tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68344959318026179092024-03-17T16:15:40.764+08:00Pinoy Pop CulturePINOY POP POTPOURRI ... Snippets of Filipino life from a true-blue Filipino.Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.comBlogger315125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-72957030878720332392024-03-13T01:00:00.022+08:002024-03-13T01:00:00.158+08:00A Poem and Songs for Ben Tumbling<div style="text-align: left;">Benjamin Garcia, better known as Ben Tumbling, was one of the Philippines' Most Wanted personalities in the early 1980s. Prior to reaching a state of notoriety, Ben was a movie stuntman. However, police brutality allegedly pushed him to a life of crime. He was fatally shot during an encounter with police officers in Manila on March 13, 1981. Although law enforcers considered him as a hardened criminal, people from the poor communities of Malabon looked up to him as a beneficent Robin Hood figure. The widespread grief apparently inspired a poem that is inscribed on the marker of his grave at the Malabon Cemetery. A transcript of the poem and its English translation follows.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJJj4cZTeMuL098__fenponX0XBlmOssbkHvk9kwn32Nd3t2nh86zriYW0nHKA1_E2gB-tRs4rveqQxozwrQBR5lLCZehRL6L5WhmU0e_RXKZe0_7s14NrfED8Ibj4pnVGr4mSujOjRzs3yEw5_N4kZHmG0_a6mA2bY7NSHz3WRitHT4P0JVni4nGGAktW/s400/Ben%20Tumbling%20Marker.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="272" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJJj4cZTeMuL098__fenponX0XBlmOssbkHvk9kwn32Nd3t2nh86zriYW0nHKA1_E2gB-tRs4rveqQxozwrQBR5lLCZehRL6L5WhmU0e_RXKZe0_7s14NrfED8Ibj4pnVGr4mSujOjRzs3yEw5_N4kZHmG0_a6mA2bY7NSHz3WRitHT4P0JVni4nGGAktW/w437-h640/Ben%20Tumbling%20Marker.jpg" width="437" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Image Credit: <a href="https://video48.blogspot.com/2011/07/march-13-1981-death-of-ben-tumbling.html">Video48</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Ikaw ba'y masama o isang dakila</i></div><div><div><i>Bakit ba marami ang sa yo'y humanga</i></div><div><i>Mga matatanda, dalaga at bata</i></div><div><i>Sa pagkamatay mo'y ayaw maniwala </i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i>Bakit di marinig sa bibig ng tao</i></div><div><i>Na kay Ben Garcia'y napopoot ako</i></div><div><i>Bakit si Ben Tumbling ay naging idolo</i></div><div><i>Gayong sa balita ay pusakal ito</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i>Bakit ba kay rami ang mga nalungkot</i></div><div><i>Ang iyong buhay agad na natapos</i></div><div><i>Bakit maraming nag magandang loob</i></div><div><i>Nag-abuloy sayo ng katakot-takot</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i>Ang alaala mo ay magiging aral</i></div><div><i>Sa taga Malabon at karatig bayan</i></div><div><i>Ang dalamhati nila kung nasaan ka man</i></div><div><i>Sana ay kamtin mo ang kapayapaan.</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><div>Are you an evil or a great one?</div><div>Why are so many people impressed by you?</div><div>Elderly, young women and children</div><div>Don't believe in your death</div><div style="font-style: italic;"><br /></div><div>Why can't it be heard from people's mouths?</div><div>The words "I hate Ben Garcia."</div><div>Why Ben Tumbling became an idol</div><div>And yet the news says he is someone inveterate</div><div style="font-style: italic;"><br /></div><div>Why are there so many sad people?</div><div>That your life abruptly ended</div><div>Why are there so many good-hearted people</div><div>Who donated a lot to [your bereaved family]</div><div style="font-style: italic;"><br /></div><div>Your memory will be a lesson</div><div>To the people of Malabon and neighboring towns</div><div>Their grief wherever you are</div><div>I hope you find peace.</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjET2jY809QXCL9sUHOd1y2LoXr_6w7-VXZVg3WFuw1898kMfFfDmNw8MTzIQ1qydpIJuYmMVzEF-sozXR6MzQKXys2YLvZhS635ee3JLzd0q3mEJhn6ZFp4PZfaOYtH7fOA0xwIlQrwc-NPBICVN0eC94bye4ttWRs4nEVA2RzKm8KVWWqWMczBM47yBvO/s400/Ben%20Tumbling.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="252" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjET2jY809QXCL9sUHOd1y2LoXr_6w7-VXZVg3WFuw1898kMfFfDmNw8MTzIQ1qydpIJuYmMVzEF-sozXR6MzQKXys2YLvZhS635ee3JLzd0q3mEJhn6ZFp4PZfaOYtH7fOA0xwIlQrwc-NPBICVN0eC94bye4ttWRs4nEVA2RzKm8KVWWqWMczBM47yBvO/w405-h640/Ben%20Tumbling.JPG" width="405" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Image Credit: <a href="https://video48.blogspot.com/2011/07/march-13-1981-death-of-ben-tumbling.html">Video 48</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;">In 1985, Amazaldy Film Production released <i style="font-weight: bold;">Ben Tumbling: A People's Journal Story </i>starring Lito Lapid in the title role. The theme song, <i style="font-weight: bold;">Pareng Ben </i>(Tagalog: <i>My Buddy</i>, <i>Ben</i>) seems to explain why Ben met such a tragic fate. Composed by Ernani Cuenco with lyrics by Snafu Rigor, the song was performed by Bing Rodrigo. Another hit song of his, <b><i>Gintong Araw</i></b> (Tagalog: <i>Golden Sun</i>), is also featured in the movie soundtrack. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/AeEaDVMmFUg" width="320" youtube-src-id="AeEaDVMmFUg"></iframe></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"> Video Courtesy of YouTube / <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AeEaDVMmFUg&ab_channel=limva123">limva123</a></div><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>PARENG BEN</i> (LYRICS)</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Sa hangad mong makatulong sa iyong kapwa<br /></i><i>Tinahak mo ang landasing labag sa tama<br /></i><i>At lumisan sa isip ang wastong katwiran<br /></i><i>Naanod sa agos ng makasalanan</i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><br /></i><i>Batas ng lipunan pilit mong tinanganan <br /></i><i>Sa labis na pasakit na iyong dinaanan<br /></i><i>Batid kaya ng langit ang kamalian?<br /></i><i>Unawain kaya ang iyong kapalaran</i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><br /></i><i>Pareng Ben, ganyan ang buhay<br /></i><i>Kung minsa'y mailap ang ligayang tunay<br /></i><i>Pareng Ben, ginto ang buhay<br /></i><i>Bawat saglit may aral na tinataglay</i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><br /></i>[Instrumental]</div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><br /></i><i>Sa katibayan ng iyong paninindigan<br /></i><i>Nilason ng iyong diwa sa makatarungan<br /></i><i>Naligaw man ang puso, isip, damdamin<br /></i><i>Batas pa rin ang ilaw natin sa dilim</i><i><br /></i><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Pareng Ben, ganyan ang buhay<br /></i><i>Kung minsa'y mailap ang ligayang tunay<br /></i><i>Pareng Ben, ginto ang buhay<br /></i><i>Bawat saglit may aral na tinataglay</i><i><br /></i><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Pareng Ben, ganyan ang buhay<br /></i><i>Kung minsa'y mailap ang ligayang tunay<br /></i><i>Pareng Ben, ginto ang buhay<br /></i><i>Bawat saglit may aral na tinataglay</i><i><br /></i><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Pareng Ben, ganyan lamang ang buhay</i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div><b>ENGLISH TRANSLATION</b></div><div><br /></div><div><div>With your aim to help others</div><div>You took the wrong path</div><div>And the proper reason left the mind</div><div>Drifted in the current of sinners</div><div><br /></div><div>You took the law of society in your hands</div><div>With the immense pain you went through</div><div>Does heaven knows the wrongdoings?</div><div>Will it understand your destiny</div><div><br /></div><div>Like Ben, that's life</div><div>Sometimes true happiness is elusive</div><div>Like Ben, life is gold</div><div>Every moment has a lesson in it</div><div><br /></div><div>[Instrumental]</div><div><br /></div><div>In defending your stand</div><div>Your spirit has poisoned the just</div><div>Even if the heart, mind, emotions are lost</div><div>Law is still our light in the dark</div><div><br /></div><div>My buddy, Ben, that's life</div><div>Sometimes true happiness is elusive</div><div>My buddy, Ben, life is gold</div><div>Every moment has a lesson in it</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>My buddy, Ben, that's life</div><div>Sometimes true happiness is elusive</div><div>My buddy, Ben, life is gold</div><div>Every moment has a lesson in it</div><div><br /></div><div>Like Ben, that's just life</div></div><div><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/w2lj81kHcXw" width="320" youtube-src-id="w2lj81kHcXw"></iframe></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Video Courtesy of YouTube / <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2lj81kHcXw&ab_channel=SAULSLASHIDIO">SAUL SLASH IDIO</a></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div><i><br /></i></div><div><b>OTHER NOTES:</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">Rod Navarro (as himself) is in a studio hosting a program airing on Radio Philippines Network's DWWW (630 kHz). After delivering the latest news about Ben Tumbling, Navarro played an LP recording of <b><i>Gintong Araw</i></b>. Navarro dedicated the song to Ben Tumbling. At the same time, Ben was driving a car with a radio tuned to the program. He stopped at a telephone booth and made a call to get the host's attention. The host then suggested for him to surrender. The former even volunteered to act as a mediator between Ben and the authorities.</span></div></div>Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-32543161466161553722024-03-07T01:00:00.022+08:002024-03-11T00:44:10.254+08:00Some Notes on "Mamang Sorbetero"<p style="text-align: left;">The onset of the hot weather in the Philippines is slowly but surely felt by everyone. The thoughts of stifling air pushed me to ponder on the things that can help me beat the heat. One of those things is ice cream. I am not referring to the branded sort we buy in groceries by the tub. What I mean is "dirty ice cream," or <i>sorbetes</i>, the kind being sold by ambulant vendors who push a cart and ring a handheld bell. The thoughts of sorbetes remind me of a film and a song, both titled <i><b>Mamang Sorbetero</b>.</i></p><p><i><b>Mamang Sorbetero</b></i> (Tagalog: <i>Mr. Ice Cream Vendor</i>) is a 1979 Philippine romantic comedy-action film directed by Augusto Buenaventura from a screenplay he co-wrote with Diego Cagahastian. As J.E. Productions' entry to the Metro Manila Festival in that year, <i style="font-weight: bold;">Mamang Sorbetero </i>has a stellar cast led by producer Joseph Estrada, Celeste Legaspi, Rod Navarro, Dencio Padilla, Subas Herrero, Vic Sotto and Herbert Bautista. Other members of the cast include Quiel Segovia, Veronica Palileo, Sammy Padilla and Ford Elorde.</p><p><br /></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYIvykYNbue-H9t4kSUFYR2aeZaqRCaVabRsHI9mHOoDJBtXOfb_45aB1iVgI9LP_8Ksoh0JDX4-tLqjciR5mzjQeEncEDZ-tZNyJSRVpUoL489SoKajVfiZqeLJuI_mUJbQotIXgciWQJxKwFzwgKDzMqh8ex41pkme5cVLDMYwN52ivf-43BoStPSmT6/s1200/Mamang%20Sorbetero.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="630" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYIvykYNbue-H9t4kSUFYR2aeZaqRCaVabRsHI9mHOoDJBtXOfb_45aB1iVgI9LP_8Ksoh0JDX4-tLqjciR5mzjQeEncEDZ-tZNyJSRVpUoL489SoKajVfiZqeLJuI_mUJbQotIXgciWQJxKwFzwgKDzMqh8ex41pkme5cVLDMYwN52ivf-43BoStPSmT6/w336-h640/Mamang%20Sorbetero.jpg" title="Courtesy of IMDB" width="336" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Image Courtesy of <a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0401630/">IMDB</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p>The film opens with Kanor (portrayed by Joseph Estrada) alighting from a bus in a transport terminal. Being a newcomer to the urban jungle, a gang of children chose Kanor as a target. Some gang members acted as beggars who approached Kanor with the pretext of asking for alms. While being distracted Kanor lost focus of his wallet, which was snatched by the gang members. (A young Herbert Bautista plays the role of Kupal, one of the juvenile lookouts). </p><p>At the same terminal, Badong (portrayed by Dencio Padilla) is a bystander who also happens to be a <i>sorbetero</i>. He witnessed the events from a distance and accosted one of the thieves to help Kanor recover the wallet. The chance encounter provided Kanor the opportunity to ask Badong regarding the whereabouts of his <i>Tiyo</i> Miguel (portrayed by Francisco Cruz). The film's universe is so conveniently small; <i>Tiyo</i> Miguel is Badong's housemate. However, the old man turned out to be already sick for a few days and is confined in a hospital.</p><p>Back in the province, <i>Tiyo</i> Miguel had promised Kanor to help him find a job in the city. Due to his condition and what he considers as unhealthy elements in the city, <i>Tiyo</i> Miguel stated that he intends to go back to the province for good. With the promised job out of the question, Badong promptly suggested for Kanor to become a <i>sorbetero </i>like him. The film then cuts to the opening credits with vignettes of the <i>sorbetero</i> selling the frozen delight to customers seeking refreshment. </p><p>A series of events leads to the hero's meeting with his love interest, Cielo Monzon (portrayed by singer Cielito Legaspi). Her father, the debt-ridden Federico (portrayed by Subas Herrero), intends to marry her off to a rich man as a way to ease his financial woes. The rich man is Ariston Dela Serna (portrayed by Vic Sotto). Cielo is not interested in a mama's boy for a life partner. Even on mundane decisions, Ariston is very dependent on his mother.</p><p>At this point in the movie, Cielo is steadily dating Tony Imperial (portrayed by Rod Navarro). Unlike Ariston, Tony has the image of a real man who has a "backbone." It was a ruse; he turned out to be a car salesman who pretends to be rich, hoping to snag wealthy women. Tony's cover was eventually unraveled when Jimmy Imperial (portrayed by Dave Brodett), a genuine member of the Imperial clan from Negros, confronted him in a golf-club cafeteria. Cielo witnessed the confrontation and promptly decided to stop seeing Tony. </p><p>Tony is desperate to marry Cielo for her money because a criminal syndicate pressures him to pay off his debts. He hatched a plan to kidnap her as her car was approaching the gate of their house. Kanor happened to take a break from selling ice cream and rested on the lawn. He then stopped the kidnapping attempt. After introducing himself as Nick, our <i>sorbetero</i> undoubtedly became a hero in the eyes of Cielo. Moreover, Nick appears to have amassed more <i>pogi</i> points by taking the delinquent children under his fold and guiding them toward a normal life away from crime. Swept off her feet, Cielo consistently pursued Nick and their roller-coaster love story started.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>TROPES AND THEMES</b></p><p>Although not meant to be an arthouse movie, <b style="font-style: italic;">Mamang Sorbetero </b>deals with some real-life topics. For instance, the change in the nickname as someone goes from the province in the city. Our hero is named Kanor in the province; he is Nick in the city. </p><p>Nick seems to harbor feelings of inferiority complex because of his social status. Meanwhile, Cielo envies his freedom. During a date with Nick in the zoo, she compared herself to a caged animal - bound by rules and norms imposed by society. </p><p>There is also self-poking humor. There is a scene in which policemen questioned Kanor for "parking" his cart in front of a public building. Kanor told the policemen that he knows the mayor and will report them to the city official. Joseph Estrada was mayor of San Juan at that time.</p><p>In one scene, Badong says that he has only 75 pesos in his possession. According to the <a href="https://acesubido.net/ph-inflation-calculator/">Philippine Inflation Calculator</a>, the goods that can be bought in 1979 for 75 pesos would roughly cost 2,039 pesos and 62 centavos at the end of 2022.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xYZeqMAHVYU" width="320" youtube-src-id="xYZeqMAHVYU"></iframe></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><b>MUSIC:</b></p><p>The theme song is one of Celeste Legaspi's hit songs. Its melody is derived from composer Jose Mari Chan's "Mr. Songwriter," while the Tagalog lyrics was written by Gryk Ortaleza. Seemingly in accompaniment with the lyrics of the song, the opening credits feature ice cream vendors ringing their bells to alert the customers who try to beat the hot weather. </p><p>(<i>Fun Fact</i>: Two famous Joses in Philippine entertainment, Joseph Estrada and Jose Mari Chan, share a connection with each other in this film. Estrada's birth name is Jose Marcelo Ejercito Sr., while Chan's birth name is Jose Mari Lim Chan). </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PYcoUxNppxc" width="320" youtube-src-id="PYcoUxNppxc"></iframe></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>LYRICS</p><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Mamang sorbetero, anong ngalan mo</i><br /><i>Tinda mong </i>ice cream<i> gustong-gusto ko<br />Init ng buhay pinapawi mo<br />Sama ng loob nalilimutan ko<br /></i><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Mamang sorbetero tayo'y sumayaw<br />Kalembang mong hawak muling ikaway<br />Batang munti sayo'y naghihintay<br />Bigyang ligaya ngayong tag-araw<br /></i><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Masdan ang ulap sa himpapawid<br />Korteng sorbetes sa pisngi ng langit<br />Mata ng dalaga'y nananaginip<br />Mayro'ng sikretong nasasaisip<br /></i><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Mamang sorbetero tayo'y sumayaw<br />Kalembang mong hawak muling ikaway<br />Batang munti sayo'y naghihintay<br />Bigyang ligaya ngayong tag-araw<br /></i><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Mainit na labi nagbabagang mata<br />Sunog na pag-ibig parang-awa mo na<br /></i><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Mamang sorbetero o nasaan ka<br />Init ng buhay pawiin mo na<br />Mamang sorbetero tayo'y sumayaw<br />Kalembang mong hawak muling ikaway<br />Batang munti sayo'y naghihintay<br />Bigyang ligaya ngayong tag-araw<br /></i><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>La la la la<br /></i><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Mamang sorbetero tayo'y sumayaw<br />Kalembang mong hawak muling ikaway<br />Batang munti sayo'y naghihintay<br />Bigyang ligaya ngayong tag-araw<br /></i><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>La la la la<br /></i><br /><br />ENGLISH TRANSLATION<br /><br />Mr. Ice Cream Vendor, what is your name?</div><div style="text-align: left;">The ice cream you sell, I love it very much</div><div style="text-align: left;">You quench the heat of life<br />Making me forget my ill feelings</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />Mr. Ice Cream Vendor, let's dance<br />The bell you are holding, sway it again</div><div style="text-align: left;">A little child is waiting for you<br />Give us happiness this summer<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Look at the clouds in the sky<br />Shaped like ice cream on the cheek of heaven<br />The girl's eyes are dreaming<br />There is a secret in mind<br /><br /></div><div>Mr. Ice Cream Vendor, let's dance<br />The bell you are holding, sway it again</div><div>A little child is waiting for you<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Give us happiness this summer</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Hot lips, burning eyes<br />Burning love, take pity on us</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />Mr. Ice Cream Vendor, where are you?<br />Put out that heat of life<br /><div>Mr. Ice Cream Vendor, let's dance<br />The bell you are holding, sway it again</div><div>A little child is waiting for you<br /></div><div>Give us happiness this summer</div><div><br /></div>La la la la<br /><br /></div><div>Mr. Ice Cream Vendor, let's dance<br />The bell you are holding, sway it again</div><div>A little child is waiting for you<br /></div><div>Give us happiness this summer</div><div><br /></div><div>La la la la</div>Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-80956692353234967052024-03-04T02:00:00.008+08:002024-03-04T02:06:33.450+08:00Jaclyn Jose, 60<p>Multi-awarded actress Mary Jane Santa Ana Guck, better known as <b>Jaclyn Jose</b>, passed away on March 2, 2024, at the age of 60. Among her numerous accolades, the most notable is the 2016 Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress. </p><p><br /></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFcI-uyOQSCFu7svVr5IMK5SDypsztAqmAhslcvkcwCd9O3SCQdtvnCiENghx_Eo8kyHNOZYylW9EU_NZASinZ2PtiKMP81eqIwcCtKmDWr5VMvelCGWfXlSwJBPmMW3zVX642rR74MX9Sk_SURfcAaykMLpHiR7ilszQhEYRSLf6TSTtZkoYI7VGJkd94/s1920/Jaclyn%20Jose.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFcI-uyOQSCFu7svVr5IMK5SDypsztAqmAhslcvkcwCd9O3SCQdtvnCiENghx_Eo8kyHNOZYylW9EU_NZASinZ2PtiKMP81eqIwcCtKmDWr5VMvelCGWfXlSwJBPmMW3zVX642rR74MX9Sk_SURfcAaykMLpHiR7ilszQhEYRSLf6TSTtZkoYI7VGJkd94/w640-h362/Jaclyn%20Jose.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Image Courtesy of <a href="http://PEP.ph">PEP.ph</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p>For her role in the film <i><b>Ma' Rosa</b>, </i>she<b> </b>became the first Filipino and Southeast Asian to win the globally prestigious award. In honor of her memory, following is a summary of the major achievements of hers that were recognized by Philippine film-oriented institutions:</p><span><a name='more'></a></span><p style="text-align: left;"><b>Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences Awards (FAMAS)</b></p><p style="text-align: left;">Best Supporting Actress for <b><i>A Secret Affair</i></b> (2013) <br />Best Supporting Actress for <b><i>The Flor Contemplacion Story</i></b> (1996)<br />Best Supporting Actress for <b><i>Macho Dancer</i></b> (1990) <br />Best Actress for <b><i>Itanong Mo sa Buwan</i></b> (1989)<br />Best Actress for <b><i>Takaw Tukso</i></b> (1987)</p><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Gawad Urian</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Best Actress for Sarong Banggi (2006)</div><div style="text-align: left;">Best Supporting Actress for <b><i>The Flor Contemplacion Story</i></b> (1996)<br />Best Supporting Actress for <b><i>Macho Dancer</i></b> (1990) <br />Best Actress for <b><i>Itanong Mo sa Buwan</i></b> (1989)<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div>Best Actress (co-winner) for <b><i>Takaw Tukso</i></b> (1987)</div><div><b><br /></b></div><p style="text-align: left;"><b>Luna Awards</b> </p><p style="text-align: left;">Best Supporting Actress for <b><i>Naglalayag</i></b> (2005)<br />Best Supporting Actress for <b><i>The Flor Contemplacion Story</i></b> (1996)</p></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><p style="text-align: left;"><b>Star Awards for Movies</b></p><p style="text-align: left;">Best Supporting Actress for <b><i>The Flor Contemplacion Story</i></b> (1996)<br />Best Supporting Actress for <b><i>Macho Dancer</i></b> (1990) <br />Best Actress for <b><i>Itanong Mo sa Buwan</i></b> (1989)<br />Best Actress for <b><i>Takaw Tukso</i></b> (1987)</p><div style="text-align: left;"><div><b><br /></b></div><p style="text-align: left;"><b>Young Critics Circle</b></p></div><p style="text-align: left;">Best Performance by Male or Female, Adult or Child, Individual or Ensemble in Leading or Supporting Role for <b><i>Minsan May Isang Puso</i></b> (2002)</p><div><br /></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Metro Manila Film Festival</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Best Supporting Actress for <b><i>Celestina Sanchez, Alyas Bubbles/ Enforcer: Ativan Gang</i></b> (1988)</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>OTHER NOTES:</div><div><br /></div><div>*** She came from a family involved in the entertainment industry. Her mother, Rosalinda Santa Ana, was a zarzuella actress. Her sister, Veronica Jones, was an actress in the 1970s and the 1980s. She and the late actor Mark Gil Her daughter, Andi Eigemann, her daughter with the late actor Mark Gil, was active in movies and television from 2004 to 2018. </div><div><br /></div><div>*** First movie role: <b><i>Chikas</i></b> (1984)</div><p>*** Last movie role in her lifetime: <b><i>Broken Hearts Trip</i></b> (2023). The soon-to-be released <b>Pieta </b>would be her final movie appearance.</p><p>*** Notable television appearances: <b><i>Familia Zaragoza</i></b>, <b><i>Mula Sa Puso</i></b>, <b><i>Hiram</i></b>, <b><i>Ikaw ang Lahat sa Akin</i></b>, <b><i>Prinsesa ng Banyera</i></b>, <b><i>Dyosa</i></b>, <b><i>The Millionaire's Wife</i></b>, <b><i>Alyas Robin Hood</i></b>, <b><i>My Korean Jagiya</i></b>, <b><i>The Better Woman</i></b>, <b><i>The World Between Us</i></b>, and <b><i>Bolera</i></b>.</p><p>*** Last television appearance in her lifetime: <i><b>FPJ's Batang Quiapo</b>. </i>The soon-to-be released <b><i>SellBlock</i> </b>would be her final television appearance.</p><div><br /></div><p><br /></p><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div>Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-58473238053011959682024-02-29T01:00:00.087+08:002024-03-02T13:24:59.996+08:00Robert Grace Hit "A Dream" in TVJ's Shoot That Ball<div style="text-align: left;"><div><div>In the 1980s, one of the foreign songs that became popular in the Philippines is <b><i>A Dream (Dumio)</i></b> by Robert Grace. Played constantly by the leading radio stations of that era, the song was a hit among the regular attendees of the occasional Saturday night disco parties in many <i>barangays </i>all over the country. There is little information on the Internet about this dance hit. Fortunately a YouTube channel called <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8w0DTh2upY&ab_channel=RAGElite">RAGElite</a> offers some details. According to the channel, <b><i>A Dream (Dumio)</i></b> was an underground hit in Melbourne, Australia circa 1986-1987. In those years, Grace was possibly the only Australian representative of the Italo-disco movement.</div><div><br /></div><div><b><i>A Dream (Dumio) </i></b>was so well-liked all over the Philippines that the comedic trio of Tito, Vic and Joey parodied the Robert Grace hit in <b><i>Shoot That Ball</i></b>, a movie produced by Regal Films in 1987. During those times, it seemed to be common practice in the local movie industry to imitate or cover chart-topping tracks from abroad with exaggerated humor. Intellectual property law was less strictly enforced than nowadays.</div><div><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6UpVkzPBYyY4vFCKcFyJwyf5vWf6m7bqLVkPXq12Q-SkslVc8Zq3t_vKdKtHZ_sp5t6cNV1zIn2U5eRQ4s6EDD0ZGdyDobzawm1O6QDbVEuKFLrXYfLMa_rjETUdSYtRGMoHKnbGjA3ZEnR50ijLLzOd6bo5Hk3MzTW17gV6dm8t7OyQbKxTed-wsNXLR/s779/Shoot%20That%20Ball.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="779" data-original-width="503" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6UpVkzPBYyY4vFCKcFyJwyf5vWf6m7bqLVkPXq12Q-SkslVc8Zq3t_vKdKtHZ_sp5t6cNV1zIn2U5eRQ4s6EDD0ZGdyDobzawm1O6QDbVEuKFLrXYfLMa_rjETUdSYtRGMoHKnbGjA3ZEnR50ijLLzOd6bo5Hk3MzTW17gV6dm8t7OyQbKxTed-wsNXLR/s320/Shoot%20That%20Ball.jpg" width="207" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br />Image Courtesy of <a href="https://video48.blogspot.com/2021/11/the-eighties-929-tito-vic-joey-pops.html">Video48</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div><br /></div><div>Going back to the scene, the parody of <b><i>A Dream (Dumio)</i></b> can be viewed from the 46:00 to 50:00 minute window of the video below. In that scene, Pidiong, Manong and Tinggoy (respectively portrayed by Tito, Vic and Joey are students at the Agricultural School of the Orient (ASO). ASO is the rival institution of the Philippine University of Sciences & Arts (PUSA). This rivalry and other details, will be covered in future posts on this blog. </div><div><br /></div><div>Mrs. Mercedes Kasusuan (portrayed by Florence Carvajal) is their teacher in Animal Husbandry. Her students cannot afford to buy the Hong Kong goods she sells in the classroom. In order for the trio to pass her class, Mrs. Kasusuan tasked them to fill a pail with cow's milk in 10 minutes The song-and-dance sequence ensues.</div></div><div><br /></div><div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/8dDZcjlejFc" width="320" youtube-src-id="8dDZcjlejFc"></iframe></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>LYRICS</b></div><div><br /></div><div><i>Hay! Ang buhay sa </i>farm<i> ay ang galing! Walang kasinsarap</i></div><div>If you're a nature lover<i>, Darling ikaw tiyak na mangangarap</i></div><div><i>Hayop ang ang </i>view<i>, nakakaloko, oh nakupo Diyos ko!</i></div><div><i>Maraming bundok, paikot-ikot, oks talaga dito!</i></div><div>So green<i> ang paligid </i>all the time</div><div><i>Naku! Nakakagigil! (Ayayayay!)</i></div><div><i>Sariwang hangin ang lalanghapin, ang bango ng amoy dito!</i></div><div><i>Sariwang bogchi ang lalapangin, ay parang </i>five-star<i> din (Ayayayay!)</i></div><div><i>Hay! Napakahirap magpalabas sa baka ng gatas</i></div><div><i>Baka iba ang mahimas, madisgrasya iba ang lumabas</i></div><div>Milking! Milking! Milking!<i> Ay mabuting </i>exercise</div><div>Milking! Milking! Milking!<i> Ay mahusay na tunay</i></div><div><i>Gatas ng baka sa umaga ay </i>good<i> sa wankata natin 'to</i></div><div><i>Gatas na pula, mag-iingat ka at malamang namang baboy 'to</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i>Hayop ang ang </i>view<i>, nakakaloko, oh nakupo Diyos ko!</i></div><div><i>Maraming bundok, paikot-ikot, oks talaga dito!</i></div><div>Milking! Milking! Milking!<i> Ay mabuting </i>exercise</div><div>Milking! Milking! Milking!<i> Ay mahusay na tunay</i></div><div><i>Gatas ng baka sa umaga ay </i>good<i> sa wankata natin 'to</i></div><div><i>Gatas na pula, mag-iingat ka at malamang namang baboy 'to</i></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>It was nice that Regal Entertainment provided the closed captions in English.</div><div><br /></div><div>Oh! Life in a farm is awesome! </div><div>Nothing compares to it!</div><div>If you're a nature lover, darling you'll surely dream!</div><div>The view is unbelievable! Oh my God!</div><div>There are many mountains around, it's really cool in here!</div><div>The surrounding is green all the time.</div><div>Oh my! It's really irresistable!</div><div>You will smell fresh air, it smells so good in here.</div><div>The food to eat is fresh, just like a five-star!</div><div>It's so hard to get milk out of a cow.</div><div>You might squeeze something else, and something else comes out.</div><div>Milking! Milking! Milking! It's a good exercise!</div><div>Milking! Milking! Milking! It's really awesome</div><div>Cow's milk in the morning is good for out body.</div><div>Be careful with red milk because most probably, it's a pig!</div><div><br /></div><div>What a view! Unbelievable! Oh my God!</div><div>There are many mountains around, it's really cool in here!</div><div>There are many mountains around, it's really cool in here!</div><div>Milking! Milking! Milking! It's a good exercise!</div><div>Milking! Milking! Milking! It's really awesome</div><div>Cow's milk in the morning is good for out body.</div><div>Be careful with red milk because most probably, it's a pig!</div></div>Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-82227200357629172972024-02-22T03:00:00.036+08:002024-02-22T03:52:19.697+08:00Movies That Mark 30th Year in February 2024<p>The Filipino movie industry was much more prolific in 1994. At least 10 movies were released in February of that year. Many of these movies can be viewed on YouTube, while others are occasionally aired on free television.</p><div style="text-align: left;"><i><b>Chop-Chop Lady: The Elsa Santos Castillo Story</b></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><b>Dino Obrero: Haring Daga<br />Hatay Tataw Hataw<br />Kapantay ay Langit<br />Geron Olivar<br />Pinagbiyak Na Bunga: Lookalayk<br />Bawal Na Gamot<br />Matinik Na Kalaban<br />Ultimatum<br />Multo in the City</b></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><b><br /></b></i></div><div style="text-align: left;">Details of each mentioned title follow.</div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-3Cw1pggimOzHyD_jYq1zVPuozYboGZJcTlOJwR0Hx2HgR8lH-m6Ix9dbxTg5zckmc7BrGrrcy0QQNfQh3bIvlu3VSaQv4ctdQaHrY9T-QWIqKiM2So4BjukeNYV0La-mtjH5UDZLU84TtJ-ZfZvmYCwOwufqNhVPXPJb6aNSxOfuVjOJgbvTZLQSuWOS/s1538/Chop%20Chop%20Lady.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /><img border="0" data-original-height="1538" data-original-width="959" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-3Cw1pggimOzHyD_jYq1zVPuozYboGZJcTlOJwR0Hx2HgR8lH-m6Ix9dbxTg5zckmc7BrGrrcy0QQNfQh3bIvlu3VSaQv4ctdQaHrY9T-QWIqKiM2So4BjukeNYV0La-mtjH5UDZLU84TtJ-ZfZvmYCwOwufqNhVPXPJb6aNSxOfuVjOJgbvTZLQSuWOS/w400-h640/Chop%20Chop%20Lady.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b><i><span style="font-size: medium;">The Elsa Castillo Story, Chop-Chop Lady</span></i></b></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Original Release Date: </b>February 2, 1994</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: center; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><o:p></o:p></p><p></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: center; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><b>Production Company:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> FLT Films</span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>CAST</b></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Lorna Tolentino</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Elsa Castillo</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Mat Ranillo III</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Fred Castillo</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Mark Gil</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Sid Wisenman</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Beth Tamayo</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Mely Santos</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Amy Austria</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Lanie</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Mona Lisa</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Adelina Santos</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Mia Gutierrez</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Lida Santos</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Demetrio 'Rio' Ravelo</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Self / The Star Witness</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>SELECTED CREW</b></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Direction and Editing:</b> Edgardo 'Boy' Vinarao</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Story Research and Screenplay:</b> Baby R. Nebrida</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: left;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Cinematography:</b> Jose Batac, Jr.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Design: </b>Arnel Clemente</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Musical Direction:</b> Nonong Buencamino<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Executive Producer:</b> Eduardo B. Flaminiano</p><span><!--more--></span><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzurdo5Becqt1t-ke1B4ylVHG8f46UbtfPobJ7M_drPA49m04dQz7WCVIQRjkZmH4a8ip6B3ggl_Lp7XEXb7uFjuGjwAQMGtpTJVGeRqYClG0pl6KLCSYPT2WhdSmN4btlq2v4fnSAMTHz2GJ_c9Gr-QprCXY75E3MoHnbJbv-UPGJrBm9IjINNAxgqtye/s1584/Haring%20Daga.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1584" data-original-width="990" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzurdo5Becqt1t-ke1B4ylVHG8f46UbtfPobJ7M_drPA49m04dQz7WCVIQRjkZmH4a8ip6B3ggl_Lp7XEXb7uFjuGjwAQMGtpTJVGeRqYClG0pl6KLCSYPT2WhdSmN4btlq2v4fnSAMTHz2GJ_c9Gr-QprCXY75E3MoHnbJbv-UPGJrBm9IjINNAxgqtye/w400-h640/Haring%20Daga.jpg" width="400" /></a></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b><i><span style="font-size: medium;">Dino Obrero: Haring Daga </span></i></b><span style="text-align: left;">(Tagalog:</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><i style="text-align: left;">Dino Obrero: King Rat</i><span style="text-align: left;">)</span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Original Release Date: </b>February 2, 1994</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><o:p></o:p></p><p></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Company:</b> <span style="text-align: left;">Pioneer Films</span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><b>MAIN CAST</b></span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Raymart Santiago</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Dino Obrero</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Zaldy Zshornack</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Sgt. Paterno</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Jess Lapid Jr.</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Biron</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Sunshine Cruz</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Sol</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Lito Legaspi</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Don Jose</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Liza Lorena</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Aling Pilar</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Max Alvarado</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Maxi</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Kier Legaspi</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Gerald</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Lovely Rivero</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Don Jose's Mistress</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>SELECTED CREW</b></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Direction:</b> Cesar S.B. Abella</p><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Story and Screenplay:</b> Pablo S. Gomez, Manny Buising</div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Cinematography:</b> Ben Lobo</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Design: </b>Vangie Mariano</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Editing:</b> Tony Sy</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Musical Direction:</b> Rey Ramos</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Executive Producer:</b> Wilson Yulo Que</p><span><!--more--></span><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPkTYjupzNJWZAHNxkanklnJmmdg1WE1dWnZoLeL1ZIsTV43pEgZq9zcC-HoczmrUhNI5uUg8T12FWuZEY_SgTkfCG5D1X6JrR0trO1mDJ_AUhu6s9OMPL8b2Oe7n9gZGsCXn34v4ZQpxJ5VpSzz3lc304d4U0f0IsMZzjxV0Fp96Fk6leqfoEmYO51-Ws/s1541/Hataw%20Tatay%20Hataw.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1541" data-original-width="1044" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPkTYjupzNJWZAHNxkanklnJmmdg1WE1dWnZoLeL1ZIsTV43pEgZq9zcC-HoczmrUhNI5uUg8T12FWuZEY_SgTkfCG5D1X6JrR0trO1mDJ_AUhu6s9OMPL8b2Oe7n9gZGsCXn34v4ZQpxJ5VpSzz3lc304d4U0f0IsMZzjxV0Fp96Fk6leqfoEmYO51-Ws/w434-h640/Hataw%20Tatay%20Hataw.jpg" width="434" /></a></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b><i><span style="font-size: medium;">Hataw Tatay Hataw </span></i></b><span style="text-align: left;">(Tagalog:</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><i style="text-align: left;">Move It, Dad, Move It</i><span style="text-align: left;">)</span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Original Release Date: </b>February 3, 1994</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><o:p></o:p></p><p></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Company:</b> <span style="text-align: left;">Regal Films</span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><b>MAIN CAST</b></span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Dolphy</b><span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>Marlon</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Sheryl Cruz</b><span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>Jenny</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Zoren Legaspi</b><span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>Allan</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Nanette Medved</b><span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>Carla</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Vandolph </b>...<span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>Boy</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Babalu <span> </span></b>...<span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>Gilbert<b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span></b></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Paquito Diaz</b><span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span> ...<span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>Roland</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Subas Herrero </b>...<span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>Don Jaime</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Palito</b><span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="font-weight: bold; white-space: pre;"> </span>Don Ramon</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="text-align: left;"></span></b></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>SELECTED CREW</b></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Direction:</b> Efren 'Loging' Jarlego</p><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Story: </b><span style="text-align: left;">Loida Viriña</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Screenplay:</b> Cesar Cosme, Roy Vera Cruz</div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Cinematography:</b> Oscar Querijero</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Design: </b>Randy Gamier</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Editing:</b> Edgardo Jarlego</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Musical Direction:</b> Mon Del Rosario</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Executive Producer:</b> Lily Monteverde</p><span><!--more--></span><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGn2esB1avLKMNDfzYTteiKMVb-1N_FRg68DWmI3J2mZAq68agVoJuI-BK3uWZjy_EwahpAwcHDk3t4rRyL9fTUyZ_4vA3gh3BIouxXNrVm0xajdQI2jMTWokhE-bGS21SUc1GYCYl_TARRD9CpHLl_9PIP2msKh_BeeMPC0dktjTJsJVWJ6yfikA5_W_H/s1523/Kapantay%20ay%20Langit.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1523" data-original-width="828" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGn2esB1avLKMNDfzYTteiKMVb-1N_FRg68DWmI3J2mZAq68agVoJuI-BK3uWZjy_EwahpAwcHDk3t4rRyL9fTUyZ_4vA3gh3BIouxXNrVm0xajdQI2jMTWokhE-bGS21SUc1GYCYl_TARRD9CpHLl_9PIP2msKh_BeeMPC0dktjTJsJVWJ6yfikA5_W_H/w348-h640/Kapantay%20ay%20Langit.jpg" width="348" /></a></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b><i><span style="font-size: medium;">Kapantay ay Langit </span></i></b><span style="text-align: left;">(Tagalog:</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><i style="text-align: left;">Equally Heavenly</i><span style="text-align: left;">)</span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Original Release Date: </b>February 9, 1994</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><o:p></o:p></p><p></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Company:</b> <span style="text-align: left;">Viva Films</span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><b>MAIN CAST</b></span></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Sharon Cuneta</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Odette</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Richard Gomez</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Steve</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Bing Loyzaga</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Leleng</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Tonton Gutierrez</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Frank</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Charina</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Cristy</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>Hazel Huelves</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Pachot</p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p class="MyStyleforWork" style="text-align: center;"><b>SELECTED CREW</b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Direction and Screenplay:</b> Joel Lamangan</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Story and Screenplay:</b> Emmanuel H. Borlaza</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Cinematography:</b> Romeo Vitug</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Design:</b> Tatus Aldana</p><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Editing:</b> Ike Jarlego, Jr.</div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Musical Direction:</b> Jaime Fabregas</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Executive Producer:</b> Vic del Rosario, Jr.</p><span><!--more--></span><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLDQuQPGbOm61AUIiH_I55gLjPrk0ofsfN_uemcBQbv-1kdcbJVDRvPcGOnP37r5_mkLF1LycQeF2LoSrl0aynFy9Y7hxONv69JtojtzbUSIhIwql8idCPid8E62rk6HQT_1PlWmdTYqr1uQCzfEPPBAMPsF-iq7gzgOWhfaYy5ZWhIyrZS-y2rBcnFJoD/s1506/Geron%20Olivar.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1506" data-original-width="904" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLDQuQPGbOm61AUIiH_I55gLjPrk0ofsfN_uemcBQbv-1kdcbJVDRvPcGOnP37r5_mkLF1LycQeF2LoSrl0aynFy9Y7hxONv69JtojtzbUSIhIwql8idCPid8E62rk6HQT_1PlWmdTYqr1uQCzfEPPBAMPsF-iq7gzgOWhfaYy5ZWhIyrZS-y2rBcnFJoD/w384-h640/Geron%20Olivar.jpg" width="384" /></a></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b><i><span style="font-size: medium;">Geron Olivar</span></i></b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Original Release Date:</b> February 10, 1994</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Company:</b> Regal Films</p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>MAIN CAST</b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Lito Lapid</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Geron Olivar</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Edu Manzano</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Frankie Montero</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Kris Aquino</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Susan</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Zoren Legaspi</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Jerry</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Nida Blanca</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Aling Corazon</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Tony Ferrer</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Borja</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>SELECTED CREW</b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><b>Direction:</b> Jesus Jose</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Story and Screenplay:</b> Jun Lawas, Henry Nadong, Joji Vitug</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Cinematography:</b> Rey de Leon</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Design:</b> Robert Lee</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Editing:</b> Rogelio Salvador</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Musical Direction:</b> Nonong Buencamino</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Executive Producer:</b> Lily Monteverde</p><span><!--more--></span><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_y5kGyqLGC4VLHkM45Udb9mISU5fqEBvd7V-LZGN6umLHsJ5lOoRh0N1f68Mn0WYk_3POJ6QfSRIN6Zk4cQPm0HZ_wyiah3r0lxaBpTP02lF1E_tLgvGE-x0gAlL85RHKNgyD0-L5GY9_-kvNDipe0AzHEzh9VT-nJsc0riKjVX43HWMcWIkiLCXoU0xM/s1355/Pinagbiyak%20na%20Bunga.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1355" data-original-width="950" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_y5kGyqLGC4VLHkM45Udb9mISU5fqEBvd7V-LZGN6umLHsJ5lOoRh0N1f68Mn0WYk_3POJ6QfSRIN6Zk4cQPm0HZ_wyiah3r0lxaBpTP02lF1E_tLgvGE-x0gAlL85RHKNgyD0-L5GY9_-kvNDipe0AzHEzh9VT-nJsc0riKjVX43HWMcWIkiLCXoU0xM/w448-h640/Pinagbiyak%20na%20Bunga.jpg" width="448" /></a></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Pinagbiyak na Bunga: Lookalayk </span></b></i><span style="text-align: left;">(Tagalog:</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><i style="text-align: left;">Split Fruit: Lookalike</i><span style="text-align: left;">)</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Original Release Date:</b> February 16, 1994</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Company: </b>Viva Films</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>MAIN CAST</b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: normal;"><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span><b>Chiquito</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Berto</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Andrew E.</b> ...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Blackie / Urot</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Nida Blanca</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Dorie</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Vina Morales</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Kathy</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Leo Martinez</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Teborsio</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Donna Cruz</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Kristine</p><p style="text-align: center;"><span><b>Dale Villar</b></span><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span><span>...</span><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span><span>Dick</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Ruby Rodriguez</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Shirley</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Raffy Rodriguez</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Harry</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Dindi Gallardo</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Commercial Model</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>SELECTED CREW</b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><b>Direction:</b> Ben Feleo</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Story and Screenplay:</b> Ben Feleo, Ely Matawaran, Reynaldo Castro</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Cinematography:</b> Ernie dela Paz</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Design:</b> Randy Gamier</p><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Editing:</b> Renato de Leon</div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Musical Direction</b> Ricky del Rosario</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Executive Producer:</b> Vic del Rosario, Jr.</p><span><!--more--></span><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz8GFo8veX8IYlWd-yCqo4bmsbQDSMPUaaTPZ8ePpyEhpUo5jrH4whwnnGIEtYKL-Z-KSRI5xo-pbWRpwSAarAzJS37gb2jjrOowgCMeHfruLYvCoPUMW1vLIUTkZ3EILkEfyXJ_DtfcJPe72IznHdwhqv4EnNeuFOr-Y0cMmYfi-u31DN0PymMBKxjcO_/s1592/Bwal%20na%20Gamot.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1592" data-original-width="852" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz8GFo8veX8IYlWd-yCqo4bmsbQDSMPUaaTPZ8ePpyEhpUo5jrH4whwnnGIEtYKL-Z-KSRI5xo-pbWRpwSAarAzJS37gb2jjrOowgCMeHfruLYvCoPUMW1vLIUTkZ3EILkEfyXJ_DtfcJPe72IznHdwhqv4EnNeuFOr-Y0cMmYfi-u31DN0PymMBKxjcO_/w342-h640/Bwal%20na%20Gamot.jpg" width="342" /></a></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Bawal na Gamot </span></b></i><span style="text-align: left;">(Tagalog:</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><i style="text-align: left;">Illegal Drugs</i><span style="text-align: left;">)</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Original Release Date:</b> February 17, 1994</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Company:</b> Seiko Films</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>MAIN CAST</b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Aiko Melendez</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Shiela</p><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Gardo Versoza</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Jimbo</p><div style="text-align: center;"><p><b>Romnick Sarmenta</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Lester<br /></p><div><br /></div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>SELECTED CREW</b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Film Editor: </b>Ferren Salumbides</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Direction: </b>Francis 'Jun' Posadas</p><div><p><b>Story and Screenplay:</b> Humilde 'Meek' Roxas, Ricardo 'Ricky' Lee</p></div></div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Cinematography:</b> Felizardo Bailen</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Design:</b> Edgar Martin Littaua</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Music: </b>Rey Magtoto, Willie Garte</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Executive Producer:</b> Robbie Tan</p><span><!--more--></span><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9OxucJJE-nFAaUEXj2UcDnOwNuuIceLgRUXfyX-A1lx-tlrjsV65id6Mx2fkpy_XUopPfXd_UBI98TAcYsI9fqgZxQDvyy4rXQPhS8PMBoTlPWWiC4OZQ6E18YhDLiHNii6_hCa5OPwvb9PePhbLdd1EJ38hUwAgABBr7eOJtc55SpFoLS9eetoPhbURi/s1526/Matinik%20na%20Kalaban.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1526" data-original-width="882" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9OxucJJE-nFAaUEXj2UcDnOwNuuIceLgRUXfyX-A1lx-tlrjsV65id6Mx2fkpy_XUopPfXd_UBI98TAcYsI9fqgZxQDvyy4rXQPhS8PMBoTlPWWiC4OZQ6E18YhDLiHNii6_hCa5OPwvb9PePhbLdd1EJ38hUwAgABBr7eOJtc55SpFoLS9eetoPhbURi/w370-h640/Matinik%20na%20Kalaban.jpg" width="370" /></a></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Matinik na Kalaban </span></b></i><span style="text-align: left;">(Tagalog:</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><i style="text-align: left;">Wily Opponent</i><span style="text-align: left;">)</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Company:</b> EDL Productions</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Original Release Date:</b> February 17, 1994</p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>MAIN CAST</b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Ronnie Ricketts</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Sgt. Mateo Torres</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Mariz</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Lorna</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Cristina Gonzales</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Evelyn (News Reporter)</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Tony Ferrer<span> </span></b>...<span> </span>Congressman Gascon</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Jess Lapid Jr.</b><span> ...<span> </span></span>Crook Policeman<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Julio Diaz</b><span> ...<span> </span></span>Crook Policeman</div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Rez Cortez</b><span> ...<span> </span></span>Crook Policeman</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Bing Davao</b><span> ...<span> </span></span>Sgt. Bing Reyes<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Dinky Doo Jr.</b><b> </b> ...<span> </span>Tinio<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><div style="text-align: center;"><b>SELECTED CREW</b></div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Direction:</b> Leonardo L. Garcia</p><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Story and Screenplay:</b> Humilde 'Meek' Roxas</div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Cinematography: </b>Ricardo H. Herrera, Boy Dominguez</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Design:</b> Bobby Bautista</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Editing:</b> Rene Tala</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Musical Direction:</b> Dionisio 'Nonong' Buencamino</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Executive Producer:</b> Espiridion Laxa</p><span><!--more--></span><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3aTjVDA4-HqGBqQsQYimyKoZhAAj88HWoakojcZ_Qxqp2gRHSBWV8t6M_irtGtrtQ4kbw17csY2MKhODUhPXKtJjNqn3kGsRiXzNXCrpSE6l90nSZjuA_TfzufaHf6QSVlVgHOXCJUhxxe3skUWHXgD-UulZ-uwxp_4zN_0EicR09hOpkIK8s4OFyuP9Y/s1294/Ultimatum.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1294" data-original-width="1119" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3aTjVDA4-HqGBqQsQYimyKoZhAAj88HWoakojcZ_Qxqp2gRHSBWV8t6M_irtGtrtQ4kbw17csY2MKhODUhPXKtJjNqn3kGsRiXzNXCrpSE6l90nSZjuA_TfzufaHf6QSVlVgHOXCJUhxxe3skUWHXgD-UulZ-uwxp_4zN_0EicR09hOpkIK8s4OFyuP9Y/w554-h640/Ultimatum.jpg" width="554" /></a></p><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><i>Ultimatum: To Lose Is to Die</i></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><i><br /></i></b><b>Original Release Date:</b> February 23, 1994</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Company:</b> Viva Films</div><p style="text-align: left;"></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>MAIN CAST</b></div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Eddie Garcia</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Ariston Mamaril</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Dina Bonnevie</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Estrella Dizon</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Vernon Wells</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Gerard Richter</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Manjo Del Mundo</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Lt. Mijares</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Archie Adamos<span> </span></b>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Pete Olo</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Ernie Zarate</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Col. Medrano</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Bob McFarland</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>William Atkins</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Joe Sabatino</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Smitty</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Jim Broome</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Black</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Ken Metcalfe</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Ambassador Filmore</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Joe Zucchero</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>White</p><p></p><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>SELECTED CREW</b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Direction: </b>Cirio H. Santiago</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Story:</b> Leonardo Hermoso</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Screenplay Adaptation:</b> Humilde 'Meek' Roxas</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Cinematography:</b> Joe Batac Jr.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Design:</b> Jorge De Jesus, Ben Otico</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Editing:</b> Gervacio Santos</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Music:</b> Nonong Buencamino</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Executive Producer:</b> Vic Del Rosario Jr.</p><span><!--more--></span><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPWkGhTgeQ8uKQij-f8FUB458ScbCPlxkyIhTtVHiOPnjJSbscvi08Fal_z2Skk3AFjN-HGmMj3kw-jAWcIqC-gxsrisS2x2tcWWLU-kUTKPXp0PXvjBC-aaKSuidVqP4YCpIwn2z4l_CtjrlBv-lArK-FRog9A1Ct02kgRuGRimxoy3sMJikBjkdL5Nst/s1567/Multo%20in%20the%20City.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1567" data-original-width="962" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPWkGhTgeQ8uKQij-f8FUB458ScbCPlxkyIhTtVHiOPnjJSbscvi08Fal_z2Skk3AFjN-HGmMj3kw-jAWcIqC-gxsrisS2x2tcWWLU-kUTKPXp0PXvjBC-aaKSuidVqP4YCpIwn2z4l_CtjrlBv-lArK-FRog9A1Ct02kgRuGRimxoy3sMJikBjkdL5Nst/w392-h640/Multo%20in%20the%20City.jpg" width="392" /></a></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b><i><span style="font-size: medium;">Multo in the City </span></i></b><span style="text-align: left;">(Tagalog:</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><i style="text-align: left;">Ghost in the City</i><span style="text-align: left;">)</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Original Release Date:</b> February 24, 1994</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Production Company</b>: Regal Films</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>MAIN CAST</b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Manilyn Reynes</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Cynthia</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Zoren Legaspi<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span></b>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Lester</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Herbert Bautista</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Oscar</p><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Aiko Melendez</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Mabel</div><div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Maritoni Fernandez</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Alice Buenafuente</p><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Nanette Inventor</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Mrs. Masilungan</div><div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Cherry Pie Picache</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Vangie</p></div><div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>AiAi Delas Alas</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Lucille</p><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Cita Astals</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Norma</div></div><div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Vangie Labalan</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Riorita</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Mae McLaughlin</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Agnes</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Jaclyn Jose</b><span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>...<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Dolores</p><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>SELECTED CREW</b></div></div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Direction and Production Design:</b> Don Escudero</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Story and Screenplay:</b> Jose Javier Reyes</p><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Cinematography: </b>Ricardo Jacinto</div><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Editing:</b> George Jarlego</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Musical Direction:</b> Nonong Buencamino</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Executive Producer:</b> Lily Monteverde</p>Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-51659974481968963792024-02-14T23:35:00.002+08:002024-03-06T10:40:36.686+08:00It's Juan Ponce Enrile's 100th Birthday Today<p style="text-align: justify;">In my opinion, today is a historic Valentine's Day (and Ash Wednesday) because a colorful figure in Philippine politics is celebrating his 100th birthday. Juan Ponce Enrile is the name of the man. Currently serving as the Presidential Legal Counsel, Enrile is the oldest incumbent public official in the Philippines. He is also entitled to a 100,000 peso cash gift from the government. (An infinitesimal sum compared with his net worth). Also known by the nickname Johnny, he has become a staple in pop culture in the past few years because of the <a href="https://www.gmanetwork.com/entertainment/showbiznews/news/12402/look-the-funniest-memes-about-senator-juan-ponce-enriles-long-life/photo">memes</a> that poke fun on his longevity. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">Many people are in awe with his ability to stay alive that long while supposedly possessing mental clarity. (I am one of those who wish to achieve that feat in the decades to come.) My interest in Enrile's longevity started in 2012, when ABS-CBN Publishing released his memoir. Enrile was already 88 years old then, so many observers thought that the book was meant to be some sort of a "swan song." The following passage is even found in the back cover: "I have been judged and condemned many times. But I fear only the ultimate judgment of God and of history."</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0J6ZISt0MsI6dsRVH5WxwbEff7DlBqooNUJ1EZuJWH6dKUbdzbNWtCsTufOj46z8ByOlmrLRcatXt_cVBievuaAc-e4C9dC0bYD_PIIHNYQdHYaCfwzM1urN7zwPAI3__vyG8CEQZAftPZ0yk-9wR5Ldc1-yzhohtnwy31M7w6rxuEMFr7D1RJNeh7Ola/s1560/423147458_711476604151417_3713764095037375396_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1560" data-original-width="1170" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0J6ZISt0MsI6dsRVH5WxwbEff7DlBqooNUJ1EZuJWH6dKUbdzbNWtCsTufOj46z8ByOlmrLRcatXt_cVBievuaAc-e4C9dC0bYD_PIIHNYQdHYaCfwzM1urN7zwPAI3__vyG8CEQZAftPZ0yk-9wR5Ldc1-yzhohtnwy31M7w6rxuEMFr7D1RJNeh7Ola/s320/423147458_711476604151417_3713764095037375396_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">If I am not mistaken, the book had a price tag of about 1,200 pesos at the time of its release. Although I wanted to get hold of a copy, I ruled against shelling out the amount. I would have to work for a few days to earn the amount needed. Furthermore, there were voices saying the book was too expensive for what some reviewers labeled as "fiction." (To be fair, I would also embellish my own memoir if I would write mine.) </p><p style="text-align: justify;">The publishing house is part of ABS-CBN, a multimedia giant in the country. As part of the book's promotion, the then-active TV station of the company aired Enrile's story as a two-part episode of the drama anthology "MMK." Bugoy Cariño and Enrique Gil portrayed Enrile in his years as a child and adult, respectively. (Side Trivia: Enrique Gil's movie "I am Not Big Bird" is going to open in movie theaters today.)</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/9waqlJgs_io" width="320" youtube-src-id="9waqlJgs_io"></iframe></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">I forgot about the book until it came to my consciousness six years later. Let me tell you a background story. Before the work-from-home era, I used to commute from the province to my office in Quezon City. There was a policy that anyone logging in beyond 10 a.m. was considered late. One day in July 2018, it was already 10 a.m. and the UV Express van I was aboard was just approaching SM North EDSA. In instances like that one, I would alight the van and proceed to the mall. I would have early lunch and do some window shopping. I would do <i>bulakbol</i> first before working.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">On that day, I decided to eat bulalo at the Food Court and make a pilgrimage to National Bookstore. In the latter establishment, I saw shopping carts holding copies of Enrile's memoir I was planning to buy about six years ago. I was amazed that it was on sale for only 125 pesos. Of course, I promptly bought a copy, along with Asuncion David Maramba's "Seven in the Eye of History." The book eventually disappeared from the store's bookshelves and became some sort of a collector's item. In 2021 or 2022, I saw a Facebook post of a media personality saying that she bought a second-hand copy for 3,000 pesos. 😅 For now, I have no plans to sell my copy.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Due to work-related and personal obligations, as well as the challenges of commuting, it took me another two years to finally read Enrile's memoir. (My thoughts about the book will be the subject of a future post.) As my reading intensified during the pandemic, I sought more online articles to supplement my book list. One of those <a href="https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2019/02/10/1892420/juan-ponce-enrile-attributes-long-healthy-life-saluyot">articles</a> is about him attributing his long life to a vegetable called saluyot. In an effort to boost my immunity, I also started to include this vegetable in my diet most days of the week. It can then be safely asserted that Enrile is not just a pop culture figure but also a health influencer. </p>Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-56019101058916037642019-04-01T23:00:00.000+08:002019-04-01T23:00:00.135+08:00Philippine School Graduation Ceremonies and Wrestler Randy SavageIt is already graduation season in the Philippines and a popular tune often played during the ceremonies is March No. 1 in D, one of English composer Edward Elgar's "Pomp and Circumstance Marches." Debuting in 1901, March No. 1 is the best known of the six marches.<br />
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The tune might also evoke memories for those who grew up watching World Wrestling Federation matches on IBC-13 during the 1980s. Randall Mario Poffo, better known by his ring name Randy "Macho Man" Savage, often used the tune as his entrance music. The following video is a slide show of Savage's entrances, with the said tune playing on the background:<br />
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<br />Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-11624476132178649712018-11-05T11:00:00.000+08:002018-11-05T11:00:01.901+08:00Rico J. Puno, 65<br />
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Philippine Music legend Enrico de Jesus Puno, better known as <b>Rico J. Puno</b>, passed
away on October 30, 2018, at the age of 65. According to a <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/30/obituaries/rico-puno-dead.html">New York Times obituary</a>, Puno "channeled American superstars to forge a distinctive brand
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-PH;">Rico J. Puno's career in the Philippine entertainment industry spanned
more than four decades. His fame as a singer allowed him to establish his celebrity
status on movies and television. Moreover, he ventured into politics as a member
of the Makati City Council from the 1st District. In honor of his memory,
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*** Born
on Friday the 13th of February 1953, Rico J. Puno
was the eldest among Felipe Sr. and Corazon Puno's six children who grew up in
Balic-balic, a part of <st1:city><st1:place>Manila</st1:place></st1:city>'s Sampaloc district.</div>
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*** Despite
finishing a Bachelor of Arts degree at the Philippine School of Business
Administration, Rico J. Puno pursued a career in music and became successful.</div>
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*** In 1975, Rico J. Puno's big break happened at the Palazzi, where he was regularly performing as
a folk singer. The Temptations were at the restaurant having lunch with executive producers
from Vicor Records. The Motown group was so impressed with Puno that one of its
members sang with him. Vicor went on to produce his first record, <b><i>Love
Won't Let Me Wait</i></b>.</div>
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"The Total Entertainer," is also the title of an album that was
released by Vicor in 1977.</div>
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*** In the 1977 film <i style="font-weight: bold;">Wow, Sikat! Pare, Bigat! </i>Rico J. Puno is dubbed as "The Country's Top Musical Idol."</div>
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*** While being featured as a guest in the talk
show <b><i>Tonight with Arnold Clavio</i></b>, Rico J. Puno recalled that sometime in the '70s film actor Fernando Poe Jr. sought his help to serenade Susan Roces. Poe later
paid him 650 pesos for singing <b><i>Sunshine on My Shoulders</i></b> about 20
times. The two famous men died almost 14 years apart, both at the age of 65.</div>
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*** Several
noontime television variety shows showcased Rico J. Puno's talent as a co-host from the mid-1980s to early 2010s. These shows include GMA
Network's <b><i>Lunch Date</i></b> (1986-1987) and RPN's <b><i>Chibugan Na </i></b>(1994-1995). On <st1:stockticker>ABS</st1:stockticker>-<st1:stockticker>CBN, he was part of </st1:stockticker><b><i>Pilipinas Win na Win </i></b>(2010) and
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*** In July 2018, Rico J. Puno also offered advice to aspiring singers as one of the judges in <b><i>Tawag ng Tanghalan</i></b>, an amateur singing
competition currently aired as a segment of the ABS-CBN noontime show <b><i>It's Showtime</i></b>.</div>
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*** The name of Rico J. Puno's character in the <st1:stockticker>ABS</st1:stockticker>-<st1:stockticker>CBN</st1:stockticker> sitcom <b style="font-style: italic;">Home Sweetie Home </b>is Vino "Daddy V" Valentino. It can be noted that his birthday is the day before Valentine's Day.</div>
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Probinsyano</i></b>. He played the role of Engelbert Moreno, with the given name
of this character probably a nod to the English pop singer Engelbert
Humperdinck.</div>
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servant, Rico J. Puno served for three consecutive three-year terms in the
Makati City Council from 1998 to 2007. He was elected again to the council in
2016 for another three-year term.</div>
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Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-17847311841224934642015-01-07T09:00:00.000+08:002015-01-07T09:00:02.711+08:00Track Listing for "Eraserheads Anthology Two"<a href="http://www.pinoypopculture.com/2015/01/remembering-eraserheads-anthology.html">Yesterday's post</a> dealt with the compilation album <i style="font-weight: bold;">Eraserheads Anthology</i>. A follow-up greatest hits compilation album, titled <b><i>Eraserheads Anthology Two, </i></b> was released in 2006.<br />
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The album constitutes a 2-disc set, each disc having fourteen tracks. Following is the album's track listing, along with corresponding running times:<br />
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<b><i>Tindahan Ni Aling Nena</i></b> - 03:07<br />
<b><i>Shirley</i></b> - 04:02<br />
<b><i>Shake Yer Head</i></b> - 04:05<br />
<b><i>Hey Jay</i></b> - 04:41<br />
<b><i>Alkohol</i></b> - 02:55<br />
<b><i>Wishing Wells</i></b> - 03:35<br />
<b><i>Butterscotch</i></b> - 04:38<br />
<b><i>Sa Wakas</i></b> - 02:38<br />
<b><i>Wating</i></b> - 04:16<br />
<b><i>Kailan Lounge</i></b> - 03:19<br />
<b><i>Waiting For The Bus</i></b> - 03:27<br />
<b><i>Paru-Parong Ningning</i></b> - 02:50<br />
<b><i>Poorman's Grave</i></b> - 04:38<br />
<b><i>Walang Nagbago</i></b> - 03:24<br />
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<b><i>Casa Fantastica</i></b> - 05:17<br />
<b><i>Futuristic</i></b> - 02:55<br />
<b><i>Balikbayan Box</i></b> - 05:16<br />
<b><i>Andalusian Dog</i></b> - 05:05<br />
<b><i>Ha Ha Ha</i></b> - 04:46<br />
<b><i>Spoliarium</i></b> - 05:31<br />
<b><i>Tikman</i></b> - 02:59<br />
<b><i>Saturn Return</i></b> - 05:05<br />
<b><i>Scorpio Rising</i></b> - 05:11<br />
<b><i>Tama Ka</i></b> - 03:24<br />
<b><i>68 Dr Sixto Antonio Avenue</i></b> - 05:38<br />
<b><i>Palamig</i></b> - 04:27<br />
<b><i>Playground</i></b> - 04:16<br />
<b><i>Christmas Party</i></b> - 04:05Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-52101886126482441192015-01-06T09:00:00.000+08:002015-01-07T06:39:35.393+08:00Remembering the "Eraserheads Anthology"Ten years ago, I bought a copy of <i><b>Eraserheads Anthology</b>,<b> </b></i>a compilation album of the defunct Filipino alternative band Eraserheads. My copy is now missing, although I intend to buy another one in the future.<br />
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The two-disc album was released by Sony BMG Music Entertainment Philippines in 2004, two years after the band's dissolution. It includes the Eraserheads' greatest hits. Following is the album's track listing, along with corresponding running times:<br />
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</b> <b><i>Ligaya</i></b> - 04:31<br />
<b><i>Pare Ko</i></b> - 05:25<br />
<b><i>Toyang</i></b> - 03:49<br />
<b><i>Minsan</i></b> - 04:17<br />
<b><i>Overdrive</i></b> - 05:08<br />
<b><i>Kailan</i></b> - 03:17<br />
<b><i>Sembreak</i></b> - 04:06<br />
<b><i>Ang Huling El Bimbo</i></b> - 07:30<br />
<b><i>Alapaap</i></b> - 04:25<br />
<b><i>With a Smile</i></b> - 04:40<br />
<b><i>Magasin</i></b> - 04:12<br />
<b><i>Superproxy</i></b> - 05:47<br />
<b><i>Torpedo</i></b> - 04:17<br />
<b><i>Huwag Mo Nang Itanong</i></b> - 04:12<br />
<b><i>Kamasupra</i></b> - 04:38<br />
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<b><i>Kaliwete</i></b> - 03:09<br />
<b><i>Hard to Believe</i></b> - 03:34<br />
<b><i>Para sa Masa</i></b> - 04:55<br />
<b><i>Bogchi Hokbu</i></b> - 04:20<br />
<b><i>Maselang Bahaghari</i></b> - 03:31<br />
<b><i>Pop Machine</i></b> - 05:40<br />
<b><i>Huwag Kang Matakot</i></b> - 03:12<br />
<b><i>Maskara</i></b> - 04:13<br />
<b><i>Hula</i></b> - 03:08<br />
<b><i>Julie Tearjerky</i></b> - 03:35<br />
<b><i>Fruitcake</i></b> - 04:37<br />
<b><i>Trip to Jerusalem</i></b> - 05:27<br />
<b><i>Tuwing Umuulan at Kapiling Ka</i></b> - 04:43<br />
<b><i>Run Barbie Run</i></b> - 02:54<br />
<b><i>Police Woman</i></b> - 05:07<br />
<b><i>Tamagochi Baby</i></b> - 04:39<br />
<b><i>Harana</i></b> - 06:05<br />
<b><i>Sa Tollgate</i></b> (previously Unreleased) - 02:59Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-12111402081244310902015-01-05T08:00:00.000+08:002015-01-05T08:00:09.687+08:00The Return of the "Dog of Flanders" on TV<i style="font-weight: bold;">Dog of Flanders</i>, a tearjerker Tagalog-dubbed anime series that was broadcast by ABS-CBN during the 1990s, will start its re-run on the same television network starting today at 9:30 in the morning from Monday to Friday.<br />
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The original series is the 1992 Tokyo Movie Shinsha (TMS) production <b><i>My Patrasche.</i> </b>Two years later, ABS-CBN started airing the Tagalog-dubbed version as part of a children's programming block that also included <b><i>Bananas in Pyjamas</i></b> and <b><i>A.T.B.P. (Awit, Titik at Bilang na Pambata)</i></b>.<br />
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<i style="font-weight: bold;">Dog of Flanders </i>has literary roots: It is an adaptation of <b><i>A Dog of Flanders</i></b>, a novel by Maria Louise Rame. Set in 19th-century Belgium, the novel is about an orphan boy named Nello, his grandfather Jehann and the titular canine Patrasche.<br />
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In the early part of the story, Patrasche was a beaten dog who was found and taken care of by Nello and Jehann. Following recovery to health, Patrasche helped Nello and Jehann in selling milk by pulling their cart into town. Moreover, the dog became Nello's best friend.<br />
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I will not discuss the story further to prevent myself from revealing some spoilers. All I can suggest is to view the series once more and relive some childhood memories associated with it. Following is a composite YouTube video featuring the opening and closing themes of the series' 1994 airing:<br />
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Video Credit: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/theblueskiesofromeo/videos">YouTube / theblueskiesofromeo's channel</a></div>
Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-66786175390460230602015-01-04T22:00:00.000+08:002015-01-04T22:00:03.175+08:00Names for Tropical Cyclones within the Philippine Area of Responsibility: 2015 Edition<div>
The Philippines is a country regularly hit by tropical cyclones. In 2013, state weather bureau PAGASA revised the four lists of names for such weather disturbances within the Philippine area of responsibility.</div>
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Each main list is used every four years. A corresponding auxiliary list will be used in the event that the number of cyclones within a given year exceeds 25. Following is the list for 2015:</div>
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AMANG</div>
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BETTY</div>
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CHEDENG</div>
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DODONG</div>
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EGAY</div>
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FALCON</div>
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GORING</div>
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HANNA</div>
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INENG</div>
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JENNY</div>
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LANDO</div>
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MARILYN</div>
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NONOY</div>
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QUIEL</div>
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RAMON</div>
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TISOY</div>
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URSULA</div>
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VIRING</div>
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WENG</div>
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YOYOY</div>
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ZIGZAG</div>
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ABE</div>
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BERTO</div>
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CHARO</div>
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DADO</div>
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ESTOY</div>
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JAIME</div>
Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-82770892582381888642015-01-03T12:00:00.000+08:002015-01-03T12:00:02.549+08:00Culinary Uses of "Langka" (Jackfruit)The fruit of the langka (jackfruit) tree has a lot of culinary uses in the Philippines, regardless of the level of ripeness. The unripe fruit is typically cooked with coconut milk. On the other hand, the ripe fruit is sweet with a flavor that reminds of a combination of banana and pineapple. The ripe flesh or arils can be eaten directly from the fruit or can be preserved in sugar. Moreover, the seeds from ripe fruits can be toasted like chestnuts or boiled like peanuts.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This jackfruit measured 37 inches long (excluding the stem) and 28 inches in girth.</td></tr>
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<br />Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-69302818738717063102015-01-02T12:00:00.000+08:002015-01-02T12:00:02.429+08:00Thanks and More Power to ABS-CBN Film RestorationThe hustle and bustle of the Christmas season may have delayed but not stopped me from extending heartfelt gratitude to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/filmrestorationabscbn?ref=br_tf">ABS-CBN Film Restoration</a> for giving me a ticket for two to the screening of the digitally restored version of the Mike de Leon classic, <b style="font-style: italic;">Hindi Nahahati ang Langit</b>, last November.<br />
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The 1985 movie adaptation is based on a Tagalog Komiks series by Nerissa Cabral. The powerhouse cast includes Christopher de Leon, Edu Manzano, Dina Bonnevie and Lorna Tolentino. <b style="font-style: italic;">Hindi Nahahati ang Langit </b>is one of the more than 60 movies that have been remastered by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/filmrestorationabscbn?ref=br_tf">ABS-CBN Film Restoration</a>. Its trailer follows:</div>
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The organization emphasizes in its slogan: "We all deserve to see classic films." As I fully support this statement, I express my thanks to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/filmrestorationabscbn?ref=br_tf">ABS-CBN Film Restoration</a>'s efforts. The remastering of old movies allows the new generation of audiences to get a glimpse of Filipino culture in the past.</div>
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As the New Year begins, I am hoping that <a href="https://www.facebook.com/filmrestorationabscbn?ref=br_tf">ABS-CBN Film Restoration</a> will continue to achieve success. Its advocacy should become known to other enthusiasts of Philippine cinema and culture, in general.</div>
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Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-20898727569932425302015-01-01T21:40:00.002+08:002015-01-01T21:40:27.212+08:00Philippine Holidays for 2015The first regular holiday in the Philippines for 2015 is today, New Year's Day. This holiday was declared through <a href="http://www.gov.ph/2014/07/17/proclamation-no-831-s-2014/">Proclamation No. 831, s. 2014</a>, which was signed by President Benigno S. Aquino III last July.<br />
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Following is a listing of the other holidays for the rest of the year. The listing can guide us in planning our vacations ahead. It can be noticed that there are a lot of opportunities for free-time. Knowledge of these breaks can motivate us to work hard and enjoy the holidays as rewards for job well done.<br />
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<b>A. Regular Holidays</b><i> </i><br />
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Maundy Thursday - April 2<br />
Good Friday - April 3<br />
<i>Araw ng Kagitingan</i> (Day of Valor) - April 9 (Thursday)<br />
Labor Day - May 1 (Friday)<br />
Independence Day - June 12 (Friday)<br />
National Heroes Day - August 31 (Last Monday of August)<br />
Bonifacio Day - November 30 (Monday)<br />
Christmas Day - December 25 (Friday)<br />
Rizal Day - December 30 (Wednesday)<br />
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Chinese New Year - February 19 (Thursday)<br />
Black Saturday - April 4<br />
Ninoy Aquino Day - August 21 (Friday)<br />
All Saints Day - November 1 (Sunday)<br />
Additional special non-working days - January 2 (Friday); Christmas Eve - December 24 (Thursday)<br />
Last Day of the Year - December 31 (Thursday)<br />
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EDSA Revolution Anniversary - February 25 (Wednesday)<br />
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The national holidays for the observance of Eid’l Fitr and Eidul Adha will be declared "after the approximate dates of the Islamic holidays have been determined in accordance with the Islamic calendar (Hijra) or the lunar calendar, or upon Islamic astronomical calculations, whichever is possible or convenient". The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos shall inform the Office of the President on which days the holidays shall respectively fall.<br />
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It can be noted that there will be at least eight long weekends:<br />
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* January 1 to 4<br />
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* April 2 to 5<br />
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* May 1 to 3<br />
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* June 12 to 14<br />
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* August 21 to 23<br />
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* August 29 to 31<br />
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* November 28 to 30<br />
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* December 24 to 27Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-73108431722508188202014-03-21T09:00:00.000+08:002015-01-02T11:48:21.360+08:00Macarthur PalmThere is an ornamental plant that is ubiquitous in many areas in Luzon, but I did not know what its name was. I then heard from older folks that its name is "Macarthur," leading me to assume that the commonplace palm was labeled as such in honor of the famous American general who said the famous line, "... I shall return." This ornamental palm is being planted by the Metro Manila Development Authority on large pots along its footbridges.<br />
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It turns out that Macarthur (<i>Ptychosperma macarthurii</i>) is originally found in isolated occurrences in the Northern Territory and Queensland in Australia, and New Guinea. The palm was introduced to the Philippines in the 1900s. It was named for Sir William Macarthur (1800-1882). He was was one of the most active and influential horticulturists in Australia in the mid-to-late 19th century.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">William Macarthur (Image Credit: <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Macarthur">Wikipedia</a>)</td></tr>
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My presumption about the plant and Douglas MacArthur have been incorrect, but there is still a connection can be made. In 1942, the general said the line "I came out of Bataan and I shall return." during a speech in Terowie, South Australia. Everyone knows that two years later, he fulfilled this promise in the shores of Palo, Leyte.<br />
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Because of these associations, I now see the Macarthur plant in a new light. It may not be related to General Douglas but it made me remind of a historical event that started the end of the Second World War and glorified victorious returns in all sorts of battlefields.Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-1907611991489038662014-03-20T09:00:00.000+08:002014-03-20T09:00:00.346+08:00Jose Rizal's First Novel: "Noli Me Tangere"<b><i>Noli Me Tangere</i></b> (Latin , "Touch Me Not") is a novel written by Dr. Jose Rizal during the colonization of the country by Spain to expose the abuses of the friars and the government on which they wield a heavy influence. One hundred and twenty seven years later, it can be noted that this problem about the supposed separation of Church and State is still one pf the most pressing issues in our country today.<br />
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Originally written in Spanish, the novel's title refers to John 20:17 in the New Testament of the Bible. When Mary Magdalene tried to touch the newly-risen Jesus, He said "Touch me not; for I am not yet ascended to my Father."<br />
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<i style="font-weight: bold;">Noli Me Tangere</i>, along with its sequel <b><i>El Filibusterismo</i></b>, is now a required reading material for high school students throughout the archipelago. One of the most popular translations was made by Domingo D. De Guzman, Francisco Laksamana and Maria Odulio De Guzman. The front cover of this version is shown above.Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-87305321103884198552014-03-19T09:00:00.000+08:002014-03-19T09:00:01.536+08:00Boy Bawang Chichacorn<a href="http://www.kskfoodproducts.com/">KSK Products</a>' Boy Bawang Chichacorn is a brand of <i>chichacorn </i>that the company claims to have a "soft crunch with stronger taste of garlic." A delicacy in the Ilocos Region, <i>chichacorn </i>refers to corn kernels that are deep-fried in vegetable oil until crunchy. Salt and sauteed garlic are then added for flavor. The company says that Boy Bawang Chichacorn is intriguingly delicious. It adds that one can enjoy the weekend watching favorite TV show while munching into a pouch of this snack. I beg to differ since I eat this product at any time and day of the week I choose.<br />
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Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-71763251215015421682014-03-18T09:00:00.000+08:002014-03-18T09:00:02.634+08:00Fidel V. Ramos: The President Who Undertook the Most Number of State Visits<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: justify;">
Former President Fidel V. Ramos, who celebrates his eighty-sixth birthday today, made 24 state visits during his six-year term from 1992 to 1998. It was the highest number of such category of foreign trips among all Philippine chief executives.<br />
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According to the official gazette of the Philippine government, the state visit is the highest form of diplomatic interaction between the Republic and foreign nations, so it demonstrates the highest form of diplomatic ceremony. It includes full arrival honors and a state luncheon or state dinner that is held in honor of the visiting head of state. The state visit is undertaken at the invitation of the host country.</div>
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In comparison, the official visit is undertaken by the head of government at the invitation of the head of a foreign government or of a foreign high-ranking government official. A state luncheon or state dinner is not required in official visits. Working visits, which concentrate on topical agendas, do not require an invitation from the host country. Working meetings are conducted and media availability may be provided.</div>
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Shortly after Ramos' election in 1992, Ramos traveled to Brunei Darussalam (October 4 to 6) and to Thailand (December 17 to 20), both on official capacity. Following is a list of the ensuing state visits undertaken by the 12th President of the Republic of the Philippines:</div>
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January 27 to 30 - Malaysia</div>
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February 11 to 13 - Singapore</div>
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March 9 to 13 - Japan</div>
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April 25 to May 1 - People’s Republic of China</div>
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April 25 to May 1 - Hong Kong</div>
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May 23 to 26 - Republic of Korea</div>
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September 20 to 24 - Indonesia</div>
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<b>1994 </b> <br />
August 6 to 8 - Brunei Darussalam</div>
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March 6 to 8 - Amsterdam</div>
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March 16 to 18 - New Zealand</div>
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March 18 to 23 - Australia<b> </b><br />
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<b>Note:</b> Ramos attended three summits in 1996: ASEM Meeting in Thailand (February 29 to March 3), Nihon Keizai Shimbun's International Conference in Japan (May 16 to 17) and ASEAN Leader's Informal Meeting in Indonesia (November 27 to December 2). He made an official visit to Brunei Darussalam on August 18 to 19.<b> </b><br />
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March 2 to 5 - India</div>
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March 5 to 7 - Bangladesh</div>
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March 7 to 9 - Pakistan</div>
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March 9 to 10 - Qatar</div>
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March 10 to 11 - Bahrain</div>
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June 21 to 22 - Oman</div>
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June 22 to 24 - Greece</div>
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September 13 to 15 - Kuwait</div>
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September 15 to 17 - Czech Republic</div>
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October 15 to 17 - Myanmar</div>
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October 17 to 18 - Lao People's Democratic Republic</div>
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November 26 to 27 - USA</div>
November 27 to 30 - Canada<br />
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Ramos' last foreign trip as President happened from April 7 to 10, 1998, when he went to the United States in an official capacity.<br />
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SOURCE: <a href="http://www.gov.ph/presidential-trips/the-foreign-trips-of-the-presidents/">Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines</a>Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-19273760849881759882014-03-17T09:00:00.000+08:002014-03-17T10:07:19.608+08:00Battle of the Mermaids on Primetime TV: "Kambal Sirena" vs. "Dyesebel"Philippine primetime television will see the "Battle of the Mermaids" starting tonight as the leading networks, GMA Network and ABS-CBN, offer programs that feature the mythical creature: <i><b>Kambal Sirena</b></i> (Tagalog, "Twin Mermaid) and <i><b>Dyesebel</b></i>. Both programs can be seen from Monday to Friday.<br />
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The <i>sirena</i> or mermaid is a staple of Philippine folklore and popular culture. Similar with other cultures, the <i>sirena</i> is commonly portrayed as a beautiful woman with the upper body of a human and the tail of a fish. Aside from having long and flowing hair, the breasts of the sirena are typically covered by a pair of large seashells.<br />
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GMA Network seems to have gained a headway by commencing the broadcast of its <i><b>Kambal Sirena </b></i>exactly a week ago. Kambal Sirena features Louise delos Reyes in a dual title role. Support is provided by Aljur Abrenica, Mike Tan and Angelika dela Cruz.<br />
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<i><b>Kambal Sirena</b></i> is about twins named Alona and Perlas. One of them is born with gills behind her ears and the other with a mermaid's tail. (Note: <i>Alona</i> is presumably derived from <i>alon</i>, the Tagalog word for "wave"; <i>perlas</i> is Tagalog for "pearls). The twins' mother moved along with them to an isolated island due to worries that neighbors might be surprised by their strange features. Circumstances eventually led the twins to live separately.<br />
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On the other hand, ABS-CBN is going to present <i><b>Dyesebel</b></i> starting March 17. This fantasy drama series is based on a graphic novel by Mars Ravelo, whose other works have been licensed to the network. Anne Curtis will play the title role. An ensemble cast led by Gerald Anderson and Sam Milby.<br />
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The story of Dyesebel is about a young mermaid that discovers the world above the ocean and gets involved in a love triangle. It has a long history in film and television starting with a 1953 movie having Edna Luna role. Vilma Santos, Alma Moreno, Alice Dixson, and <a href="http://www.pinoypopculture.com/2013/01/movie-ads-dyesebel-1996.html">Charlene Gonzalez</a> followed suit in playing the role of the well-known mermaid in movies in 1973, 1978, 1990 and <a href="http://www.pinoypopculture.com/2013/01/movie-ads-dyesebel-1996.html">1996</a>.<br />
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Interestingly, Marian Rivera played the character in the 2008 TV series of the same name on GMA Network. Anne Curtis played the role of the eponymous goddess who can transform into a mermaid, a harpy or a centaur in the 2008 ABS-CBN series <i><b>Dyosa</b></i>.<b> </b><br />
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Other notable Philippine TV programs about mermaids include ABS-CBN's <i><b>Marina</b></i> starring Claudine Barretto in 2004. GMA Network matched it in the same year with <i><b>Marinara</b></i> starring the comedienne Rufa Mae Quinto. In 2011, ABS-CBN aired <i><b>Mutya </b></i>which launched child actress Mutya Orquia in the title role.<br />
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The <i>sirena</i> is also commonly associated with gays in Philippine popular culture. In light of Filipinos' love for spoofs and spin-offs, an enterprising producer can adapt Kambal Sirena into a series or a movie titled <i><b>Kambal Siyoke</b></i>. (Siyoke is a slang term for a homosexual man.).<br />
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It is off-topic but now that spoofs have been raised in the discussion, why not remake the U.S. TV series <b><i>Breaking Bad</i></b> into either <i><b>Breaking Bading</b></i> or <i><b>Beking Bad</b></i> (<i>Bading</i> and <i>beki</i> are other common slang terms for a homosexual man).Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-78198866121481838932014-03-16T18:00:00.000+08:002014-03-17T08:27:59.264+08:00Yoyoy Villame's Famous Song About Magellan493 years ago today, the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan sees what is now called Samar Island after leaving the Landrones on the Pacific Ocean. Magellan was sailing westward looking for the Moluccas. <br />
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In the 1970s , Roman "Yoyoy" Villame immortalized this historic event through the novelty song <i><b>Magellan. </b></i>Villame mentioned that Magellan landed in Limasawa. In reality, Magellan took 12 more days to reach the said island.<br />
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Creative licenses might have been observed in the songwriting at the expense of historical accuracy but it's nice to know that once upon a time Filipino artists had a sense of history. Following is the music video featuring Villame. The lyrics are also provided.<br />
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On March 16, 1521<br />
When Philippines was discovered by Magellan<br />
They were sailing day and night across the big ocean<br />
Until they saw a small Limasawa Island<br />
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Magellan landed in Limasawa at noon<br />
The people met him very welcome on the shore<br />
They did not understand the speaking they have done<br />
Because Kastila gid at Waray-Waray man<br />
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When Magellan landed in Cebu City<br />
Rajah Humabon met him, they were very happy<br />
All people were baptized and built the church of Christ<br />
And that's the beginning of our Catholic life<br />
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When Magellan visited in Mactan<br />
To christianize them everyone<br />
But Lapu-Lapu met him on the shore<br />
And drive Magellan to go back home<br />
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Then Magellan got so mad<br />
Ordered his men to camouflage<br />
'Mactan island we could not grab<br />
'Cause Lapu Lapu is very hard'<br />
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Then the battle began at dawn<br />
Bolos and spears versus guns and cannons<br />
When Magellan was hit on his neck<br />
He stumble down and cried and cried<br />
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Oh, mother mother I am sick<br />
Call the doctor very quick<br />
Doctor, doctor shall I die?<br />
Tell my mama do not cry<br />
Tell my mama do not cry<br />
Tell my mama do not cry<br />
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That's the end of Magellan<br />
In the island of Mactan long time ago<br />
Ladies and gentlemenKalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-46503530437532949892014-03-15T09:00:00.000+08:002014-03-15T09:00:02.132+08:00This Week in Philippine History and Culture (March 15 to 21)<b>Mar. 15, 1565: </b>Bohol chieftain Sikatuna and Spanish explorer Miguel Lopez de Legazpi did the <i>sandugo</i> blood compact in the Visayan island. The act was done to establish their friendship and begin amicable relations between the two parties. It is celebrated and commemorated annually through the Sandugo Festival in Bohol.<br />
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<b>Mar. 15, 1818: </b>Revolutionary general Mariano Alvarez (d. August 25, 1924) is born in the town of Noveleta in Cavite province. Alvarez was known as the president of the Magdiwang faction of the anti-Spanish secret society Katipunan. In 1981, the Carmona Resettlement Project in Cavite was incorporated as the municipality of General Mariano Alvarez in his honor.<br />
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<b>Mar. 15, 1941:</b> The Philippine Airlines takes its maiden flight between Manila (from Nielson Field) to Baguio
City with a Beechcraft Model 18. This milestone made the Philippine's flag carrier the first and oldest
commercial airline in Asia operating under its original name.<br />
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<b>Mar. 16, 1521:</b> After leaving the Landrones (presently known as Mariana Islands), Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan sees what is now called Samar Island. Magellan was sailing westward looking for the Moluccas.<b> </b><br />
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<b>Mar. 16, 1960:</b> Araneta Coliseum, considered the biggest coliseum in Asia during its time, is inaugurated. The facility, commonly known as "The Big Dome," was named after its owner J. Amado Araneta. It opened with a boxing match between Gabriel "Flash" Elorde and Harold Gomes for the World Junior Lightweight. Elorde's win was witnessed by more than 33,000 spectators. The cost of general admission then was 80 centavos and reserve section was five pesos.<b> </b><br />
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<b>Mar. 17, 1957:</b> Philippine President Ramon Magsaysay (b. August 31, 1907) was killed when the presidential plane, Mt. Pinatubo, crashed into Mt. Manunggal in Cebu. Magsaysay was the first Philippine president to die while in office.<br />
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<b>Mar. 18, 1928:</b> Fidel Valdez Ramos, the first post-EDSA Revolution President of the Philippines, is born in the town of Lingayen in Pangasinan province. Ramos ran in the 1992 presidential elections under a coalition of <i>Partido Lakas Tao</i> (Tagalog: "People Power Party") and the National Union of Christian Democrats.<b> </b><br />
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<b>Mar. 18, 1968:</b> The Jabidah commando was said to be massacred in Corregidor island. The alleged massacre resulted from the failed "Operation Merdeka", a plot to destabilize Sabah. The plot was intended to capitalize on the instability by either intervening in the island on the pretext of protecting Filipinos living there, or by "the residents themselves deciding to secede from Malaysia."<br />
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<b>Mar. 19, 1723:</b> Josefa Gabriela Silang (d. September 29, 1763), the first Filipino woman to lead a revolt during the Spanish colonization of the Philippines, was born in the town of Santa in the province of Ilocos Sur.<br />
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Following the assassination of her husband Diego, Gabriela continued the revolt Diego started against Spanish authorities. The masses who admired Gabriela named her "Generala" due to her policy of harassment against the enemy. The women's advocacy organization GABRIELA (short for General Assembly Binding Women for Reforms, Integrity, Equality, Leadership, and Action) was named after her.<b> </b><br />
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<b>Mar. 20, 1942:</b> General Douglas MacArthur says the famous line "I came out of Bataan and I shall return." while conducting a speech in Terowie, South Australia. MacArthur was the commander of the U.S. Army Forces in the Far East when the Philippine Commonwealth was in exile in Australia. The exiling followed the Japanese Imperial Army's invasion of the Philippines. Two years later, on October 20, 1944, MacArthur in the shores of Palo, Leyte.<b> </b><br />
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<b>Mar. 21, 1947:</b> The Joint United States Military Advisory Group (JUSMAG) was established as a result of the military cooperation
agreement with American advisers placed in all branches of the Armed
Forces of the Philippines. JUSMAG played a crucial role in suppressing the Hukbalahap Rebellion, a Communist insurgency that lasted from 1946 to 1954, against the Philippine government.<br />
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SOURCES: <a href="http://kahimyang.info/">The Kahimyang Project</a> and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Main_Page">Wikipedia: The Free Encyclopedia</a>Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-44603792122356181182014-03-14T09:00:00.000+08:002014-03-14T09:00:01.660+08:00Remembering Rico Yan: His First Three MoviesThe late matinee idol Rico Yan would have turned 39 years old today. Many fans liked Yan because of what they say his boy-next-door looks. Yan's advocacy of education also added to his popularity. He was one of the few film and television actors who earned a college degree first before entering show business.<br />
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Yan's career was at its peak when cut short by his death from acute pancreatitis on Good Friday of 2002 at the young age of 27. Close to 10,000 people attended Yan's funeral attesting to the extent of how much fans adored him. Who knows? If not for this tragedy, he might be still thriving in the entertainment industry. His first three movies, all released by Star Cinema in 1996, are remembered here.<br />
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Rico Yan was introduced in the <i><b>Radio Romance</b></i>, Star Cinema's Valentine offering for 1996. At that time "Radio Romance" was also the branding of <a href="http://www.mor1019.com/home.aspx">DWRR-FM</a>, the Manila radio station of ABS-CBN. The movie was directed by Jose Javier Reyes while the theme song was performed by Jose Mari Chan. Other members of the cast include Sharmaine Arnaiz, John Estrada, Robin Da Roza, Paolo Abrera and Gelli De Belen.<br />
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Incidentally, Radio Romance was also the first movie that featured the love team that pairs him with Claudine Barretto. (Yan's last movie, <i><b>Got 2 Believe</b></i>, was also the final movie of his screen tandem with Barretto.)<br />
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Fifteen days later, on February 29, the second movie that features Yan opened in theaters. <i><b>Ama, Ina, Anak</b></i> (Tagalog: "Father, Mother, Child"). This drama movie was topbilled by Maricel Soriano and Edu Manzano, under the direction of Jose Javier Reyes. Yan plays a supporting role opposite Jolina Magdangal. Other cast members of <i><b>Ama, Ina, Anak</b></i> include Boots Anson Roa, Jackie Lou Blanco, Cherry Pie Picache, Teresa Loyzaga and Angelica Panganiban.<br />
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Yan and Barretto supported Sharon Cuneta in <i><b>Madrasta</b></i> (Tagalog: "Stepmother") which opened in theaters on August 14 that year. <i><b>Madrasta </b></i>was Cuneta's first movie outside Viva Films, her home studio. It was directed by Olivia M. Lamasan. Aside from Yan and Barretto, the cast also includes Camille Prats, Patrick Garcia, Nida Blanca, Christopher De Leon and Zsa Zsa Padilla.<br />
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Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-46802400125024038222014-03-13T09:00:00.000+08:002014-03-13T09:00:00.572+08:00The Ever-Present Good Morning Towel<br />
"Good Morning" is not only a phrase you say to other people at the start of the day. In Filipinos' daily lives, "Good Morning" also refers to a brand of towel that can be used in any type of activity imaginable by people from all walks of life. Suprisingly, this towel is not locally-made; it came from China.<br />
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The typical Good Morning towel is made from cotton, rectangular in shape and measures about twelve centimeters by sixty centimeters. There are thin blue stripes on the long sides. The ends feature the words "Good Morning," a logo having the number "98" (this number varies) underneath it and a set of Chinese characters. I do not know the meaning of this characters, but presumably it is "Good Morning" in Chinese.<br />
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As long as I can remember, Good Morning towel is part of my daily routine. Laborers also use the Good Morning towel to wipe off their sweat during a day's hard work. Some tie it around their heads, so the towel can be considered as a a badge of proletarian pride. Even in movies, policemen in action can be commonly seen that way. The Good Morning towel can also be used in the kitchen if napkins are not available.<br />
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The towel reminds us of a long tradition of Filipino-Chinese cultural ties, a link that dates to centuries before our country got its name. It could be wishful thinking, but who knows, this humble towel can be a diplomatic catalyst. In light of the territorial dispute involving the West Philippine Sea (or South China Sea), citizens from the neighboring countries should work for peace, peace that is as white as a this towel. It would be the a worry-free time the Filipino and Chinese people will happily say "Good morning" to each other.Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6834495931802617909.post-14736560025405615812014-03-11T08:00:00.000+08:002014-03-11T08:00:04.966+08:00A Philippine Almanac Called "Dimasalang"The <i><b>Dimasalang: Kalendariong Tagalog</b></i> (Tagalog, "Untouchable: Tagalog Calendar") is a Philippine almanac that has been continuously published since 1897. Formerly called <i><b>La Sonrisa </b></i>(Spanish, "The Smile"), <i><b>Dimasalang</b></i> is originally written by Don Honorio Lopez. It contains forecasts based on the Western zodiac and folk religion. Aside from featuring dates of high tides and low tides, Dimasalang also provides dates of festivals related to fishing and farming.<br />
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The book, however, does not provide information on when it was renamed from <i><b>La Sonrisa</b></i> to <i><b>Dimasalang</b></i>. It might have been a tribute to emergent national Jose Rizal, who used that word as a pseudonym. The image of Rizal image also appears in the book's cover. It is surrounded by the images of Jose Burgos, Graciano Lopez Jaena, Marcelo H. Del Pilar, Apolinario Mabini and Andres Bonifacio. The diphthong "ng" in Dimasalang is written as "g" with a tilde above it. Considering that the book was written during the Spanish period, Spanish-language speakers nasalized the "g" instead of pronouncing "ng."<br />
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You may ask who Honorio Lopez was. According to the almanac's title page, Lopez was a "Technical Assistant" to the Philippine President. He was the commanding general of the Legion de Veteranos de la Revolucion from 1896 to 1899 and a colonel of the Philippine Army during the War for Independence in 1899. Lopez also served as councilor in the City of Manila in 1916.Kalabasa K. Kamotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116368557702620235noreply@blogger.com0