The Ika-34 GAWAD CCP Para sa Alternatibong Pelikula at Video, or Gawad Alternatibo continues to showcase this year’s finalists of various films at the newly launched CCP Arthouse Cinema or Tanghalang Manuel Conde (TMC) this August 6-14, 2022.
This year’s theme, ‘GIYA – Tahakin at panoorin ang mga pelikulang giya ng ating panahon.’, showcases the ability of films to act as a guide for people as they navigate through life changes. The theme emphasizes that “Memory and history have blind spots. The ineffable escapes and defies language. But film, where shadows lurk and tease darkness and light, will provide us the lens to sift through contradictions, will mark the limits of chaos, and serve as a beacon of a nation’s becoming.”
The 34th Gawad Alternatibo is held in four (4) main categories – Animation, Documentary, Experimental, and Short Feature.
There will be ten (10) entries for Animation, ten (10) for Documentary, eleven (11) for Experimental, and fifteen (15) for Short Feature.
The winners will be chosen by respective Jury Members per category: Animation – Deborah Tudtud (Chairperson), Danilo Montano, and Wayie Canoy; Documentary – Lester Valle (Chairperson), Alyx Arumpac, and Joanna Arong; Experimental – King Catoy (Chairperson), Rhine Bernardino, and Tad Ermitaño; and Short Feature – Jason Tan Liwag (Chairperson), Jun Sabayton, and Tara Illenberger.
Talkbacks will be held on August 6 for Documentary, August 7 for Experimental and Animation, and August 8 for Short Feature. Exhibition sections such as the Curated List and Retrospective films feature the GAWAD Alternatibo Winners from 2020 to 2021.
The Gawad Alternatibo, established in 1987, is recognized as the longest-running independent film and video competition of its kind in Asia. It is one of the main highlights of the 18th Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival, which also runs from August 5-14, 2022. The Gawad Awards Night will be held on August 13 (Saturday), 2022 at 6:15 p.m. at the CCP Arthouse Cinema or TMC.
Visit www.gawadalternatibo.org and www.facebook.com/gawadalt to learn more about Gawad Alternatibo. For information on the 18th Cinemalaya Film Festival screening schedules and other offerings, follow the official CCP and Cinemalaya social media sites on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. For additional information, go to the CCP website at www.culturalcenter.gov.ph.
here’s something beautiful when reminiscing about moments we share with our loved ones. Cindys knows this very well and has strived to be part of these moments, offering baked treats that help make these moments memorable and heartwarming.
Before growing into one of the Filipinos’ beloved food companies, Cindys, a well-known Filipino brand, began its roots in a humble neighborhood bakery & restaurant in Tarlac City in 1972. Their range of fluffy, warm bread and cakes, as well as well-loved fast food dishes, have been the community’s choice when selecting what they would like to have for breakfast, merienda, celebrations and other occasions.
Cindys won the hearts and taste buds of a larger community as it transformed into a full restaurant where they offered their best-selling chicken barbeque and palabok. Their line “The Place to Be” etched an indelible mark in the hearts and minds of every Filipino.
Cindys eventually expanded to the rest of Luzon with their bakery products, charming Filipinos with a fresh and delicious range of quality breads, cakes, pastries, and other ready-to-eat food products.
Cindys’ range of cake products are the perfect cakes for celebrations. At the same time, the typical Pinoy favorites such as the pandesal, Pan de Espana, Pan de Coco, loaf breads, and ensaymadas are perfect for big and small moments with friends and family. Indeed, whether it’s a big or small occasion, Cindys is sure to turn wonderful and enriching food experiences into great moments they will cherish forever.
In its 50th year, Cindys has established its heritage as a bakery that offers heartwarming and delicious food to Filipinos. It continues to emphasize what made them stand out in the first place: high-quality, affordable baked treats that warm the hearts and tummies of every Filipino, as they celebrate different moments in their lives.
Through the years, Cindys has opened 65 branches and 130 dealers across many provinces and major cities in Luzon. And as Cindys goes into their next 50 years, they are committed to expand with more branches in Luzon, Metro Manila and other parts of the country, bringing with them the kind of products that we have all come to love!
With more Filipinos relying on e-commerce to get their essentials, this has also increased the need to protect them due to the growing number of fraudulent activities happening in the digital space. In a Consumer Pulse Survey conducted by TransUnion in February 20221, of the over 1,000 Filipino adults polled, 53% said they were targeted by fraudsters in the previous 3 months. From the same survey, 42% said they were scammed by Phishing, 38% were victimized by money and gift card scams, while 30% were scammed by third-party sellers via online retail shops. While businesses in different industries are continuously upgrading their platforms, fraudsters also search for ways on how they can adapt to the ever-changing landscape and discover new vulnerabilities.
Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, recognizes the need to enhance user protection and security by educating customers on vulnerabilities, and how they can avoid being a victim of fraud. With the recently launched Shopee Cares PH – an online community platform where Shopee provides customer education and support – the goal is to empower consumers with proper know-hows and tips on how they can protect themselves from phishing scams, money and gift card scams, and third party seller scams.
Martin Yu, Shopee Philippines Director, said, “Shopee has always been committed to ensuring that every Filipino’s online shopping experience is safe and reliable, and Shopee Cares is a testament to that. Through this platform, we aim to equip them with knowledge on how to shop safely and combat these online scams together so that they can continuously enjoy shopping online.”
With Shopee Cares PH, users are also encouraged to seek help for any product inquiry or concern, and inspire other users through their memorable Shopee finds and experiences. Sale tips and tricks are also provided to ensure online shopping is made enjoyable with exclusive deals and promos.
“As more Filipinos rely on e-commerce, we continuously ensure that measures are in place to make their experience with Shopee more secure. What we want is for our shoppers to continue enjoying the benefits of online shopping, as this has become an essential part of their daily lives,” Yu added.
When it comes to healthy food choices, SaladStop! undoubtedly has a wide array of wholesome salads, wraps, warm proteins, and snacks. Now, they have added a classic seasonal favorite to join the Daily Bowls line-up of exclusive salads to provide even more appetizing choices to subscribers.
Daily Bowls Exclusive: Cauli-fornia Dreamin’ Wrap Romaine, red & white cabbage, cauliflower cheese patty, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, baked mushrooms, carrots, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries, & pumpkin seeds – all tossed in a creamy Basil Pesto dressing.
Keep on Cauli-fornia Dreamin’
Previously launched in 2019 and 2021 as a seasonal salad, the Cauli-fornia Dreamin’ salad is made even better this time around. Enjoy the bright and tasty mix of romaine, red & white cabbage, cauliflower cheese patty, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, baked mushrooms, carrots, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries, and pumpkin seeds – all tossed in a creamy Basil Pesto dressing.
Unique to this vegetarian salad is the Cauliflower Cheese Patty, which is made from scratch using three different types of cheeses: feta, parmesan, and cheddar. It’s a great source of fiber and has no artificial flavors or colorings.
Taste the vibrant flavors of the Cauli-fornia Dreamin’ salad or wrap, now available as a Daily Bowls Exclusive. As a special treat to launch this new exclusive on the Daily Bowls menu, subscribers can enjoy 15% off on all Daily Bowls subscriptions when you sign-up from today until August 6 at saladstop.pickup.ph. (Delivery of subscriptions start on August 8.)
Enjoy the Cauli-fornia Dreamin’ Salad at home or on-the-go! Have your Daily Bowls subscription plan delivered to you at home or in the office!
Get to know the Exclusives
Try out hearty new flavors with the Daily Bowls Exclusives menu, a lineup of never-before-released salads, wraps, & warm proteins that can only be ordered with a 3-day or 5-day plan.
Dig into the Homemade Quinoa Patty (Romaine, rocket, pumpkin quinoa patty, green apple, avocado, tomatoes, baked mushroom, Balsamic Soy Vinaigrette), The Refresher (Romaine, baked salmon, cucumber, black olives, alfalfa sprouts, beetroot, sunflower seeds, roasted almonds, Basil Vinaigrette),High Protein(Romaine, red & white cabbage, pan seared tofu, roasted chicken, broccoli, ripe mango, sunflower seeds, chickpeas, Arabian Spiced Vinaigrette),orBalsamic Beetroot Bowl (Romaine, kale, quinoa, pumpkin quinoa patty, chickpeas, beetroot, Balsamic Soy Vinaigrette).
Daily Bowls Exclusives are available for delivery on Fridays with every subscription plan.
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Explore Daily Bowls by SaladStop! at saladstop.pickup.ph for daily deliveries of SaladStop! Signatures plus specially-crafted exclusive bowls at home or in the office. Opt for the 3-day subscription (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) to kickstart a health journey or the 5-day subscription (Monday to Friday) to supplement a personal wellness plan.
Hilton Manila welcomes the Mid-Autumn festival with a Lunar Reunion mooncake box, featuring an indulgent array of traditional baked varieties of classic and modern flavors.
A celebration of craftsmanship and a festive centerpiece, this year’s mooncake box design pays homage to the auspicious full moon. With this unity and wholeness in mind, this year’s box features its circular shape front and center, embossed in striking gold. Within, four individual cake boxes make up a full circle to represent the harmonious coming together of family members.
John Lucas, General Manager of Hilton Manila says, “Mid-autumn festival is a splendid time where families come together to reunite under the full moon. Let’s take this time to appreciate the time spent with our loved ones as we savor the sweet delicacies the season has to offer.”
Make it a gift to behold with our medley of traditional baked mooncake flavors, including the classics – Red Bean with Single Yolk, Lotus with Single Yolk, Mixed Nuts and White Lotus with Double Yolk and Red Lotus with Black Sesame and Double Yolk. Prices start at Php 1,888 nett for Lunar Reunion Package (Box of Two).
LUNAR REUNION: A Mid-Autumn Delicacy
July 15 to September 10, 2022 Savor a unique selection of golden baked delights, made for treasured moments with loved ones.
LUNAR REUNION PREMIUM HAMPER
Php 32,888 nett Inclusive of Dalmore 18 Years Whisky with two (2) Dalmore Glasses, White Truffle Sunflower Oil, Black Truffle Flavored Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Lunar Reunion Package (Box of Four)
LUNAR REUNION PACKAGE (BOX OF FOUR)
Php 2,888 nett Red Bean with Single Yolk Lotus with Single Yolk Mixed Nuts Red Lotus with Black Sesame and Double Yolk
LUNAR REUNION PACKAGE (BOX OF TWO)
Php 1,888 nett Red Bean with Single Yolk Lotus with Single Yolk
MID-AUTUMN TREASURES
Usher in the auspicious Mid-Autumn Festival and celebrate the warmth of reunion with Executive Chinese Chef Kevin Xu’s signature culinary creations. Php 19,888 nett for six (6) persons Php 38,888 nett for six (6) persons
For inquiries and reservations, please call +63 917 826 6442, send an email to MNLPH_F&Binquiries@hilton.com or visit https://www.hiltonmanila.com. Follow @hiltonmanila on Facebook and Instagram for more updates.
On the third weekend of August, from August 19 to 21, The Peninsula Manila welcomes back MaArte, the elegant fundraising bazaar that benefits the Museum Foundation of the Philippines. The foundation’s mission is to raise funds and awareness for the National Museum of the Philippines and its network.
MaArte had its beginnings in February 2009 as a complementary event to HABI, The Second ASEAN Traditional Textiles Symposium, a four-day international conference held in Manila. As the conference’s Market Encounter, it allowed delegates the opportunity to appreciate and acquire Philippine textiles and jewelry.
Since then, MaArte has grown in scope and has undergone several iterations in various venues. In 2017, it found a new home in The Peninsula Manila and has since been rebranded as MaArte at The Pen.
To date, MaArte at The Pen is a much-awaited event that celebrates Filipino craftsmanship. After two years of the COVID pandemic, the 2022 edition will bring back previous participants who offer a varied array of thoughtfully-made merchandise while introducing elements that signal the event’s emergence into a new normal.
The overarching theme of MaArte at The Pen 2022 is to celebrate the Filipino creative soul.
MaArte at The Pen 2022 will recognize not just traditional Filipino craft and design but also bring to the fore contemporary Philippine design in the fields of fashion, furniture, and accessories.
Philippine Art Events Inc., the group that owns and operates Art Fair Philippines and Art in the Park will run MaArte at The Pen 2022. The event is supported by Major Sponsors Ayala Land Premier and BPI.
“We are glad to support an event that promotes Filipino craftsmanship and design, and at the same time provides our clients with special experiences and empowering financial solutions,” said Jenelyn Z. Lacerna, BPI SVP and Unsecured Lending and Cards, Product and Sales Head.
A Special Exhibit: SLIM at The Lobby
Salvacion Lim Higgins, known by the acronym Slim, was a fashion designer whose career began in post-World War II Manila, from 1947 until her passing in 1990. The first decade of her career is considered a golden era in Philippine fashion. She was known for creating some of the most avant-garde silhouettes of her time, both for evening gowns and ternos. Considered a master in her techniques of draping and embellishment, her beautiful creations have been the subject of a retrospective at the National Museum of the Philippines in 2009. In June of this year, the Philippine government recognized her with the distinction of National Artist for Fashion Design.
MaArte at The Pen puts together a vignette of ensembles by Slim featuring native influences such as jusi, cutwork embroidery, and raffia trimming. The dresses date from 1952 to the early 1980s and have been loaned from the archives of Slim’s Fashion & Arts School. Nine of her fabulous creations will be on view at The Lobby from August 15 to 27, 2022.
Painter Mark Lewis Higgins, the late designer’s son who serves as the current Director of Slim’s Fashion & Arts School, will curate this special exhibit.
PHxMaArte, a section on contemporary fashion
For 2022, MaArte at The Pen will bring contemporary Philippine fashion to the forefront.
Neil Felipp
To spotlight the breadth of Filipino fashion design, this year’s bazaar works together with the PHx Fashion Group to introduce PHxMaArte, a section that will acquaint MaArte visitors with the next generation of Filipino designers. They trumpet unconventional lines and global mindsets. Among those debuting new collections in this section are BAGASÁO, NeilFelipp, and Kelvin Morales, labels coming off stints at Tokyo Fashion Week. Jude Macasinag flies in Manifesto, recently presented for his bachelor graduation collection at the Institut Francais de la Mode in Paris.
The PHx Fashion Group also worked in consultation with fashion schools SoFA Design Institute and iAcademy, as well as the fashion design department of the De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde to feature three graduates as part of the PHxMaArte selection.
Apparel and Fashion Accessories
MaArte takes pride in the role it has played in propelling into the mainstream apparel brands that have advocated the use of traditional Filipino textiles. Incorporating indigenous embroidery patterns and techniques into their merchandise are the hallmarks of MaArte at The Pen pioneers, brands like Filip+Inna and Good Luck Humans. This year’s MaArte brings back these beloved labels, along with, among others, Rurungan Collective, WYC Wear Your Culture, Two Chic, and Creative Definitions + Lakat Sustainables.
The Heirloom and the Current in Home Accessories, Furniture, and Jewelry Design
The choices for MaArte visitors will suit a range of inclinations. To highlight our rich traditions, respected purveyors of Philippine antiques, tribal art, and maps Unang Panahon, Gallery Deus, Leon Gallery, and Gallery of Prints will debut choice pieces in their first-ever MaArte appearances.
Natalya Lagdameo
Likewise, MaArte at The Pen’s selection of jewelry from, among others, Riqueza, Micki Olaguer, Tim Tam Ong, and Natalya Lagdameo, will run from pre-colonial gold trinkets to vintage estate jewelry to accessories in wood, bone, and brass for casual everyday wear.
Ito Kish
Also marking his first time at MaArte is Ito Kish. The home accessories and furniture carried by his eponymous shop reflect an enduring passion for design. Joining him are MaArte stalwarts Beyond Borders, DOMESTICITY – TILIA, and the non-profit Gifts and Graces.
To add more depth to the home section, MaArte organizers consulted architect, furniture designer, and former Bluprint magazine editor Tina Bonoan. Her lineup includes Azcor Lighting Systems,Touch of Craft, and HOLICOW, all found at the 6th floor.
Traditional Textiles
Harking back to its very first bazaar, fabric collections that highlight native Filipino traditions always have a place at the event. This year, some of the brands featuring them are Balay ni Atong and WVN Living, plus Ifugao-based community weaver Marlon Martin.
MaArte Talks at Salon de Ning
Presented by Ayala Land Premier, the lecture series MaArte Talks runs at 2:00 pm daily from August 19 to 21 at the hotel’s Salon de Ning. The schedule is as follows:
Sheryl Ebon-Martinez
August 19: A TEAPOT’S JOURNEY: A BRIEF HISTORY
Sheryl Ebon-Martinez shares her fascination with tea and how this beverage carved a path for her as a potter at 40 years old.
Take in a brief history and the origin of tea, and subsequently, tea ware. Marvel at how this has birthed numerous tea cultures and traditions, thousands of functional designs, and even works of art from all over the world, 5,000 years after tea was first discovered.
Rita Nazareno & Gabby Lichauco
August 20: PHILIPPINE DESIGN AND CRAFT TODAY BY NAZARENO/ LICHAUCO
Nazareno/Lichauco’s Rita Nazareno (Zacarias 1925) and Gabby Lichauco (Open
Studio) will share their insights, experiences, and practices regarding today’s
Philippine contemporary craft and design landscape
Mark Lewis Higgins, Photo by Cyrus Panganiban for ANCx
August 21: PARIS & MANILA: A TALE OF TWO CITIES :
The Golden Age of Haute Couture on the Opposite Sides of the World.
Mark Lewis Higgins will discuss the twilight of World War II, and the decade of 1947 to 1957, as a backdrop to two parallel stories and careers that were happening in two capital cities – Paris and Manila. The designers were Christian Dior and Salvacion Lim Higgins. This period is what fashion historians now refer to as the Golden Age of Haute Couture.
MaArte Fair 2022 participants
With an expected participant list of 94, MaArte at The Pen 2022 promises to more than make up for its two-year absence, bringing back to the hotel a stylish buzz for the exquisitely Philippine-made.
Mich Dulce
The complete list of participants is as follows:
PHxMaArte: Alexie, BAGASÁO, Basic Movement x Polo Redux, Café City Club, ec / Eustacia, Feanne, HA.MÜ, J Makitalo, Jill Lao, Jude Macasinag, Kelvin Morales, Land of Nod, Lilianna Manahan, Mich Dulce, Neil Felipp, nicolò, RANDOLF, Tropik Beatnik, and Viña Romero.
PHx MaArte also collaborated with fashion schools to present the works by CLIO DL by Clio de Leon (De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde), Kill Joy Studios by Eugene Malabad (iAcademy), and Le Ngok by Jiale Zhang (SoFa Design Institute).
Apparel: ALLENA, Antukin Sleepwear, COCO & TRES, CREATIVE DEFINITIONS + LAKAT, Ethnique, Filip + Inna, Good Luck, Humans, Maison Métisse, Mich Araullo, PNay, Rurungan Collective, Two Chic, WYC Wear Your Culture
Fashion accessories: Aranaz, Beatriz, Capricho, Cariñosa, LALLY DIZON DESIGN CONCEPTS, Matthew and Melka Accessories by Ken Samudio, TdLG, MCV Designs, Vesti, Yvette’s Bags and Beads Collection, Raja Watch Co., Ramir, Siklo Pilipinas
Traditional Textiles: Balay ni Atong, Ifugao Nation, La Herminia, WVN Living
Furniture: ITO KISH, OSMUNDO FURNITURE GALLERY, Zarate Manila, Azcor Lighting Systems
Heirloom: Gallery Deus, Gallery of Prints, Treasures of Time Fine Antiques, León Gallery, and Unang Panahon Arts and Antiques.
Home Accessories: Beyond Borders Philippines, Cabaña Workshop, Daily Schedule PH, DOMESTICITY – TILIA, Gifts and Graces Fair Trade Foundation, Iraya Mangyan Art, Kassa, Milvidas, Touch of Craft, HOLICOW PH, Bicol Sweetgrass Handicrafts, OLIVER & MAUDE Home, Oscar Mejia III, PINTA + PIKA PIKA, Provenciana, Silahis Center, Whimsy by Silay Export, Inc., Vallehermoso Helping Hands Foundation Inc.
Jewelry: CARO WILSON, Maria Angelica Rare Finds, Micki Olaguer, NLagdameo, Riqueza Jewellery by Erica Concepcion-Reyes, Tim Tam Ong, and Whisenhunt Fine Jewelry.
Pottery: Joey De Castro Pottery, ORYOQI Ceramics, and Siegrid Bangyay Pottery.
Food and Beverage: Auro Chocolate, The Pantry \ Domicillo Selections, and Tsaa Laya.
For more information and updates, follow the MaArte Fair on Instagram @maartefair and Facebook at www.facebook.com/maartefair.
BPI will be the exclusive payments partner for MaArte at the Pen 2022, providing special offers and flexible payment options. BPI Credit Cardholders will be able to enjoy up to 6 months Real 0% Special Installment Plan and Buy Now Pay 3 months later on installment purchases.
Netflix has just released the trailer for their upcoming miniseries, Lost Ollie.
This first trailer gives us a glimpse of the wondrous and heartwarming adventure of the patchwork rabbit in his quest to return to his owner and best friend Billy. Watch the trailer for Lost Ollie below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U3BO8BoVhc
In the film, we see that stuffed toys have consciousness, and so when Ollie finds himself in a strange place, he embarks on a journey to get back home. In this mission, he is joined by two other toys: a clown in a suit and a pink teddy bear. Meanwhile, Billy isn’t giving up on Ollie either and is making his own efforts to search for his friend.
Based on the book Ollie’s Odyssey by William Joyce, the series is written and created for TV by Shannon Tindle, and directed by Peter Ramsey. It stars Jonathan Groff, Mary J. Blige, Tim Blake Nelson, Gina Rodriguez, Jake Johnson, and Kesler Talbot.
You can stream Lost Ollie on Netflix starting this August 24. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to get the latest news on film, TV, and more updates around the city!
Priah Ferguson who plays the sharp-witted Erica Sinclair in Stranger Things, is set to face new kinds of horror in the upcoming film The Curse of Bridge Hollow.
Netflix has revealed some stills from the film, featuring Ferguson alongside Marlon Wayans, who is best known for his roles in White Chicks and in the Scary Movie film franchise. The duo will star as a father and daughter who must save their town from an ancient and mischievous spirit who breathes life into Halloween decorations.
Check out the photos for The Curse of Bridge Hollow below:
Directed by Jeff Wadlow, the film also stars Kelly Rowland, Lauren Lapkus, Rob Riggle, John Michael Higgins, and Nia Vardalos. The Curse of Bridge Hollow is set for release this October 14 on Netflix.
The Taiwanese horror film Incantation instantly became a hit when it dropped on Netflix, taking the viewers by storm with its creepy found-footage format and spine-chilling premise.
While it has been out for almost a month now, the title continues to gain popularity, especially with the TikTok crowd amplifying the viewers’ collective fear surrounding the film.
For the uninitiated, Incantation is a found-footage horror film that follows a woman named Ro-nan, as she tries to save her daughter from a deadly curse that she and her friends had unleashed years ago.
Netflix has given us a chance to virtually sit with the film’s director Kevin Ko, and its stars Tsai Hsuan-yen, who played the protagonist, Ro-nan, and Kao Ying-hsua who starred as Chi-ming, the counselor at the foster care center. Below are the highlights of the interview.
From Left to Right: Director Kevin Ko, lead actress Tsai Hsuan-yen, and actor Kao Ying-hsua. (Photo courtesy of Netflix)
The True Story Behind Incantation
Incantation further fuels the suspension of disbelief among viewers with their claim that the film is based on a true story. According to director Ko, the movie was inspired by an incident in Kaohsiung, Taiwan in 2005 where a family was said to have been possessed by deities.
“When I heard about this situation in Kaohsiung, I wasn’t there to note much about it,” shared Ko. “It was something scary for me, that I didn’t want to know too much. So I wanted to keep the same feelings and same elements in the story of the film that you see.”
Meanwhile, the incantation and the Mother Buddha from the film were purely fictional according to the director, so you’d have less to worry about if you accidentally chanted with the film.
Photo courtesy of Netflix
The Horror of the Holes
The film is sure to disturb those with trypophobia and claustrophobia as holes seem to be a recurring theme in the film. Asked if it was deliberate, the director shared it was the idea of the unknown that comes with these holes, that he utilized to evoke fear among the viewers.
“When I was making the film, I was thinking about what was the most terrifying elements to people,” explained Director Ko. “And it is something invisible, intangible, and something unknown. So for example when you see the film, there’s a tunnel, it’s dark inside. You see the Mother Buddha, it’s dark inside, and you see the hole in their bodies. It feels like you may be sucked inside the hole, and realize that something may come out of the hole. This kind of unknowing is the more terrifying element in the film.”
Photo: Incantation trailer
On Playing the Cursed
Actors Tsai Hsuan-yen and Kao Ying-hsua shared that the filming is not as scary as what we see on screen, or at least they didn’t feel it as they were focused on making the film convincing to the audiences.
“When I was making the movie, I had two roles. I have to play the role, and at the same time, I needed to be the cameraman,” said Hsuan-yen. “So these roles kept me in balance on set. I tried to think about how to make it realistic and convincing in front of the camera.”
Photo courtesy of Netflix
Ying-hsua agrees, adding that he did get scared when he finally watched the movie.
“When I read the script, when I was on set, I wasn’t terrified or scared. I just tried to make it very convincing. We wondered how many people would believe that it is true, and it turned out many people do believe it is true. So it was surprising to me, when I watched the film, I also felt kinda scared as well. I also had nightmares after watching the film,” the actor said.
Treading Over Taiwan’s Taboos
While the film is fictional for the most part, the director and the cast also talked about how they were careful not to break real-life taboos when they were filming.
Photo courtesy of Netflix
“We do have a lot of customs and religious taboos in Taiwan, especially in filmmaking,” said Director Ko. “We did have a lot of rituals and ceremonies before the filming process. We also have religious advisers on site to make sure that we do not break into any Taoist taboos. Also after filming, we would check if everyone is fine.”
As for the actress Hsuan-yen, she shared that she went to a famous temple in Taipei and got an amulet which she carried around during and after the filming. Meanwhile, Ying-hsua responded with: “I got my Lord Jesus so I got nothing to fear.”
Photo: Incantation trailer
What were your reactions when watching Incantation on Netflix? Did you also avoid their “Hou-ho-xiu-yi, si-sei-wu-ma… Hou-ho-xiu-yi, si-sei-wu-ma… Hou-ho-xiu-yi, si-sei-wu-ma…” chant? You can share your thoughts about the film on My.ClickTheCity.com or connect with us via Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
After the return of their Ube Cheese Pie, Jollibee‘s next pie offering is here: the Chicken a la King Pie! This new snack adds a crispy twist to a classic creamy favorite, combining Jollibee’s beloved pie crust with a savory chicken-based filling.
Photo courtesy of Jollibee
“We are excited to share this new product with our customers as it innovates such a popular flavor—normally offered as a rice dish with chicken and a la King sauce—into a snack that can be enjoyed on the go. Our customers love our savory pies, and this product is a great way to give them the same level of satisfaction through a whole new flavor experience!” stated Pam Reyes, Jollibee Assistant Vice President for Core and Complementary Products.
So if you’re craving something crispy, or craving something creamy, then enjoy the best of both worlds with Jollibee’s new Chicken a la King Pie! It is now available in all stores nationwide for only P59 (Solo), P99 (Value Meal with drink), P140 (Super Value Meal with fries and drink), and P175 (Trio).
You can also order it via delivery through the Jollibee Delivery App, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, and foodpanda. You may also order via Drive-Thru and Take Out.
For more info and updates on the Ube Cheese Pie, as well as other Jollibee products and offers, follow Jollibee on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
