members of the team and that’s how the magic of improv starts. When you have that you can go wherever. Your partner on the stage will just catch you. That isn’t rehearsing.” This Polish duo showed how bonded they really are with an improvised guy on guy French kiss on stage. They were definitely a hard act to follow, talk about commitment to a scene.
The PIP Show can improvise nearly anything on stage Pawel Najgebauer & Piotr Sikora including a guy on guy kiss. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio
Master improviser of music Pepe Manikan. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio
Improvisation was not confined on stage. The music also has to be improvised on the fly and is provided by rock star Pepe Manikan. Pepe has gained so many fans for his inspired soundtrack not just from the audience but also from the guest performers.
from left: Mla Improv Festival dir Gabe Mercado and Christopher Coleman of People’s Liberation Improv (Hong Kong). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Gawad Buhay Awardees from left: Myke Salomon (Outstanding Sound Design), Gabriella Pangilinan, Jay Ignacio of SPIT, Erin Locsin of One and a Half Men and Pepe Herrera (Outstanding Male Featured Performance in a Musical). Both Myke & Pepe earned their Gawad Buhay awards for RAK F AEGIS still running at the PETA Theater Center. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Participating groups include: PIP Show (Warsaw, Poland), ImproMafia (Brisbane, Australia), Pirates of Tokyo Bay (Tokyo, Japan), To Be Continued, People’s Liberation Improv, 3 Dudes Improv and Lamb Ink (Hong Kong, SAR), The Improv Company (Singapore), Taichung Improv (Taichung, Taiwan), The Beijing Collective (Beijing, China), People’s Republic of Comedy and Zmack (Shanghai, China), The Philipppines have teams: Bacolod Improv Group (Bacolod), Dulaang Atenista (Cagayan de Oro), One and a Half Men, Switch Improv and SPIT (Manila).
Jeanne Lambin of Lamb INK (Hong Kong). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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One and A Half Men with Impromafia. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
POSTSCRIPT:
One of the first things you notice as an audience member is the unorthodox voice over reminders before the shows. They sound like announcements in the style of the Cultural Center of the Philippines or pre flight audio before take off. There are several versions one in Filipino, Chinese, English and the one here is in gay lingo:
The Improv Company front row from left: Annie Low, Hazel Ho, Kim Tan, Yun Qing. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio
Bonggang bonggang arrival terminal sa Manila Improv festival ang stage showcase na watch niyong all tonight ay planning planning. Needs to know and needs to have ng showcase ninyong 100% attention. Partial payment participation and pasensyang kutis mo na walay eksena for you. So carry lang ba ng lumafter na lang kayo ng lumafter. Lets get loud for full support sa improvisers pag bumibilang ganoong eksena please break break the other money forever sa showcase tonight. So kung na sesense niyong mawash na kayo ma may tumbling ka na lang sa might no step yes. May audience na watch pa rin dahil winner magpigil ng kanilang antog. Ang fumone na lumej pero mawawalay ang charge sa experience niyo dahil sa walay signal FOR EYVAHHH.
from left: Earl Bracamonte, Jasmine Cruz and Noel. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Manila Improv Festival Director Gabe Mercado could not resist shooting a selfie. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Plus pag nagpa Kring kring Gonzalez yang phone na lumesh e di wow majijirits ang sure seatmate mesh. Kerry naman ng sure ng mga performers na ichorva yan sa ishowcase nila para mag green sok ka na lang kung ma imbierna sila sayo. Ang paglafes pag nomonomo at pagdadragon ay wiz na chetels sa theater. Pero look Kerry na Kerry magpicture picture, selfie selfie, video video, chuva chuva basta wig na kit flash Gordon blue. Kerry na ipost office sa mga items sa social media accounts niyo. Para ma site sa flow ng mga friend divas niyo. At magwatchnalet na rin sila ng ating face to festival. I-carry mo narin ang mga hashtags na #manila improvfest, #itsmorefuninthephilippines, Kerry? Kerre. Jumupa na at magpabongga. Kerihin ang showcase and
win a new friend diva.
The Beijing Collective’s Wu You shoots with her tablet. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
from left: John Gilbert Arceo of Bacolod Improv with Taichung Improv from left: Josh Myers and Dennis Dziedzic. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
CNN Phil Reporter Patricia Fernandez and Mla Improv Festival dir Gabe Mercado. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
SPIT Gals from left: Chal Lontok Del Rosario & Happy Feraren. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
The following is a small excerpt from SPIT’s opening night performance:
Ariel Diccion: I thought cheerleading was the same as doing gymnastics. So when I was a kid I thought I wanted to be a cheerleader, so I taught myself to do this (executes cartwheel).
Gabe Mercado: Gymnastics?
Ariel Diccion: Opo Tay.
Gabe Mercado: Gymnastics? Alam mo gymnastics yan gateway ng pagiging bakla.
Ariel Diccion: Tay sinabi niyo rin yan sa pagkuha ko ng Psychology.
John Gilbert Arceo of Bacolod Improv; The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Center in white: Mla Improv Festival dir Gabe Mercado w DULAANG ATENISTA from left: Jethro Javier, Carlo Olorvida, JC Salan, Shauna Pilapil & Matthan Luceña. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Gabe Mercado: I’m very very worried about you. You know pamilya natin pay lahi ng mga bakla.
Ariel Diccion: Kasalanan pa ba yon? Kasalanan kung si Uncle Romy bakla?
Gabe Mercado: Di lang si Uncle Romy
Ariel Diccion: Who else is gay in our family?
Gabe Mercado: Uncle Kenneth, si Aunty Miriam hindi siya. Si Aunty Miriam dating…
Missy Maramara (walks in): Yes?
Ariel Diccion: Si Uncle Mario?
Improv teams are not worthy of Mla Improv Festival Director Gabe Mercado. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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SWITCH Improv w Dulaang Atenista. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Utensils were reconfigured and put together to become space helmets and anything the imagination can come up with by set designer Leeroy New. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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The Improv Company improvising the direction to SG from Manilaaah. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio
from left: Kenneth Keng of SPIT with Pirates of Tokyo Bay from left: Masa Kawahata, Mike Staffa & Rob Werley. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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Spiky plastic head gear by set designer Leeroy New. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio
The PIP show team from left: Antoni Syrek-Dabrowski, Pawel Najgebauer, Piotr Sikora and Helen Li. They hail from Warsaw, Poland. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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PR Extraordinaire Tita Toots Tolentino. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
SPIT from left: Happy Feraren, Aryn Cristobal, Rafael Cang & Chal Lontoc Del Rosario. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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Participating Improv teams from around the world. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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Luke Rimmelzwaan of ImproMafia. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
Center: John Gilbert Arceo-Bacolod Improv, w Dulaang Atenista (Cagayan De Oro) from left: Matthan Luceña, Jethro Javier, JC Salan and Carlo Olorvida—NOT in photo is Ryan Lao. The group is from Xavier University- Ateneo de Cagayan. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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Zmack from left: Julien Bertrand & Curt Mabry; The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
from left: Kenneth Keng-SPIT, Joelle Sarrailh and Amanda Bishop-Taichung Improv. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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The Beijing Collective from left: Liz Ashforth, Dave Cooper and Jay Wang. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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Hazel Ho and Darren Foong- The Improv Company (Singapore). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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Opening dance for Comedy gods by Ronnie Martinez. He also finds creative ways to scream and announce the two-minute warning to performers. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.
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from right: VIVA Chairman & CEO Vic Del Rosario, PLDT and SMART Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan are beside PhilPOP 1M Grand Prizewinners Yumi Lacsamana & Thyro Alfaro (TRIANGULO) & Jeric Medina. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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The catchy, fast paced rhymes by singing duo Thyro Alfaro & Yumi Lacsamana did it for a second time around. This time may be sweeter as they are both songwriter and performer on the track TRIANGULO with featured artist Jeric Medina. TRIANGULO won the 1 million grand prize in the PHILPOP 2015 finals night held at the MERALCO Theater last July 25, 2015. The duo also won the grand prize in 2013 for writing /composing DATI performed by Sam Concepcion & Tippy Dos Santos. PHILPOP is the premiere songwriting competition in the country attracting nearly 9,000 entries, from Filipinos all over the world.
SIDE A Bassist Ned Esguerra (left) is PhilPop finalist who wrote FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE with him are band mates guitarist/lead vocals Leevon Cailao, drummer Ernie Severino and keyboards Naldy Gonzalez. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
The Company performed TANGING PAG-ASA KO by Paul Armesin. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: Metro Pacific Investments Pres. & CEO Jose Ma. K. Lim, OPM Pres. Ogie Alcasid, Davey Langit (PARATINGIN MO NA SIYA) w 1st runner up prize is flanked by BAIHANA.
Coming in at first runner up is PARATINGIN MO NA SIYA by singer songwriter Davey Langit which has a P500,000 cash prize. Second runner up is SA IBANG MUNDO written and composed by Mark Villar performed by Kean Cipriano and Nadine Lustre, which has a P250,000 cash prize. The up-tempo pop rock sound of SA IBANG MUNDO also earned it PEOPLE’S CHOICE award with a P100,000 cash prize from Maynilad.
from right: PhilPOP Exec Dir Ryan Cayabyab, PLDT & SMART Chairman Manny V Pangilinan, Nadine Lustre, Kean Cipriano, Mark Villar (SA IBNAG MUNDO), Noel Cabangon, First Pacific Leadership Academy Executive Dir. Roy Agustin K. Evalle
& TV5 Pres. Noel Lorenzana. Mark Villar wrote SA IBANG MUNDO which won People’s Choice (100k prize) and 2nd Runner up (250k prize). The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
A new feature for this year is the MERALCO Best Music Video won by Johann Garcia for EDGE OF THE WORLD performed by MTV VJs Josh Padilla and Yassi Pressman.
from right: MERALCO Pres. Oscar Reyes, songwriter Johann Garcia, Josh Padilla, Yassi Pressman and MERALCO SVP Al Panlilio. They won Best Music Video presented by MERALCO, which has a 100k prize. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
This year’s finalists are Thyro Alfaro and Yumi Lacsamana (TRIANGULO), Paul Armesin (TANGING PAG-ASA KO), Gino Cruz and Jeff Arcilla (APAT NA BUWANG PASKO), Ned Esguerra (FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE), Johannes Daniel Garcia (EDGE OF THE WORLD), Davey Langit (PARATINGIN MO NA SIYA), Melchor Magno, Jr. (MUSIKAW), Lara Maigue (NASAAN), Ramiro Mataro (WALANG HANGGAN), Melvin Morallos (I OWE YOU MY HEART), Soc Villanueva (KILIG), and Mark Villar (SA IBANG MUNDO).
Jon Santos sang APAT NA BUWANG PASKO by Gino Cruz and Jeff Arcilla. Phil Ballet Theater performed w Jon on stage. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
2015 Finalists from left: Paul Armesin (TANGING PAG-ASA KO), Lara Maigue (NASAAN), cellist Giancarlo Gonzales and Soc Villanueva (KILIG). The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Elements Music Camp
Interestingly enough there are a total of 6 people in the finalist- songwriters and performers who attended the Elements Music Camp. Grand prizewinners Thyro & Yumi along with featured artist Jeric Medina and First Runner Up Davey Langit were alumni. Two time finalist and former TV5 actress Lara Maigue (NASAAN) and Ramiro Mataro (WALANG HANGGAN) were also graduates of the intensive course.
Donnalyn Bartolome sings with Ramiru Mataro who wrote WALANG HANGGAN. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Elements according to its website “brings together aspiring and professional singer-songwriters to bond and learn from one another. For five days, there will be lectures, group presentations, case studies, and a lot of breakout sessions.” Conducted in Dumaguete, it features established artists as mentors such as Gabby Alipe of Urbandub, Ebe Dancel, Gloc-9, Chito Miranda of Parokya ni Edgar, Jungee Marcelo, Jazz Nicolas of Itchyworms, Raimund Marasigan, Gerard Salonga, Aia de Leon, Jay Durias, Alex Lim, Audie Gemora, and many more. There are a total of 60 slots available for those interested in attending, application period is until August 31, 2015.
Anja Aguilar sang I OWE YOU MY HEART by Melvin Morallos. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
from right: PhilPOP Exec Dir Ryan Cayabyab, VIVA Pres. & CEO Vic Del Rosario, PLDT & SMART Chairman Manny V Pangilinan, 1M Grand prize winners Yumi, Thyro & Jeric Medina. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Catchy, Relaxed and Confident
What eventually won it for Thyro & Yumi is how they were able to craft a catchy song describing the chaos of a love triangle. The Dawn vocalist Jett Pangan was part of the panel of judges in the finals he said, “I think the judges were unanimous in declaring their song as being so damn catchy. Their relaxed, confident performance also contributed to the goosebump factor.” 40% of the judging is done before the finals night another 60% is done on the awards night itself.
Panel of judges from left: Jett Pangan, Kris Lawrence & Paolo Valenciano. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
The very prestigious panel of judges includes: Maynilad CFO Randolph Estrellado, Quest rapper (aka Jose Villanueva III), Karylle, Louie Ocampo, Jett Pangan, Kris Lawrence and Paolo Valenciano. Kris Lawrence, Karylle and Quest were performers in previous PHILPOP Finals. Louie Ocampo is one of the premiere Musical directors.
Panel of judges from left: Maynilad CFO Randolph Estrellado, Quest & Karylle. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: PLDT and SMART Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan, 1M Grand Prizewinners Yumi Lacsamana & Thyro Alfaro (TRIANGULO) & Jeric Medina. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
For Yumi Lacsamana just being able to perform their song this year was enough of a reward by itself. The first time they won it they were songwriters of DATI and was interpreted by Sam Concepcion, Tippy Dos Santos with rapper Quest. She said, “Wala sa amin ang kumpetisyon it’s more of participating. It’s more of celebrating OPM together. Doon pa lang interpreting our own work is a big deal. Nanalo na kami doon pa lang. Kasi yon lang naman ang gusto namin. The opportunity to interpret our own work, doon pa lang tumigil na kaming makipag laban. Nag enjoy na lang kami after nung na laman naming kami mag interpret.”
James Reid & rapper Pio (not in photo) perform MUSIKAW by MC Magno. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Thyro also noted that experiencing PHILPOP Finals before also helped, “Siguro number one is the experience kasi, kumbaga sa NBA Finals naka rating na kami. Hindi sa pagmamayabang pero kanina di kami masyadong kinabahan e. Di kami ganoon nag eexpect this year kasi.”
from left: PhilPOP Exec Dir Ryan Cayabyab, 1st R. Up Davey Langit (PARATINGIN MO NA SIYA), Grand prize winners- Jeric Medina, Yumi Lacsamana & Thyro Alfaro (TRIANGULO). The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Davey Langit’s Humor & Longing
Jett Pangan’s unique position of being the front man of one of the most iconic Pinoy rock bands and a rich history of performance in musicals and plays gives him a great insight on this contest. PHILPOP Exec. Dir Ryan Cayabyab was instrumental in tapping Jett as one of the panelist.
1st R. Up Davey Langit (PARATINGIN MO NA SIYA) backed up by BAIHANA. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Jett described first runner up winner PARATINGIN MO NA SIYA , “Whoever went into the top 3 caught the hearts during the pre-judging and our hearts as well as judges. Davey’s song is a genius blend of humor and longing. Being bred in the school of hard knocks, I was never big on singing or songwriting contests. But I have to say; I couldn’t be happier accepting Mr. C’s invite to be one of the judges. It opened my eyes to the immense talent of the young artists who join PHILPOP. They really bolster confidence in OPM.”
Davey Langit (PARATINGIN MO NA SIYA) with his impressive back up singers BAIHANA. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Davey Langit is also a popular radio DJ for Pinas FM 95.5. The station has long been a supporter of OPM being the only station to play Pinoy music 100% of the time. Davey played the guitar and interpreted his own song PARATINGIN MO NA SIYA. He had a prestigious group that backed him up in Baihana, which definitely added some vocal dimension that night.
Jon Santos sang APAT NA BUWANG PASKO by Gino Cruz and Jeff Arcilla. Phil Ballet Theater performed w Jon on stage. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Thyro thought PARATINGIN MO NA SIYA was a strong candidate even before the finals. He also liked APAT NA BUWANG PASKO by Gino Cruz & Jeff Arcilla. The track was interpreted by comedian Jon Santos who just finished a successful stint as Auntie in RWM’s BITUING WALANG NINGNING. The hit musical will have a second run this October at the New Port Performing Arts Theater in Resort’s World Manila.
(Center) Bituing Walang Ningning’s Mark Bautista is flanked by hotties from left Bella Padilla and Sam Pinto. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: First Pacific Leadership Academy Executive Dir. Roy Agustin K. Evalle, PLDT & SMART Chairman Manny V Pangilinan & MERALCO Pres. & CEO Oscar Reyes. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
PHILPOP’s Driving Force
Just in the background admiring the performance of the artists is tycoon Manuel V Pangilinan. He has the foresight to pool resources of the corporations he helms to support the premiere songwriting competition in the country with the recognition of the need to bolster OPM. These companies include MERALCO, MAYNILAD, SMART, SPINNER, PLDT, NLEX, METROPACIFIC investments, SUN Cellular with Krem Top as co presenter.
from left: PLDT & SMART Chairman Manny V Pangilinan, PhilPOP Exec Dir Ryan Cayabyab & VIVA Pres. & CEO Vic Del Rosario. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Thyro gave a word of thanks to Pangilinan, “MVP is one of the driving forces of PHILPOP. Without him it wouldn’t be as successful as this. It’s inspiring that someone like MVP helps people like us. Most of the time people like us don’t get recognized. They only recognize either the song or the artist. Its good people like MVP would spend time and effort trying to prove to the world songwriters are the heart of the song.”
Josh Padilla & Yassi Pressman performed EDGE OF THEWORLD by Johann Garcia. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Jinky Vidal sang KILIG by Soc Villanueva. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
James Reid raises songwriter MC Magno’s (MUSIKAW) hand. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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SIDE A Bassist Ned Esguerra (left) is PhilPOP finalist who wrote FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE with him are band mates guitarist/lead vocals Leevon Cailao and drummer Ernie Severino. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Bituing Walang NIngning’s Mark Bautista and Bella Padilla were the hosts of the night. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Lara Maigue (NASAAN) behind her is Phil Ballet Theater. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Yassi Pressman floated 30 feet above stage. She & Josh Padilla performed EDGE OF THE WORLD by Johann Garcia, which won Best Musc Video (100k Prize). The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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from right: James Reid & rapper Pio perform MUSIKAW by MC Magno. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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People’s Choice presented by MAYNILAD, which has a 100k prize. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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SIDE A vocalist guitarist/lead vocals Leevon Cailao sings FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE composed by their bassist Ned Esguerra. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Donnalyn Bartolome sings with Ramiru Mataro who wrote WALANG HANGGAN. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Lara Maigue is both singer and songwriter of NASAAN. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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1st R. Up Davey Langit (PARATINGIN MO NA SIYA) backed up by BAIHANA. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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The Company performed TANGING PAG-ASA KO by Paul Armesin. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Jinky Vidal sang KILIG by Soc Villanueva. The PhilPOP 2015 Finals Night was held at the MERALCO THEATER last July 25, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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The musical theme of THE OVERTURE from Thailand lends itself well to the 9th Silent film Festival. Watch it for free on August 29, 2015- 1pm, Shang Cineplex, Shang Plaza. Make sure to go an hour early for tickets given on first come first served basis.
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While there have been many great works and artists in previous Silent film festival editions such as Fritz Lang’s METROPOLIS and Charlie Chaplin, this year is particularly impressive. First time participant Thailand has put forth a film entitled THE OVERTURE. It is based on the life of Royal Musician Sorn Silapabanleng and his son Prasidh Silapabanleng who became National Artist for Music.
Sorn Silapabanleng was given the royal title of Luang Pradit Phairoh which translates to ‘inventor of beautiful sounds’. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Tickets will be given on a first come first served basis so check out schedules and make sure to go early.
Japan on the other hand has 4 comedy short films, 2 of which are from Yasojiro Ozu: WASEI KENKA TOMODACHI and TOKKAN KOZO. Ozu is considered as the tenth greatest director of all time in the 2002 British Film Institute’s Sight & Sound poll of Critics’ top ten directors. Audiences will also be able to catch extremely rare Filipino silent film BRIDES OF SULU for this year’s fest.
Yasujiro Ozu is considered as one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Tickets will be given on a first come first served basis so check out schedules and make sure to go early.
These are just some of the legendary artists in a total of 9 different countries participating in the 9th Silent Film Festival held at Shang Cineplex Shang Rila Plaza Mall from August 27-30, 2015. This is the only Silent Film Festival in Asia and is accompanied by top international and Filipino musicians.
Seated from left: FDCP Proj Dev Officer Quintin Cu-Unjieng, Austrian Cultural Attaché Lisbeth Strohmeier , U.S. Emb Asst Cultural Affairs Officer Elizabeth Liu, PIA Proj Coordinator Cristina Moricca , Royal Thai Emb Minister Counselor & Consul Somjai Taphaopong, French Audio-Visual Attaché Martin Macalintal and Goethe-Inst Phil Prog Coordinator Shadin Kitma. Standing from left: Inky De Dios (Kjwan), Ding dong Fiel (The Ding Dong Fiel Trio), Patrick Pulumbarit (Razorback-Mgr) Rommel ‘Sancho’ Sanchez, Buddy Zabala (The Dawn), Jason Conanan (Hidden Nikki), Inst Cervantes Mla Dir Carlos Madrid, Aaron Gonzales (Hidden Nikki), Japan Foundation Dir Shuji Takatori, Jett Pangan & Jun Boy Leonor of The Dawn. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Tickets will be given on a first come first served basis so check out schedules and make sure to go early. Photo by Jude Bautista
The Royal Thai Navy Traditional Ensemble will be providing the soundtrack for THE OVERTURE. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Tickets will be given on a first come first served basis so check out schedules and make sure to go early.
For this year The Royal Thai Navy Traditional Ensemble will be providing the soundtrack for THE OVERTURE. The ensemble is often assigned for Royal & state ceremonies. The fest has always had a free entrance on a first come first served basis. So please do check schedules and fall in line at least an hour before screening to increase chances of attending this extraordinary treat.
Musicians from right: Martin Macalintal (The Executives Band), Aaron Gonzalez, Jason Conanan (Hidden Nikki), Jett Pangan, Jun Boy Leonor, Rommel Sanchez, Buddy Zabala (The Dawn), Inky De Dios (Kjwan), Ding Dong Fiel (The Ding Dong Fiel Trio) and Patrick Pulumbarit (Razorback–manager). Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Tickets will be given on a first come first served basis so check out schedules and make sure to go early. Photo by Jude Bautista
The 9 countries include [Aug 27] AUSTRIA- THE HANDS OF ORLAC with The Executives Band, [Aug 28] PHILIPPINES-BRIDES OF SULU with Kjwan, JAPAN-PEERLESS PATRIOT, FIGHTING FRIENDS JAPANESE STYLE, A STRAIGHTFORWARD BOY and A BUDDHIST MASS FOR GOEMON ISHIKAWA with Hidden Nikki, [Aug 29] THAILAND-THE OVERTURE with The Royal Thai Navy Traditional Ensemble, GERMANY-SYMPHONY OF A GREAT CITY with Pierre Oser & Big Jazz Balloon, SPAIN-DON JUAN TENORIO with The Ding Dong Fiel Trio, [Aug 30] FRANCE-THE CRAZY RAY with Ian Lofamia Blues Band and ITALY-THE LAST DAYS OF POMPEII with The Dawn, USA- SUNRISE: A SONG OF TWO HUMANS with Razorback.
Royal Thai Emb Minister Counselor & Consul Somjai Taphaopong; Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Tickets will be given on a first come first served basis so check out schedules and make sure to go early. Photo by Jude Bautista
Thailand- The Overture
The Overture (Hom Rong) while not strictly a silent film is a contemporary piece released in 2004. Having subtitles, color and modern production only adds to the ease of understanding the film for Pinoy viewers of today. The subject of two generations of Thai musicians who influenced the combination of traditional instruments with Western music lends itself to the silent film genre. As The Thai Royal Navy Traditional Ensemble will be flying in to score the film live using: saw duang (string instrument w bow), Grajabpi (lute), ranat ek (xylophone) and taphon (drum).
The Royal Thai Navy Traditional Ensemble will use Thai Musical Instruments; Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Tickets will be given on a first come first served basis so check out schedules and make sure to go early.
It also garnered the distinction of becoming the official selection for the Academy Awards’ Best Foreign Language film. This is apart from winning Best Direction, Best Screenplay, Best Supporting Actor and a host of other awards from the Thai National Film Association Awards, Bangkok Critics Assembly Awards and Star Entertainment Awards.
Sorn Silapabanleng was given the royal title of Luang Pradit Phairoh which translates to ‘inventor of beautiful sounds’. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Tickets will be given on a first come first served basis so check out schedules and make sure to go early.
Sorn Silapabanleng during his time as a famous royal musician earned a title given by King Rama VI as Luang Pradit Phairoh. The title Luang is similar to ‘Sir’ as knighted by the Queen of England in the field of music. Pradit Phairoh translates to ‘inventor of beautiful sounds’.
Thai Natl Artist Prasidh Silapabanleng and wife Ladda Saratayon Silapabanleng established the Phakavali Institute of Dance and Music. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Tickets will be given on a first come first served basis so check out schedules and make sure to go early.
The story deals with his humble beginnings learning the traditional Thai instrument ranad-ek or wooden xylophone. Later on Sorn’s son Prasidh Silapabanleng would master the piano. The two would collaborate in combining Thai instruments with Western music. Eventually Prasidh would compose symphonies entitled: Siang Tian, Damnoen Sigh, Siamese Suite, and Cherd Nai, all adaptations of Luang Pradit Phairoh’s original works.
Thai Natl Artist Prasidh Silapabanleng; Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Tickets will be given on a first come first served basis so check out schedules and make sure to go early.
According to an article in the Bangkok Post ‘it was Siamese Suite that put Prasidh at the forefront of composers of his time.’ What makes it even more interesting is that the seminal work debuted in Manila. It was the National Symphony Orchestra of the Philippines who had the honor of playing it for the first time and was recorded for Thai audiences back home. The debut was because of an invitation to Prasidh to participate in a UNESCO Music conference held here in 1954.
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from left: Jason Conanan and Aaron Gonzalez of Hidden Nikki. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Tickets will be given on a first come first served basis so check out schedules and make sure to go early. Photo by Jude Bautista
Japan- Silent Film Comedies
The Japan Foundation on the other hand has concentrated on what may be the best collection of slapstick comedies of the time: Kokushi Muso (PEERLESS PATRIOT) by Mansaku Itami, Ishikawa Goemon No Hoji (A BUDDHIST MASS FOR GOEMON ISHIKAWA) by Torajiro Saito and Yasojiro Ozu’s two comedies: Wasei Kenka Tomodachi (FIGHTING FRIENDS JAPANESE STYLE), Tokkan Kozo (A STRAIGHTFORWARD BOY). The average running time of each short film is 20 minutes.
Watch Kokushi Muso (PEERLESS PATRIOT) by Mansaku Itami, with live scoring by Hidden Nikki on August 28, 2015 (730pm) at Shang Cineplex for free. Make sure to go an hour early for tickets given on first come first served basis.
Director Torajiro Saito is one of the most popular and prolific filmmakers of the era having more than 200 titles to his credit. Japan Foundation director Shuji Takatori noted that his films were so popular all over Japan they were projected countless times and was so in demand most were never returned to the company/studio Shochiku Co, Ltd. For his success in slapstick Saito was called ‘God of Comedy’. Takatori added, “We selected these films in cooperation with the National Film Center, The National Museum of Modern Art Tokyo and Shochiku Co, Ltd.”
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Yasojiro Ozu is considered not just one of the best directors from the silent era but of all time. Ozu’s TOKYO STORY has appeared several times in the Sight & Sound poll of best films selected by critics and directors. In 2012, it topped the poll of film directors’ choices of “greatest film of all time”.
Watch Wasei Kenka Tomodachi (FIGHTING FRIENDS JAPANESE STYLE) by Yasojiro Ozu with live scoring by Hidden Nikki on August 28, 2015 (730pm) at Shang Cineplex for free. Make sure to go an hour early for tickets given on first come first served basis.
Ozu is almost like a Van Gogh–like figure whose work was appreciated and recognized only after he had passed away. According to wikipedia: at age 13 used to skip classes to watch screenings like QUO VADIS! and THE LAST DAYS OF POMPEII by Mario Casreini.
Watch The Last Days of Pompeii by Mario Caserini with live scoring by The Dawn on Aug 30, 2015-5pm, Shang Cineplex Shang Rila Plaza. Make sure to go an hour early for tickets given on first come first served basis.
Incidentally, the Italian film exhibition for this year’s silent film fest is THE LAST DAYS OF POMPEII with The Dawn providing the live soundtrack. In the same bio, Ozu at age 17 was kicked out of a dormitory for writing a love letter to a boy. Throughout his life he struggled against some sort of prejudice, was conscripted to becoming a soldier. He passed away at 63 and was buried beside his mother with the epitaph, “Nothingness”.
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Watch Tokkan Kozo (A STRAIGHTFORWARD BOY) by Yasojiro Ozu with live scoring by Hidden Nikki on August 28, 2015 (730pm) at Shang Cineplex, Shang Plaza for free. Make sure to go an hour early for tickets given on first come first served basis.
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Twins Jaime (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) & Cersei (Lena Heady) has had a life long incestuous affair.
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Queen regent Cersei (Lena Headey): If it were anyone else I would have hoped for a private audience. But Stannis Baratheon, I’d have a better chance of seducing his horse. Have I shocked you little dove? Tears aren’t a woman’s only weapon. The best one’s between your legs. Learn how to use it. Do you have any notion what happens when a city is sieged? If this city falls these fine women should be in for a bit of a rape. Half of them will have bastards come morning! You’ll be glad of your red flower heh? When a man’s blood is up anything with tits looks good. Precious thing like you would look very, very good, a slice of cake just waiting to be eaten.
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IF LOTR had incest, rape, homosexuality, adultery, sadomasochism, treachery, deceit, murder, conspiracy upon conspiracy it would be Game of Thrones. GOT makes LOTR & The Hobbit look like a Disney version, filtering out the worst, most vicious parts of human nature while creator George RR Martin has no qualms in mixing it in with heroism and nobility. (this is the first article of a series)
King Joffrey (Jack Gleeson) after being gifted with two whores by Uncle Tyrion satisfies his sadistic urges.
The complexity of the GOT universe lends itself to the miniseries genre. The TV format with many episodes stretching seasons allows for greater character development and subplots. HBO is known for having sex and violence in its many award winning series like: The Sopranos, Sex In the City, Deadwood, most recently TRUEBLOOD and True Detective which casts movie stars Rachel McAdams, Collin Farrell & Vince Vaughn.
TRUE Detective cast from left: Vince Vaughn, Collin Farrell, Taylor Kitsch and Rachel Mcadams is the latest hit series from HBO.
It’s very difficult to imagine anyone else being able to pull off GOT other than HBO. GOT has become a worldwide phenomenon subtitled in every major language from Chinese to Portuguese. At the end of season 5 it broke the downloading records with 1.5 million in one day, which is such a pity. The official collector’s DVD has so many features, interviews, behind the scenes footage that fans would really love to watch.
Theon Greyjoy (Alfie Allen) feels up his sister Yara (Gemma Whelan).
Going back to the topic at hand, sex in GOT is almost never prurient or used simply for entertainment value although it does help to attract more viewers too. Sex or even nudity almost always has a purpose or meaning other than just satisfying one’s desire. Rape, for example, is just as effective as a weapon in destroying your enemies or showing dominance over a conquered people. This has been the case throughout history in countless wars and invasions.
Joffrey (Jack Gleeson) & Margaery (Natalie Dormer) kiss during their reception.
Royal Weddings
Marriage especially for the highborn (nobility) was never about romance, attraction or love. They were arranged to keep the peace for the greater good of all. Often marriage is even between warring or rival clans. It was a means to keep your enemies closer and to use resources they would not otherwise be willing to sacrifice. This is the case for nearly all royal weddings: Cersei Lannister (Lena Headey) to Robert Baratheon (Mark Addy), Joffrey Baratheon (Jack Gleeson) to Margaery Tyrell (Natalie Dormer) and so on.
“I can turn around (gives her backside) and you can pretend I’m Loras. We can have him here… anything you need and want we will do, for you are King.” Margaery (Natalie Dormer) to King Renly Baratheon (Gethin Anthony).
King of the North Robb Stark (Richard Madden) fell in love with Talisa Maegyr (Oona Chaplin)
There are very few exceptions Robb Stark (Richard Madden) married Talisa Maegyr (Oona Chaplin) out of love breaking his promise to wed the granddaughter of Lord Walder Fray. Jon Snow (Kit Harrington) fell in love with Ygritte (Rose Leslie). True love in GOT is incredibly rare and is doomed, again just like real life. Jon Snow swore a vow of celibacy as a member of the Nights Watch. He broke it in a passionate and unexpected tryst with wildling Ygritte who was dominant in sex as she was in the battlefield.
Jon Snow (Kit Harrington) & Ygritte’s (Rose Leslie) true love was doomed.
Twins Jaime (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) & Cersei (Lena Heady) has had a life long incestuous affair.
Incest
The whole root of conflict from season 1 and arguably even onwards is connected to the incestuous love affair of twins’ Cersei and Jaime Lannister (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau). Both of them are platinum blonde. Cersei with her perfect cheekbones like a true Queen of beauties, Jaime is one of the best swordsmen and powerful knight with cleft chin dashing looks.
Jaime (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) & Cersei (Lena Headey): with Lannister motto: Hear me Roar
In one steamy scene Jaime rapes Cersei during a funeral. It was borne out of grief, anger, frustration and lust on Jaime’s part. That’s one of the reasons why fans relate to the series, you understand how and why he reacts that way. Sex comes from a lot of different situations and emotions not just love or purely lust.
Margaery (Natalie Dormer) has sex marathon with King Tommen (Dean-Charles Chapman).
They’re the original sex symbols for GOT since the first season. Their sexual relations bore 3 children: Joffrey, Tommen (Dean-Charles Chapman) and Myrcella (Aimee Richardson). The Royal House of Targaryen were also famously incestuous in order to preserve their bloodlines which allowed them to bond with dragons. The problem is the side effects of incest. Cersei Lannister said, “Half the Targaryens went mad didn’t they? What’s the saying? ‘Every time a Targaryen is born the gods flip a coin.”
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Incest however is not confined to nobility, Craster (Robert Pugh) lives beyond the wall. He is known to impregnate his own daughters and ‘gives away’ his sons. He calls his daughters his wives and lives with more than a dozen of them in a lone hut surrounded by frozen tundra.
Craster (Robert Pugh) marries his own daughters and gives away his sons.
King Joffrey (Jack Gleeson) after being gifted with two whores by Uncle Tyrion satisfies his sadistic urges.
Sadomasochism
King Joffrey, who was the product of incest, had exhibited sadism at an early age. He was fond of torturing and killing animals as a child. As king he graduated by having a singer’s tongue cut out for making fun of his family.
King Joffrey (Jack Gleeson) after being gifted with two whores by Uncle Tyrion satisfies his sadistic urges.King Joffrey (Jack Gleeson) after being gifted with two whores by Uncle Tyrion satisfies his sadistic urges.
After having his betrothed punched and stripped of her clothes in court, his uncle Tyrion thought the young King needed to release some pent up energy. Tyrion sent him 2 whores in his chambers. King Joffrey had one spank the other at first with a belt, then with a scepter. When the whore refused he threatened her life with a crossbow. Kingsguard Meryn Trant (Ian Beattie) enjoyed lashing young girls with a bullwhip for his sexual pleasure.
King Joffrey (Jack Gleeson) randomly shoots his subjects with a crossbow.
from right: Ramsay Bolton (Iwan Rheon) tortures Theon Greyjoy (Alfie Allen) & turns him to Reek.
No one is more cruel and sadistic as Ramsay (Iwan Rheon) the bastard son of Roos Bolton. He captures Theon Greyjoy (Alfie Allen) then tortures and castrates him. What’s even worse is the mental torture that he unleashes upon him, its so dehumanizing that Theon forgets his identity and takes on a new personality Ramsay gives him as Reek. The method is similar to PULP FICTION where the sexually dominated, enslaved character is called ‘the gimp’.
Ramsay Bolton (Iwan Rheon) has sausage for dinner after castrating Theon.
Jon Snow (Kit Harrington) & Ygritte’s (Rose Leslie) true love was doomed.
Collectible Bluray/DVD
Fans have always lusted after the incestuous super MILF Cersei Lannister since season 1. For season 5 Lena Heady as Queen regent Cersei is punished for her ‘unnatural’ incestuous relations. And is made to walk naked across the city. Sorry to disappoint them but Cersei’s nudity scene had body double-Rebecca Van Cleave. The VFX was able to do it very realistically that no one would ever know it was not Lena Heady’s naked body.
Queen Regent Cersei (Lena Heady) is certainly the most captivating face in the kingdom. She’s also one of the most viciously cruel characters in GOT.
Queen regent Cersei (Lena Headey): in her ‘Walk of Atonement’ in season 5-Episode 10 –Mother’s Mercy
It was more demeaning than arousing, nevertheless countless fans may still need to see it again and again. In order to fully ‘appreciate’ this scene having the official DVD with extra footage would be even more indispensible. The airing of HBO episodes here in the Philippines has the more revealing scenes cut out. The extra features possibly with more nude scenes are definitely worth the price.
Queen regent Cersei (Lena Headey): in her ‘Walk of Atonement’ in season 5-Episode 10 –Mother’s Mercy
Watch out for the second installment of this article, which expounds on the most prestigious brothel in Westeros and porn stars cast in GOT.
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Sir Bronn (Jerome Flynn) takes a whore in Lord Baelish’ brothel.
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King of the North Robb Stark (Richard Madden) fell in love with Talisa Maegyr (Oona Chaplin)
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Osha (Natalia Tena) seduces Theon Greyjoy (Alfie Allen)
Osha (Natalia Tena) seduces Theon Greyjoy (Alfie Allen)
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Jaime (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) is given a sword made from Valerian steel by his father Tywin Lannister (Charles Dance)
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Theon Greyjoy (Alfie Allen) was a well-known womanizer before he was castrated by Ramsay Bolton.
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Priestess Melisandre (Carice Van Houten) seduces Stannis Baratheon (Stephen Dillane).
Priestess Melisandre (Carice Van Houten) seduces Stannis Baratheon (Stephen Dillane).
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from left: Prince Oberyn (Pedro Pascal) insists on taking Olyvar (Will Tudor) to bed with him and Ellaria.
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Prince Oberyn (Pedro Pascal) meets Lord Varys (Conleth Hill), a former eunuch elevated to the small council as Master of Whispers for the first time. Prince Oberyn: My paramour Ellaria (Indira Varma) would find you very interesting. You should come to the brothel and meet her. We brought our own wine not the swill they serve here. We have some lovely boys on retainer, but you did like boys before? (Lord Varys shakes his head.) Price Oberyn: Really? Girls? I hope you won’t be offended when I say I never would have guessed. Lord Varys: Not at all. But I was never interested in girls either. Prince Oberyn: What then? Lord Varys: Nothing. Prince Oberyn: Everybody is interested in something. Lord Varys: Not me. When I see what it does to people, when I see what its done to this country I am very glad to take no part in it. Besides the absence of desire leaves one free to pursue other things. Prince Oberyn: Such as? Lord Varys turns to look at the Iron Throne and walks away. [From GOT Season 4 Episode 6-The Laws of God and Men]
second from left: Prince Oberyn (Pedro Pascal) insists on taking Olyvar (Will Tudor) to bed with him and Ellaria.
For anyone wanting to get into the Game Of Thrones worldwide craze, its highly recommended you watch it from the very beginning Episode 1 season 1 and then just watch it through to the latest season. There are many ways to do this without having to resort to illegal downloads, that more often or not have viruses that harm your computer.
from right: King Renly Baratheon (Gethin Anthony) with his lover Sir Loras Tyrell (Finn Jones).
HBO ON DEMAND is one such way to access previous episodes without having to download large files that occupy precious hard drive space. And allow you access to their libraries of other hits such as Boardwalk Empire in various devices, from tablets to phones. In the Philippines, one of the most convenient ways of accessing movie and TV hits is iflix. PLDT HOME subscribers can get free access to iflix for 30 days. Although GOT is yet to be part of the current line up of shows. When it does reach iflix, it will make it that much easier and practical to update yourself in the GOT universe.
Ros (Esmé Bianco) shows her wares.
When one sees nudity, especially on TV, it’s easy to think that producers are just after greater ratings or audience share. In the case of Game of Thrones there’s a lot more going on than just the usual mindless sex & violence.
Olyvar (Will Tudor) excuses himself from selection.
Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice & Fire) novelist George RR Martin doesn’t filter out sex and all it’s varying forms, preferences in his books and now hit series on HBO. In a way Martin is able to recognize there’s more than just heterosexual desire, there’s homosexuality, bisexuality and so on. Although the genre is fantasy/drama, it’s a very accurate portrayal of human nature. Often there’s purpose and meaning, a statement if you will that comes with nudity and sex scenes. Its no surprise that his best selling series has been critically acclaimed and has won awards long before David Benioff & DB Weiss decided to adapt it for TV.
Jonathan Pryce plays High Sparrow, leader of the cult.
Religious Hypocrisy
For the most recent season 5, Jonathan Pryce is cast as High Sparrow the leader of a radical cult. They go on a rampage arresting and even executing anyone they suspect of ‘immoral behavior’. Ironically, Filipinos remember Jonathan Pryce as the Engineer in the musical Miss Saigon, which had Lea Salonga as its lead in 1987. The Engineer in that musical owned a bar frequented by U.S. soldiers and was the leading purveyor of flesh.
High Septon (Paul Bentley) has elaborate cosplay before choosing his companion in Baelish’ brothel – Season 5.
One of the figures they harass is the High Septon (Paul Bentley) the equivalent of a bishop or any high position in an established religion today. The High Septon frequents the brothel owned by Lord Baelish. In one occasion the High Septon takes two of them at the same time in an elaborate ceremony/cosplay.
High Septon (Paul Bentley) has elaborate cosplay before choosing his companion in Baelish’ brothel – Season 5.
He is dragged out from the brothel by the extremist cult of High Sparrow and is made to walk naked through the city while being hit by a stick. In the Philippines, it’s common knowledge that even a Catholic bishop or two has fathered children. The priesthood in the U.S. has been rocked by scandals of pedophilia. This is just one of several ways that Martin injects this reality in his novels.
Cult drags High Septon (Paul Bentley) out of brothel and forces him to walk naked across the city.
Priestess Melisandre (Carice Van Houten) seduces Stannis Baratheon (Stephen Dillane).
The priestess Melisandre (Carice Van Houten) since the first season has cast a strong influence on Lord Stannis Baratheon (Stephen Dillane). This leads to people being burned alive at the stake not unlike the Spanish Inquisition or the Witch-hunt by the Pilgrims. In all these cases needless lives were lost and countless people imprisoned and tortured from religious fanaticism and persecution.
The cult gains followers even across the narrow sea.
Lord Petyr Baelish (Aidan Gillen)
Prostitution
Lord Petyr Baelish (Aidan Gillen) a.k.a. Little Finger runs the most prestigious brothel in all of Westeros. Their specialty is being able to cater to any and all kinds of pleasures no matter how niche. It’s no surprise that Baelish has translated his success into political power as a medieval J. Edgar Hoover who has a dossier on anyone and everyone of importance. From the beginning to the later seasons there have also been prostitutes who have elevated their position in one form or another. They’re not just uneducated, impoverished victims. There’s Ros (Esmé Bianco) from season 1 and Shae (Sibel Kekilli) both of them incidentally have had Tyrion Lannister (Peter Dinklage) as their regular customer.
from left: Ros (Esmé Bianco) & Shae (Sebil Kekilli)
German star actress Sebil Kekilli plays Shae.
Sibel Kekilli is a German actress of Turkish descent. She did very few adult movies, but quickly out grew this and proved herself as an actress. She did indie film HEAD ON in 2004 and went on to work on German TV shows Paare (2015) and hit show Tatort. Her performance in Die Fremde (2010) has also earned her Best Actress from European Film Awards German Film Awards and German Film Critics Association. Her role as Shae was the international break through that gave her wider recognition.
Tyrion (Peter Dinklage) & Shae (Sebil Kekilli) genuinely fell in love.
Sahara Knight is offered by Lord Baelish (Aidan Gillen) to a client.
Porn Casting
Perhaps because of the many nude scenes, GOT producers thought it would be easier to cast talents from the porn industry: Aeryn Walker, Maisie Dee, Samantha Bentley, Jessica Jensen and Sahara Knight.
Sahara Knight is offered by Lord Baelish (Aidan Gillen) to a client.
Sahara Knight because of her exotic looks, brown eyes, olive skin was perfect as one of the rare treats in Lord Baelish brothel. Aeryn Walker was cast as one of the incestuous Craster’s wives.
Samantha Bentley plays a whore in Danaerys costume showing off her rear end.
Samantha Bentley was the prostitute who was dressed in honor of Queen Danaerys in a dress that revealed her fine buttocks.
Samantha Bentley plays a whore in Danaerys costume showing off her rear end.
Jessica Jensen was cast as one of three whores that took away the virginity of Tyrion’s squire Podrick Payne (Daniel Portman).
Jessica Jensen was cast as one of three whores that took away the virginity of Tyrion’s squire Podrick Payne (Daniel Portman).
Maisie Dee as a gift to the king is tasted by Ros (Esmé Bianco).
Maisie Dee-had perhaps one of the most famous scenes in GOT when King Joffrey (Jack Gleeson) has Ros (Esmé Bianco) whip her with a belt then sexually assault her with a scepter. For photos of this scene click on this link to GOT: Sex in the Seven Kingdoms Part 1.
Grand Maester Pycell (Julian Glover) takes a whore (Maisie Dee)
from right: King Renly Baratheon (Gethin Anthony) with his lover Sir Loras Tyrell (Finn Jones).
Homosexuality
King Renly Baratheon (Gethin Anthony) had Sir Loras Tyrell (Finn Jones) as his lover. It was an open secret. There was also a famous shaving scene as Loras wanted his lover clean of chest and pubic hair. Baelish also recruited Olyvar (Will Tudor) as his male prostitute specifically to seduce Loras.
from right: King Renly Baratheon (Gethin Anthony) with his lover Sir Loras Tyrell (Finn Jones).
Prince Oberyn (Pedro Pascal) & Ellaria Sands (Indira Varma)
Prince Oberyn Martel and his paramour Ellaria Sands were both bisexuals having both men and women in their bed most often at the same time. Oberyn once said, “Why should I deny myself the pleasure the other half of the world enjoys?”
Prince Oberyn (Pedro Pascal) & Ellaria Sands (Indira Varma) examines young woman at Lord Baelish’ brothel
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Lord Baelish’ brothel also gives the pleasure of voyeurism- the original porn.
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Shae (Sebil Kekili) seduces Tyrion (Peter Dinklage)
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The Imp gifts his squire Podrick with the best whores in Baelish’ brothel
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Margaery Tyrell (Natalie Dormer) tries to seduce King Renly Baratheon (Gethin Anthony) unsuccessfully.
Margaery Tyrell (Natalie Dormer) tries to seduce King Renly Baratheon (Gethin Anthony) unsuccessfully.
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Cult drags High Septon (Paul Bentley) out of brothel and forces him to walk naked across the city.
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from right: Olyvar (Will Tudor) shows Prince Oberyn (Pedro Pascal) their selection of women at Lord Baelish’ brothel.
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A scene from ORLAC’S HANDE. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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There’s nothing like a 30 piece big band to compliment scenes and set the mood for a Austrian silent film Orlac’s Handë. The 1940s jazzy, bluesy soundtrack by The Executives Band gave an upbeat tempo. In slower moments when the character is more pensive a singular guitar would perfectly accompany the scene. The live element from such a storied and skill full ensemble is something everyone can and should experience. Butch Roxas, lead guitarist of The Executives Band, composed music for Orlac’s Handë. Musical direction was handled by Butch Silverio who is also on trumpet.
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The 9th International Silent film fest opened with Orlac’s Handë from Austria to the delight of audiences last night August 27, 2015 at the Shang Cineplex, Shangri-la Plaza Mall. Austria is only one of 9 countries participating in the event that combines classic silent films with live music from top international and local bands. The fest has always had a free entrance on a first come first served basis. So please do check schedules and fall in line at least an hour before screening to increase chances of attending this extraordinary treat.
The Executives Band provided music for ORLAC’S HANDE. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
The 9 countries include [Aug 27] AUSTRIA- THE HANDS OF ORLAC with The Executives Band, [Aug 28] PHILIPPINES-BRIDES OF SULU with Kjwan, JAPAN-PEERLESS PATRIOT, FIGHTING FRIENDS JAPANESE STYLE, A STRAIGHTFORWARD BOY and A BUDDHIST MASS FOR GOEMON ISHIKAWA with Hidden Nikki, [Aug 29] THAILAND-THE OVERTURE with The Royal Thai Navy Traditional Ensemble, GERMANY-SYMPHONY OF A GREAT CITY with Pierre Oser & Big Jazz Balloon, SPAIN-DON JUAN TENORIO with The Ding Dong Fiel Trio, [Aug 30] FRANCE-THE CRAZY RAY with Ian Lofamia Blues Band and ITALY-THE LAST DAYS OF POMPEII with The Dawn, USA- SUNRISE: A SONG OF TWO HUMANS with Razorback.
Austrian Chargée d’Affaires Gabriele Zobl-Kratschmann. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Orlac’s Handë is a touching tale of redemption for a concert pianist Paul Orlac (Conrad Veidt) who lost his hands in a train accident. A miraculous transplant by Dr. Serral (Hans Homma) gives Orlac a new chance at life. An executed murderer the day before the accident allows Dr. Serral to use transfer those hands to the injured concert pianist.
A scene from ORLAC’S HANDE. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
The Executive Band’s Marie Puyat has big finish. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Directed by Austrian Robert Wiene the look and style of the film is considered to be part of the German Expressionist movement. Although it can also be considered as a precursor to the film noir look and in terms of story of later work in the 1930s and 40s. This is highlighted by the big band sound provided by The Executives Band established by the late Senator Raul Manglapus. There’s a strong element of mystery, a whodunit or how crimes were committed in the story based on French novelist Renard’s work: Les Mains d’Orlac.
The Executives Band’s Butch Roxas composed the soundtrack for ORLAC’S HANDE. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
A French British production called The Hands of Orlac was also produced in the 1960s starring Mel Ferrer and Christopher Lee. France’s own entry to this year’s Silent film fest is about ray that freezes people in Paris. Their film Paris Qui Dort (THE CRAZY RAY) will be accompanied by music from Ian Lofamia Blues Band.
Austrian Cultural Attaché Lisbeth Strohmeier; Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
FDCP Executive Dir Teodoro Granados during his speech noted, “The Silent Film Festival casts attention and gives recognition to archivists all over the world who tirelessly work to search, take care and restore these films so that we and future generations are able to witness such cinematic heritage. This sentiment we also share at the National Film Archives of the Philippines. It is vital for us to remember that our heritage is what keeps our cultures alive and flourishing.”
from right: FDCP Proj Dev Officer Quintin Cu Unjieng, FDCP Head of Cinema Evaluation & Coordination Wilma Isleta, Shangri La Plaza Mktg Div Head Marlene Concio-Dualan, FDCP Exec Dir Teddy Granados and Black Vomit (bassist) Igan D Bayan. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Presented by Goethe Institut Phil, Instituto Cervantes Mla, the Japan Foundation Mla, Philippine-Italian Association, Film Development Council of the Philippines and Embassies of Austria, France, Thailand and United States of America. The 9th international Silent Film festival is made possible in partnership with Shang Cineplex, Shangri-La Plaza, JEC Philippines (Austria), the National Film Center of the Museum of Modern Art Tokyo and Shochiku Co. Ltd. the embassies of Italy and Spain, Filmoteca De Catalunya, Institut Francais and EUNIC Philippines.
The Executive Band’s Butch Silverio was musical director for ORLAC’S HANDE. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Kjwan provided music for Philippines’ BRIDES OF SULU. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Hidden Nikki provided music for Japan’s 4 classic comedies. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Marie Puyat of The Executives Band at the EAST WING of Shang Plaza during cocktails before the opening. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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The Thai Royal Navy Ensemble used traditional Thai instruments for THE OVERTURE. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Hidden Nikki provided music for Japan’s 4 classic comedies. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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The Ding dong Fiel Trio provided the music for Spain’s DON JUAN TENORIO. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Big Jazz Balloon employed traditional Filipino instruments like the kulintang. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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HIDDEN NIKKI from left: Jason Conanan, Gilbert Asuque, Japan Foundation Dir Shuji Takatori, Tomoko Takatori, Aaron Gonzalez & Abby Clutario. Watch Silent films for free w top musicians providing live soundtrack on the 9th Silent film Festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza from August 27-30, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Arms rose during concert / dance number Aug 30, 2015 at EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard. Photo by Jude Bautista
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It was a dramatic turn of events leading to the protests. Last July 2015 – Felix “Angel” Nathaniel Villanueva Manalo and his mother Cristina “Tenny” Villanueva Manalo were expelled for their video uploaded on YouTube claiming that their lives are in danger and that a minister has been abducted. (From Inquirer.net) August 26- former Iglesia Ni Cristo minister Isaias Samson files complaint is for serious illegal detention against the entire membership of the Sanggunian, headed by Ka Glicerio Santos Jr at the Department of Justice. (From Interaksyon.com) This triggered a wave of protests in support of the INC Leadership starting last Friday August 28 and ended August 31, 2015, most significantly at the main metropolis intersection of EDSA and Shaw boulevard.
Truck w flags and placards to be distributed to the crowd – Aug 30, 2015 at EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard. Photo by Jude Bautista
Looking at the timeline, its evident that the government has actually done NOTHING. No arrests have been made; no cases have been filed (by the government) except for the most recent one filed by Samson. There hasn’t even been ANY statements by De Lima affirming or refuting claims by Samson, except ‘they will look into it’.
Dance number keeps energy high Aug 30, 2015 at EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard. Photo by Jude Bautista
Personally as a Filipino, as a neutral observer until the protests, I was still giving the INC leadership such as Edwil Zabala, the benefit of the doubt. Sometimes it boils down to he said, she said. One thing that I had to ask myself was IF you sincerely believe you’re innocent of crimes committed shouldn’t you welcome an investigation looking into the matter? WHY would you HAVE TO mobilize thousands of people to protest an investigation that has yet to START let alone draw any form of conclusion on the matter?
Protesters sit on the intersection to stop traffic Aug 30, 2015 at EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard. Photo by Jude Bautista
Politicians are more vulnerable to INC influence because of the bloc voting power. The media is less likely to buckle down to their pressure. NO one ever questioned their right to assembly or speech. Future presidentiables and candidates have lined up to defend their right to peaceful assembly and so on. The media however has had the temerity to ask the basic question of why they are on the streets, what are they fighting for really?
Truck distributes flags & placards to crowd – Aug 30, 2015 at EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard. Photo by Jude Bautista
Professor and columnist Randy David of PDI explained why the Separation of Church and State argument has no bearing or logic (Law Politics and the INC). Phil Star columnists Ana Marie Pamintuan, Cito Beltran (many more) echoed his sentiments. Bishop Teddy Bacani was part of the commission, which drafted the 1986 Constitution the INC is quoting. Bacani has very clearly stated that their writing of that line has absolutely nothing to do with the Isaias case and what the protests are fighting for.
The protests mantra didn’t make any sense to a country and government that has yet to do anything or conclude anything from an investigation that has NOT started- Aug 30, 2015 at EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard. Photo by Jude Bautista
DOJ Secretary Leila De Lima is obligated to look into this case by Isaias Samson, which is a huge deal. Considering the fact that as many columnists have also pointed out Janet Lim Napoles has been detained not for misuse of public funds but illegal detention, just like this case.
This is top shot of protest night of Aug 28 people were chanting ABS CBN is BIASED at EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard. Photo by Jude Bautista
The rally at EDSA Crossing instigated by some members of INC leadership is a statement to the current government AND to candidates. Their actions speak louder than words: THIS is who we ARE, this is what we can DO any time, anywhere we want AND there’s no way you can stop us. WE DARE you to investigate into the Isaias Samson case and let’s see what will happen. We don’t care if we aggravate an already horrible traffic situation in EDSA. We can DO anything we WANT.
They’re basically holding our government and our whole country hostage over this issue. Similar mass protests have been organized in Davao, Cebu and Palawan.
This is top shot of protest night of Aug 28 people were chanting ABS CBN is BIASED at EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard. Photo by Jude Bautista
It is the same impunity that the Ampatuans felt during President GMA’s administration. They delivered the votes from Maguindanao. They felt they could massacre anyone who tried to run for the same office they held AND cause the record number of journalists ever being killed at one time. Zoom to what happened August 28, 2015 Friday at the EDSA shrine. An ABS CBN cameraman Melchor Pinlac was attacked while he was shooting video footage of the INC protests.
Truck distributes flags & placards to crowd – Aug 30, 2015 at EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard. Photo by Jude Bautista
After their mindless, senseless protest choking up traffic for hundreds of thousands of people stranded in the streets for days. After harming businesses reliant on traffic flow in an important intersection in the metro for four days and members of their flock attacking a media man. After four days of generating truckloads of garbage, urine on walls of surrounding buildings, the question is: what does it get them? The answer: a personal meeting and dialogue with the President. A statement by Malacañang praises the peaceful resolution of the protests.
Look Ma! I got a placard! – Aug 30, 2015 at EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard. Photo by Jude Bautista
NO wonder the INC has proclaimed their ‘protest action’ as a howling success. Candidates have come to their support. The government AGAIN has done nothing to make them pay for their use of mob power and God knows what else.
LED screen facing EDSA – Aug 30, 2015 at EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard. Photo by Jude Bautista
For us ordinary folk who do not have the voting bloc and influence on our politicians of the INC what can we do? Are we completely powerless? I don’t believe so. We are a democracy, a free society. No matter how chaotic or how vested interests like the INC pervert the concept, we are STILL a democracy. We can and SHOULD vote for people who have the knowledge, wisdom and most of all the courage to do what is right, instead of bowing down to groups who can put candidates into power.
Guy sings ‘It’s My Life’ from Bon Jovi, reading lyrics from his iphone -Aug 30, 2015 at EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard. Photo by Jude Bautista
LISTEN very carefully to each candidate, do they give in and defend this influential powerful group or do they stand for the rest of us, for the whole country?
Inquirer.net quoted VP Jejomar Binay on the issue: “We cannot fault the INC for resorting to mass action to protect the independence of their church from a clear act of harassment and interference from the administration. Religious freedom is guaranteed by our Constitution. Yet the administration chose to trample on this sacred right. What we are seeing are people fighting for their faith.”
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MasterChef is the series that has caught the world by storm having editions in the U.S., Australia, Canada and even here in the Philippines. None of the previous versions will have the prestige and international flavor of MasterChef Asia having contestants from 8 different countries. There are 3 Filipinos in the 15 contestants: Jake Aycardo, Lica Ibarra and Rico Amancio. They are joined by amateur cooks from China, India Taiwan, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore.
Catch MasterChef Asia 9pm every Thursdays and Sundays on Lifetime.
Pinoy competitors from right: Rico Amancio, Lica Ibarra & Jake Aycardo. MasterChef Asia visited URBN Bar & Kitchen 28th St, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
The show premieres 9pm September 3, 2015 THURSDAY on LIFETIME (Skycable ch 65, Cignal digital TV- ch 63). The primetime airing of Master Chef Asia is on Thursdays and Sundays. There are also replays in between and after so check program schedules for your cable/digital TV provider. Immediately after MCA is our very own Anne Curtis’ show also on Lifetime: F WORD OUT LOUD. It’s a very fun, lighthearted, quirky look at food, shopping, travel and various activities in the Philippines. I can’t think of a better spokesperson for us than lovable Anne Curtis.
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Mentor and judges include some of the biggest names in the culinary world: Chef Susur Lee, Chef Bruno Menard and MasterChef Australia Finalist Audra Morrice. Susur Lee is no stranger to cooking show fans. He is the world famous Hong Kong chef who has graced nearly all TV competitions as judge: TOP CHEF, CHOPPED U.S. and Canada and competitor in Iron Chef U.S.. He was also able to host Andrew Zimmern of Bizarre Foods Americas in 2 of his restaurants in Toronto.
Superstar Chef Susur Lee is MCA Judge. MasterChef Asia visited URBN Bar & Kitchen 28th St, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
Susur has been referred to as the “Father of Fusion” and has won numerous culinary awards including Food and Wine magazine’s “Ten Chefs of the Millenium” and the 5-Star Diamond award from the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences. He is the owner-chef of four highly-rated restaurants – LEE, Luckee, Bent and LEE Kitchen in Toronto, Canada as well as TungLok Heen in Singapore. For 20 years, he has been the Executive Consulting Chef for the TungLok Group, which owns over 40 restaurants in Asia.
Michelin Star Chef Bruno Ménard is an MCA Judge. MasterChef Asia visited URBN Bar & Kitchen 28th St, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
Chef Bruno Menard earned 3 Michelin Stars at L’Osier, a Tokyo-based restaurant that has been voted one of the top French restaurants outside of France. Bruno has spent 20 years establishing some of the best restaurants in Asia and currently runs a top-tier culinary consulting firm in Singapore.
MasterChef Australia finalist and TV personality Audra Morrice is judge in Master Chef Asia. MasterChef Asia visited URBN Bar & Kitchen 28th St, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
Audra Morrice has been described as the next Martha Stewart of Asia. Her success on Master Chef Australia cemented her career in food and launched her into the world of culinary TV. Audra is currently based in Australia. Working closely with the Singapore Tourism Board, she is an ambassador for the Singapore Celebrity Concierge campaign. Her televised cooking show, Tasty Conversations is also GEM in Australia and on FYI across Asia.
from left: Chef Bruno Ménard, photojournalist Jude Bautista, Audra Morrice, Chef Susur Lee and Film reviewer Philbert Dy. MasterChef Asia visited URBN Bar & Kitchen 28th St, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Photo by Daniel Tan
These three prestigious judges were kind enough to be interviewed at the URBN Kitchen during their Philippine tour to promote the show. Film reviewer Philbert Dy joined me in chatting with these great culinary minds.
Lica Ibarra adds finishing touch to her creation. MasterChef Asia visited URBN Bar & Kitchen 28th St, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
—Jude: Was there any language or cultural barrier considering contestants came from 8 different countries?
Bruno: 8 different countries, 8 different languages but only one language on Master Chef Asia cuisine. We speak the language of cooking. There is only one common passion, it doesn’t matter how you speak, where you’re coming from. We have the same passion. We speak cooking. Cuisine is what we do so there is no barrier. That’s the beauty of cuisine. You can see today even though we are in Philippines in Manila we give to three people exactly the same ingredients they come with 3 different recipes. Even if you come form the same country you’re gonna do something completely different every time. That’s the beauty of cooking everybody understands food. We are here to have emotion so bring me the emotion through the food. Through the story on the plate.
Chef Bruno was a real character; MasterChef Asia visited URBN Bar & Kitchen 28th St, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
Audra: It’s very simple you have 30 minutes these ingredients, cook!
Bruno: I’m not used to English myself. You have one theme, they know exactly what to do. They just go for it based on their instinct their knowledge. We don’t care where they come from, the language, what we care for is about the story. It’s about the flavor it has to be delicious look good, impress us give us sensation. And tell us why we’re going to be thrilled eating look amazing, but why does it look amazing?
Pinoy contestants Rico Amancio & Lica Ibarra; MasterChef Asia visited URBN Bar & Kitchen 28th St, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
—Philbert: How do you balance what kind of ingredients you are using? Doesn’t someone from China for example have an advantage over Vietnam depending on what kind of ingredients are available to them?
Audra: if this is your challenge the next one might not be. It was sort of varied in the kind of challenges we had. Also they were put to the test how well they knew their neighbors. No one really has an unfair advantage. It was very well balance. We might insist you cook a certain type of cuisine for this challenge. For the next challenge you cook something totally different. It’s a bit up and down for everyone. Everyone had their moment to shine.
Bruno: Let’s say we ask them to cook lechon the specialty from here. But you’re gonna have someone to go on stage to teach you and explain step by step and how to do it correctly. It was very fair all the time.
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—Jude: How would you characterize the finalists were they a strong batch? What’s similar in all of them?
Audra: In Australia they are in season 7 in U.S. and Canada I don’t know how many seasons. Also in their local countries they are in 3 or 4 seasons. Contestants are very cluey on what to expect in the show. The beauty about Master Chef is every new batch comes in and they never know what’s going to be thrown at them. You can never really prepare for it. What we saw was incredible cooking. There was a lot of stories heartfelt cooking with a lot of stories attached to it. I think they also evolved from day 1 to the last episode. A lot of them evolved and developed. We had contestants who had very humble plans about their future. AT the end of their time on the show it became bigger. The world is their oyster. When the attitude changes everything else changes.
from left: Chef Susur Lee, Jake Aycardo & Audra Morrice. MasterChef Asia visited URBN Bar & Kitchen 28th St, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
—Philbert: Chef Susur how has judging affected your view on food, when you go out and eat and so on?
Susur: When you are cooking you are your own self. I’ve been doing it for many years. Being a chef it’s like being a conductor in the kitchen. You are making sure your cooks hit the right notes. So with judging it’s very much the same. Finally you can actually hear yourself. All these years conducting, not just saying it, the moment you are tasting. So you are articulating certain things that you are hearing yourself. It’s great therapy for a chef being a judge. Its no different when you write your own notes, you have better memory, when you’re typing it, exactly the same with me. All that experience gave me more satisfaction with the knowledge I’ve acquired. You actually express it in words and teaching somebody to help them get to the next level. To make sure they understand and also explore, I think that’s what’s important to be a master. If you wana hold a title as judge you have to be a master. The viewer as Bruno said can’t talk back to you. Your judgment is going to tell them this is the right way, the wrong way. This is something I’m learning.
from right: Unilever Sr. Brand Mgr (KNORR) Jessica Inocencio, Panasonic Phl VP Sales & Mktg Masaru Toyota, AE+E Asia Pacific Dep Mng Dir Prem Kamath, MCA judges Chef Bruno Ménard, Audra Morrice & Chef Susur Lee. MasterChef Asia visited URBN Bar & Kitchen 28th St, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Audrey Bastien (Julia) asks Solène Rigot (Diane) to lie beside her while she has sex w Thomas Coumans (bartender). Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
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Diane (Solène Rigot) knocked on the hotel room. Door opens, the bartender (Thomas Coumans) they met downstairs is now half naked. He goes back to bed and gives his full attention to Julia (Audrey Bastien). He kisses her. Diane sits down not sure what to do. Julia tells her, “Come over here.” Diane lies beside the two while they have sex. Julia in between moans of pleasure tells Diane, “Get undressed.” Diane hesitates, freezes doesn’t respond. Not long after the bartender orgasms. Julia grabs a cigarette asks Diane, “Do you like to watch?” Diane replies, “Yes its beautiful. You’re both beautiful.”
Audrey Bastien (Julia) asks Solène Rigot (Diane) to lie beside her while she has sex w Thomas Coumans (bartender). Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
from left Solène Rigot (Diane) watches Audrey Bastien (Julia) have sex with Thomas Coumans (bartender). Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
Julia goes to the bathroom and puts on a robe. The bartender asks Diane, “You want to kiss me?” Diane says, “Yes.” When Julia comes back she asks the bartender to leave. Shocked he asks why. Julia responds, “My parents are in the next room do you want me to scream so they’ll know you’re here?” He wears his pants and runs out, both girls laugh.
from left: FDCP Teddy Granados, Shangri La Plaza GM & EVP Lala Fojas and EU Delegation First Sec Jerome Riviere. Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Regardless of the title PUPPY LOVE is a film that takes out all the sugary sweetness of young romance and shows all the raw, awkward, humiliating, exhilarating and real portrayal of teen’s exploration of love and sex. Like other great films it shows true human nature and weaves a compelling story with it. That’s how and why people can relate with and understand characters, they’re very real, no matter what your age.
Watch European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015 and move on to other cities in later dates.
PUPPY LOVE from Belgium is just one of 23 titles you can watch for free at the Cine Eropa 18 film festival at Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015. Check schedules and get there early as seats are available on a first come first served basis. Because of the subject matter and nudity this is an adults only film. There are however, a lot of child friendly titles in Cine Europa such as TOTALLY TRUE LOVE from Norway, FINN from Netherlands, ANTBOY from Denmark and many more.
from left: Solène Rigot (Diane) & Writer and director Delphine Lehericey. Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
Written and directed by Delphine Lehericey, the sensitivity and even insights of the female touch is evident in this piece. PUPPY LOVE is a co production between 4 countries: Belgium, France, Luxembourg and Switzerland. French is the predominant language with English subtitles.
Solène Rigot (Diane); Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
Diane played by Solène Rigot is just like any teen, a little bit awkward, very much insecure with her looks. Although she’s curious about sex she’s unsure of how to go about it. Rigot at 14 has the innocence of a young Drew Barrymore with the unpredictability and edginess of Hillary Swank especially in their teen years. Rigot has done such a convincing and touching portrayal that she will definitely be a face to watch out for.
Audrey Bastien (Julia) takes her panties off to seduce an older guy. Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
Julia is played by Audrey Bastien, she is new to the neighborhood and is everything that Diane aspires to be. She’s extremely attractive, confident and very much experienced in sex. There is magnetism to Julia that Diane could not ignore or get away from. Audrey Bastien uses her youthful, dark haired, soft, pale skin to its fullest potential playing the seductress, Julia. Audrey was first cast and then recommended Solène Rigot who she worked with in French TV show Xanadu.
from left: Audrey Bastien (Julia) & Solène Rigot (Diane). Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
Audrey Bastien has experience in playing troubled, dark teens and has received critical acclaim. She was discovered in LIGHTS OUT from France, which debuted at the Cannes Film fest in 2010. Bastien was also cast as Katia in 2 AUTUMNS, 3 WINTERS, which was also screened in Cannes in 2013.
Audrey Bastien (Julia) just walks into their house and unknowingly changes their lives. Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
from right: Shangri La Plaza GM & EVP Lala Fojas, EU Delegation First Sec Jerome Riviere, French Counselor for Political Affairs Christine Carole and Swiss Counselor and Deputy Head of Mission Raoul Imbach. Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
The production design by Audrey Hernu is not particularly obvious or distinctive in a contemporary film such as this. Except for a few key points and may have dated the story’s time to the 90s. Diane’s little brother Marc (Vadim Goldberg) was playing an old version of Mortal Kombat in an old game console. Her dad Christian (Vincent Perez) was on a pay phone while on vacation in Belgium’s lakeside cabin. Because of the time frame, its possible the writers Martin Coiffier and Delphine Lehericey have been inspired by people and events they knew in real life.
from left: Audrey Bastien (Julia) teaches Solène Rigot (Diane) how to drink vodka. Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
In PUPPY LOVE Julia brought Diane (pronounced Deeyan in French) to double dates and exuded confidence in sex. She’d just meet men anywhere, everywhere and have sex with them, ‘for fun’. Julia would teach her how to get drunk, smoke cigarettes.
Solène Rigot (Diane) kisses Audrey Bastien (Julia). Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
Julia seemed SO free. She could DO whatever she wanted, literally and not be confined by morals or conventions. There didn’t seem to be a moral line that Julia could not cross or overcome. There were even scenes, hints where Diane was falling for her. Julia became the mentor of Diane and eventually losing her virginity. As soon as the guy achieved orgasm, Julia would send them out. She was more like a man than most men. There was this desensitization from the emotional consequences of sex. That was where conflict would arise.
Audrey Bastien (Julia) and Joel Basman (Paul). Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
This is also the genius of the story where it’s not really a moral treatise or judgment of anyone. It just recognizes that some people act, think or feel differently than others especially in sexual attitude. The film doesn’t even deal with the possible problems from promiscuity like STDs or unwanted pregnancies. What it illustrates are the emotional consequences. No matter how much we think we can divorce or separate our feelings, our way of thinking from sex, we’re only human to get affected on an emotional level.
Diane’s classmate brags about having sex. Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
With Diane, this shy, young, impressionable adolescent there can be a lot more damage done than just venereal disease. Diane gets easily lost in what she sees and experiences with Julia without realizing how badly she can get hurt. Sometimes all we get is a broken heart and worse there can be disastrously tragic effects.
Solène Rigot (Diane); Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
Solène Rigot (Diane) and Vincent Perez (Christian). Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
Diane doesn’t see and appreciate that she has a loving, caring father and brother that Julia with all her sophistication and worldliness does not have. In a way, that’s why Julia has to desensitize herself because she’s looking for affirmation from different men. Delphine Lehericey’s point of view allows us not to judge either young women but to see them as they are. Lehericey is neither vilifying nor praising promiscuous behavior but merely shows women as they are. The real crime occurs when we don’t care how or why we hurt people, especially the ones we love.
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Vincent Perez (Christian) hugs Solène Rigot (Diane). Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
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Fresh from silver medal finish at Jones Cup Moala D. Tautuaa Jr. (center) goes malling at the Shang Plaza East Wing with Justin Melton of Star Hotshots (left). Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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The awkwardness and difficulty stops Solène Rigot (Diane) and Theo Gladsteen (Antoine) from losing their virginity. Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
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Audrey Bastien (Julia) dances to music Diane blares off her speakers. Watch PUPPYLOVE and many European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
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Czech Republic’s LITTLE BABY JESUS is about a Christmas miracle performed by the Sto Niño. Watch European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
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Most Filipinos are not aware that the strongest commonality our country has with the Czech Republic is our faith. The two nations are bonded in history by a strong devotion to the child Jesus. Ferdinand Magellan landed on our shores and introduced the Sto Niño in 1521 from Madre España. Not long after it also made its way to Prague in 1555.
From left: Czech Amb. Jaroslav Olsa Jr, Shang Rila Plaza GM & EVP Lala Fojas and FDCP Exec Dir. Teddy Granados at the East Wing of Shang Plaza Mall for the reception of Cine Europa 18. Photo by Jude Bautista
The Czech Embassy in Manila led by Amb Jaroslav Olsa Jr hopes to remind us of this common history and devotion to the Child Jesus through the film PŘIJDE LETOS JEŽÍŠEK? (Little Baby Jesus). As part of the Cine Europa 18 Pinoys can watch this inspiring film for free at the Shang Cineplex, Shang Rila Plaza Mall starting Sept 12-5pm, Sept 14-6pm and Sept 16-6pm. The line up of films from 18 countries includes virtually every genre from romance to action. Cine Europa fest will be free and open to the public starting September 10-20, 2015 in Shang Plaza Mall.
Czech Republic’s LITTLE BABY JESUS is about a Christmas miracle performed by the Sto Niño. Watch European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
Ambassador Olsa said, “This time we are bringing quite an interesting film. It is a Czech Mexican co production. What is so special why did we bring it to the Philippines? The centerpiece of the film is Sto Niño de Prague. And I’m very pleased this Czech film, which is named Little Jesus or MILAGRO EN PRAGUE, will be shown in Cine Europa Film Festival. Not surprisingly this film will open the festival in Cebu. Also we will bring the director of the film Lenka Kny. She will be talking about the film talking to press, film people and we hope the film will be successfully received by the Filipinos”. Lenka Kny will be in the Philippines early October also as part of the Pelicula Spanish Film festival.
Czech Amb. Jaroslav Olsa Jr; Watch European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Cine Europa will be screening in Cebu from Oct 9-11, 2015 at the Ayala Center Cebu. The fest will then move to different parts of the country AFTER the run at Shang Plaza Mall in Mandaluyong to: Sept 22-27 Baguio City– FDCP Cinematheque, Sept 29-Oct 4 Iloilo City-FDCP Cinematheque, , Oct 13-18 Zamboanga City-FDCP Cinematheque, Oct 21-25 Tacloban City-University of the Philippines, Nov 3-8 Davao City FDCP, Nov 10-15 Leyte Visayas State University, Nov 18-22 Cagayan De Oro City-Liceo De Cagayan. And finally it returns to Makati City Nov 24-29 at the Metro Manila Development Authority.
Watch European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015 and move on to other cities in later dates.
He also discussed the role of filmmaking of Prague and the Czech Republic in Europe, “Prague the capital of the Czech Republic has a tradition and important place in film history. In the 1930s it was the second biggest film studios in Europe after Berlin. And still for a small country of 10 million people the production of 30-40 feature films every year is quite remarkable. This year we bring something very special. It is a tradition that we do many co productions. Foreign films are produced in Prague namely MISSION IMPOSSIBLE 2 & 4 was filmed entirely in Prague. There was this most famous Korean film from last year, SNOWPIERCER.”
Shang Rila Mktg Div Head Marline Concio Dualan. Watch European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
The increasing number of different films from different countries is evidence that Cine Europa is getting bigger. Shang Rila Plaza Marketing Division Head Marline Dualan said, “It is the Longest running film fest here in Shang Plaza and we are happy to note that this gem of a festival has been growing bigger and better. Not only in terms of reach but also in terms of membership. Today we welcome the embassy of Poland who is a new member in the increasing number of countries joining Cine Europa.”
top row 2nd from left: Czech Amb. Jaroslav Olsa Jr, from left: FDCP Proj Dev Officer Quintin Cu Unjieng, Inst Cervantes Dir. Carlos Madrid, PIA officer Cristina Moricca, Netherlands Emb rep Lisan Bijdevaate Mid row from left: French Audio Visual Attaché Martin Macalintal, Shang Plaza Mktg Div Head Marline Concio Dualan, Swiss Emb Sr Proj Officer & Asst to the Head of Mission Diana Chan, Swiss Counselor and Deputy Head of Mission Raoul Imbach, EU Info Officer Robert Leon, Goethe-Inst Phil Prog Coordinator Shadin Kitma, bottom row: Czech Emb Cultural & Media Affairs Officer Charlene Balaan, British Council Programmes Assistant Justine Ong. Watch European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Cine Europa’s education component will continue with its series of lectures from Filipino experts in the movie industry providing intellectual insights. Filipino movie that have significant connections with Europe will be shown back to back with Cine Europa movies that portray the similarities between Filipino and European culture.
HENERAL LUNA’s Lorenz Martinez and lovely wife Shiela Valderrama-Martinez at the East Wing of Shang Plaza Mall. Watch European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
The Czech Emmbassy recently announced: After a long thirteen years since the anthology of Philippine short stories „Darovaná žena“ has been published in Czech, a new selection of works by Philippine writers is now available in Czech translation. Co-edited by Silvie Mitlenerová and Czech Ambassador to the Philippines Jaroslav Olša, jr., the brand new issue of literary monthly Plav contains a wide range of works by classics as well as brand new Filipino talents. And to show the scope of Philippine literature, there are translations of works written originally not only in English, but also in Spanish, Chinese and Tagalog/Filipino.
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The Literatura ng Pilipinas“ issue of Plav (www.svetovka.cz) contains short stories by Philippine classics F. Sionil Jose (Graduation), Nick Joaquín (May Day Eve) and, one of the earliest precursors of the literature in the Philippines, Pedro Paterno (La dalaga misteriosa y el puente del diablo). The most contemporary literature is represented by short stories Wild Water by Crystal Koo (from the anthology „The Farthest Shore“, ed. Dean Francis Alfar and Joseph Nacino), Harinuo´s Love Song by Rochita Loenen-Ruiz (from „Alternative Alamat“, ed. Paolo Chikiamco) and Man of Letters by Marc Gaba (from „Maximum Volume“, ed. Dean Francis Alfar and Angelo R. Lacuesta).
Czech Republic’s LITTLE BABY JESUS is about a Christmas miracle performed by the Sto Niño. Watch European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
According to the Czech Emb website: Santo Niño de Praga in Vigan was donated by the Czech Ambassador to the Archbishop of Nueva Segovia in the historical city of Vigan in February 2008.
Santo Niño de Praga is a very strong bond between the Philippines and the Czech Republic. Santo Niño arrived to the Philippines as soon as 1521 when Magallanes discovered the archipelago. The First Spaniards landed at Cebu island and brought along the image of Santo Niño de Sevilla which later became known as Santo Niño de Praga.
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The Czech Embassy in Manila is well connected with the church of Our Lady Victorious in Prague and thanks to its generosity there are already five blessed genuine replicas of Santo Niño de Praga in the Philippines. The last one was donated by the Czech Ambassador to the Archbishop of Nueva Segovia in the historical city of Vigan in February 2008.
Poland’s MIASTO is a story of love, friendship and the pursuit of adventure during the bloody and brutal reality of the 1944 Warsaw Uprising. Watch European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
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Switzerland’s KEEP ROLLING is an inspiring story of how a former snowboarder now confined to a wheelchair pieces his life back together. Watch European films for free in Cine Europa 18 at Shang Cineplex, Shangri La Plaza Mall from September 10-20, 2015.
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Very few composers/musicians will be able to say their work spans movies, theater and TV. Fewer still are those who can claim countless memorable soundtracks and hits in each medium. One such composer is Jesse Lucas who started off the TRIPLE THREATS Series at the CCP last August 20, 2015. This year they feature the composers: Jesse Lucas, Vincent De Jesus (September 24) and Rony Fortich (October 22).
Jesse Lucas is one of the most prolific and talented composers of our time. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
From his film work alone he has earned: FAMAS Hall of Fame award (2010), Gawad Tanglaw Best Music- ALIENASYON (2015), Gawad Tanglaw Best Music –ANO ANG KULAY NG NAKA LUMITANG PANGARAP? (2014). 2005 was a bumper crop for him when he earned Los Angeles Best Screamfest Intl Best Music-SIGAW, FAMAS Best Score- MANO PO 3 and Yong Critic’s Circle Best Sound and Aural Orchestration- SIGAW. He has also composed music for Philippine Ballet Theater productions such as CHANTED JOURNEYS (2010), DARANGEN NI BANTUGEN (2008), SARIMANOK (1998) and BONIFACIO (1997).
from left: Jesse Lucas, Lobreza Pimentel and Peter San Juan of Phil Ballet Theater and Camille Lopez-Molina perform AWITNI BUGAN from CHANTED JOURNEYS choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
His most recent theater work includes: PEPE RIZAL SA ISIP SALITA AT GAWA directed by Floy Quintos, JUNTO AL PASIG and SANDOSENANG SAPATOS both for the Valenzuela City Center of the Performing Arts, Gantimpala Theater Foundation’s- CINDERELLA, PAGONG AT MATSING. He’s worked with every production from Tanghalang Pilipino to Dulaang U.P.
from left: Angela Herrera, Natasha Cabrera and Nikki Herrera. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Every successful film director from Jose Javier Reyes, Joel Lamangan, Adolf Alix Jr and Jun Lana has tapped his talent. He is probably one of the most of the most prolific and successful composers of our time in a career that spans the mid 90s to the present.
A lot of talented performers came out to celebrate the work of Jesse Lucas. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
For that special night, the number of talented artists who have stepped up and shared a wonderful celebration of Jesse Lucas impressive career is staggering: Irma Adlawan, Liesl Batucan, Natasha Cabrera, Roder Camañag, CMKC, Sheila Francisco, Al Gatmaitan, Franco Laurel, Camille Lopez Molina, Banaue Miclat Janssen, Ayen Munji Laurel, Sandino Martin, Rica Nepmuceno, Tex Ordoñez, Bodjie Pascua, Sweet Plantado Tiongson, Phil Ballet Theater, Pillowcase Band, Jun Jun Quintana, Valenzuela City Center for the Perfroming Arts (VCCPA), U.E. Silangan Dance Troupe.
from right: Franco Laurel, Ayen Munji-Laurel, Roeder Camañag, Che Ramos Cosio and Chrome Cosio. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Jun-jun Quintana; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Actor Jun jun Quintana surprised everyone with his vocal prowess in AWIT NG HILING and KAYA KO. Sandino Martin who also sang vocals for the number has wowed theater fans with his stint in MANHID and will be in Nick Joaquin’s LARAWAN for 2016. Quintana on the other hand has won URIAN Best Supporting actor for PHILIPPINO STORY. In his younger days Jun jun was in an underground band.
Sandino Martin; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
AWIT NG HILING is from the musical JUNTO AL PASIG and KAYA KO is from SANDOSENANG SAPATOS. Both were produced by the Valenzuela City Center of the Performing Arts, which had some dancers and cast members who performed during the song. The band PILLOWCASE added a wider instrumental dimension while composer Jesse Lucas himself was on piano.
Natasha Cabrera w VCCPA dancers; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
VCCPA members that night include: Dona Balbag, Angela Herrera, Nicole Herrera, Sheila Espina, Kimberly Somoza, Ross De Leon, Ira Ruzz Renomeron, Kate Urrutia, Jhaezel Karla Madronio and Christian Bautista. PILLOWCASE members: Nini Calingo-Polizon – vocals, Andie Onte – vocals, Dale James Ferrer – guitar/vocals, Jonn Enguero – drums/vocals and Jeff Labutap – bass/vocals.
VCCPA from left: Jhaezel Karla Madronio, Ira Ruzz Renomeron and Kate Urrutia. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Jess Lucas & Liesl Batucan; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Liesl Batucan is one of the stars from REPERTORY PHILIPPINES. The versatile performer sang a heart rending I WILL LISTEN. The song was originally performed in BENILDE THE MUSICAL. Liesl describes the song, “This is one of Jesse’s earliest works for musical theater. I didn’t get to sing this song particular (originally). But you know what? I wish I had. It’s a beautiful tender song that a loving mother sings to her deaf and mute son. In the original run it was performed by a youngFaith Cuneta, with a very young cast. Together with, at that time, the very young Nyoy Volante. Tonight maybe a little maturity maybe mine, might just be what tis song needs.” Librettist in BENILDE THE MUSICAL is Ricky Gallardo and directed by Andre Tiangco.
Liesl Batucan sang I WILL LISTEN; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Roeder Camañag performed MULI SA IYONG ALA ALA. The song is from URBANA AT FELISA with Roni Bertubin as both Librettist and Director. Roeder is a two time ALIW Best stage actor and has had many nominations from the Gawad Urian.
Roeder Camañag; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
In the official program Jesse Lucas wrote about his journey in producing the concert: “FULL RANGE has given me time to look back and be very grateful… Big big thank you to Mr. Ryan Cayabyab for the inspiration and the push, before, during and after the memorable years I spent in the U.P. College of Music. I am just one of many, many, many musicians songwriters, composers and musical artists in the industry whose lives have been touched by his music passion and generosity.”
–watch out for the second installment of this article.
Jesse Lucas is one of the most prolific and talented composers of our time. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
FULL RANGE The Music of Jesse Lucas, in cooperation with The Talent Factory Inc and Artist Playground sponsored by VCCPA, Frederick Peralta, Sea Cocoon Hotel, Davao Tuna Grill, Richgold Weddings, Philippine Opera Company, THE CLOSET-Image and Great Styling, CUT Encarnacion Group of Salons.
from left: Roeder Camañag, Jesse Lucas, Toots Tolentino, Junjun Quintana and Sandino Martin. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Natasha Cabrera w VCCPA dancers; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
PROFILE from official program
Valenzuela City Center for the Performing Arts (VCCPA)
The Valenzuela City Center for the Performing Arts is the brainchild of Mayor Sherwin T. Gatchalian. It was created by Executive Order 2006-036 to encourage and promote greater awareness of culture and the arts among Valenzuelanos. Its vision is to make Valenzuela City as the seat of culture and the arts in the CAMANAVA area. The VCCPA is an organization that fosters new avenues where the youth of its city can productively channel their energies and experience the benefits of the performing arts. It provides its members with free and extensive training in singing , dancing and acting. Musical productions are also produced here in order to showcase members’ talents.
Mars Callo and Banaue Miclat-Janssen. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
VCCPA gals from left: Angela Herrera, Donalyn Balbag and Nikki Herrera. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Liesl Batucan sang I WILL LISTEN; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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from right: Jun-jun Quintana, Donalyn Balbag, Sandino Martin and Ira Ruzz Renomeron. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Lobreza Pimentel and Peter San Juan of Phil Ballet Theater perform Awit ni Bugan from Chanted Journeys. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
Librettist Dennis Marasigan with actress Mailes Kanapi. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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from left: Tex Ordoñez, Che Ramos Cosio, Chrome Cosio, Jesse Lucas and Jun jun Quintana. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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CMKC (aka Christina Carbonell); Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: Donalyn Balbag, Nicole Herrera, Natasha Cabrera, CMKC (aka Christina Carbonell) and Angela Herrera. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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VCCPA gals from left: Angela Herrera, Donalyn Balbag and Nikki Herrera. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Phil. Ballet Theater & U.E. Silangan Dance Troupe excerpt DARANGEN NI BANTUGEN choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista
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