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TV & FilmOVER THE years, queer Filipinos have succeeded in bringing their aspirations for equality and proper representation to the big screen. In turn, movie-goers and binge-watchers have been graced with empowering narratives of self-discovery and familial acceptance. It’s one thing to admire these art forms and say they’ve changed our lives. However, witnessing the subtle stereotypes […]
March 31, 2023
TV & FilmWhat happens when a sentient wooden boy traverses a war-stricken Italy on a quest for humanity? Simple: pure magic! At least, according to Stephen King. Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio (2022), co-directed by Mark Gustafson, is certainly nothing short of that. After woodcarver Geppetto (David Bradley) loses his son in a violent tragedy, he creates the […]
December 29, 2022
HypeREMEMBER THE malls we frequented as young teenagers? Trips to SM Megamall or TriNoma just weren’t complete without copies of our favorite magazines. Our first K-Zone and Total Girl purchases were childhood highs—more so was getting dibs on their latest issues. Though most physical reads are already off their racks, Twitter user magasin archive (@glossyarchive) […]
November 10, 2022
TV & FilmComing-of-age is a Vantage column where Ateneans share their opinions on a specific beat. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this monthly column is an avenue to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this column, AB Communication senior Andrea tackles allyship in “Heartstopper” and how friendship […]
August 20, 2022