Ultimate doll domination
by Cheryl C. Ong on October 31, 2009
May it be a common round-headed blonde, a rare doll with shiny, purple-colored hair or even a Tobey Maguire miniature in a white tee and silver shorts, Manolito “Ma’tto” Garcia has a doll collection that would make any 8-year-old girl jealous.
The philosophy of Fame
by Maxine R. Ang on October 31, 2009
Philosophical actresses, jaded models, and slightly insane Russian magnates populate Paulo Coelho’s Winner Stands Alone. The twelfth novel by the bestselling author promises to be one of his grimmest ones yet, one that tries hard to read as a social commentary and an action-adventure piece at the same time. In the glamorous world of the [...]
Spirit questors
by Nicole Y. Tantoco on October 31, 2009
What would you say if I tell you that Tiger Woods’ spirit exists not in one, but two bodies?
Mad Over Mad Men
by Iñigo C. Pieraz on October 31, 2009
In this age of predictable television dramas, mindless reality shows and uninspired game shows, it’s pretty rare for a novel show to be both intelligent and fresh. Yet the new dramedy Mad Men, which comes form the creators of The Sopranos, manages to ooze with both charm and grace–all while never failing to be totally [...]
18 days of freedom
by Angie V. Garcia on October 31, 2009
If you haven’t gotten anything planned out this sembreak and happen to beamong the lucky ones staying behind in good ‘ol Manila, this is for you.
Art for heart’s sake
by Nicole Y. Tantoco on October 31, 2009
Just like there’s “unity” in “community”, there’s “art” in “heart.”
Fashion Cents
by Iya P. Joson on October 31, 2009
If someone offers you a used pair of jeans at a dirt-cheap price, would you accept it? The glass of iced tea you’re drinking now could’ve bought you an interesting tee. Your roundtrip cab fare from Ateneo to Eastwood may have given you a snazzy, printed dress instead. That money you spent on a box [...]
Open Mic
by Angie V. Garcia on October 31, 2009
With the likes of Mike’s Apartment, Chicosci, and Spongecola, bands from the Ateneo Musician’s Pool (aMp) have achieved notable mainstream success. Mango Float, Athome, and Leonecast—the freshest additions to the aMp musician roster—hope to do the same as they offer their own takes on authentic Pinoy music. Athome Originally formed by three members—Kevin Arellano, Lester [...]
Beer there, drank that
by Igo K. Gonzalez on October 31, 2009
In the heart of the Ortigas Home Depot lies what is easily one of the most exciting places for beer lovers in the Metro: Pivo Restobar. Offering more than a hundred different kinds of imported beers, Pivo can and will satisfy your thirst for anything alcoholic. The bar opens for dinner just after the sun [...]
Yawn of the Dead
by Paolo L. Kalagayan on October 31, 2009
Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen’s classic romance novel, is generally considered to be a masterpiece of English literature, and is one of the world’s most beloved books. But apparently, it could use something extra. Seth Grahame-Smith’s mash-up of monsters and manners in Pride and Prejudice and Zombies promises to transform Pride and Prejudice into something [...]
