“Lady Bird” is a great relatable coming-of-age story
Anyone who’s seen Greta Gerwig’s “Lady Bird” can easily say, “that’s me.” That’s because this coming-of-age story of a young woman is our stories. Christine McPherson (Saoirse Ronan) is a strong-willed 17-year old high school senior who’s on theverge of finding herself. She’s somehow a fish out of water in her hometown. Although it’s not […]
Spielberg’s “The Post” celebrates press freedom
Fresh from receiving a Best Picture nomination in the 90th Academy Awards, Univeral Pictures’ The Post is headed to Philippine cinemas on February 21, a week before the actual Oscars. Indeed, it seems The Post cannot be more timely as it arrives in Philippine cinemas at a moment when press freedom finds itself in the headlines. Steven Spielberg directs Meryl Streep and […]
“Black Panther” review: Wakanda forever!
Although it feels like “Black Panther” will play a vital part in the big picture in the Marvel Cinematic Extended Universe, Ryan Coogler’s contribution to the highly profitable franchise can definitely stand on its own. The semi-origin story of King T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman), who has just risen to the throne after his father, the late […]
“Darkest Hour” review: an impressive choreography of different elements
The true measure of a leader is his (or her) ability to take in the opinion of others and, assess what’s useful, and make a decision that’s bigger than himself or the benefit of his peers. A leader knows how to make quick, but not hasty, decisions without succumbing to intimidation. More importantly, a leader […]