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Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Apr 8, 20242 min read
'Join the Club' review: Uniting compassion, cannabis, and change
"Join the Club," presented with verve and vigor at BFI Flare, emerges not just as a documentary but as a pivotal exploration of...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Apr 8, 20242 min read
The Summer with Carmen: A refreshing dive into queer storytelling
In the landscape of contemporary cinema, where the battle for visibility and representation often takes on a somber hue, The Summer with...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Apr 7, 20242 min read
Benjamin Howard's 'Riley': A directorial debut that captures the heart of coming out
In "Riley," Benjamin Howard crafts a poignant and deeply personal narrative that resonates far beyond the confines of its high school...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Apr 7, 20242 min read
Han So-Hee in 'Heavy Snow': A career-defining performance in a tale of fleeting love
"Heavy Snow" emerges as a profound exploration of young love, masterfully crafted by Yun Su-ik and brought to life through the...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Apr 6, 20242 min read
Empathy beyond boundaries: Appolain Siewe's 'Code of Fear' unveils the struggle for LGBTQ+ rights in Cameroon
"Code of Fear" is a poignant and compelling documentary that delves into the roots of homophobia in Cameroon, a country where...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Apr 6, 20242 min read
Unveiling the unseen: 'Desire Lines' and Jules Rosskam's tribute to transmasculine journeys
”Desire Lines," directed by Jules Rosskam, is a film that not only transcends the boundaries of conventional documentary filmmaking but...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Apr 5, 20242 min read
Traffic calming: Improving road safety for all users
Have you ever wondered why in some road intersections, there are roundabouts even if the area could actually do one without? For one...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Apr 5, 20242 min read
Lady Camden’s Lady Like: A dazzling ode to the power of drag
In the vibrant landscape of drag and performance, "Lady Like" emerges as a beacon of light, illuminating the transformative journey of...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Apr 3, 20243 min read
The transformation of Metro Manila’s transportation
Anna Mae Lamentillo examines the evolution of Metro Manila's transportation, from a historic rail network to modern challenges and solutions
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Mar 29, 20242 min read
Penance in Filipino faith-based traditions
Lent, most particularly the Holy Week, is a very important season for Catholics. It is a time of prolonged penance as the Catholic...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Mar 27, 20243 min read
‘To act also means to pause’
“It is time to act, and in Lent, to act also means to pause. To pause in prayer, in order to receive the word of God, to pause like the...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Mar 22, 20243 min read
Pope Francis: Fostering a more inclusive Church
Eleven years ago, when Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio of Argentina was elected as the new pope, he chose the name Francis in honor of Saint...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Mar 20, 20243 min read
Why we need to seek alternatives to single-use plastics
When single-use plastics were on the nascent stage, they were advertised as the better alternatives to those that prevailed in the...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Mar 16, 20242 min read
The Oscars of the Dog World: Fido Awards 2024
In a year that has seen its fair share of cinematic triumphs and heart-stopping performances, none have captured the hearts of film...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Mar 15, 20242 min read
Elliot Page shines in the improvised emotional landscape of ‘Close to You’
In a world where the silver screen is often dominated by high-octane blockbusters and formulaic narratives, Dominic Savage's "Close to...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Mar 15, 20243 min read
Financial market learnings from UK’s Judge Tim Herrington
Oftentimes, when life turns out different than what we’ve planned, it ends up even better. Such is the case of UK’s Upper Tribunal Judge...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Mar 14, 20243 min read
Musings from the front row: London Fashion Week 2024
While taking a break from public service and pursuing her master’s degree in Cities, Anna Mae Lamentillo found herself at the heart of...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Mar 13, 20243 min read
Creating pedestrian-friendly urban spaces
As part of our efforts to make our cities and communities sustainable, which is among the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we need...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Mar 8, 20243 min read
Closing the Digital Gender Gap in access to e-commerce and financial services
March 8 is International Women’s Day and it is being celebrated today with the theme “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress.” According...
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
Mar 6, 20242 min read
Digital literacy and online safety to combat gender-based digital violence
Before the dawn of the internet, we would get our news from traditional media. When we had to research, we would consult our...
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